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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1934

Page

4

Bible Thought Highlights Contrast In Psalm Quote

A brief verse note contrasts actions of evil doers with those who trust in the Lord. It cites Psalm 37 9 and calls readers to reflect on patience and faith as guiding principles.

Indignant Christ Rings True to Real Christianity

The piece argues Jesus was meek yet fiercely indignant at injustice. It says His silence before accusers contrasted with fiery rebukes of Pharisees. Indignation stems from love for the oppressed, and vitality of faith hinges on opposing wrongs.

Jesus

Roosevelt Address Earns Broad Support in Congress

The president’s address to Congress is well received with strong Democratic majorities backing him. Voters remain with Roosevelt, viewing the nation’s struggle as a world battle beyond mere platforms or promises, and expecting continued steady leadership through the administration.

Roosevelt Congress

Where to Find Recovery in General Business Decline

The piece argues government public works spending totaling 3 billion cannot ensure lasting recovery. It asserts 1932 consumer spending at 400 billion shows stimulus will help but real improvement hinges on general business revival. A government boost may provide temporary relief, yet sustainable progress requires industry running on its own momentum.

Confidence grows as future outlook improves for consumption

The passage argues that rising confidence spurs buying of clothes, homes, and ships for tomorrow. It links increased consumer demand to improved labor conditions and overall national welfare, stressing purchases should serve the common good rather than mere activity.

Tomorow

Tramps in the United States and public relief policy

The Portland Oregonian discusses federal relief plans adopting a generous program to shelter and employ transient vagrants. It notes that tramps have always existed, and questions whether relief will reduce or increase vagrancy, while outlining camp-based approaches.

Washington Portland Oregonian

Quorum at Italian Cabinet Meeting

When the Italian cabinet convenes Mussolini asserts control claiming a quorum and stronger authority, signaling firm leadership as reported by the Cincinnati Times-Star.

Mussolini Cincinnati Times-Star

Dialog with Comedic Twist Ends in Humorous Reproof

A playful exchange unfolds as one character proposes marriage and seeks control over finances and living arrangements. The response humorously rejects the idea, ending with a quip about a ridiculous notion.

Hitchhiker's philosophy on religion and sincerity from a roadside encounter

A traveler reflects on a bronzed engineer who rode with him near Crawfordsville. The man, educated and worldly, critiques modern churches as impersonal and divided. He warns against promoters who seek converts and says the simple, enthusiastic faith is required.

Popeye and Nine Pigs Draw Daily Scott Alarm

In Scott, Popeye the pig and a nine pig family headline the day at the Scott Furniture store. The postmaster and driver stop at Mort Bickford’s place around 6:15 a.m. daily, where brakes become a neighborhood alarm for Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Rehmel across the street.

Scott Popeye Mort Bickford Ivan Rehmel

Goats and missteps in a county livestock appraisal tale

A government appraiser in the county district struggles with identifying livestock using a rule book. He asks Washington for guidance after mislabeling a goat, then the narrative shifts to a string of disconnected lines about a precarious traveler and stray verses.

Farmer and tourist clash over a ninety year old tasks master

A tourist learns of a Missouri farmer nearing ninety still working on his birthplace farm. The exchange shifts to a Scottishman remarking on Scotland, with quips about farming, health, and progress, ending with a goodbye to “folks.”

Missouri

D A P Club Hostess And Bridge Groups Gather In Ainsworth

In Ainsworth Mrs Ruth Norris reports a busy social week with D A P club gathering at Mrs Esther White s home, New Year s resolutions, and a luncheon. The Ace Hi Bridge club met at Mrs Gladys Evans with high Beere and second high to Mrs Evans. The Tuesday Bridge club met with Mrs Ruth Norris for lunch and two tables of bridge with Nora Spessard honors and Eva Blankenhorn consolation. Wednes day Delta Delt Bridge club held two tables with Leona Brueneke high score. O E S officers were installed with Edith Richards as W M and Lattie Davis as W P. Numerous local families attended events and visits spanned Keota Des Moines Monmouth college and Iowa City.

Ainsworth D. A. P. Club Esther White Chas. Dryden Jessie Chicago Gladys Evans Madge Rabenold Beer Martha Sands Monmouth College Neal Monmouth Ruth Norris Nora Spessard Eva Blankenhorn Violet Lambert Delta Delt Leona Brueneke Bathe Trotter Orville Thoma S. D. Ross So Clifford Mabel Fullerton Iowa City Keota Will Ross Laura Chambers Des Moines Clint

Party Committees Named for Event Two Weeks Ahead

The document lists committee appointments for the upcoming party. Entertainment duties are assigned to Mr. and Mrs. Jay Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Daryl Mathers, and Mr. and Mrs. Latimer Davis. Kitchen duties go to Mr. and Mrs. George Lord and Mr. and Mrs. Will McConnell. Card and Tables are assigned to J. A. Marsh and O. R. Thoma.

Latimer Davis George Lord Will McConnell J. A. Marsh O. R. Thoma

Louisa county CWA projects amid work and weddings report

In Louisa County, 285 men toil on 13 major CWA projects with 716 signed for work across Wapello, Columbus Junction, Columbus City, Morning Sun, Oakville, Grandview, Letts, Wyman, Cotter, and Newport. One injury reported. gravel pit slide incident near Columbus Junction. Several local social items follow including a New Year wedding in Columbus City and community notices from Davenport to Muscatine.

Columbus Junction Jan Louisa County Wapello Columbus City Morning Sun Oakville Grandview Letts Wyman Cotter Newport Martha Elizabeth Pratt Harry Pratt Joh Raymond Prett John Henry Vretz Newcomb Memorial Davenport John H. Gabriel Bernice Pratt Douglas Gauthier Muscatine Tratt Ray Pentecost Tastties County

Local Social Notes From Route Six Area

Route Six community members share visits and health updates. Leota Fishburn improves after a doctor visit. families including the Griges Hoyle Shebeck and others spent time at various homes near Wellman and Washington. Snowball school reopened after vacation and several residents attended a watch party at George Jarrards.

John Shebeck Clarence Fulton Clint Armour Greg Washington Armour Griggs Griggs Oneila Duane Russell John Shebeek Hone John Shebbeek Harryette Mildred Alvin Bar Dployle Alvin Shebeck Iowa Coty Mera Lewis Paker Lewis Paker Bewe Onelta Griggs Mildred Shebeeck Lawrences Heawell Johin Shebeck Lawrence Howell George Jarrards

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