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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1937
Page
4
Bible verse reflection on Hebrews 2 9 contrasts with a poem about extreme weather. The piece by Marion Doyle blends religious meditation with a dramatic climate scene describing freezing and heat waves across regions and the enduring human and animal strain.
Old timers note unusually lush vegetation this year with pastures, grains, and corn thriving. A six foot three inch rye specimen from Mr. George Gilbert astonishes locals as he forecasts a big yield. A. J. Morgan of Clay outlines a dream of an artificial lake to address surface water concerns.
The author urges impounding water to seep into soil and create year round surface water rather than letting it rush to creeks. They call for planting vast numbers of trees to slow water flow and rebuild lakes nationwide restoring fertility and addressing a surface water shortage.
Burlington Route conductor RE. W. Roeseners appeals to motorists to watch highway grade crossings this season. He notes frequent near misses and injuries, urges vigilance and adherence to crossing signals to protect families, train crews, and lives alike.
Akron Beacon Journal notes radio cannot replace print for reliable argument settlement, urging readers to use the newspaper for accurate information and reference.
A reader suggests sponsoring a contest like radio broadcasters with possible prizes from family archives. The plan is awaiting approval from the regular conductor on his return, with ideas ranging from Hawaiian guitar lessons to books on events before the French Revolution.
A quirky column notes a man’s cherry tree defense using old red pajamas to deter birds and jokes about renting a maroon blue patterned suit for the season. It also includes boxing banter about a damaged fighter and quips about social habits and politics with a comic, clipped tone.
A humorous Western vignette recounts a tourist who hears a whistling grove blamed on trees not birds. In a second joke a widow laments Joe Smith sightings at the Pearly Gates, prompting the gatekeeper to name him Pinwheel-smith.
The exchange features two Mountaineer speakers discussing marriage consent. The first asks if wives were married by consent, and the second confirms mutual consent involving the husband and three brothers.
A Washington county council faces a lighthearted budget tone as officials joke about civic delays with references to a knee high by the fourth of July landmark. A prisoner quips choosing money over time while a judge offers a small bribe like ten dollars or ten days.
An illustrated explainer shows how a citizen may reach the Supreme Court from a local case. It traces steps from state court appeals to Washington petitions, briefs, and oral argument, ending with the justices’ decision and protections under the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments.
The piece celebrates a dog's steadfast affection for its owner, noting that true companionship endures through fortune and misfortune. It champions the loyal, sincere look in a dog's eyes and the warm wag of the tail as a model of genuine friendship.
Pierre Gougelman manufactured the first artificial eyes on Van Dam Street New York using glass imported from France.
Roger W. Babson warns that inflation appears likely to continue, outlining economic pressures and policy factors influencing prices. The piece discusses monetary expansion, demand growth, and potential impacts on businesses and households.
The Babson Park address argues inflation as the core danger behind rising prices and welfare costs. It cites Harry Hopkins on WPA funding, urges cutting relief only if private output rises, and warns Social Security funds could fuel deficits if used for day to day expenses.
In Xenia on a June morning George Baird suffered a painful injury when his team of mules bolted a runaway plow. The shovel struck his scalp causing a wound needing eleven stitches and tetanus protection. He crawled free and walked home before medical care.
A California scientist states flames leap from the sun’s surface at 20 000 miles per minute and can tower up to 1 500 000 miles high. The claim highlights extreme solar activity and extraordinary jet-like eruptions observed or theorized by the expert.
Ainsworth residents report on the U P Missionary Society all day church meeting with a noon pot luck. The Crawford and Will Crawford families travel to Tingley to visit Mrs Crawford's sister. Reed Saladay of Pierre South Dakota calls on friends. Ruth Norris and sons Norbert Norval and Tracy return from a ten day visit in Waterloo.
A description explains that Busby refers to the tall cylindrical fur hats worn by certain English soldiers, named after a named individual.
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