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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1937
Page
4
Mountain Top Men and the Emperor’s Mindset
The passage cites Marcus Aurelius urging unity and portrays great leaders as mentally strong figures who rise above doubt and despair. It contrasts lofty ambition with practical grounding, urging risk taking while remaining anchored in fact and reason.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marcus Aurelius
Iowa to Battle Hopper Eggs in Most Counties
The Iowa State Department of Agriculture warns that many hopper eggs remain in about eighty of ninety-nine counties. Farmers will be aided by coordinated action and drought conditions. The department urges poisoning young hoppers before damage occurs and urges neighbors to bait infested land simultaneously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State Department of Agriculture
Iowa
Dept. of Agriculture
Department
State Department of Agriculture
Wedding Brilas Reign Ends as Edward and Wallie Wed
A long admired couple Edward and Wallie marry ending their high profile era. Edward no longer a king, now a duke, faces social life with royal gifts from Queen Mary and siblings suggesting enduring family ties. Blood remains thicker than water as public interest shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
Wallie
Mary
Eddie
Iowa Campaign Warns on Grasshopper Infestations
Officials urge farmers to monitor sloughs roadsides and fields for hoppers and to bait repeatedly because cool weather and lush vegetation delay hatching. In western Iowa many wheat and corn fields bear grasshopper egg pods and all infested land must be baited. The campaign aims to poison hoppers before they lay eggs to prevent future outbreaks and requires full farmer cooperation with county agents and federal aid tied to eradication efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Notice of Application and Hearing to Sell Real Estate
In Washington County Iowa the estate of Anthony Stransky deceased seeks authority to sell Lot 10 Block 26 Riverside and Lots 4 5 6 Block 14 Riverside. A hearing is set for 9:00 A M June 28 1937 at the Washington Court House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of
Iowa
Washington County
Anthony Stransky
MR. Stransky
Frank W. Stransky
Riverside
Court House
Washington
Central Park hot dog stalls trigger crowding jest
A light humorous note critiques hot dog offerings at Central Park counters. The piece jokes about Americans and the hot dog’s appeal, suggesting plain ham as a preferable option while lampooning business people behind the counters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Wiener day worth the effort for sociability in Iowa
Farmers were denied entry to the feed event but Iowa corn remains the central concern, highlighting the social value of the gathering despite access limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Principal scolds crowd over misquoted lyric in school bulletin
A superintendent criticizes a By-the-way blub for misquoting a lyric. He notes the error to students and staff, highlighting how the incorrect line drew attention in the recent school notice. The incident centers on the phrase Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lad rather than the correct wording.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ha Ralston
I can’t remember a name but forget a face says quote
A remark highlights the common memory quirk of forgetting faces while recalling names remains elusive. The speaker notes how faces slip memory within minutes, contrasting with occasional recall of names.
Departure for Minnesota Lake Cited by Writer June 20
The notice speaks of a writer leaving for a Minnesota lake famed for its dense fish population. Brookhart notes locals take turns sitting by the shore. A quip about a verse and a tense moment with a limousine door adds anecdotal color from the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
Thomp. Brookhart
Centennial School directions and stray memory fragment
A veteran reader recalls locating Centennial School with a convoluted route past toward Sigourney and an old Underground Railway station in a past edition. The note includes street signs and a curious field report from Pure Oil News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centennial School
W. Monroe Drive
Sigourney
W. Washington St
S de
Checkerupper
Ave. D
S. Ave. D
Monroe St
Italy balks at peace plan in Spanish sit uation
Rome reports Italy rejects the urgent British and French non intervention proposal. A modified naval patrol scheme to guard foreign ships is deemed insufficient. Italy aligns more with Germany after War Minister Von Blomberg dined with Premier Mussolini.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rome
Italy
Germany
von Blomberg
Mussolini
Mary Simons Dies in California at 90
Friends report the death of Mrs. Mary B. Simons formerly of Washington who died in Berkeley, California, on May 26 at age 90. She was sister to the late Mrs Edgington, mother of Dr James Edgington and Miss Susie Edgington. Funeral services were held in Berkeley and the body burial in Williamstown Vermont, birthplace of Mrs. Simons on September 1, 1846.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary B. Simons
Washington
California
Berkley
Calif
Simons
Edgington
James Edgington
Susie Edgington
Williamstown
Vermont
Funeral services for W. H. Anderson at Ainsworth
Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Ainsworth yesterday afternoon for W. H. Anderson conducted by Rev. F. J. Shook. Music was provided by a quartet including Mrs. E W Spessard, Mrs. Sam Stephens, Orville Thome and Dr. Frank Mahin. Pallbearers were Alva Sands, J. D. Rabenold, K. A. Mathers, Sam Marsh, Sam Wheeler and John Buenneke. Burial followed in the Ainsworth cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Anderson
Ainsworth
F. J. Shook
E. W. Spessard
Sam Stephens
Orville Thome
Frank Mahin
Alva Sands
J. D. Rabenold
K. A. Mathers
Sam Marsh
Sam Wheeler
John Buenneke
Ainsworth Cemetery
Card of Thanks for Memorial Day Flowers
I express gratitude for the beautiful flowers sent by the American Legion on Memorial Day. Sigafoose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Memorial Day
Sigafoose
Mrs J McConnell to Spend Summer at North Oregon
Mrs J J McConnell and her son Joe will leave New York to spend the summer at North Oregon. She will stop in Chicago to visit her daughter Miss Mary then head to Washington to meet relatives. Joe will travel to Dallas to arrange a move. The item lists several local visits and family gatherings around Memorial Day and Decoration Day with friends and neighbors in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Oregon
J. J. McConnell
Joe
Younkers
New York
Joella
Milan Thompson
Washington
Mack Wallace
Grace Hiler
Missouri Valley
Rockwell City
Hiler
Clara Wallace
Pearl Hitter
Betty Ritter
Iowa City
Frank Henderson
Ethel Henderson
Oakdale
Edith
Leota Donaldson
Rowan
Roy Willieon
Marie
Ottumwe
Tom
International Harvester unveils streamlined truck styling
The article details ten International motor trucks featuring streamlined design with long parallel louvres, rounded grilles, and sloping one piece windshields. It highlights harmonized bodies, skirted sides, decorative surfaces, and interior comfort aiming for beauty, durability, and long service life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ihs
International Harvester
Farmer Hurt as Tractor Somersaults Over Him
Belknap farmer Tomon escaped with a compound fracture of the left leg and bruises after his tractor somersaulted over him while crossing a ditch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottumwa
Tomon
Belknap
Farmer
Crown King and Queen at Hamburg Peony Show
Dr A Wanamaker longtime Hamburg physician crowned king and Miss Virginia Garst chosen queen at the Hamburg Peony Show coronation ceremony. The event featured a public vote and formal recognition of the royal pair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamburg
Sidney
Taoy
Ash Wanamaker
Virginia Garst
Clerks Dodge Sickle as Showlifter Whirls It
Davenport clerks ducked as a showlifter swung a grass sickle at them and was subdued until police arrived. In Dubuque William Healey, 14, died from a skull fracture after striking his head on a stone while swimming in a creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
John Ramsey
Dubuque
Used Cars For Sale And Trade Inquiried
Classified item lists various cars for sale or trade including a 4% model A Ford, a 30 Chevrolet sedan, a 32 Plymouth coach, a 34 Chevrolet truck, plus items like 6 Baker and 206 freon with no clear seller details or prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
For Sale Listings Include Vintage Cars and Auto Parts
A 1920 Buck SE and a 1929 Chevrolet two door sedan are offered with new tires and brakes. also a Ford Model T Roadster and a Buick coupe available. Listings show contact Fred May at Nash and Willys dealer 1402 East Washington Street with prices at or near end of day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BUCK
Buick Coune
Fred May
Nash
Willys
East Washington Street
Park for Winter Sports Planned Near Sioux City
Sioux City state conservation commissioner Neenan announced the purchase of 128 acres adjoining Stone Park for a winter sports layout. The plan includes a ski jump and a bobsled course to attract fans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
We Neenan
Stone Park
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