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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1940
Page
4
A Bible Thought reflection from June 5 1940 urges believers to abide in Christ. It discusses labor unions facing self interest versus solidarity, warns of restrictive laws, and calls organized labor to self restraint and constructive cooperation with government and public opinion.
The Northwood Anchor quotes a definition of a better home as a place my father is proud to support my mother loves to keep and friends like to visit. It is a place to grow old in. This definition is presented as unsurpassed.
The Webster City Freeman Journal notes Dewey earned public regard for sending both smooth and tough criminals to jail, praising his courage, ability, and determination to clean out crime in high and low places.
The Algona Advance notes Dewey surfaces as a strong vote getter amid anti third term currents. Democrats fear his appeal while Roosevelt builds momentum. The piece questions whether Dewey could become the GOP savior by defeating Roosevelt.
The Sioux City Journal notes Franklin D. Roosevelt faces an uncomfortable position over the European war. He avoids clear statements to avoid aiding Republicans and weakening his own political support, risking missteps in foreign policy and public confidence.
Two polls show Hull ahead of Roosevelt as the Democrats’ strongest presidential hopeful. If trends hold, Hull would have a larger following than Roosevelt for a third term. Voters broadly back the administration but oppose a third term.
The Webster City Freeman Journal argues Roosevelt’s broad primary support signals renomination strength but notes that victory in the general election is not guaranteed. It warns that anti-Roosevelt voters may abstain or oppose him, potentially defeating him unless a strong challenger gains momentum.
The Atlantic News Telegraph denounces Hitler's forces for reckless disregard of soldiers and material as they invade a foreign land, questioning whether the German leadership is gambling on a massive initial strike or unaware of the heavy punishment they face.
Roundheads, Cromwell’s soldiers, earned their name from short hair while royalists wore long hair. Early Thessalian legends describe fierce wars with trunks of trees, rocks, or even hills as weapons.
George Washington, noted as one of the era's wealthiest figures, owned 70 000 acres in Virginia and 40 000 acres beyond. His estate’s value would today exceed five million dollars.
R. L. Badger is nominated to stay home for lawn care while Bob Noonan faces a light opposition for Clerk of Court in the June Primary. Don Stutsman is noted on a ballot. Emmett Hayes aided Journal staff with milk gifts during election night. Mrs. Orville Elder supplied sandwiches and coffee. The piece also lists wedding anniversary gifts and a string of humorous vignettes and a Scots golf quip.
The article notes a long standing French influence on Turkey tracing back to the 1535 alliance between Suleiman the Magnificent and Francis I of France. It highlights how this historic treaty shaped European ties with the Ottoman Empire and influenced regional diplomacy over the centuries.
Washington draws visitors by motor and steamer to landmarks such as the White House Capitol Library of Congress Smithsonian National Zoo and the Washington Monument while Federal agencies and major museums attract millions. The city’s art galleries and historic sites feature among its top tourist draws and will strengthen Washington as a national art center.
Brookline Massachusetts once claimed to be too poor to send a state representative in 1714. WPA survey records show the town asked to be excused due to building a meeting house and related charges for a poor small town.
ROCKVILLE Conn Five youngsters angered by a stern teacher tried to "get even" by letting air out of the tires of her car. They were caught and turned over to their parents who reported disposition of the cases.
Hyde county North Carolina farmland is described using hills of corn as a unit. One acre equals about 2 759 hills of corn, reflecting a local measurement practice.
Memorial day observances at Clay church featured a talk by Leigh Soule of the Washington YMCA and a Barber Waterhouse duet. Brighton Legion members held cemetery services before the church service. Attendances from Fairfield Batavia Grinnell Packwood Monmouth and Sawtelle California joined local residents. County Boys State delegates leave for Camp Dodge. Local gatherings included Soeten hosting friends from Fairfield Batavia and the Robinsons visiting from Sawtelle. County road crews near completion of grading and progress on North street. Dot Meacham plans a visit to Pierson Iowa to see sister Margaret Peterson.
Dinner guests Memorial Day at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Morgan included Leigh Soule of Washington and Rev. R. O. Barber with Max Barber and Mrs G. A. Howard Glenda Howard and Rhoda Gross all of Monmouth Illinois.
Prairie Flower reports on Jun e 4 gatherings and visitors including Jean Campbell, William and Eliis Finke at the Junior college picnic at Lake McBride. It lists relatives and community members visiting Washington for Decoration Day and other local social activities. It also includes excerpts from editorials about war and politics from neighboring papers with opinion contrasts.
The town now known as Fayetteville in North Carolina began as Cross Creek Town and was renamed to honor General LaFayette.
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