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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1944
Page
4
The passage describes a small gate that forces riders to dismount and move slowly. It contrasts gluttony and ostentatious spending with prudent saving, arguing extravagance is disgraceful when many needs remain unmet.
A local account recalls J H Young's 83 000 gift for a Y M C A building, completed with Dr E R Jenkins adding 15 000 and a 30 000 endowment. Two decades later the institution is thriving, well financed, and praised by national press for the town’s public spirited effort and community impact.
A collage of brief scenes and mishearings includes a man joking about sulfuric acid, a telephone exchange with a stranger posing as Jake, a farmer disguising his return home with new clothes, and letters between Uncle Egbert and perplexed correspondents.
A character searches under a seat for a new outfit, finds them safe, then climbs into a buggy and declares a plan to surprise someone named Mauce, signaling a lighthearted, developing scene.
A historical note claims Mussolini has surpassed earlier Roman rulers by remaining a living figure and achieving lasting influence. The remark frames his leadership as comparable to or exceeding past rulers while he is alive.
Banns announced at St. Mary's church for Dorothy Thomann and Joan H. Shebek both of Riverside. The wedding is set for Monday morning June 19 at St Mary's church. Bride is daughter of Mrs. Katherine Thomann and a St. Mary's High School graduate working in a beauty shop in Iowa City. Groom is son of Mrs. Elizabeth Shebek, also a St. Mary's High School graduate and Riverside postmaster.
When kidney function is impaired toxins remain in the blood causing backache pains swelling headaches and sleep loss. Doan’s Pills are promoted as relief after decades of use and claim to flush wastes from the kidneys.
The Board of Directors of Iowa Southern Utilipees Company of Delaware declares a payment on account of dividend arrears for former cumulative preferred stock outstanding August 3, 1938. Rates are 2.10 per share for 7% Series, 1.95 per share for 6 1/2% Series, and 1.80 per share for 6% Series. Payable July 1, 1944 to holders of record June 15, 1944. Edward L. Shutts president. June 5, 1944.
In Middle America the national anthem and flag are treated with high reverence. The flag is displayed only on national holidays to honor a strong national tradition and civic respect.
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