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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1932
Page
4
A poem laments loneliness on an unenchanted earth. The speaker portrays individuals as prisoners from birth and argues the human heart demands true union and brotherhood that are denied by society.
The piece notes bipartisan cooperation with the administration during the early session of congress. It asserts good of the country as the priority over partisanship, predicts political shifts may occur, and argues Republicans and Democrats share many similarities despite current differences. It cautions against a revolutionary policy upheaval and urges stability.
The Journal cites a Honolulu race issue tied to prohibition, arguing anti prohibition rhetoric misreads Hawaii's history. It notes native Hawaiians were decimated after white traders arrived, with current population about 10% natives and 65% Japanese and Filipinos, and warns against sensational labels tied to liquor policy.
A pithy reflection notes how delayed effort and unforeseen obstacles can ruin plans. It references the old adage about the gap between expectation and outcome and urges cautious, steady progress.
The Journal ad department announces Brooks Ann Cole, a genuine Missourian, will address readers from the microphone with a brief message to Washington peers. A photo of Ms Cole is to accompany the feature as she speaks.
A Missouri guest praises Washington's friendliness and local clubs the J and P Women's Club and the Better Washington Club dinner. He notes cheerful welcomes, compliments junior college champions, and jokes about Missouri biscuits. He smiles at local hospitality and invites a Missouri return visit.
A casual column mix discusses cemetery grounds and Decoration Day efforts at two local cemeteries, praises upkeep by Elm Grove and Woodlawn, and asks for small donations to fence the cemetery. It also weaves in light chatter about basketball teams and community notices, with humorous asides and reader contributions.
May activities include prep for declamatory contest next week and a temperance sermon by Rev. Allison at the M E church. Miss Williams from Frankfort Ky promotes Scientific Temperance in rural schools with county director Winnie Pat Palmer. P T A aims to double membership and praises bus safety and road arrangements for students.
Local social roundup in Olds highlights visits and gatherings. Guests include the Arch Huston and Pearl Chandlee households, the Randy bush and Reschley families, and Arlois Brusch’s funeral in Burlington. PTAs and guilds host meetings while sports recap Olds teams’ recent results.
Readers note that children would not object to a reprise of the event as the community marks the occasion with familiar rituals and shared memories. The sentiment reflects a sense of continuity and local ties amid ongoing activities.
Miss Jessie Ford was honored at a shower in Crawfordsville hosted by Pleasant. She is set to marry Walter Rauscher who serves as the boys coach and manual training teacher. A double header basketball night saw Crawfordsville teams beat Wyman with girls 35 21 and boys 27 17 amid travel delays.
The article notes with regret that Smith closes his work at Lochl School and that Denis Jones is named the new superintendent, who will begin work on Monday, with welcome extended to a home boy.
Des Moines report from January 18 notes the Iowa State Department of Health warns pork and pork products must be thoroughly cooked. Seventeen trichinosis cases linked to infected hogs reported in eastern Iowa, while last week chickenpox led communicable diseases with 80 cases and scarlet fever and chickenpox each filed 46 and 41 cases respectively.
WEST CHESTER: Our parish notes mourn the loss of Glen and Mrs McCall's baby boy who passed away Tuesday morning. Mr and Mrs Ralph Dean of Columbus Junction visited Eldon Bauer and family. The Young Married People class met for a social at Tandy's home. The M E Ladies Aid met in the church basement with a business session planning a Father and Son banquet in February. Basketball teams, boys and girls, will play here next.
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