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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1932
Page
4
A poem portrays a flock of weary birds turning westward toward fading days. The verses describe silent, unjoyful flight through twilight and stormy haze toward oblivion. They symbolize loves denied and friendships lost, bearing the burdens of unwanted treasures.
The Clinton physician Dr Tilton and two associates were found guilty of conspiring to violate medical practices laws after advertising a cancer cure and collecting large fees. Prosecution witnesses cited deaths, while defense claimed cures. The piece argues no cancer cure exists and condemns profiteering healers amid medical ethics.
A June 2, 1932 front page records show a kidnapper jailed for life, six bandits hanged for murder during holdups, a death sentence for a robbery killer, and eight men jailed 6 to 25 years for abducting a wealthy citizen. The piece asserts ongoing law enforcement in America.
A local column from McMinnville Oregon honors Paul Stryker son of the late Rev W R Stryker. The piece notes Paul died recently and references his brother Dr William Stryk er.
A farewell tribute recalls Paal of Burlington and Marengo from childhood to wartime service. The writer recollects family moments in Iowa Illinois and Montana, streetcar work in Winnipeg, Hawaii sugar plantations, a Butte mine near disasters, Glacier Park venison and trout, and his WWI service including Verdun and Alsace.
A compact guide highlights common phrasing and pronunciation tips. It cautions against saying line of in processes like engaged in a different line of business and notes how to stress the first syllable in inference.
In a chaotic scene Mr By The Way insists on selecting the Jingle winner and the Pinch Hitter concedes this demand due to salary dependencies. A morale shift follows as the prize may be funded by Mr By The Way, leaving readers with a tense power claim over the contest outcome.
A nostalgic collection of affectionate tributes to fathers and light verse. The page blends Father’s Day praise with playful quips about wren nests, weather, and local humor columns, plus reader Q&A style jokes and notices from “The Pathfinder.” It reflects a small town newspaper tone with familiar names and casual humor.
Des Moines June 18 Readers are invited to explore Iowa's 39 state parks viewed as outdoor museums. Ledges State Park in Boone County features Reindeer lichen, Gitchie Manito Park shows Sioux quartzite, Driftless Area hosts ancient pines, Dolliver Memorial Park offers Copperas cliff, Bixby State Park has an ice cave, Makoketa Caves Park reveals caves and a natural bridge with underground streams and colored flora.
At the American Federation of Musicians annual convention in Los Angeles on June 18, Joseph N. Weber of New York was elected president. The union approved a proposal to levy charges on radio stations that use chain programs and voted to hold the next meeting in Chicago in 1933.
Mrs Theresa Ruben seeks a $1,000,000 damages verdict against a Los Angeles film magazine in a case filed for an article related to the death of her daughter Alma Rubens the actress. Attorneys said on Monday they hoped a jury would be chosen to hear the case.
The Marshialltown branch of the national league of district postmasters elected officers and selected next convention city as the main business. About 200 postmasters attended. The opening day featured a banquet with Congressman T J B Robinson of Hampton as speaker.
Rachel T Edmonson daughter of Mathew and Mary Edmonson born February 22 1866 near Ainsworth Iowa died June 15 1932 at the home of her daughter Mrs Gladys Walker near Paton aged 66 years 3 months 23 days She married J M Smith August 20 1888 and moved to Greene county near Paton They had two daughters Gladys Walker and one infant who died Surviving are her husband daughter one brother Joe Edmonson of St Louis Missouri one grandson Delbert Walker and many relatives Funeral services were held at Slininger's funeral home Jefferson Iowa June 16 1932 and at the United Presbyterian church in Ainsworth Burial was in Oregon township cemetery.
A collection of lighthearted anecdotes from local residents recounting clumsy and humorous missteps. Dee’s olive mishap at dinner, a Washington golfer in Chicago, and a string of blush worthy incidents at school and home showcase small town wit and self deprecating humor.
The message lists Sunday school at 10 a.m. with Earl Smith as superintendent. Preaching at 11 a.m. on The Living Hope and again at 8 p.m. on The Set Feasts. The pastor L. H. Anderson extends a cordial invitation to attend services.
The New Haven Baptist Church announces Sunday services at 9:45 for Sunday school 11:00 morning sermon by Pastor M Lefever 2:00 afternoon service. A basket dinner at noon and speakers Rev and Mrs Dewey of Wellman bring a missions subject with music by Washington church. Everyone invited.
Huey P. Long of Louisiana has been asked by the former labor party to run for president. Roy M. Harrop, party executive committee chairman, said Frank Webb of California, the national convention nominee, has been denied credentials and would not accept the platform, as Webb is a federal employee.
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