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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1932
Page
4
The poem reflects fear and faith as a speaker confronts enemies and finds trust in God. It contrasts mortal fragility with nature’s quiet persistence, noting the night’s moonrise and the emptiness of human words. The author, Daniel Whitehead Hicky, frames a meditation on solitude and humility.
The New York City district sheriff tied to the Seabury committee is accused of diverting interest from money in his care into his personal account. The secretary allegedly moved funds to a private balance, drawing thousands in profits. The sheriff admitted a serious mistake but blamed a misallocation that let the public gain some benefit.
In Chicago a funeral procession was interrupted when strike drivers balked upon seeing private cars in the parade. They refused to proceed unless those private cars were dropped from the cortege, leaving the mourners unsettled and authorities unsure who is to blame.
A collage of vocabulary tips focusing on synonyms prints, examples, and mispronunciation guidance. It discusses abstract as a verb meaning to separate, exploit as to utilize, and common usage errors such as misplacing adverbs and misspellings.
During a funeral a mourner phoned police who arrived with detectives. The officers then assisted in transporting the corpse to its destination, ensuring the funeral proceeded.
Forbes says bankers claim reform and vow not to send funds abroad carelessly but the opportunity to borrow abroad lured many to exploit markets. He recalls American underwriters chasing deals across continents, while the U S lacks a body to ensure investors receive a square deal on foreign securities.
The city of New York has one Republican alderman while the rest are Democrats. Laws require each committee to include a minority member, so the lone Republican serves on every council committee. This setup is notably unusual.
A reflective column contrasts the banker’s cold “No” stance with farm lands called No man’s land and laments the toll of poverty. It speculates that twenty five years hence new generations will still face fresh worries rather than relief.
A member asks to notify Rev. A. A. Vinz that he is needed in the assembly room at once to receive a beautiful bouquet. The message praises his wonderful presence and the world’s richness from his life.
A miscellany from a small-town newspaper includes ten business commandments urging hard work accuracy initiative and courage. It also reports on a tree removal due to decay and a young man asking for a raise. Local notices announce a public sale under a writ of execution and probate hearing for Amelia G. Brown with court details.
Founder's Day observances hosted by P. E. O. Chapter CX at Mrs Archie Norris home with Edith Orr and Martha Butler in charge. G W Weber sang 1869 songs. dinner served by Miss Marie Overholt. Local clubs elect officers. bridge project delays traffic. A large horse sale at Columbus Junction fairgrounds yielded top team prices. re planking of the Iowa river bridge affected deliveries.
Fragmentary note mentions expected ports of the first Rohiy item any minute now. No clear person, place, or event identified.
In Verdi Mexico a masked bandit known as El Coyote wounds a lieutenant and is hunted by Paco Morales. Ann Reed hides the bandit’s identity and is torn between love and duty. Bob Harkness, the rancher behind El Coyote, is gravely wounded as the tale of vengeance and loyalty plays out amid border town intrigue.
Ted keeps watch as Bob lies wounded and delirious. Price agrees to treat the gun wound and the pair plot secrecy. A major returns with news of a border killer as Price questions if he should reveal the truth.
Petit jurors from Riverside were drawn Monday to serve at the January term in Washington. They will decide the case of State of Iowa vs Al Leichti of Sigourney for murder, transferred from Sigourney to Washington and to be heard by Judge J G Patterson.
Huddersfield reports Harry Moorhouse believed to be England's oldest miner. He began work in the New Mill pit at age six and has now retired after a 76 year career.
Riverside report notes a Monday night card party at St Marys hall with seventeen tables. Raymond Dautrenont led bridge high, Mrs Re Gs Heiliman won the consolation in bridge, Louis Walsh took enchre high, and Miss Naomi Dautremont earned the consolation in enchre. Refreshments followed, hosted by a committee.
In Sheffield England two brothers JAustin and Edgar Brown faced each other in a boxing match. The bout was halted by the referee in the sixth round after both fighters delivered heavy punishment, leaving the outcome unresolved.
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