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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1943

Page

4

And give a reason for the hope that is in us

A brief devotional line from I Peter 3 15 urging believers to explain the reason for their hope with gentleness and respect.

Peter

All In A Lifetime Actions You Regret

A compilation of local observations on weather fears turkey farming and government subsidies with commentary from Sheldon Sun Marshalltown Times Republican and Dumont Journal. The piece blends light humor about poultry and a critical take on price rollbacks and wartime rationing.

Turkey Sheldon Sun Marshalltown

J S Man Gold Gags From Camp Newspaper Capers

Indebted to J S Man Gold for gags in the Camp newspaper where his son is listed in the Aleutian Islands. Francis Man, a Washington associate editor, features in a lighthearted exchange about a giant pumpkin cradle and policemen asleep on a sheet, with wit from Lt Caudill and remarks about soup, coffee, and grumbling.

J. S. Mangold Aleutian Islands Francis Washington Chicago

Helping Others and the Value of Charity

A reflective piece on measuring usefulness by helping others. It cautions against self sacrifice and urges balanced charity, noting that charity is beautiful but should not deprive one of essential needs. The text emphasizes personal well being alongside aiding others.

Helping Others Beyond Charity: A Garbutt Lesson

The quote argues that society has improved and charity is just part of duty. A better approach is encouragement and practical help, as returning honest value matters more than mere charity. A sunny attitude can ease troubles and inspire action.

Frank A. Garbutt

Meeting of Coupon Bearer and Ticket Holder Promises Odd Exchange

A man with 23 blue coupons seeks a lady with 16 red Tickets. A lighthearted caption shows a woman autoist posing before toppled pillars, warning not to photograph the car lest her husband think she ran into trouble. Nearby, a sentinel declares halt or death if moved. A Boston recruit jokes about English and being alive. Two Baptist sons baptize their family's cats, mother cat resisting before being sprinkled.

John George

Overcharged Visits Spark Measles School Outcry

Quotations reveal a parent accusing a doctor of overcharging for six visits to treat Jimmy with measles. The exchange notes the illness spreading through the school and a waiter’s brief misidentification, paired with a stray line about avoiding a run down feeling by crossing streets carefully.

Grocer and bystander aimless banter at small town scene

A string of quick one liners unfolds at a grocery counter as a drunk man misreads bystanders, a naval officer corrects him, and a driver instructor gives a terse safety tip while a customer requests tuna fish. The snippets resemble a humor column or social vignette from a local paper.

Car purchase prompt prompts unexpected question

A reader notes a mistaken belief that a feature came with the car, prompting clarification about what is included with the purchase and what was offered by the dealer.

Wayland Social Roundup Includes Visitors and Updates

Mrs Helen Masr on of Aurora Il and Mrs Minnie Lynn and Ralston of New London visited Sunday. Two teachers were named for next year Lois Humble and Wilma Marsh. Several families shared Sunday dinners with local residents including Wittmers and Leichtys. Orie Leichty arrived in England per a cablegram welcomed by family. A furlough visit and moves to town were noted along with various local gatherings and shop trips.

Wayland Helen Masron Aurora Ill Minnie Lynn Ralston New London F. M. Goulsmith Mollie Goldsmith Ainsworth Ervin Mullett Anna Ruth FL Rich Washington C. K. Sehant Virgil Wittmer Kay Mt. Pleasant David Wittmer Rochelle Burlington Ezra Wittmer Mary Ard Ismane Tl. E. Strassburg Donald Mary Ath Zearing Iowa J. J. Holub Willit Magrédefrau Manchester Thor H. Magdefrau Honesthal Sellatter Lois Cle St. Leonard Wood Millard Sellatter

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