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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1944
Page
4
The Republic Bulletin quotes Eleanor Roosevelt arguing for an international police force to monitor all nations, including the United States, to prevent any country from gaining superior strength. The piece questions trust in such a force, noting past disarmament efforts and the risk of double crossing among powers.
Republicans and Democrats pursue a parallel approach in the presidential race focusing on three pivotal groups. Labor groups, both organized and informal, receive major attention as campaigns seek broad working class appeal.
The Burlington Hawkeye Gazette predicts a brutal 1944 election with disaffection in unions and rising black political power. It warns that women, labor blocs, and southern racism will be mobilized, and that both parties may resort to slander as campaigns heat up before November 7.
The year ending June 30 report by State Treasurer John M Grimes highlights a general fund expendable balance of 12 318 943 with 4 019 593 in treasurer hands and 8 299 345 held by county treasurers A further 1 354 972 awaits cashing of outstanding warrants Washington national treasury unemployment funds stand at 46 065 242 while county primary road funds total 7 810 609 The State Tag Commission holds 20 655 112 to cover homestead exemptions and old age aid, with the use tax cushion at 6 622 112 to bolster the general fund if needed.
Columns decry crowded trains and urge staying home unless travel is essential. Cited editorials from New London Connecticut Davenport Iowa and Omaha Nebraska note passengers ignore advice despite uncertain accommodations. References Normandy and Japanese prisoners imply broader wartime context.
A British Tommy sought a machine gun and a camel for a solo raid in the early African campaign. He disappeared, sent a message claiming Rommel captured. He returned alone and muttered a cryptic reply to questions about Rommel.
A brief exchange features a man declaring his job as a dining car manager while a woman remarks on his busy meals on the run. The dialogue centers on fast dining work and a brisk lifestyle.
A brief ditty contrasts a man asking about dice with a bird joke about someone who runs off with money. The exchange plays on slang and a sharp line about theft.
A man seeks the judge for a crucial matter but is told the judge is at dinner and his monitor is at steak, delaying the proceeding. The exchange underscores the difficulty in securing immediate judicial attention.
A fragment reflects on enduring love and the gauge of experience. The lines hint at choosing later mornings over missed nights, with a tone of wistful resilience and personal reflection.
A young recruit on duty is teased by an officer disguised as Major Moses. The moment turns into a lighthearted joke about spelling and commandments. The piece blends humor with mock dialogue and oddball wordplay from contributors.
The article notes wide use of hot water heating for space and domestic hot water in Russia. Expansion began during the first five year plan, reflecting a shift in household heating practices across the country.
To those who expressed their sympathy in so many beautiful and practical ways during our recent bereavement we extend our heartfelt thanks. The Babcock family.
Petition of Margaret Witting executrix for authority to sell real estate to pay debts set for District Court Mt Pleasant Iowa at 10 AM August 8 1944. Interested parties must appear or show cause by that date. Margaret Witting executrix 14018 July 27-28-29 read classified ads.
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