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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1937

Page

4

Adultery and Divorce Reflected in Luke Verse

Today's Bible Thought dated January 5 1408 cites Luke 16 18 about adultery and remarriage. The brief reflects on marriage and moral law with a call to contemplation of divorce and remarriage.

Prayer for 1937 Digestion and Mindful Living

A devotional verse asks for good digestion and a healthy body, mind, humor, and grace. It seeks sense to discern sin, prevent obsession with trifles, and share joy, noting it comes from Chester Cathedral in England.

Chester England

Manchester bishop praises Edward VIII in diary of Christmas spirit

A Manchester bishop writes to his diocese praising Edward VIII, saying he put Christmas spirit into the British corpus. The note signals unusual favorable remarks from a church leader about the former king.

England Edward the Eighth Manchester

Edward VIII Noted for Gifts and Sorrowful Farewell

The text reflects on Edward VIII during his reign, noting gifts to the empire and sorrow at his departure. A bishop is said to have known the king well, understanding the blend of honors and restrictions. It questions public adoration versus personal expression and ends by asking if Edward loved the woman or was driven by other motives.

Edward the VIII Edward Europe

Auto Industry Dominates National Economy and Labor Tensions

Forbes notes wide wage differences to car prices in several countries, while U S car ownership nears saturation yet replacement demand grows. Barrons reports 14.2 million vehicles over five years old will need replacement in four years. The auto industry fuels 1937 prospects, but strikes threaten production and industrial warfare hinders business.

Denmark Holland Venice Barron's United States

Life Stories Told at Rotary Meeting Introduces New Members

Two new Rotary members shared personal life stories at the luncheon. Willig Jones admitted his brief life tale reflecting a move from Omaha to Washington as a baby, with recall of adventures in the West and East. Dr. Arthur Atack, born near Manchester England, spoke of ministry training and a broad life philosophy. Roy Lytle joins as a new Rotarian along with Dr. Cruise.

Focal Rotary Club Willig Jones Washington Omaha Far West Far East Arthur Atack England Manchester Philosphy Roy Lytle Mr. Cruise

Ancient Peiping Art Worth More Than Most Pieces

The most valued ancient Peiping works include century-old flower paintings sacred animal kingdom pieces and mythical creations tied to agriculture science or literature.

Peiping

Dave Miller Family Returning Home to Washington

Mr and Mrs Dave Miller of Alburnett Iowa plan to move back to Washington in a few weeks reuniting with old friends. They left about nineteen years ago traveling through South Dakota and North Dakota before settling in Alburnett for six years. They will farm on land owned by Mrs Joe McElthinney on Cotter edge near Washington.

Dave Miller Alburnett Iowa Washington

By-the-Way Musings and Local Oddities in Winter

A collection of brief reflections and quips from readers and columnists. Notes on a college biology cat contract intrigue, winter weather, and social questions from diverse voices including Non-Critic and J. P. Wry humor and everyday wisdom mix with mentions of loan terms and leisure time concerns.

Imaginative musings and office quirks from a bygone era

A collection of witty jests and anecdotes on marriage imagination and work life. A groom bride mix up leads to a humorous mother bride line. A tale about tardy excuses ends with a twist about a wife having twins.

Oakie-Doakie College Stars On Coast Radio Show

ACK OAKIE leads the Oakie-Doakie College of the Air in a coast to coast radio program aired each Tuesday. The musical backdrop features Benny Goodman and Georgie Stoll with top college talent nationwide. Guest stars include noted screen and radio comedians as visiting professors and lecturers.

Ack Oakie Oakie-Doakie College of the Air Columbia Coast To Coast Benny Goodman Georgie Stoll Oakie-Doakie College

Electrification Exposition Planned in Des Moines

Rural electrification themes to guide the Iowa Farm and Home Exposition at Shrine Temple Des Moines January 20 to 22. Exhibits show electric appliances line material and demonstrations with a cost meter to reveal running costs. Food farm machinery feeds poultry house equipment and clay products also featured with an exhibitors night and entertainment. over 4000 Farm Bureau members expected.

Des Moines Iowa Farm and Home Shrine Temple Town Farm Bureau Federation Farm Bureau Exposition Floor

North and South Schedule Changes at Rock Island Lines

Changes to the Rock Island Lines timetable effective January 3 between Chicago and Kansas City include discontinuation of Trains 1 and 2. The Californian becomes trains 43 and 44 with westbound at 1 35 a m and east at 2 a m. The Apache trains 11 and 12 run west at 3 57 p m and east at 4 18 p m. Northbound train 61 resumes toward the north.

Columbus Junction Rock Island Chicago Kansas City

Rapid Developments in Kidnapping Case Documented

A masked gunman abducted a person from the Mattson home as indicated by an arrow marking the flight route. Dr W. W. Mattson, central to the case, was seen leaving his residence to confer with federal authorities and state police involved in the manhunt.

Mattson W. W. Mattson Charlies Mattson Tacoma Wash Charles Happy

Schedule Change Noted For No 64 Southbound Train

A timetable update shows No 64 southbound now due at 10 10 p m instead of 9 15 p m, with a revised arrival time of 10 15 p m for the preceding service.

State seeks offices for workers as session nears

Des Moines January 5 The state executive council sought new offices for agencies forced to vacate ahead of the January 11 legislative session. Space is tight as bureaus such as Old Age Pension occupy conference rooms and the WPA Housing Research Survey moves downtown. One council member declined to be quoted.

Des Moines INS State Executive Council Youse Ute Pension Bureau Senate WPA Legislative Conference Old Age Pension Bureau Whele Governor's Executive Council Dame

Wrought iron carbonfree composition described

A historical note describes carbonfree wrought iron containing about 0.05 percent carbon, noting it can be bent and twisted and welded by any process. The passage highlights its malleability and weldability as a key property.

First Yankee Peddlers named Pattison brothers peddled wares

The first Yausee peddiers were Irish brothers Edgar and William Pattison who settled in Connecticut in 1740. Skilled tinsmiths, they made their own wares and sold them door to door.

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