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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1942
Page
4
A biblical verse from Psalm 39 9 10 speaks of silent endurance under God’s blow and seeks relief from the intense burden of suffering. The speaker admits weakness and relies on divine justice while remaining restrained.
The piece notes Harry Bridges, a non citizen linked to communism and labor agitation, facing deportation after years of attempts to remove him. It recalls government warnings about saboteur information, Bridges alleged false testimonies under oath, and predicts possible outcomes amid sponsor influence in Washington. It also mentions a 1942 Flower Show in a calm local context, highlighting the city’s cultural life.
The piece argues against government cost plus contracts as wasteful and inflationary. It questions why bids aren’t used, critiques wartime excess, and notes gasoline rationing debates. It also mentions a new cartoon feature and ends with a farmer asking advice about a troublesome horse.
Highland Center notes list election board members for Highland Two and recount visits from Rapids Missouri and several local households. Social visits include Rev and Mrs John Green at Ralph Nichol home, family reunion at Columbus Junction park, and trips by Murphy Soukup Coon families to various towns.
In a domestic exchange Lucy confides distrust in her boyfriend while Rose asks what has changed. The chat touches on family quirks and concerns over grandparenting. Junior jokes about grooming the infant as Lucy frets over personal用品 in her relationship.
An insurance agent asks about the grandparents' cause of death. Ezra Hoskins replies he does not recall exactly but believes it was not serious.
Lieut asks why not salute to a patrolling private who replies he avoided attention and risk because he was outside without a pass. The exchange highlights military discipline and pass procedures.
A mosaic of humor quotes involves a boss and secretary exchange about pay. Interspersed are railway and bus schedules for Leaven, Washington transit, plus notes from local lodges and a couple of proverbs about ambition and honesty.
Rainier and I attend a European recital where Madame Navoida and pianist Casimir reveal rumors and personal quirks. The show includes intimate gossip about gambling bloodlines and a tense exchange about English weather and romance.
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