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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1931
Page
5
Beeper Pleers Phan Birds
An enthusiastic aviation writer argues that aircraft outpace birds in speed height and stunt potential. The piece quibbles that until airplanes perform birdlike antics such as perching, watering, nesting, and attacking other aircraft, birds should not be belittled for their aerial ways.
President Hoover Protests Short Selling in Wheat
The piece explains short selling as selling something not owned and cites a $10 bill that could theoretically move a thousand bushels of wheat. Critics say such speculation depresses markets and harms producers, reflecting concern over market manipulation.
Embarrassing Moment Shared by Lois Sartor
A reader recounts a past incident of dressing in a hurry and discovering her dress was on inside out, causing embarrassment. The note, signed “Yours truly,” appears as a letter to the publication and mentions Fifty cents waiting for Lois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lois
Grain speculation and the limits of short selling
The article notes that grain handling is popular for speculation and cites a president's protest against short selling. It argues that if many sell short the market volume falls and prices drop, and that in this speculation there is no limit to bushels sold or bought, with actual grain availability not constraining the range.
Enduring Optimism After Worldly Low Mood Warns of Recovery
A 1920s-era speaker argues that despite a global industrial and consumer downturn described by Governor Altgeld, the nation endured past crises and will rebound. The piece notes extended prosperity since then, despite one or two setbacks, and cautions that the current world low mood differs in scope yet offers a path to recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. Altgeld
Illinois
Chicago
Daily Word Lesson Congenital and Congenial Use
Today's word explains congenital meaning relating to same nature or origin. It contrasts with congenial meaning friendly and sympathetic and gives examples of use with congenial companions.
By The Way Cartoon Notes and Oddities
A collage of quirky exchanges, letters, and classroom quips. A London undertaker advertises free funerals amid crisis reports then faces arrest for alleged contempt. A telegram from Africa mentions lion tails. A south side school reads The Village Blacksmith and a class reveals a pun on muscles versus labor. Various humorous asides close the item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side
Letters From Pocahontas Point and A Day at Boating
An extended travelogue describes a cottage on Lake Okoboji at Pocahontas Point with details on the modern five room unit, lake views, and the Country Club golf settings. The writer shares family life, fishing anecdotes, and humorous asides about neighbors, local customs, and a playful glimpse of summer leisure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pocahontas Point
Lake Okoboji
Oddball Local Tales From Across The Nation
A string of brief items from various cities covers unusual incidents and anecdotes. Frank Fitzherbert’s dog leaves a litter under a stable and a neighbor helps, while Jack Strangler unveils a car theft prevention device. Jim Wells plans speeches but avoids appearances. A Martin claims he was not killed in 1923 air crash, Yen Nights in a Barroom is revived in Missouri, and blood transfusion stories arise in El Paso. An engagement breach suit yields an $8,000 verdict in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sedalia
Harry J. Martin
Kelly Field
Texas
Sedalia Martin
War Department
Klopfenstein Visits and Local Socials at Havre
Bertha and Lafe Klopfenstein were callers at their home last Wednesday evening. Dale Darbyshire and children visited Claud McCall on Thursday evening. K G Beenblomson and daughters Ada Mae and Thelma called at Lewis Smith’s Washington home Sunday. Dale Rathmel spent the weekend with Lafe Klopfenstein. Carl Schneider and Omer called on Claud McCall Saturday evening. Mrs George Barnnett and her sons also visited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havre
Bertha
Lafe Kloptenstein
Ounce
Dale Darbyshire
Claud McCall
Kk. G. Beenblossom
Ada Mae
Thelma
Lewis Smith
Washington
Dale Rathmel
Lafe Klopfenstein
Carl Schneider
Omer
George Barnnett and Sons
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