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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1941
Page
4
Daily devotional urges focusing on essentials in faith. It cites a scriptural contrast between gold and the temple that sanctifies it, from Matthew 23 17, prompting reflection.
A critical reflection on World War I detailing death tolls, economic losses, and societal impact. It argues that leaders’ decisions caused immense human and financial costs, predicting further bloodshed if repeated, and condemns politicians for seeking renewed conflict. It names figures like Wheeler and Lindbergh while lamenting lost futures.
In Columbus Junction the Evoready Plumbing company ends local operations returning stock to Washington and will service the community from the Washington store. Several local social notes follow including visits among residents and a court appearance by H B Johnson for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
Raymond Hamilton of Conesville pleaded guilty to carrying a loaded rifle in his car during arraignment in Wapello before Justice J H Dickson. He was fined $10 plus costs and paid the amount.
An extracted fragment discusses a woman as a person who evaluates garments by belts and buttons, and a reflection on freedom of speech, plus a claim that history in the making outshines history in books, ending with a note about dull living.
Poetic meditation on people across nations suffering unfulfilling labor. Individuals endure factory and shop work while their hidden genius and artistic talents remain unrealized. The piece contrasts forced drudgery with the desire for relaxation and meaningful creation, hinting at universal frustration.
A poem exploring how people choose homes in varied landscapes from city lots to desert plains. It contrasts traditional adobe and beaver board, rough logs and marble, and notes how a home is a place to sleep, rest, and hang one's hat.
A Boston Globe piece notes that children test warped consciences and challenge furniture makers, arguing dwellings rise from humble homes to palaces when a place of love exists. It asserts no dwelling becomes real without this guiding force, regardless of location.
A downtown worker recounts days of headaches blamed on overwork. A family doctor diagnoses the ailment as a nervous headache caused by smoking cigarettes, shocking the patient who hoped the illness would be seen as overwork.
A San Diego office hopeful shows early campaigning vigor by greeting voters and even waving at livestock along highways. He notes some rivals value livestock over family and jokes about reactions from a grocer and a housewife during routine calls.
A quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln via Harold Wehr emphasizes steadfastness to truth. It states a commitment to stand with those who are right and part with them when they err, expressing integrity over victory.
The Koh-i-noor diamond, famed as the Mountain of Light, carries a storied history as a centerpiece in royal regalia and a symbol of imperial wealth. Its name reflects its radiant global reputation and enduring allure across eras and empires.
Generated by Japanese military moves the crisis in the Orient attracts global focus. Diplomatic circles weigh a strike toward Singapore as Britain defends the key naval base and Dutch East Indies. Australia warns its people to be ready for grave developments as observers fear a coordinated Axis action.
A writ directs a public sale of Conrad Implement Company Clayton G. Conrad and Lois M. Conrad property in Washington Iowa. From 2:00 PM March 3 1941 the court will offer items including a 36 inch steel grain separator tractors plows mower a Dodge truck and a John Deere planter among others to satisfy Eclipse Lumber Company judgment.
Sheriff's office in Washington Iowa issues terms cash notice dated February 10 1941. Walter L Kiesey deputy notes action under Sheriff H M Putnam with publication Feb 18 and 25. Public notice item involves county records or notices.
The Girls 4-H club met at Wilma Wooley's home in Crawfordsville on February 10 with 10 members present.
Mrs Howard Angerson led a lesson on bound buttonholes then the 41 Club song was sung. Mrs Farrel Rickey hosted as few members attended due to bad roads. A lesson was not given but several household hints were shared and social time followed with refreshments by the hostess Mrs Silas Frinke.
Superintendent E A Ralston Dean of Junior College Harland W Mead Principal of High School C W Erbe Principal of Junior High Miss Ethel McCreedy Principal Elementary Schools Harry Bowles School Board President Richard A Stewart secretary Ralph W Thompson Harry Ramseyer A E Atchison C W Tucker Dr W D Dwyer listed as school leadership and board members.
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