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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1938
Page
4
A brief religious reflection cites Hebrews 11 6 and 1 Corinthians 3 11 on faith and Christ as the foundation. It notes that the virtues sustaining the world are held by ordinary people while warning against mediocrity in those with two talents.
The Evening Journal reports a joyous celebration at the Country Club marking the annual Three Quarter Century party. The club highlights its steadfast members who have long lived beyond the biblical seventy years and remain active and influential in Washington county. Members share pioneer era reminiscences and pride in the club’s distinct community role.
Harry Hopkins, administrator of the WPA, claimed that about 90 percent of WPA workers would vote for the current administration for their jobs. The remark was seen as suggesting many workers are swayed by self interest to support the present government.
The dialogue on Hopkins and his voter estimate drew sharp criticism for labeling 16,681,913 Americans as potential insane asyl inmates. Critics question his fitness to handle national finances and warn policies risk debt and Europeanizing trends. The column then shifts to a string of humorous clippings and light notes from various readers.
Howard Hughes and Fay Wray met briefly on a Stamford station platform where they kissed before departing. Newsmen pressed for confirmation of a marriage engagement but were met with refusals and no statement.
A whirlwind of local items covered in brief: farm fires near town, school bond votes set for August 24, new bus routes to Iowa City, public toilet project progress, burglaries with minimal take, and community notices. Highlights include state funding for junior colleges, a notable concert by Florizel von Reuter, and several births, marriages, and local appointments. Other items note road work on highway 8, barn construction, sports and club activities, and civic meetings around Washington County.
A biblical verse from Daniel recalls four men in the fire with the fourth resembling the Son of God. A Jefferson quote warns that prevention against corruption and tyranny is the key before power overwhelms liberty.
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