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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1939
Page
4
Bible verse from Isaiah 58 10 11 emphasizes generosity to the hungry and afflicted. The text promises light in darkness guidance in drought satisfaction of the soul and a flourishing vitality likened to a watered garden and an unfailing spring of water. It presents a moral exhortation about serving others and divine blessing.
The quote asserts that people reveal hidden wells of thought and energy in emergencies, often doubling or tripling capacity. It argues that self imposed quotas drive surpassing performance, praising leaders who set and exceed their own goals.
A political clash unfolds as Senator Clyde Herring denounces Governor George Wilson for alleged neglect of homeless and dependent children. The letter也 defends the bipartisan concern for child welfare, arguing no party holds superior care for youngsters and criticizing Clyde’s accusations as he shows uneasy statesmanlike behavior.
The fragment notes a resort to demagogic rhetoric, implying a political tactic used to appeal to popular desires rather than rational argument. It underscores a critique of rhetoric aimed at sensationalist persuasion.
The piece argues that broad demand for economy clashes with pressure from pension public works defense and relief blocs for more spending. It warns that over spending creates fictitious prosperity, risks confiscatory taxes, and a drastic check in federal outlays is needed despite public backlash. It likens reckless spending to a village cashier wasting savings.
An anonymous reminiscence tells of John Smith who, after visiting friends 290 miles away, returns 400 miles to apologize for not saying goodbye. The piece blends personal loss with gentle guidance on kindness and small acts like bird water and a cracked shaving mug.
A collection of brainteaser math paradox with a hotel refund puzzle, followed by light exchanges about gossip and punctuation. Humorous lines explore misheard phrases and a domestic scene, including a mother noting hats and a husband helping at the sewing machine.
A narrative fragment notes an inexperienced flyer who rode with a friend who did acrobatics to enliven the trip. The passenger jokes about two rides while the aviator recalls only one. The piece then shifts to brief humor about Mary and a lamb, a school scene with traffic confusion, a comic exchange about a raise, and a quip on love, teeth, money, and footwear.
Brokers in Japan buy and sell telephone numbers by the meanings of the digits. High priced lucky numbers are valued for auspicious meanings while ominous numbers are banned from sale. One number 8742 meaning All die is deemed dangerous and the government forbids possession.
In Washington County Iowa the Equitable Life Insurance Co of Iowa files a petition against Walter Romine executor and many Romine heirs seeking in rem judgment on a note from 1928, eight percent interest, plus eight percent fire insurance costs. The suit seeks foreclosure of a mortgage on 300 acres in section five township 75 north range 9 west with rents and profits, appointment of a receiver, and equitable relief with no personal judgment. Respondents must appear by Sept 5 1939. default will ensue.
A vintage quotation attributed to Uncle Eben warns that certainty alone is not enough to proceed. The line urges careful judgment before taking action, noting it takes a very smart person to be absolutely sure one is right in today’s world.
Uncle Eben urges patience and resilience as he reflects on the steady yearly fruit crop success and the value of not fearing a few failures. The speaker emphasizes steady growth and optimism rooted in reliable harvests and enduring effort.
Babson reports business has started an upward climb after a 1938 bottom. June 1939 shows a 20 percent gain vs last year with steel up to 55 percent capacity, rail freight activity near 1939 highs, and retail trade improving while inventories fall.
Mr and Mrs Clarance Rathmel and son Max attended a Salem picnic Sunday. The community mourns Merna Jean Caddeback's death. Sympathy extended to the family. James Franklin Smith visited Marion and Mrs Frank Smith on his way to Charles City. Merle Statler, operated on last Wednesday, is recovering and hopes to go home. Mr and Mrs Walter Sheets and Caroline spent Sunday evening with Mrs Frank Smith.
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