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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1932
Page
4
Los Angeles faces a funding crunch for Olympic preparations with the event looming. A transfer of the games to San Francisco is floated as a possible fix, while locals warn such talk would enrage Angelenos. Officials say the Games will proceed as scheduled.
A Midwest survey criticizes beer promotion as a distraction from economic concerns. It argues big donors push legalization to shift taxes onto the common man and questions whether beer or milk serves public interest better.
A brief teaser notes the Journal claims inside information and invites reader attention. It hints at a forthcoming revelation or scoop intended to evoke enthusiasm and curiosity among the audience.
Private advices from New York City indicate people are taking valuables out of pawn while the mood lifts in the city. The bulletin notes pawn brokers report more withdrawals than entries, a sign readers are urged to share as summer passes and optimism grows.
The piece notes Franklin Roosevelt leading in delegates toward the Democratic nomination with about 770 votes needed and an expected first ballot decision. It mentions Farley predicting near enough votes to clinch on the first ballot while Smith, Raskob, and Shouse lose influence.
Daily English lesson highlights the word lucid meaning easily understood and clear with example "He explained everything in a lucid style" while noting common misspellings and pronunciation clues for other terms and a reminder not to rely on redundancies in health questions.
A playful inquiry asks why vitamins were added to spinach and cod liver oil rather than cake and candy. The note describes a hot office window issue and a child’s curiosity about nutrient placement.
A local contest ends with the Sphinx awarded a prize for a jingle. Judges met quietly to choose the winner as readers are invited to claim the box of chocolates or gum drops by visiting the Journal office. The verse praised perseverance and reform efforts amid a lighthearted town scene.
A reflective piece on transforming routine duties by peeling away harsh impressions to reveal hidden beauty and a gentler sense of responsibility. It suggests that steady effort can convert dull chores into meaningful work.
An item from Raleigh News ads asks for a Tuck Cedar in size 37 to 38. The piece sits among miscellaneous notices and reader musings about pie flavors and moral questions.
The writer recalls a humorous Father’s Day with family rituals and gifts, including frankincense and myrrh, a belt, and radio entertainment. The scene shifts to chores and quiet treatment, ending with praise for the holiday’s inventor and a tongue twister challenges the piano.
Des Moines Iowa June 23 Bank robberies in Iowa were down for the year ending June 1 1932 with losses totaling 66399 61 including 26379 14 stolen from Home Savings Davenport on February 29 Secretary Frank Warner of the Iowa Bankers association told the convention He cited 38 apprehensions 3 killed 1 self destructive death 26 convicted two awaiting trial and two turned over to other states He attributed the drop to less cash on hand and better vigilante and police methods noting county vigilante units spent 87694 95 on guns ammo and equipment over 11 years.
Coroner's jury finds Nevada driver KE Melohn was on the wrong side of the road when his truck struck a car killing Martin Meehan of Boone. Authorities consider a manslaughter charge and plan to suspend Melohn's license.
A fragment notes a sign reading Think: have you left any thing? prompting reflection on what one may have forgotten, capturing a moment of social conscience in a public space. The line hints at overlooked belongings or duties.
The article highlights managers Ralph and Clyde Pratt of Washington theaters known for catering to patrons. Stars like Joe E Brown Robert Montgomery Clark Gable and Wallace Berry draw crowds. women favor Marie Dressler Greta Garbo Norma Shearer and Joan Crawford. Saturdays draw rural patrons, Mondays strong for theatergoers, news reels from New York City, and the Pratts claim to show at least ninety percent of top pictures while avoiding shows that mock religion or nationality.
Richard F. Mitchell chairman of the Democratic state central committee departed for Chicago to attend the national convention.
Boone reports funeral services arranged for Mrs William Wheelock who died after suffering a heart attack in a swimming pool late yesterday.
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