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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1932
Page
4
Fragmentary verse and prose critique mix in a sardonic reflection on speech and honesty. A noisy interlude questions generosity of praise and the fatigue of constant commentary over art and life.
The speaker notes that major powers led by the United States are united in pressuring China and Japan. England Italy and France back the stance, arguing shared interests and a commitment to peace amid global diversity. The passage argues against xenophobic attitudes and highlights America as a cosmopolitan melting pot with varied native types.
A Stanwood bank robbery case ends with decisive action as one suspect is fatally shot by a posse member and the second is wounded, ensuring no hung jury in the proceedings.
The fragment notes a failed attempt to get rich quick ending with hospitalization while warning that similar schemes will end similarly as the risk of such efforts remains.
In Calgary the Unemployed Married Men's association urged beer parlors and liquor stores close until conditions improve. The city council 6 to 5 voted against forwarding the petition to the provincial government for action. The note comments on contrasting attitudes toward closures and openings.
A period piece collage showing social quips about holidays and self pity in sports humor, a Washington grandchild’s handwritten sign off with Amen, and a political toast about curbing settlements. It ends with a playful anecdote of a groom offering five dollars to silence his bride.
William McClelland of Nira asks readers to weigh tax waste and government waste in Washington County Iowa. He criticizes County Engineer and other officials, cites per capita tax rises from 1.93 in 1850 to 38.42 in 1930, and questions Governor Turner and militiary cow testing actions.
A lively miscellany notes February being the month women talk least and mentions a man who never lied. It recalls mail carriers getting a day off on his birthday, quotes a family exchange about trust and hidden jam, and plugs events like Trader Horn and the Dollar Club enrollment.
A compact vocabulary note highlights commonly misused terms. It covers phrases you should avoid such as I do not know if she is going and suggests correct forms like whether she is going. It also lists mispronunciations, spellings and definitions for meretricious and related words.
A reader comments on running a car on the tim these days noting a darting rumble when it moves on the pavement. The message signs off with initials D. BR. PRESSION.
An enthusiastic reader praises newspaper ads for education and interest. The note says ads are routinely enjoyed alongside news in papers and magazines.
A jumble of jokes and light captions appears with puns and quips about marriage, favorites like Rudy Vallee, and playful exchanges. Bits include a newlywed joke with a porter, comic definitions, classroom gags, and household hints, all delivered in a breezy, local humor tone.
The article accuses Brother Macon Ode Ferguson and Ralph Dougherty of instigating a rift with the Methodists over a supposed feed for United Presbyterians. It dismisses the claim as a cooked-up plot and urges calm while considering welfare details such as a soup line or hot dogs.
The Equitable Life Assurance Society sues John R Ingham Joe Drish and Mrs Joe Drish in Washington County District Court seeking $15 790.62 plus interest on a promissory note secured by a mortgage on land described as parts of sections 25 and 26 township 74 range 9 west and containing 240 acres The filing asks for foreclosure appointment of a receiver and personal judgment against John R Ingham unless appearance is made by March term with default to follow.
H C Ferguson opened a sales mart in the Dewey building on the west side of the square. The room accepts owner items for disposal and Harry Ferguson stated that anything would be handled except elephants and alligators.
Iowa Wesleyan defeated Parsons College 27 to 26 in a nip and tuck basketball game in Fairfield. The teams played even ball throughout and were tied 9 to 9 at halftime.
The county Overseer of the Poor, Mrs. Miller, reported 839 callers in January amid heightened unemployment. She helped place five Butterbaugh children from near Wellman, aged 12 to 3, in Davenport Soldiers Home with H unit aid. The Home capacity is 425 yet 653 are cared for. the team conducted health checks, and transportation required pulling them from mud en route home. Mrs. Miller made 300 professional calls that month and stays in close contact with nearby towns.
The March 1932 term of the District Court of Iowa in Washington County is notified that R M Johnston is plaintiff in a real estate action against numerous defendants and unknown claimants over a described portion of Section 22 Township 74 North Range 6 West. The petition asserts the plaintiff owns the real estate in fee simple and seeks relief due to alleged errors and omissions in the record title.
A petition seeks to quiet and confirm fee simple title in the plaintiff against named defendants and unknown claimants. It requests prohibition of any adverse claim and general equitable relief. Defendants must appear by March 14 1932 or face default judgment. Attorneys Wilson & Wilson Baldrige & Bailey represent the plaintiff. Fraudulent or invalid claims are denied. Public notice cites a February dates sequence ending February 17 1932.
Dr. C. A. Boice will address the Community Boy Leadership Training school at the high school auditorium on first aid. The Thursday session aims to build momentum and attract fathers, scout and Sunday school teachers, and other men involved with boys.
Future meetings list names including Dean Teeters J I Peet Gordon Kent Leigh Soule Henry Bailey Capt Potts Dick McCleery Chas Fulton and Glen Fordyce as area executives for Iowa City council. The Town City Area Council sponsors the Joy Scouts program at the school.
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