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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1940
Page
4
Today's Bible Thought reflects on remembering the Creator in youth and Living by faith. It quotes Ecclesiastes on youth and contrasts it with aging burdens. A note on perseverance and personal struggle adds a boxing metaphor about fighting one more round.
The article notes Hitler speaking before workers shows a defensive stance after fifteen months of fighting. He abandons bragging of vast victories and sets no fixed timetable for Britain’s destruction, indicating a changed German mood.
The Daily Gate City notes Hitler defends himself against claims of an inferiority complex and admits the war will last longer than planned. He faced a difficult reversal, having ruled with near-godlike authority, now slipping as he defends policies and faces consequences.
The piece notes Nicaragua’s aim to raise exports to the United States to earn dollars for goods. Premier Leonard Arguello warns that US quality is high but prices are steep, risking underbidding as European trade resumes. Higher production costs threaten maintaining any current advantage.
Pilotburg Iowa reports ongoing storm and ice damage with falling trees and tele-lines while snow aids livestock and people. At Kalona Farm Bureau meeting Richard Scott was elected township director. Funeral observed for Joe Cortum's mother at Broomfield. Rev Dekening miss meeting due to bad roads. Troxel visits Pilotburg church after morning talk. Lookout school plans Christmas program Friday with a week of vacation. Pilotburg school to host Christmas program Monday December 23. Wesley and Herbert Freel ill with colds. Christmas wishes extended.
A report notes 45 African green monkeys described with blue black and yellow fur. The account focuses on distinctive coat colors and species designation observed in the group.
A Scotsman shares a hunting tale claiming they shot bears but the biggest thrill was tracking yures. His friend asks what yures are as the story unfolds over drinks.
A provocative line from a late era column raises questions about attitudes to female appearance and youth culture, noting how peer pressure and social norms shape behavior and self presentation.
A collage of quips and cartoons reflecting old humor. It includes bouncy lines about gender stereotypes and animal analogies, a dark joke, and short exchanges between everyday characters. The piece blends social commentary with dated punchlines and streetwise humor.
General Sir Archibald Wavell, the Middle East commander, earns full credit for a major British victory after turning the tide against Italian forces in Africa. He is pictured with Australian officer Lieut. Col. Ferguson, now serving in the Middle East.
Riverside residents note a Santa Claus visit planned for Tuesday afternoon December 24 by the Better Riverside club to hand out Xmas candy and goodies to local children. The report mentions visiting guests and local residents, including Adrian Dautremont family and area educators and motorists in the community.
Rain and ice storm disrupted Cotter on Sunday and Monday. Electricity failed in town, with some areas offline all day. School closed at noon due to power loss. an operetta was postponed to Thursday afternoon. Flu cases reported but not serious. farm equipment sale for James Hammond estate held Tuesday. Cotter church ladies served lunch. Rev M A Robeson hosted Cotter school teachers.
The Ladies' Aid society held its annual Christmas party with a midday fellowship dinner and carols. The Westminster Guild members served as special guests and a gift exchange followed with Mrs. John J. Jenkins leading Santa Claus duties. Rev. and Mrs. Robeson received special gifts from the society.
Glendale December meeting of the Homemaker Group featured Mrs Thomas Gerdes leading a session on The Consumer Goes to Market. The group discussed brand choices, labels, advertising, and shopper challenges while refreshments were served.
District No 4 notes visits and guests across Hedrick Ottumwa Williams town Sigourney and Wellman. Families including Aplogle Allison Luers Brenneman Keating and Maver share Sunday gatherings at multiple homes with mentions of Ronald James Allison as a center of attention.
The text notes a week as a house guest at Carl Replogle's residence. Mr and Mrs Wilbur Harter with children were Thursday evening callers there. William McConnell Jr recently visited his parents Mr and Mrs W H McConnell at their home.
Flour milling is Hungary's chief industry with Budapest reportedly hosting up to one hundred mills in operation at times, reflecting the sector's prominence in the capital's economy.
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