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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1935
Page
3
Thought for the day centers on delighting in God’s law and a plea for daily intellectual improvement. Quotation from Psalm 40 8 and attributed line from George R Kirkpatrick emphasizes studying and self improvement as vital.
In solemn words the piece recalls Elizabeth aged 23 and Jane aged 20 who chose death by leaping from a plane over England after their fiancés perished in an air crash. It frames their act as heroic amid consuming sorrow, denying cowardice in their self sacrifice.
In stark, atmospheric prose the text recalls lovers chasing a reunion after loss, their swift pursuit framed as both tragic and spectacular. Emotions run deep as the narrator longs for light beyond the dark, hoping to reconnect with those once beloved.
The piece argues teachers in eastern states should pledge loyalty to the United States and its institutions before teaching. It warns against educators who critique the government or advocate nudism, asserting students form views from trusted instructors and urging loyalty from presidents to town officials to protect schools and funding.
A local sandwich shop boasts new coffee makers as Dale Duncan showcases a modern setup while readers share quips about gadgets. The column mashes whimsy with jokes about anniversaries calendars and stage life alongside light poems and letters from readers.
Sunday schedules list 10 A M Sunday school 11 A M worship with baptism and reception of members. Six thirty Epworth League 7 30 Evangelistic service with pastor sermon and features. Revival spirit noted with quoted scripture. A W MacBlain pastor Edgar Stewart S Spt.
Community notices announce a pancake supper hosted by the Methodist church Men’s club for Tuesday evening. A 713 Cottage prayer meeting will gather at 9:30 under Mr and Mrs Tom Rickey on East Jefferson Street Wednesday morning. Knights of Pythias to hold regular meeting Monday night February 25. &12
Mosquito eggs laid may not hatch for four to five years, with development postponed in dry or cool conditions until suitable warmth and moisture trigger the hatching process.
Washington High School clinched the Little Six title by beating Burlington 23 to 20 on Washington’s court. The Demons trailed 6-0 early but rallied, shutting Burlington out in the fourth quarter as Norton and Tucker keyed the comeback with late baskets.
Tri County league results show Olds girls 25 Crawfordsville girls 23 and Olds boys 650 to Crawfordsville 13. Ainsworth seconds 28 beat Mt Union seconds 7. Ainsworth boys first team 31 defeated Mt Union 20. Cotter seconds 18 over Wyman seconds 29. Cotter first team 24 beat Wyman 14.
A cryptic exchange references a fabrication titled School Boy and a response to balance the claim. The dialogue hints at a staged or imagined claim with an authoritative tone. No clear names or locations are provided in the readable text.
In a tense Little Six contest against Burlington, Washington High's Demons played hard despite a miserly crowd. Skeets Dougall starred with marked improvement, Cecil Woodford returned to form, and Washington stands at six wins four losses, near the best in school history as they prepare for the sectional at Sigourney.
Dougall preserves his guard proficiency while Woodford regains speed. Roger Eicher shows form at the other guard and Gene Tucker, Allen Hampsher, and Mangold provide depth. Norton stars for Washington with timely baskets and all around play.
Manush of Burlington drew mixed reactions as his cocky attitude amused local crowds yet drew disfavor with Washington observers. The contrast hints at tension between hometown adulation and national scrutiny.
Coach Guy Carlton claimed the Demons will carry a found rusty horseshoe to Sigourney for the sectional week after next. The item was recovered this week and placed above the score board during last night’s pre game practice with ceremonial display, and the coach said it seemed to bring luck.
Before the game Coach Carlton spoke to John Jackson Louis Dusenbery Don McClure and Ray Kupka in the dressing room to encourage the squad for their final Little Six game. The four were part of a 193% team that rivals this year’s 4s as the least that Washington high has ever sent into a basketball game.
A Washington basketball team beat Richmond Catholic Order of Forest ers Lodge 49 to 42 in Richmond Tuesday night. Players included Lea Blick Max Mitchell Dale Fuhr Pale Kiesey and Max Raymond. The squad planned another game when roads improve. A dance followed.
Thirteen teams enter the YMCA basketball tournament with four Washington squads and nine from nearby towns. First round Monday and Tuesday feature Cotter versus Ainsworth and Wayland versus Richmond, with top teams advancing to a Friday semifinal and a Saturday 8:30 championship.
Wall Ted Ray Stan and Dale Kiesey visited Reynolds Illinois to play a basketball game against the local team. The Kieseys won 25 to 2 in a showcase of passing and floor play with Dale Kiesey as high scorer.
Washington Y M C A basketball squad traveled to Eldridge near Davenport and lost 40 to 34. Players Burdette Westermark Les Blick Dale Fuhr Max Raymond and Max Mitchell made the trip.
The Rebekans and Odd Fellows held a lodge social with 160 attendees. George Washington birthday program featured America sung, radio broadcast, duets, readings, humor, a harmonica duet, dancing to Bert Campbell’s orchestra, and a pancake supper for the Home Builders class with 21 attendees.
Fire wrecked Arthur Kalberg’s home in New Britain Connecticut when a cat’s yowl woke sleeping residents and allowed them to escape. The family dog reportedly slept through the event and had to be rescued.
Sammy Foxx, brother of Jimmy Foxx of the Philadelphia Athletics, heads for the American League club's training camp in the South with high hopes for a major league career.
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