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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1939
Page
4
A devotional note urges readers to trust God as in Joshua 1 5 with the promise I will not fail thee It connects the message to shared destiny and cooperation with God and invites contemplation of faithful courage in daily life.
A column touches on license plates in orange and black, the Littl Brown Church in Nashua, and Americans urged to serve the government. It highlights intercultural forums in Washington, a civic drive by Rotary and churches, and a Kansas City Times view on taxation and wartime finance. It closes with Jimmie Smith of Oklahoma City selling insurance despite an accident and a stammerer on business cards.
A collage of quips, jokes, and reflections from 1940 includes a New Year vow to be more generous, a history professor query about Tallyland, a student retort, and lines about generals wearing medals yet lacking guns. Roosevelt’s age at re election, a prairie dog airborne in a dust storm, and observational humor about speech and manners pepper the piece, ending with a cat whipping anecdote.
The passage praises a city where factions are rare and organizations cooperate well. It notes smooth community activities and minimal petty disputes, describing this collaboration as the hallmark of a good town.
The Ainsworth Methodist church schedules a 10 a m church school with full attendance for the old year. Next Sabbath offers uniform lesson study Friends and Foes of the Kingdom at 11 a m, plus special New Year music and a sermon How shall we begin the New Year. Junior League at 6 30, Senior League at 6 50 with a special program. Evening union worship at 7 30 at United Presbyterian church.
James Q Blodgett, 80, died December 28 in Iola Kansas after a stroke on December 24. He suffered two prior strokes in the last two years. He is survived by his wife and three daughters, including Mrs Leo Ab.
Mrs. George Baker and Mrs. Albert Krutze of Keota mourn the loss of a relative born November 20, 1859. He worked at the button factory in Toln and suffered a stroke two years ago. Funeral services were held in Lola.
The lamp was invented by William Robert Grove in 1840. Edison later improved the design with a practical version introduced in 1880.
A reader asks about a meeting with a party, travel within twelve to fifteen months, and marriage within a year. Madame DeLore answers affirmatively on personal questions including marriage, travel plans, and housing, noting favorable outcomes and reliable partners.
Washington high school Demons defeated Mt Pleasant 35 27 at Mt Pleasant in a rough game. Bob Lowe led with eight field baskets and by a barrage of free throws amid injuries and absent players. Freshmen sophomores beat Mt Pleasant reserves 47 22 with a late surge.
Washington fans will see Toshi Dokiaki from Japan face Italian Dominic Serio in a two fall display with Japanese style first fall and American second. The third fall style chosen by the winner. Henry Kolin of Davenport meets Ali Bey of Turkey in a rematch. Marvin Buckwalter faces Lucian Jones in the third bout.
Christmas Day event at Dale Spielman home in Fairfield honored Brighton resident Mrs. Josephine Hendricks. Guests included the Parecell families, Parcell relatives, and Stosser, with other attendees from Watasca Illinois and Des Moines visiting relatives in Fairfield.
Willis Booth spends Christmas at sister Myral Smith's home in West Sunset. Local gatherings include Frank Taylor's visit to Fred Spangler, Des Moines visitors Gee and Weleman at C. T. McCoy, Sam Baker family at Chris Flerrugh's near Wayland, and multiple Smiths visiting Fred Spangler and Homer Hunt homes in Ainsworth.
The Marshall Banner notes the race is gaining strength but finds no connection to the railroad crossing, as officials review safety and traffic flow. The report emphasizes improving health indicators while leaving the crossing issue unresolved.
Ten teams including Panthers Tucker Chevrolet Stewart Crone Ross Sitler Mangold Lions Smart Parrish Old Timers and Telephone Co will compete at city hall alleys with 7 15 and 9 pm starts through March. Prizes include dinners shows free bowling and cash awards for top scores and averages.
The White Oak school children and teacher Thelma Benson presented a Christmas program at the schoolhouse. A hot lunch was sold and Lloyd Luers Jr won the blanket prize. Darlene Stover earned top selling prize during the fundraiser. Students from Washington enjoyed vacation at home. Families celebrated Christmas with local households and shared holiday visits.
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