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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1933

Page

4

Our Own Salvation Thought for June 1983

Bible Thought Thursday June 1 1983 presents Philippians 2 12 urging readers to work out their own salvation with fear and trembling. The devotional emphasizes personal responsibility and steadfast faith.

Investigations to Probe Tax Evasions and Favored Lists

The piece argues that post Morgan investigations in the U S Senate should continue to probe tax evasion and fraud. It warns that serious findings could punish the guilty, while noting that shallow probes into favored business ties may yield little beyond warnings. It critiques the income tax law and its impact on farmers during the land boom.

Morgan U. S. Senate Uncle Sam Congress Senate Scarambachisi

Cherry Sisters to Perform in Washington This Week

Effie and Addie Cherry present their world famous act in Washington after booking by Ralph Pratt for the latter part of the week. The sisters are known for their historic stage revue and are expected to draw crowds.

Washington

Cherry Sisters Tour Through Iowa and Beyond

The Cherry Sisters, famed vaudeville acts from a small town, toured the United States decades ago, once facing vegetables thrown from the audience. Now they perform in larger towns across Iowa and neighboring states, after a stint running a Cedar Rapids store and a mayoral bid.

Cherry Sisters Cedar Rapids United States Mr. Pratt Iowa

War debt cuts shrink payments as dollar weakens abroad

Britain France and other European nations have reduced war debt payments again due to the dollar's drop in foreign markets. With the dollar near 85 cents in gold, debtors can buy dollars overseas for discounts, shaving about fifty percent. Despite larger cuts nearby, debtors delay action hoping for full relief later.

Britain France

Farmer weighs politics and profit in wartime toils

A rural voice debates party loyalties and farm relief amid high hog prices and long work hours. He recalls Illinois rain and flat countryside, jokes about ducks and muskrats surplus, and notes upcoming taxes, repairs, and a plan for his Model T as he cites wartime patriotism shifting to weeded land and continued farming duties. Joe Palooka meets Senor Birpo.

Illinois Ezra Monmouth

Announcement of New Contest Sparks Local Debate

A lively call invites ideas for a new contest with a Monday or Tuesday reveal. The piece mocks public familiarity with Goosberries and references Dan McGrew, Gooseberries, currency woes, and rising political tensions, urging readers to submit prize ideas.

I Like Men and Other Fragments of Modern Life

A collection of humorous and romantic quips, verse impressions, and brief vignettes. Entries include jokes about debt and mosquitoes, a doggerel note to a doctor, love verses, a four year old’s fishing license suggestion, and a contest submission request as a lighthearted slice of daily life.

Ward Store Showcases One-Burner Pressure Cooking Class

Montgomery Ward's local store hosts H. D. Devitt teaching pressure cooking as a faster method for meals. A large group of housewives watches an entire 15 minute meal on one burner and receives menus and recipes for the week.

Montgomery Ward Ward's H. D. Devitt United States Ward

Brinnings Returns Home After Chicago Visit

Ralph Brinnings came back from a several day stay in Chicago late last night.

Ralph Brinnings Chicago

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