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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1940
Page
4
A Bible thought quotes Luke 12 42 to 44 emphasizing fidelity and wise stewardship. It highlights the blessed servant who proves faithful, promising the Lord will reward him by making him ruler over all his possessions.
The piece argues that about a million aliens are in the U S through back doors and that many are here for no beneficial purpose. It claims federal agents are busier with sabotage work and urges rounding up those lacking proper call ing cards and rapid return home. The American Federation of Labor calls for measures to stop government actions that hinder business growth.
The piece argues government crackdowns harm business, cites ten million unemployed, and notes Dewey gaining early traction in Iowa Republican circles. It suggests public taste changes affect industry, mentions radio and phonographs, and praises WSUI for broadcasting a tribute to Orville Elder.
A mixed film card notes Charles Laughton in Hunchback of Notre Dame with Cedric Hardwicke Thomas Elliott and Maureen O Hara in a grand RKO production. It also highlights Melvyn Douglas and Joan Blondell in The Amazing Mr Williams a merry crime comedy at Fox Theatre with a folksy detective duo and a comic fiance.
Riverside notes that St. Mary's school pupils under the Sisters of Charity plan a card party in St. Mary's hall Monday February 5. The event is the final card social of the season with bridge euchre and pinochle games, prizes, entertainment, and lunch for attendees.
A school basement entertainment raised funds for church use. Mrs Clair Swift, recovering from appendicitis, moved from Washington county hospital to her Riverside home. Mrs Albert Bekker and Simeon Deutsch of Iowa City visited relatives. Mary Gertrude Griffin from Ottumwa stayed with her mother after her father William Griffin’s burial. Gwendolyn Marner of Davenport visited her parents R. J. and Mrs. Marner.
United States farmers generate about 70 million dollars annually in turkey production reflecting a robust poultry industry. The figure underscores the scale of turkey farming across major producing states and markets demand.
Augusta Maine resident Perry Greene earned pride in wood chopping by severing an 8 by 8 kiln dried pine timber in 15 seconds using a 10 pound axe. He completed the cut with six clips on one side and four on the other.
A young boy named Dick Ross fled home through slippery footing on Saturday morning. He explained he started to go hunting but forgot his gun, prompting the hurried sprint back.
Mrs. Clara Tooman returns from Missouri noting appreciation for the hometown paper after illness. Bob Johnson tests Christmas roller skates in town. A neighbor recounts a dire cold snap accident when a well water bucket doused a woman, who quips about soaking 17 below clothing.
A reader shares a humorous Oklahoma City clipping about a farmer hearing a noise at night. In his long underwear he investigates with shotgun and flashlight, only to have his hound nose him and trigger the slaughter of 15 chickens. The note ends with a playful signoff from Charles J. Huckleberry.
A reflective piece recalls a modest mother’s kindness and aging grace through memories of her love and guidance. It ends with a playful exchange about punishment for a man who proposed and was refused, hinting at household humor.
A fragmentary line shows a couple in a domestic scene with one partner admonishing the other to stop talking while reading, indicating tension and interruption in daily life.
A listized rundown of February dates linking various businesses and famous individuals. Entries include Lemley and Yard Insurance, Phillips and Huner Drug, Charles Dickens, Thomas Edison, Abraham Lincoln, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, George Washington, and multiple firms such as FE M Bridges Co, Lytle's Super Service Grocery, Jacobs Tire and Radio Service, Wolfe Hatchery, Dr Pred Reid, Farmer's Cooperative Exchange.
The Journal invites entries from readers to submit a 50 word paragraph about a listed firm’s first year. Find one incident from that firm and mail or drop off the entry by February 29 1940. Three best entries win a dollar each. One entry per firm.
Readable portions mention etiquette for social conduct and professional interactions with doctors. The fragment hints at manners during medical visits and polite communication in appointments.
The piece notes how the song Sweet Adeline evolved from Sweet Rosalie in 1903 with publishers opposing the title change to capitalize on Adelina Patti. It credits the Quaker City Four Broadway performance for catapulting the tune to fame, selling over two million copies, and mentions Patti as a major opera star with a long career from childhood.
Police monitor threats against Mayor Frank E. Lewis of Everett Massachusetts after a mysterious figure called Black Space issues death threats. Photographed with his daughters Betty Jane and Joanne, the mayor faces ongoing security concerns as investigators pursue leads.
The passage recalls a singer who debuted at sixteen in Lucia di Lammermoor and became world famous for her great heart and glorious voice, dying in 1919 and earning lasting legendary status. Tomorrow asks which English folk song honors a Greek girl.
Riverside notes show St Mary’s school pupils preparing a mid year recital featuring violin and vocal numbers with names such as Lucille Simon Mary Jane Quinn and Patricia Stransky listed among performers. A South Side Club gathering near Riverside recalled club origins on February 1 1921 with reminiscences drawings and gift exchanges followed by luncheon.
The record notes Woodrow Wilson as the initial man to hold the presidency at Praws ton University, marking a historic milestone for the institution and its leadership.
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