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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1936
Page
4
A contemplative reflection on Deuteronomy 10 12 and daily live. The piece contrasts public life stories with private virtues and calls for kindness nobility self sacrifice and steadfast faith in God. It notes life’s quirks but prioritizes moral conduct over sensational events.
The piece argues editors should print only fit news and handle delicate subjects tactfully. It stresses public interest, the effect on families, and the ideal of publishing news that educates and avoids causing harm or shame.
The era of travel continues as 130,000 Americans visited Europe in 1935, spending over five billion dollars abroad. Total travel by all Americans neared 60 million trips, with the year’s travel bill approaching nine billion dollars. Foreign travel led the outlay, while U S Shipping Board data show six point five billion spent abroad, up four hundred million from 1934. Domestic travel grew too with cars carrying about thirty five million people and three point two billion dollars spent, plus Canada cross-border spending near one hundred million. Rail and motor-bus gains added to a widespread rise in travel across the nation and air travel posted the strongest percentage gains.
John F. H. Taylor of Long Beach Iowa towns and the middle west praised as the garden spot while detailing Dr Francis E Townsend birth and early life in Illinois and Kansas and how his recovery plan originated in Long Beach California with supportive local observations.
Mrs Charley Morrow travels to Oliie for her father G B Bowman who died after a week of illness diagnosed as tooth infection. The item notes other local social visits and events including a bank stockholders meeting and New Year gatherings in Rabio Town and surrounding homes.
Iowa WPA workers finish a redecorating job in the house chamber with Ross Ewing noting the house looks poorer than the senate. Painters apply a new coat to the ornate ceiling while scaffolding is used to reach the high, intricate designs. The senate chamber will receive its face lifting next.
After a basketball game in Muscatine coach George Freshwaters phoned the Journal to relay the score. He asked for the totals rather than a full box score, then joked about not knowing the final tally and waiting for someone to answer.
An Englishman touring his US farm shows his brother Charley a large hay stack. Charley exclaims in surprise, humorously noting the hay grows in big lumps. The anecdote ends with Charley's casual remark about the size of the hay.
A reader from Washington Iowa describes a failed job search after asking at a local grocer store about work. He recalls past bragging, a rude owner, and a clerk named Sue mentioning a grocery clerk opening he plans to pursue tomorrow. The letter reflects small town employment struggles.
Three men Smith Jones and Robinson operate a train as Brakeman Fireman and Engineer in unknown order. Passengers Mr Smith Mr Jones and Mr Robinson aboard. Robinson lives in Detroit. Brakeman lives midway between Detroit and Chicago. Jones earns 2000 a year. Smith beat the Fireman at billiards. Brakeman's nearest neighbor is a passenger who earns three times the Brakeman. The passenger whose name matches the Brakeman lives in Chicago. Determine which man is the Engineer.
Two men ran a red light and were stopped by an officer. The driver claimed to be a doctor transporting a patient to an asylum, and the passenger offered a seraphic kiss to the sergeant, allowing them to slip away.
A teacher asks for an example of an indirect tax. A pupil answers the dog tax, prompting the teacher to question why it counts as indirect since the dog does not pay the amount. The exchange concludes with a playful misinterpretation.
The senate plans a replicating procedure mirroring a prior move, aiming to advance the same bill through the chamber. Lawmakers anticipate debate on amendments and potential hurdles before a final vote.
The Washington junior college Cardinals defeated Magazine junior college Indiana 21 to 17 at Muscatine. Washington made seven free throws to Muscatine’s three, with a close contest throughout and a first half score of 11 to 9. Morrow led Muscatine with four points.
The Eldridge basketball team defeated the Y Collegians 44 to 35 at the Y M C A court. Eldridge led 28 to 27 at halftime but outscored the visitors 17 to 7 in the second half. Karstens scored seven baskets before intermission. Mitchell and Hank Little contributed key late points.
A feature on the Arizona wrestler known as Cowboy Bill Beth previews his Thursday appearance against George Kogut of Chicago. He will not use a rope and is expected to shed most of his costume before the bout. The card also lists Friday’s Boone match with Fred Grubmier facing Pat Murphy.
A playful misprint tale circulates as the Medical Council protests a botched line about a doctor affecting a patient's purse. A sergeant questions a college student while a prisoner asserts his academic status amid a magazine subscription blank gag.
In the prior girls contest Olds defeated Washington Eldridge 15 to 10, with both teams showcasing clutch moments as the game stayed tight throughout.
Word from Clifford Bauer reaches his parents that he has traveled from Sioux City toward Watertown South Dakota to resume teaching duties despite icy roads. He left Westchester January 6 and his arrival is expected as he continued his journey home.
Washington high school, coached by Guy Carlton, faces Burlington in a key Little Sioux League game. Burlington has lost only once this season, to Ottumwa, with Washington hoping to replicate last year's success when they defeated Burlington three times, including the Southeastern Town district title win at Ottumwa. Washington travels with Theker Mangold Custer Gray Palmer Grecian Doucal Boot Jarrard Watson to Burlington.
Riverside Jan 7 The St Marys high school first team lost in a finish as Washington Center scored a long basket at the buzzer to win 25 23. The St Marys second team defeated the visitors 12 to ?
Miss Ruth Lindenmeyer and others returned from holiday visits amid ice and snow on the pavement. Teachers and college students were entertained at the M E Parsonage, enjoying games and lunch. Eighth graders and their teacher Miss Bruty visited Clarence Johnson’s home for snow fun and a fine supper. Mary and Jean Luers hosted classmates at their home. A T Augustine Milton Ross and R C Ferguson show some improvement after illnesses noted since December.
Edward H Batterpost announces Muscatine American Legion Post No 27 plans for its second annual Eastern loward Norrie Western Illinois semi pro and amateur basketball tournament at Jefferson school gym Feb 24 to 28 with as many as 16 class A teams. Prizes total nearly 200 with 100 for first and 50 25 and 1 for places two to four. Proceeds aid needy children via milk and nursery funds. Entries capped at 16 teams with a $10 fee two to be returned if eliminated. applications due Feb 10 to Warren A Davis 405 Cedar St chairman. Last year Hi-Hatter Mt Pleasant won.
The Karl Monson family from Crawtfordsaville will spend a month in Los Angeles visiting Bart Monson and sightseeing. Donald and Russell Monson accompany their parents. Lyle Lowe will work at a service station during the trip.
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