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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1940
Page
4
A February 15 1940 Bible Thought recalls Job 4 16 urging listeners to listen in silence for the voice of God. The meditation centers on quiet contemplation and spiritual listening as a devotional theme.
A Washington man, as an invited guest, repeatedly votes “Aye” during a professional group meeting. No member questions his right to vote, and the motion is carried despite his lack of membership or authority.
The Chicago-telegraphed feature notes three Scandinavian airlines sending representatives to the United States to discuss a direct transatlantic service. It frames Denmark Norway and Sweden as the trio of northern democracies with strong shipping, fishing, forest and iron industries shaping global commerce.
A historical note traces how the term Swedes came to refer to Russia after a Norse dynasty extended its power from Novgorod to Kiev. It highlights the three nations then pursuing cooperation over domination, thriving on shared trade in bacon, fish, timber, and pulp. Their social laws, cooperative marketing, and state owned services are praised as models. Sweden’s Uppsala University, founded in 1477, is cited among government operated educational institutions.
The piece compares buying groceries to government purchases, arguing taxpayers should see the cost and value clearly. It asserts shoppers switch stores for fair prices, while citizens must accept government prices and outputs, calling for transparency in public expenditures.
A debate on whether feminine school teachers should be barred from teaching after marriage. The piece notes the investment in training and that many quit after marriage, while some wish to continue teaching. It considers job prospects for new graduates and leaves conclusions open.
The Hutchinson News notes the death of an old school friend who passed away last week from acute indigestion. It mentions his widow and recalls his quip about cooking saying she prefers buying a cookbook.
Local invitation to view a free moving picture titled With These Weapons, sponsored by the County Health Unit and hosted by L. A. Jones. The film discusses syphilis openly, urges public enlightenment, and claims one generation of proper treatment could stamp out the disease. urges broad local organization attendance. The closing line notes Finns acquiring war supplies from the Russians.
Neighbors Bob and Charlie Fish delivered valentines by mailbox while Rod Eicher Gene Tucker from Tucker Eicher once shone on a high school team now mirrored by Tom Tanner and Bob Bostwick at Washington Oil Company. Klein Klothing Kompany decorates for Dollar Day with dollar bill prizes.
Bob Johnson describes preparing kites as spring nears while Ivan Norton recounts a cardinal daily battling its reflection in Norton basement window for eleven days, creating a curious local tale.
A correction clarifies that Stan Kiesey and Clarice Meek of Washington are running for County Auditor, not Sheriff. The original notice misstated Meek as Clarence Meek and was amended in the following edition while the paper notes the heavy workload for the Greater Washington edition.
Locals in Nira NIRA on February 15 report that teachers and pupils attended a spelling contest at the Dayton school. Melvin Stutsman visited his mother Sunday. Chas Hradek and family plan to move to the Lewis Vorel farm. Mrs. Morgan and Willis with the Hradek family spent Sunday at Bill Hanley’s. Mr. and Mrs. Jake Litwiller and Jimmy visited Mrs. Litwiller near Kalona Sunday.
Washington County firms profiled include Wellman Auctioneer and Farm Sales A Specialty. The piece extols the value of a skilled auctioneer, praising Swartzendruber for knowing values, attracting buyers, and achieving top prices with a dignified, trustworthy service.
Harold Miller operates Miller's Garage & Station and is a Chrysler Plymouth Massey Harris agent in West Chester. The ad touts prompt repair service, guaranteed work, fair prices, and a reputation for honesty and progressiveness from the manager.
Donald Bidwell proprietor offers night and day service with fair honest practice and a reputation for courtesy. Longstanding county businessman specializes in funeral directing and undertakes full details to relieve families, promising prompt 24 hour calls and high quality service.
Art Gingerich manages Maplecrest Turkey Farms and advertises poultry feeds and products. The firm offers a cold storage locker system for preservation of foods and urges local patronage to boost civic pride and support the business.
Brewer's Pasteurized Dairy at 1000 W Madison advertises pasteurized milk from their own cows. The copy emphasizes cleanliness and modern methods, explains pasteurization at 142.5 degrees, and urges daily milk for children and families to build health and vigor. It highlights the dairy as a trusted local provider and vows to meet health standards.
A child’s risky driving incident ignites a public discourse on road safety and parental supervision. Officials pledge stricter enforcement and new safety campaigns to prevent repeat occurrences and protect pedestrians.
The text compliments Mr Brewer for his modern business methods and notes the community feels fortunate to have him. It links health and milk to happiness and earnings, presenting a positive local view of his enterprise.
Floyd Griffith proprietor of Griffith Oil Station offers Wellman and surrounding territory rapid free tank wagon deliveries of Wellman brands Wellman gasoline and Veedol lubricants. He emphasizes personalized service and thorough knowledge of oils for autos trucks tractors and machines while urging readers to support local home merchants.
Midway Sale Co offers prompt payment and best prices through fair dealing. The firm provides ample space to hold livestock until sold and serves a wide region with reliable dealers. Contact R. F. Smylie at 120R2 for current quotations and market drift information.
The Farmers Union Exchange Store in Swedesburg under manager I L Erickson emphasizes trade at home and low prices. The firm pledges complete stock, prompt service, friendly staff, modern fixtures, and convenient handling to be a popular community shopping headquarter.
Carroll Durian, manager, promotes Gardner and Durian Lumber Co. offering foundation to chimney materials at low prices. They boast buying power, large volume, and help with plans and home construction. The firm claims a key local role and recommends itself to readers.
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