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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1945
Page
3
A column surveys nicknames born from names and manners, the ethics of making a will, a forecast of postwar sales work and production, and political shifts, noting figures like Henry Wallace and Jesse Jones, plus snapshots from Lake Mills Graphic and Northwood Anchor.
A fragmented verse reveals a man and partner discussing marriage and trouble. The couple plans a wedding and honeymoon then face discord and jealousy. A nagging child and heated dispute escalate until the narrator reflects on his own anger and failure.
A humorous exchange shows a mother daughter banter about thinking and corned beef, with quips on arithmetic and a caricature of a Septchman Wis joke. Characters include Nit Wit Harry Jerry and John with a playful love line from John to Alice ending unfinished.
Dinah Shore headlines the cast of Follow the Boys opening at the State Theatre with George Raft Vera Zorina and Grace McDonald. The Universal production features a star studded lineup and guest appearances by W C Fields Sophie Tucker and multiple renowned performers. Local notes mention visiting relatives and community club activities as well.
A fragmentary dialogue contrasts a lone truth teller with Adam as the claimed speaker. The exchange hints at romantic science themes and humor about law and discovery, ending with a quip about size and risk.
Richland residents report O N S Chapter installs officers for the new year. Wilda Stephenson is worthy matron with Keith Carris as worthy patron and Clara Flockstra associate matron among a list of officers. About 100 attendees enjoyed the social hour and refreshments. Jessie Lee Westbrook and Muscatine pupils collected 186 bags of milkweed pods in a recent drive.
Miller in Italy, John French of Dallas, and George P Spaniard are reported connected to service. Mrs Cedric Wolcott learns her husband Pvt Cedric Wolcott has arrived in Italy. Pvt Glen McClure of Fort Benning visits family in Georgia. Robert Ward of the navy visits Burling ton relatives. Mr and Mrs Jr Westbrook of Letts visit grandparents Alva Wagner and family.
The sulfa powder in a soldier’s knapsack is described as a byproduct of steelmaking. It derives from coal tar produced during the coke-making process.
Sharpen the chopper by running sand soap or scouring brick through it as for a potato. The knives brighten and cut like new. Use pulverized sand soap or small soap ends, then wash in boiling water to remove grit. Oil with glycerine to lubricate without tainting food.
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