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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1933
Page
4
The message reflects on Jesus offering peace to his followers not as the world gives. It emphasizes keeping hearts calm and untroubled through faith in Christ and his assurance.
The piece argues for tax re adjustment and deflation of real estate taxes as a cure for economic ills in Iowa's agricultural regions. It notes that property taxes rose while real property deflated, calling for tax equalization and reductions, ideally cutting real property taxes to about half. It explains Iowa's shift from a farm state to one with factories and utilities, yet real property still bears over 90 percent of the tax burden.
A short story notes an honorable mention for a piece about a gangster’s moll who saves a young businessman’s life at her own expense. The tale shifts scenes from a sunlit garden to dim slums, ending with a tense confrontation and unresolved threats. Helen Donovan of Brighton High School is referenced.
A local farm boy contributor laments U S legislative farm relief as a costly plan needing a billion dollars. He suggests funding may come from taxes paid by farmers and warns about political and fiscal strain on taxpayers while critiquing Congress and perceived government spending.
A glossary style note highlights errors in usage and pronunciation. It emphasizes correct phrasing such as appointed to the office and clarifies common mispronunciations like emphasis on the first syllable of industry. The text aims to guide proper speech and writing for readers.
The article argues that legends form around heroes not great men. It cites Coolidge as approaching hero status and contrasts historical figures like Lincoln and Washington with Wilson Jefferson Hoover. It notes America’s habit of telling stories about presidents to honor them.
A fragmented reminiscence describes a maid seeking a real-tied wish and love fading over years. A Chicago medico weighs who properly uses editorial we, then pivots to stray musings about columnists and idle office hours on a January Tuesday with sparrows and pigeons outside the Post Office.
A student and teacher debate whether a library slip was returned after a class in Algebra. The student, with a playful accent, says he gave you the slip. This brief vignette captures a humorous moment in a school setting.
A fragment from a wrap-book copied poems and anecdotes inclines toward a burst of dialogue. Willie speaks to his mother amid a preacher’s long sermon, noting the many words spoken and counting them in a wheezy aside.
A rustic beau who went away on a trip receives a letter from his best girl demanding clarity. She says she will not be kept in suspenders any longer and wants him to declare his intentions immediately.
A speaker expresses mixed emotion toward a beloved tall son blending pride and distance. She recalls the child’s growth from infancy to a manly stranger, noting the gap between mother and son as he pursues his own life and plans. The verse hints at longing and unresolved affection.
Rotary members heard Dr Stewart Bergsma describe four years in Ethiopia as a medical missionary. He discussed the country’s 10 million people, its king and government, widespread health and sanitation challenges, and the missionaries efforts amid superstition. The talk highlighted modern advances and the priests support in advancing welfare.
Des Moines Iowa January 10 Governor Dan W Turner commuted Ray OMeara from life imprisonment to 36 years converting his confinement to a state penitentiary sentence from 1918 on a rape charge O Meara’s release eligibility follows a judge's recommendation and local support He has been in the reformitory hospital over a year The governor cited the witness and Ida county citizens among those backing the action Also Des Moines Iowa January 10 News reports Harry Thompson resigned as field agent with the state bureau of investigation after a week citing financial reasons.
A Virginia state health officer relates in The Survey a farmer delivering vegetables to a sanatorium. A patient salutes him and asks if he is still a farmer. The farmer says he used to be, and quips that trying crazy might beat farming, ending the exchange with a sharp joke about the life.
Fragmentary lines praise celestial joys and human endurance. The text evokes God of the moon and sun, beauty, loneliness, and a plea for strength to keep loving all living things. A muddled closing greeting appears as stray letters.
Paul Hinch 27 of Cartersville is held to the grand jury in Mason City Iowa on $10000 bond for murdering his wife Dee 29 with a hammer. A coroner's jury said she jumped from a car at 30 mph. officers doubt the theory. Hinch waived a prelim hearing. Maxine Latham 18 testified he asked her to marry him after being alone together.
Railway timetable details list multiple trains with departures and arrivals including No. 2 Golden State Limited, No. 11 Apache, No. 1 Paes, and No. 429 Mixed Train. Frequent local freight services run daily except Sunday and schedules note morning and evening passes and mixed trains. Agent W. C. Bell signs the notice with station details and service notes.
Rockford reports an investigation into the double murder of farmer Dan W. Fisher and housekeeper Mrs Beside Meade by Juan Bdlarquez, a Mexican farm hand, after a posse formed by local neighbors pursued him. A shot wounded another armed suspect, with leaders citing a surly disposition but no clear motive. Fisher was a retired carnival operator. Meade a former Chicago waitress.
A special meeting of the Washington International Company stockholders held in Washington Iowa on December 1932 resolved the dissolution of the corporation. The assets will be distributed to stockholders after all debts are paid, with J P Zeiders as president and George Shanklin as secretary.
An advertisement claims Udga Tablets cure gas, ulcers, acid stomach, and dyspepsia after costly failed treatments. It urges readers to buy a $1.00 package from Geo. L. McDaniel Druggist, promising a money back guarantee if relief isn’t achieved.
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