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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1934
Page
4
A devotional note urges that life starts anew each morning regardless of age or past. It contrasts popular lines like Life Begins at Forty with the idea that each dawn opens a fresh world of goals and trials, emphasizing renewal over stagnation.
The piece debates whether Russia or Japan will trigger war in Manchuria. It questions if Moscow pursues conflict or seeks settlement, and if Japan seeks sudden action while fearing Russian readiness amid rival aims in the region.
The writer argues the US protectorate over Cuba risks long term domination, noting Cuban patriots will resist domination and seek independence. The piece claims US actions have produced benefits for Cuba and other territories, while warning about unpredictable future quarrels.
The essay argues independence for Cuba and the Philippine islands may alter trade and obligations. It contends Cuba, near the United States, remains our natural neighbor and that independence could shift benefits and risks. It suggests these nations might have benefited from statehood or closer ties.
B C Forbes warns new laws could disrupt commerce and employment. Prediction that NRA will falter, while buying activity rises. Japan appears overconfident and Mellon prosecution cited. Crops threatened by nature, and building stimulus sought. Warren’s gold theory seen as flimsy. Johnson’s anti foreign lending bill harms credibility. Tugwell’s influence grows in Washington. Moderation favored over leftism.
Hazel Meek criticizes animal cruelty in factory farming describing the journey from farm to market. The author condemns confinement, handling, and slaughter of fowl and other livestock as a deadly consequence of civilization and human appetite.
A collection of nostalgic jottings from 1930s readings notes hot weather, June rain history in Carlsbad New Mexico, and humorous slice of life vignettes. Anecdotes include a city editor warning on fact checking, bazaar scenes with Mrs Brown, a county fair brass band moment, and quips about marriage and community life.
Mary Cherry Newbold announces candidacy for Clerk of the District Court subject to Republican primary voters in June. The notice continues with an additional county sheriff race subject to Democratic voters in Washington County.
R. R. Noonan declares candidacy for Clerk of the District Court of Ashington County on the Republican ticket at the June primary election. March 24 filing note.
A. Claire Dewey asks voters to support her campaign for State Senator on the Republican ticket in the Washington Henry County district. The message endorses Mary Cherry Newbold for County Clerk, praising her office management and noting she is the eldest daughter of the late Gil Cherry.
Mrs. Ruth Norria reports from Ainsworth as relatives visit from Oskaloosa Morning Sun and Chicago while others travel to see Mary Chambers. Local health and incidents include a car collision near Freeland corner and a recovery of a stolen vehicle. The column also recaps social visits, health remarks, and a school gag about a bad recitation with light jokes.
A terse, archaic prayer asks for courage to endure life’s pain rather than peace. The fragment also contains a heated exchange about a relative accused of cattle theft and a declaration to sever ties, ending with a request to adjourn.
The subject led a sterile life with hygienic habits and a sanitary household. He maintained fumigated surroundings, wore aseptic gear, and followed strict routines for meals, water, and sleep. He swatted mosquitoes, disinfected his office, and timed every breath to stay free of microbes.
Local residents and guests mark Decoration day with visiting relatives in Iowa and nearby states. Families from Davenport, Fairfield, Newton, Cedar Rapids, Washington, Keota, Iowa City, Riverside, and Dublin joined gatherings, church events, or private visits, with several returning home after celebrations.
NIRA reports residents discuss alfalfa as a rain conjecture while Bill Eckerman and Jim Morrison reexamine the hog corn trade. Jake Litwiller sold a group of hogs Monday as the Hanleys hosted visitors from Hamble Missouri. Politicians make final moves this week.
The Merrie Gowey family and others enjoyed a picnic by the river Thursday evening. The Busy Bee club, 14 members plus one visitor, met at Mildred Parsons home with a two verse original poem as roll call. Next meeting set with Mrs. Faithmore on June 12. News of relatives visiting and family gatherings concludes the notes.
The narrator and Lt Ball ride the old Las Cruces Trail in Panama, recounting the 17th century route used by Spanish treasure fleets. They describe dense jungle, dangerous footing, and the historic road built centuries earlier, now largely vanished under jungle and canal era changes.
The column records recent social visits and gatherings including the Loyal 12 club at the Jere Elmore ham on May 28 with a covered dish supper. It notes Ralph Eck of Woolson selling his dry goods stock to Des Moines buyers Price and Krafchebil and continuing in poultry and trucking. It also mentions several Sunday visits and hospitality among local families and a weekend stay of Charles Clawson in Ackley with the Hoslers.
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