Bible Verse Inspires Civic Resolve This Week
Reading from 1 Thessalonians 5 15 16 17 a note reminds readers to resist evil and pursue good among neighbors and all people as Tuesday May 9 1942 unfolds with community reflections.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1942
Page
4
Attitudes Toward Names and Postwar Plans Across America
A survey of trends shows a shift from nicknames to double names and a nostalgia for formalized given names. The piece also argues citizens should ration nonessential spending and support government bonds while cautioning against postwar policies that could erode American freedoms and living standards. Westbrook Pegler.
Iri Aare Wayhal and Local War Service Folks
A long nostalgic tribute describes the community's men and women in uniform. The narrative praises the Marine Corps sailors Air Corps cadets and Home Defense volunteers for their wartime readiness and sacrifice. It honors civilians who support the effort, from Red Cross volunteers to factory workers transforming into soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Air Corps
Argonne
Belleau Woods
Red Cross
Texas Rangers Command Sparks Riot Calm in Town
In a tale from Walter Prescott Webb, Captain Bill McDonald of the Texas Rangers answered a request to quell a riot in a small town. Citizens demanded a company, but McDonald arrived alone and used firm wit to restore order without force. The anecdote contrasts with the comic dialogue of two Black soldiers joking about buglers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Rangers
Bill McDonald
Citizens’ Committee
Walter Prescott Webb
The
Joe Louis boosts Navy Relief Fund with boxing charity bout
A famed heavyweight champion, Joe Louis, stages a gala exhibition to raise funds for the Navy Relief Fund. The story recalls the boxer's humble beginnings and his return to town as a celebrated figure, dressing as a sailor and performing for charity audiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Louis
Navy Relief Fund
Otoure
Kalona School Elects 3 New Teachers
Kalona school board elected three new instructors to fill vacancies. Music teacher Robert Manley arrives from Olin and will live in the Ora Keiper house. Morrison will teach seventh and eighth grades after teaching at Stockport. Commerce instructor Guam comes from Kenyon Minnesota, joining Mrs. Ware and Mrs. O Loughlin reporting post trip updates. Local Navy relief drive raises 390.10 with 20 from a skating party. Several Kalona residents and relatives are mentioned with travel and family notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hender
Kalona
Wretmer
Witting
Miss Nayer
Robert Manley
Olin
Iowa
Mrs. Manley
Ora Keiper
Mr. Morrison
Stockport
Parsons
Arechie Haberman
Allan James
Mercy Hospital
Ora Keiser
John Wesley
Henry
Illinois
Keiser
Relatives Visit and Memorial Day Trips Mentioned
Visit notes show Mr and Mrs Larry Spivey spending weeks in South English with relatives. Doyle Teets of Chicago visited his parents for Memorial Day. Mrs Marie Herman and child returned from a two week trip to Goshen Indiana and Minesota. Goshen College commencement attended. Richard Snodgrass stayed 10 days at Ced Fry. Paul Fry visiting Dr and Mrs A L Fry. Mrs Franklin Brennanman left for San Fresno California to join her husband stationed nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larry Spivey
Doyle Teets
Chicago
Everett Teets
Marie Herman
Goshen
Indiania
Minois
Goshen College
Richard Snodgrass
Ced Fry
Paul Fry
A. L. Fry
Franklin Brennanman
San Fresno
California
Poland Hunts for Horses After Oxen Surpass Them
A newspaper reports statistics indicating more oxen than horses in Poland. The piece notes oxen slaughter occurs and horses are repeatedly stolen, challenging expectations about which livestock dominate.
Former Dolly Madison hero house near Guilford College rents for 80
A historic property associated with the Dolly Madison era, located near Guilford College in North Carolina, is available for rent at eighty dollars per month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolly Madison
Guilford College
N. C
Alaskan native foods preserved in seal oil for winter
The salmon or cloud berry, preserved in seal oil for winter, are important foods for Alaskan natives.
Growing Pig Eats Up To Seven Pounds Daily
A growing pig consumes as much as seven pounds of food each day, reflecting its increasing appetite as it grows and accumulates energy for development.
War Savings Bonds and Stamps Drive Victory Drive
Public urged to invest in War Savings Bonds and Stamps to fund military efforts. Emphasizes collective effort, noting bonds cost 18.75 dollars and up with 33 percent return in ten years and stamps priced from 10 cents upward. Calls Americans to buy regularly to support soldiers abroad.
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