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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1939

Page

4

Pain Guided by God Bible Thought of January 11 1939

The message cites 2 Corinthians 7 10 noting godly sorrow leads to salvation and repentance while worldly sorrow ends in death. It presents a devotional reflection for Wednesday January 11 1939.

Nazi Submarine Threats and Political Dissent Across Iowa

The piece surveys German naval parity hopes and the new 250 ton minnow submarine, discussing potential impacts on Britain and wartime tactics. It also notes mixed political commentary in Iowa papers urging calm government rhetoric and urges sensible highway safety patrol solutions to save lives.

Hitler Britain Highway Safety Patrol Iowa

Call for Halt on Spending and Budget Balance

The Shenandoah Sentinel argues voters rejected deficits but the president pursues large budgets under preparedness. It urges Congress to cut wasteful PWA grants, raise taxes to cover deficits, and decide spending priorities away from the executive branch. The piece condemns presidential management and praises Congress for needing an immediate end to reckless spending.

Congress PWA Mr. Ickes

Five reasons oppose Hopkins appointment in Creston bid

The Creston News Advertiser lists five critiques of Hopkins as unqualified for the post. It argues he has no business experience, has never run a payroll, lacks knowledge of production costs, distribution or overhead, and has not engaged with world commerce, yet would link government to industry.

Hopkins

Gillette Will Back Hopkins On Confirmation Though Oppose Third Term

Senator Gillette will not oppose Hopkins confirmation but remains against a third term. The Hopkins candidacy would carry third term influence unless a third term nomination is pursued.

Gillette Hopkins

Iowa's Parole System Expands to Ease Crowded Prisons

The Jefferson Bee argues that Iowa expands parole to relieve overcrowding at Anamosa and Fort Madison. Dozens of prisoners are paroled yearly to make room for new convictions, a practice the paper says the average taxpayer does not understand.

Iowa Anamosa Fort Madison Jefferson Iowa) Bee

Divine Promises for Life and Godliness Quoted

A Bible verse from 2 Peter 1 3 4 emphasizes that God has given all things for life and godliness through the knowledge of Christ. Believers are promised precious gifts to share in the divine nature and escape worldly corruption.

Peter

Golf in January Tink Shenetek and postal humor

A humorous column notes golf conditions at a local club described as exceptional for January. It then shares post office anecdotes from Lee McAvoy about Washington mailmen, insured packages at sorority houses, a sign for signature, a miswritten NX, and a confused customer cashing a postal savings certificate without knowing the street address of a Massachusetts post office.

Tink Shenetek Tink Hom Massachusetts

Making a town attractive to outsiders and communal effort

The Winfield Beacon urges towns to unite on good projects and fill any leadership niche to aid town growth. It notes that every resident, even with little time, can help advance initiatives for a stronger community. The Mount Pleasant News column humorously praises O. McIntyre as a widely read writer.

Winfield Winfield Beacon Colum

Public Figure Andrea Leeda Returns After Foot Injury

Andrea Leeda appeared publicly after a layoff due to a broken foot, a result of a badminton accident. The piece compares her situation with classic film custody disputes and notes Cary Grant and Irene Dunne’s past on screen. It also mentions a divorce case over earnings and a star’s shift in public perception after his 28th film.

Andrea Leeda Asta Cary Grant Irene Dunne Asia

Kentucky Glamour Picture Captures Blue Grass Tradition

Technicolor film Kentucky stars Loretta Young and Richard Carecwe showcases Kentucky's storied heritage in a vivid screen portrait highlighted by its cast and lavish production values.

Kentucky Blue Grass State Loretta Young Richard Carecwe

Leaving Hollywood and Wellman Town Holiday Reflections

News notes claim Grace Moore heads to France for a French film while Katherine Hepburn and Gladys Gerner take stage in New York. Paul Kelly manages his 40 acre San Fernando Valley ranch between Juvenile Court shoots and horse breeding. Basil Rathbone signs a Universal horror film as Frankensteins return to vogue. Also notes Basil Rathbone born in South Africa Stan Laurel Ulverston England Oliver Morton Atlanta probate matters and a Wellman Advance holiday meditation on last Christmas decorations being taken down and town mood.

Amopestyy Hollywood Grace Moore France Katherine Hepburn Gladys Gerner New York Paul Kelly San Fernanto Valley Wellman Main Street

Shower Held for Mr and Mrs Frank Mayers

Jan Wellman notes a miscellaneous shower at the Steiner home honoring Mr and Mrs Frank Mayers. Guests played Chinese checkers and bridge, enjoyed refreshments, and gifted many useful items. Separate social items include Ellery Foster hosting dinner guests and the Tri T Chapter meeting at Mrs Pat O Brien with a cooperative noon dinner.

Tri T Pat O'Brien

Regular meeting notices for Westbound Washington Lodge

A notice announces monthly regular lodge meetings to be held on Fridays. It lists officers including William Mohland and a secretary, with locations at the Westbound area.

Washington Lodge Sr G. A Willam Mohland W. My W. Yard

Tibbetts Welcome Son At Memorial Hospital

Mr and Mrs Don Tibbetts welcomed a son born January 2 at Memorial hospital Mr Tibbetts visited Mr Pleasant today to bring Mrs Tibbetts and Richard Stanley home from the hospital

Don Tibbetts Memorial Hospital Mr. Pleasant

Mt Pleasant Couples Visit Home Guests In City

Mr and Mrs Frank Mayers and others from Mt Pleasant are visiting here. Mrs G W White and Mrs C W Anderson are staying with local families. Mrs White is a guest of the Howard Crozier family and Mrs Anderson is with her husband a Standard Oil representative.

G. W. White C. W. Anderson Mt. Pleasant Mrs. White Howard Crozier Mrs. Anderson Standard Oil

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