Bible Thought Tuesday January 25 1938 What Men Live By
A devotional note for January 25 1938 cites Isaiah 38 16 and a reflection on humility and goodness. It includes Ed Howe and Charles F Kettering quotes on thinking and moral demeanor.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1938
Page
4
A Mild Blizzard Folds 1938 Weather Into 1978 Note
The article recalls a Jan 23 24 1938 blizzard rain and snow followed by biting wind and cold. Nearly two inches of precipitation fell, soaking ground and reducing evaporation concerns. It frames the event as a historical weather note for 1978, forty years later.
A Nice Honor to Mrs. Miller Honored by Iowa Safety Patrolmen
The Washington community praises the wreath ceremony by Iowa Safety Patrolmen at Mrs. Alex Miller’s grave. Report notes the group’s pick among men of outstanding physical, mental, and moral fitness and highlights the patrol’s founding goal of efficient highway safety. The patrol now numbers 100 members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Miller
Iowa
Washington
Fifty Years From Now Wells Forecasts Open Future
The piece reviews H G Wells prophetic view that by 1988 the common man will be healthier better informed and better housed with open streets and new materials in clothing and architecture while social units shift from households to schools. It cautions that political dictatorship could hinder scientific progress.
License Checks Press Patrols for Traveling Men
Patrolmen and twenty five men in the automobile license department warn travelers to carry licenses at all times. Alibis fail as officers nab individuals without credentials, stressing strict enforcement of travel documentation.
Snakes at Arcadia Florida Wedding Shock Guests
A Tampa sender reports a Florida wedding with a garland of snakes as symbols of matrimony. The indigo bride snake and rattlesnake attendants accompany a legal ceremony in Arcadia at the End residence. The bridesmaid balked at the rattlesnake feast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arcadia, Florida
George End
Blessings For A Children's Home Poem
Poem praising care for orphaned or sheltered children. Stanzas bless the milk bread roof and shelter and recount Jesus welcoming a child and blessing those who show pity to childhood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hagar A
Dreaming of a chase with a lion and tiger in Washington
A Washington woman recalls a wild dream where she and her husband were chased by a lion and a tiger. The husband suddenly turns and pummels what he thinks is the lion, saying he is trying to knock the wind out of him. The piece concludes that dreams are wonderful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Charles
Charlie
Vv. Ak
Church wedding surprise draws ten brides and groom
A Washington minister recounts a church service in which a young couple sought marriage during services. The pastor invited all would be marrying to the altar and ten young ladies plus one young man stepped forward, surprising the congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Washington town clock measured at ten feet in diameter
A North Side Cafe discussion about the Washington town clock led a committee to hire Jerry Carris, the clock specialist, to measure it. The dial center sits exactly 90 feet above street level, and the clock was found to be ten feet in diameter, not twelve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Side
Washington
Jerry Carris
Times Change in Shifting Views of Henry Ford
A collection of excerpts shows changing opinions on Henry Ford from hero to villain amid labor disputes. The pieces include a Toledo Chronicle jab at tax critics, a poem urging tax resistance, an Office Grouch quip, and a satire on car horns illustrating evolving public sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ford
Labor Relations Board
Presto
Chango
City Girl Film Sensation Plays State Theatre Wednesday
A sensational 20th Century Fox drama stars Phyllis Brooks as a waitress who becomes a racketeer boss fiancée then a brunette in disguise. Police pursue her as a blonde murderer while she aids a prosecutor to wipe out gangs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
20Th Century-Fox
State Theatre
Phyllis Brooks
Miss Brooks
Ebulliscope Beer Gadget Prompts Curious Debate
A humorous note describes an ebulliscope that pours beer, lights a flame, and gauges alcohol. Critics ask if such a device could also test drunken drivers. The column then mocks a school note about astigmatism and a father's blunt reply.
Dramatic Spotlight on Rising Actress in Crime Drama
A young actress delivers a striking debut performance while Ricardo Cortez stars as the lead male. Robert Wilcox plays the ambitious young lawyer, with Douglas Fowley and Chick Chandler cast as two mobsters in a tense crime drama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ricardo Cortez
Robert Wilcox
Douglas Fowley
Chick Chandler
Unusual Story Promises Rare Picture Treat at Fox Theatre
Republic's Youth on Parole opens Wednesday at the Fox Theatre with Marian Marsh and Gordon Oliver in the leads. The plot follows two innocents framed for a jewel theft, their prison time, and a later romance tested by a public record reveal as they seek to clear themselves and expose the real crooks. Supporting players include Margaret Dumont and Miles Mander.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic Studios
Fox Theatre
Republic
Marian Marsh
Gordon Oliver
Margaret Dumont
Pegey Shannon
Miles Mander
Sarah Padde
Wade Boteler
Mary Kornman
Shoes for Horses Specialty Shoeing Across Gaits and Breeds
The article notes that horses of various gaits such as rack slow gait canter trot running walk fox trot and breeds like trotter polo work horses require specialized shoeing. It highlights the shoer’s expertise in fitting types to needs across multiple horse categories.
Pilotburg Ladies Aid Lunch at Turnipseed Sale
Pilotburg Jan 25 The Ladies Aid served lunch at Mrs Roy Turnipseed sale last Thursday. Attendance around 200 at closing out sale. Helpers listed include Mesdames Oldfield Shalla Hamilton Stransky and others. Local notices note residents moving and farm transactions as town fades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Stransky
Pilotburg
Haller
Charlie Schulty
Mr. Schulty
Fred Bartholomew
Mr. Stransky
Marion Stransky
Wellman
Kalona
Local Notes from Gray January Update
Gray residents report T. M. Been blossom has his house shingled by Haiftey. Louis Rath built a new broader house with aid from Hoxworth Don Longer and Jesse Nicola. Joe Oriez and Cheariene Ori ez moved to Washington last Monday. Mr and Mrs Doyle Pleer moved to the Isea Hoxworth farm. welcome our new neighbors. Herb Finney was a caller at
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. C. Longer
Gray
T. M. Beenblossom
Writer Recovers After Tonsil Operation
T. M. Beenblossom visited the writer at his home Thursday where he is recuperating after a serious post tonsillectomy period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Beenblossom
Value of a Friend Says Uncle Eben on Loyal Companions
A quote from Uncle Eben likens a friend to a huntin dog, saying a friend who is easily lost isn’t worth worrying about. The remark reflects a practical view of loyalty and companionship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eben
Regular meeting notice for Washington Lodge No 26
Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M holds regular meetings on the first Friday of each month. William F. Mohland serves as W M and A W Yard is secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Lodge No
A. F
A. M
William F. Mohland
W. M
A. W. Yard
Train Schedule Detail for California Passenger Arrivals
The notice lists daily departures and arrivals for several trains including No. 12 Apache No. 2 Local No. 44 Californian No. 4 Golden State Limited No. 11 Apache No. 1 Local No. 43 Californian No. 3 Golden State Limited and No. 430 Mixed Train with timing at 1:05 1:59 3:09 and 11:20 p m 2:27 a m and 9:66 a m 10:45 a m. It notes California passengers sometimes only and advance notice required for No 48. L GOODLANDER Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CRT & Pe
SEY Bank
Ce Weacon
Golden State Limited
Californian
Knoxville
California
L. Goodlander
Railroad Schedule for Mixed Trains and Local Services
The notice lists east bound and mixed train times for No. 23 and No. 25 services, with departures at 11 00 a m and 1 48 p m for various routes. It notes daily operation except Sundays and identifies agents C F Anderson and W C Bell of the C M & St P and P R R and Ottumwa Davenport Local and Southwest Limited services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F. Anderson
C. M
Southwest Limited
Davenport-Ottumwa
Ottumwa-Davenport
Sunéas
W. C. Bell
Burlington Trailways Westbound Schedule from Washington to Omaha
Local bus schedule lists Westbound Bus No 1 Chicago to Omaha leaving Washington at 4 05 p m and 8 80 a m Fastbound Bus No 1 Omaha to Chicago leaving Washington at 3 36 p m and 10 25 a m Tickets available at the Bus Depot Colonno Hotel for coast to coast trips through the local depot Ray C Tracy Agent
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
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