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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1932
Page
4
A Bible thought from Pecenobe 20 169ne proclaims unfailing strength in the Lord, urging believers to rely on God’s might and righteousness as expressed in a Psalm verse. The note emphasizes trust in divine protection and the power of faith.
The Journal notes a strong Christmas spirit and rising goodwill amid economic concerns. A philanthropist's reflection on giving highlights values, as readers contemplate life and charity during tough times.
The text weighs Philippine independence versus continued U.S. control. It argues Filipinos might fare better under self government but warns withdrawal could harm them. It notes long Spanish rule, recent development under the United States, and the distance complicating politics and identity.
A Washington Sunday paper highlights the claim that prohibition has cost the United States 24 billion dollars, attributed to the Crusaders. The piece notes sharp disagreement between prohibitionists and anti prohibitionists and questions whether front page attention proves the point.
The tale follows Jimmy Milson on Christmas Eve as he contemplates his poverty and his wife Mary’s knitting sweater. A stealing boy and a traded bead for a knife reveal a quiet moral about generosity and hope amid hardship.
Local readers recall a By-the-way column with Mar John R Davies of Crowoodsville buying BY-WAYS for Sunday school and praising them as more engaging than regular cards. A Missouri farmer famed for thrift shares a funny kitchen-table exchange about dinner time, while The Old Timer remains a beloved contributor with exclusive pictures.
A reflective holiday note advises that the greatest gift is a clear conscience available to all. It urges forgiveness of enemies, rejects envy of others' riches, warns riches bring trouble, and champions steady virtue over status and possessions.
A note from E. Z. Pickens shares a joking holiday greeting and explains the timing of its appearance. The writer, amused, recalls thinking up clever lines and ends with festive wishes.
A poem by F. A. M. pleads for a fair lady to heed a lover’s vow across wars and danger. The speaker promises fidelity and a return to love, ending with holiday wishes and thanks to F. A. M. for a Christmas greeting and New Year wishes.
An old friend jokes about ridding a daughter of an unwanted suitor by exposing a costly bill. A family scene unfolds at church as Dorothy misinterprets prayers. A poem vignette contrasts a hired man and a Jersey cow in a short, rustic moment.
A fragmentary verse playfully lists six doctors as cures for all ills. The lines mix dialog about marriage and attraction with a rhyming ode to sunshine water rest air exercise and diet. The text appears as a stray cultural snippet with playful couplets and incomplete phrases.
Official notice before the Board of Railroad Commissioners public hearing on January 17 193? at 10 A M Des Moines Iowa for the Natural Gas Pipeline Company of America to construct and locate a natural gas line across county roads and private property with deviations possible. Objections must be written and filed five days before hearing time. Dated Des Moines December 193?. Also tax sale notice for Lot Eight Block Six J H Young's Addition Washington Iowa with ninety day redemption. affidavit of service attached. Lexington Ladies Aid Christmas dinner Dec 27 at church parlors bring two dishes and a pie.
A petition filed with the Board of Railroad Commissioners requests a permit to construct reconstruct repair or secure pipes pumps pressur apparatus and other stations related to fuel facilities in Chicago Illinois. The document appears in the office of the Board of Railroad Commissioners and addresses public view and approval.
Writ of execution directed to Minnie Crump across Washington County Iowa compels sale of her real and personal property. The sheriff sells at public auction in front of the Washington County Court House on January 10, 1938 between 6:00 am and 1:00 pm, with a later sale at 2:40 pm. Property described as Lot A in Block 4 Margaret M. Young's Addition to Washington. Proceeds go to lenders J M Kratten, L F Woodburn and L Dunlap Trustees. Terms cash. Sheriff H M Putnam deputy. December 9, 1902.
Notice of expiration to Herman Wallace and Mrs Herman Wallace and Harriett Patti son. Formal notice details incomplete but indicates a term ending or contract lapse affecting named individuals.
Miss Marie Jenkins of Columbus Junction spent the weekend visiting Miss Dorothy Booth here, sharing social time and calling on local friends.
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