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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1934
Page
4
A devotional line cites 1 Corinthians 2 9 about the things God has prepared for those who love him. The message highlights divine wonders beyond human perception.
A short meditation on prayer and faith notes that even great scientists struggle to explain prayer. It asserts that only lives in constant communion with the Creator can expect true success, calling readers to reverent trust beyond reason.
The article notes Democrats praise and Republicans critique the president's speech, suggesting political prejudices persist in Congress and would reverse if party roles changed. It argues bias is as strong as ever, regardless of the president's party.
The passage notes former Treasury Secretary Woodin loved musical composition with works like Cookie Tree and Raggedy Man. It cites John Hay as a noted writer of homely verse, and mentions Pike County Ballads and George Peck of Peck's Bad Boy fame. It adds Dawes and a Mr Nero as other faddists, asserting everyone should have a fad.
A passage notes that repeating coupon clipping as a daily occupation offers mental diversion from routine life. It argues monotony can dull the spirit, suggesting variety of work keeps minds engaged and avoids stagnation. The quotation references the old saying about Jack and dull boys.
A letter praises the Los Angeles Times for its quality while criticizing its weather coverage of the Midwest. The writer defends eastern weather and mocks California bias, calling the Times patriotic yet biased. The edition features illustrations of the Crail brothers, Joe and Charley Crail, prominent Los Angeles figures.
An advertising note for a 1934 car claims keeping the nose down enables a safe turn at eighty miles per hour. The article hints many drivers have achieved smooth turns at lower speeds without modifying the car beyond possible nose damage.
Poem reflects on beans powering explorers and leaders from Clarke to Perry and Macdonough. It praises beans as nitrogen rich sustenance for workers and soldiers, sustaining strength through hardship and national growth.
The piece bets Wayne Amos Weaver as the town’s most traveled man with experiences across forty eight states and several South American countries. It lauds the Columbia River Highway in Oregon and recalls the annual Journal carrier party funded by manager Pratt at the State Theatre. It includes humorous anecdotes about a restaurant owner slicing chicken thin and a bored society girl yawning underwater.
A fragmented Sydney column sketches a late night chat with a host and guest musicians. A Madrid joke and a quip about a canary named Joe appear alongside a bit about a lad visiting his mother and her week old baby in a hospital ward. The piece ends with a mention of Richmond Rovers.
A fragmented note discusses Salvage Gold From Wenonah and Abraham Lincoln research. It mentions a fire risk from burning cigarettes and paper in a wastebasket and notes sirens and omens guiding tides back to earlier days. The piece blends historical quips with reflective musings on signals and memory.
Announcement notes the Retrefl Corp of West Chester program is postponed until Wednesday due to weather. A special meeting is planned Monday night to discuss degree work and reinstatement. The draft description mentions fighters over 2 feet 2 inches tall and at least 220 pounds in weight.
A reflection on beauty as a universal inheritance and the imperative of an artful process to master and appreciate the visible world. The piece underscores art as a rite of cultivation guiding all people toward deeper possession of beauty.
Social and charity activities are recounted with meetings of the Methodist Foreign Missionary society and Wynn Community club. Women and men host, perform, and reflect on religious expressions and community events with lectures and an oyster supper at Wyman school.
The Benefit Bridge circle of St James church met at Mrs J O M Kellys home on Wednesday afternoon despite bad weather. Eight tables were in play with Kuechre and bridge as the main activities and Mrs Veter Wittrig served as hostess.
Tuesday events include the Delpha Alpha S. 3S. class pot luck at Mrs Nick Roth home and Rural Woman's club annual dinner at Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Hunter residence. Meetings include the Young Woman's Missionary Society at Carol and Lucille Forgey home and Booster club with Mrs. Milford Anderson. Fortnightly American Home groups meet at Mrs. F. C. Witzigman and Miss Lydia Juzeler homes with an antique exhibit. antiques transport help requested.
A bill in the Iowa legislature proposes a state owned public utility district to furnish light, power and water to municipalities. The plan would allow state takeover of hydro and other plants, purchase electricity at up to half a cent per kilowatt hour, and operate under a five member board with a $6,000 salary for the administrator. Revenue would go to the state treasury and an appropriation of $250,000 would set up the commission and acquire property, to be repaid with interest.
The Presbyterian Ladies held an afternoon meeting at Mrs. Harry Mc Call’s home to discuss Clara Laughlin’s book A Peniny Philanthropist. Mrs. Carl Hoberts led the review, introduced by program chair Mrs. B. H. Van Meter.
The Junior Fortnightly meets at Miss Dorothy Dowell 748 East Main Monday at 7 30. K C holds regular meeting Monday January 8. Evening Literature dept meets 7 45 Jan 8 at Mrs George Rudiger. Fortnightly club Music dept 7 45 at Mrs Roger Sherman home. program on The Importance of Music in the Community. A O J Guild Girls Baptist church meet 6 30 at Mrs E H Messer. pot luck supper and study. D U V to meet 7 30. officers to be present for installation.
Wednesday events include West Chester Ladies Aid at the church with hostesses Mrs. Edgar Stewart Mrs. Ed Duvall Mrs. Everette West. A pot luck by Linger Lounger with Mrs. Art Dawson. Snowball Social Club with Mrs. Ralph Oldfield. Sunshine Community dinner at Arthur Ruebsam’s. Harmony Club meets with Mrs. Jim Brooks.
The Walnut Women’s club schedules a Thursday gathering at 2 with Mrs. Harry Wittmer. Attendees should come prepared to answer a New Year’s resolution and pay dues.
Mrs Kathryn Bartosky had the high score while Mrs Lyle Sehulty claimed the high bridge score and Mrs James Watts was low. Mrs Kelly's sister Miss Mary T Nick of Wellman attended as a guest. The next party will be held a week from Tuesday at Mrs T J Dempsey's home.
In Lincoln, the I O O F Lodge postponed a planned UM A debate last week after a debate team member lost his false teeth. Lodge members expect to reschedule once replacements are found.
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