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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1944
Page
4
July 27 1044 admonition counsels readers to avoid temptation and endure trials. Included is a biblical quote from James urging steadfastness and self-control as a moral guide.
The Newton News notes unrest in Germany amid Hitler purges of generals and officers. It argues internal wrangling weakens the German war machine while Allied powers press the drive, stressing morale and effective resistance despite Germany's strength.
A Marshalltown Times Republican report cites Dr. Minnie L. Maffett on women in industry and politics. It notes few women in top federal posts, limited female lawmakers, and surveys predicting many women may seek postwar work, business, or office roles while some favor homemaking.
The paper argues that when the crash arrives Hitler and his regime will avoid full blame. The author notes the book omits provisions for losers, showing Hitler and cronies fear righteous judgment at home. It describes this as another crack in the Nazi structure.
Postwar planning for the jeep sparked lively talk as the Department of Commerce dismissed the vehicle for farming due to low chassis and high gear ratio. Manufacturers concede the military jeep isn’t ideal for farming but promise a lower gear bantam postwar model to fit rural needs. The GI Jeep’s battlefield wear likely ends its farm role debate.
Wayne B. Robison of Brigh ton prints a playful, unverified forecast claiming the war will end in 1944 at 2 o clock in September based on arithmetic and initials. The piece blends humor with political quips and wartime anecdotes, ending with a dated, lighthearted exchange about aging.
DES MOINES Iowa July 27 A Republican judicial session at the state convention ran a brief program naming three state supreme court nominees. Justices Oscar Hale William L Bliss and Frederic M Miller were presented amid speeches with approval and minor debate over nomination timing. District Judge Norman R Hays Knoxville keynoted noting new deal bureaucracy.
In the matter of the estate of George Herzog deceased Margaret Wittriz executrix petitions for authority to sell real estate to pay debts to be heard in District Court Mt Pleasant Iowa at 10 am August 8 1944 interested parties may appear or show cause by that date Margaret Wittriz executrix 14012 July 27 28 29
A modest World War I veteran judge presided as convention chairman and quipped it is easier to sit on the bench than run a convention. A rules report drew a blush as voting results were urged to be announced loudly. State Chair Willis York and Secretary Imogene Emery, Cedar Rapids, fumbled pronunciation of Shimanek.
Iowa delegates at the Chicago national convention faced a string of health mishaps. Lawrence Smith of Byersville suffered a heart attack after stepping from a hotel elevator and will stay a few weeks. Kehoe an Elma alternate has been released after a fall in a bathroom. Delegation Secretary Mary Jane Freeman sought treatment for a heel blister worsened by new shoes while visiting the Iowa headquarters.
At the national convention Jake More manages Iowa and Wallace headquarters and seeks convention tickets while facing blame for a demonstration on behalf of the Iowa vice presidential candidate. Rumor says he will be re elected at this weekend's convention, though others may contest the office if party sentiment remains as in Chicago.
Mrs Florence Lynch of LeMars is named as a likely new national committeewoman and could become state vice chairman of the Democratic party. The group also includes Mrs Benona Young Bloomfield Mrs Leona Bushing Nashua Mrs Paul Huston Cedar Rapids and Mrs Mary Dalton Cole Manson. There is little talk of changes on the state committee except for Genevieve Lee who moved from Davenport to Marshalltown and may be replaced by Alberts Metcalf Kelly Nichols. Republican convention dodger quips about changing when in midstream with a riding horse.
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