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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1932
Page
4
Today's Bible Thought for Saturday July 30 1982 urges mercy and restoration for a fellow believer who slips, reminding spiritual readers to examine themselves lest they also fall. The guidance quotes Galatians 6 1 stressing meek restoration.
Washington officials grow tired of the veterans encamped demanding immediate bonus payments. The Bonus Army is condemned by the Legion and many citizens as a harmful gesture, while acknowledging some veterans’ neglect and red tape issues. Soldiers fought for patriotism not pay, and their experiences fostered reliable citizenship despite agitators and eccentric individuals.
New York City Mayor Jimmy Walker responded to Seabury charges by denying all allegations and stating he will cooperate with any inquiry.
The text alleges political motive behind the Seaburny investigation and defends Mayor Jimmy as honest while detailing graft claims. It mentions a confidant agent who vanished after depositing large sums, a county officer ousted by the governor, and a city employee’s substantial bank deposits. It also cites doctors tied to the health department and a friend who profited from city business.
A shopper lists whimsical grocery items to a clerk, naming Mumsies Bread Krunchies Goody Sanny Spread and more. The clerk suggests Krinkly Krisps Oatsies Maltsey Wheats Ricelets and others, and the shopper settles on Wheetums before moving to the meat department.
The editorial argues that military training should be a national citizenship program. It praises its sound principles and potential to foster patriotism, discipline, and higher moral standards, stressing that knowledgeable citizens and veterans alike support its implementation for future national security.
Daily vocabulary note defines PREFIGURE as to imagine beforehand. Example shows use in a sentence about what it prefigured him. Subtle guidance on avoiding misused phrases and expanding language mastery.
The notice invites entries for a poetry contest of two stanzas four lines each using specified rhymes Hot Yacht Trot Lot in stanza one and Cold Gold Told Hold in stanza two. Dean Cox lost his suitcase at Camp Wapsie.Y. his father reported it later and received an unsigned postcard reply.
Four year olds at Thursday night group discussion on the Revolution hash out what caused the war. The chatter reveals basic questions about taxes and who was taxed as the children try to grasp the idea of taxation and rebellion.
A fragmentary lyric describing a woman’s departure with a Black God. Lilies fall at the speaker’s feet as she leaves with him. The emptiness of beauty replaces her beside the speaker. The night sky reappears, revealing a starry, empty midnight.
In a special interview Hilly Cox the turtle eating frog owner recalls Jonah who died after being swallowed by the frog He describes a valiant but futile fight for self respect and a recluse death in a rock garden The piece then shifts to Norfolk Virginia where a tailor explains his policy on unpaid bills.
From birth he would rejoice in hearing his own voice and, after learning to creep, made vows he never planned to keep. His path is framed by fate and public life.
Dave Livingston Junior wears his hat constantly after a humorous exchange with his aunt about his headgear. The piece ends with a playful, fragmented sendoff as the week closes.
A Dartmouth professor links vertebrate origins to a little known scorpion lineage, suggesting a bold evolutionary tie. The claim, noted in a Nashville banner, invites further validation from the scientific community.
Dave Elder and Malcolm Ruddock recount a drive from Carlsbad to El Paso and Juarez. They recall the Point of the Mountains landmark, describe the Guadaloupe range, and note El Paso as gateway to Mexico then wander Juarez’s markets and sights before returning to their auto camp.
The greatly anticipated appearance of Jean Harlow in Red Headed Woman comes to the State on Monday and Tuesday with a strong cast that includes Chester Morris Lewis Stone Leila Hyams Una Merkel Henry Stephenson May Robson Charles Boyer and Harvey Clark. The piece is praised for its bold adaptation by Edmund Lowe who is highlighted among the cast as a standout. Also featured later in the week is What Price Hollywood starring Constance Bennett Low ell Sherman and Edmund Lowe with Constance Bennett introducing Parlez Moi d Amour in a daring new gown signaling Hollywood’s rising fashion influence. Beyond The Rockies with Rochelle Hudson and Tom Keene opens at the Fox, depicting the old West cattle world and a fierce ranching heroine.
Federal agents and Michigan state police were to arrive in Chicago to aid authorities in the search for agitators suspected of starting a wave of bank robberies in the Midwest. They believe the agitators may have a Chicago base with George Rowland possibly in the city. Capt. Ira Marmon will provide documents and letters found in Rowland's poems to help investigations.
In Berlin on July 30 press reports say persistent rumors claim Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party plan a coup to seize Germany if they fail in Sunday's elections. President Von Hindenburg issued a decree banning political meetings from July 31 to August 10 to forestall group concentration.
A local column honors the Washington fire department noting its 1883 organization with a hand pump wagon and horseless setup, recounting early bonuses for first responders and recalling longtime chiefs Claude Reister and Jal Reister. It notes 41 fires in peak years and lists the 33 active members and roster details.
The Rebekah Dee staff plans Monday practice with all members urged to attend by club order. Sunshine Community Club postpones meeting and will reschedule with Mrs Weebie Weerman. watch for details. Pleasant Hill Ladies Aid suspends August meetings. Country club ladies golf calls Mrs Robert Templeman before Tuesday noon to arrange play.
Widespread taxpayer protests in Iowa counties challenge the Bergman secondary road tax of 17 mills for road construction and maintenance. Many county boards plan to ignore the levy this fall, despite no formal penalty for violation. Taxpayers can compel a levy through court action, but costs deter suits.
The Friendly Social club meets with Mrs W L Glassburn Tuesday afternoon. Pythiar Sisters of Washington Temple hold regular meeting Tuesday evening at K of G hall. Grand temple convening in Des Moines August 32 and 4. members to meet with Mrs Jennie Glassburn Tuesday afternoon. Royal Neighbors meet Tuesday evening at 8 at Woodman hall.
The Snowball Social Club meets Wednesday afternoon August 3 with Mrs Henry Perdo. Harmony Community Club and families share an ice cream social at Mr and Mrs David Kleese home on Thursday evening August 4. Ladies bring sauce dishes and BPOOnSs. A lawn social is planned Wednesday evening at St James School by the C D of A. Everyone invited.
The Leuck Drug store was robbed for the second time in eight months. A Black suspect held up three people last night and escaped with about $200.
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