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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1931
Page
4
A reflection on prayer and persistence. After knocking and asking with no result, the speaker rests and in stillness experiences a divine vision, recognizing God answering prayers in the moment of quiet. Lowell Fillmore expresses faith in divine timing.
A lengthy unsigned letter from "Some Young Folks" urges Washington officials and local groups to expand sport facilities especially tennis courts for about 250 working youths. The Journal endorses delegation to the City Council Y M C A and Y W C A boards and invites signed public input to spur action and accountability.
The Journal reviews an $85 million Autohaven project as a failed dream. The promoter, described as a faker, hoped to fund hotels for auto travelers by selling stock. The piece notes overbuilding in Chicago and New York hurting investments and urges a shift to farm securities.
A childhood tale recounts Francis hiding after mistaking a visitor for a tramp at the back door. The narrator recalls innocence and embarrassment as his mother answered and revealed a lady friend. The anecdote ends with the child’s blush and a light moral.
The city expresses commitment to youth programs and leisure activities to benefit boys, girls, and young adults. The Journal pledges cooperation to make Washington a happier, wholesome place, urging organized effort and broad public sympathy for youth initiatives.
The column extols hot weather aiding crops and tanning while presenting a mixed bag of light sketches. It includes humorous verse about a child and domestic scenes, plus notes on local events, jokes, and reader contributions from a small town paper. The tone mimics playful community chatter with brief news items and light humor.
Moses M. Shaw of Chicago spoke at the opening worship of the Bible school at the United Presbyterian church. William Masson won first place in the Young People's Union oratorical contest with The Rain Caught in the Brambles. Socials and Communion plans through July were announced, including talks by Rev. Mills Taylor of Philadelphia and Miss Kate Hill of India. Vacation plans for Rev. Fulton and family were noted along with upcoming services and social events.
Iowa bank association annual meeting in session with about 1,000 expected attendees through Wednesday. Edward McCail and Ronald Pruitt found safe in Farming ton after weeklong search by parents following broadcast descriptions. In Waterloo a checker cup incident ended with Carl C Franck’s burn from an explosion. Apple defeats Samuelson for the trophy. Enos Wicher wins chess division. Des Moines hosts the 1921 Iowa air tour finale with 29 of 25 planes landing at the airport and a closing banquet.
The annual Iowa vocational agricultural teachers conference opened in Ames today. Speakers include Agnes Samuelson state superintendent and G F Ekstrom state supervisor of agricultural education who is in charge. the event runs through Friday.
Waterloo June 22 Early delegates from county bankers associations gathered today drawing attention to upcoming sessions and discussions on regional finance policy and cooperative banking efforts across the area.
Davenport report states Oscar Apple of Rock Island filed a claim to permanent possession on June 22, asserting rights to the property in question. No additional context available in the snippet.
Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at L A Jones funeral home for Sikke Brewer led by Rev. D C Fulton. Pallbearers included Al Roe Jake Mayer Chris Swartz Cy Bush Will Jackson and John Cunningham. Burial followed in Elm Grove cemetery. The Miller family thanks friends and neighbors for support and floral gifts. CRESTON June 22 (P) Cressmore golf clubhouse destroyed by fire Saturday night causing about 40000 in damages.
Thomas Gordon a 68 year old farmer in Humboldt died by hanging on Saturday in a self inflicted death.
A sudden 35 mile an hour wind struck Omaha causing blackouts and tree damage in the north city. A carnival company sustained about $8,000 in losses to tents ferris wheel and gear. No direct injuries occurred, strong gusts toppled trees and moisture followed by rain.
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