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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1940
Page
10
A Bible Thought for Wednesday June 26 1940 highlights Levis exclusive inheritance in the Lord as his portion, citing Deuteronomy 10 9. The reflection frames divine promise as the chief legacy for readers today.
A brief clipping argues that quick fire response limits damage and stresses the need for strong fire departments and proactive prevention. It warns against relying on luck and urges periodic expert home inspections and regional cooperation to maintain effective fire protection.
In San Francisco tensions rise as AFL workers under contract with a candy plant face picketing by CIO members. Picketing clashes lead to police involvement and civil liberties accusations. A CIO claim of workers secretly changing unions is noted without detailing its effect on the contract.
The text stresses full public cooperation and knowledge of fire hazards to prevent fires. It urges never-ending vigilance and to act now rather than relying on the fire department to handle outbreaks. It emphasizes the responsibility of businesses and public buildings in safety efforts.
Ohio Representative George H. Bender argues TVA cuts power rates by 4 million dollars annually while removing 3.96 million in local and state taxes and a million in federal tax revenue. He warns TVA expansion will push Tennessee and TVA regions into heavy taxation as private land and properties are acquired and taxed less. He notes repercussions in the Southeast as local officials flag serious fiscal strain from TVA acquisitions and wider business involvement.
H H club members plan a picnic for July 7 at a home event to be hosted by Mrs Longer. Two members and eight children attend the mid June gathering. The next regular meeting will be at the home of Mrs Howard McAtlin on July 11.
Collier's Week notes arachnids include spiders scorpions ticks and mites not insects. The class Arachnida also hosts many marine creatures including the king crab.
A girl recalls her parents warning that the man she would marry was “no good” and how those warnings turned out to be true, shaping regret and long lasting regrets about her union.
Samuel McIntire of Salem Massachusetts famed like the Adam Brothers for architecture and carving. He crafted beautiful furniture with graceful delicate execution. His favorite piece was the sofa and several chairs complement a set in the Essex Institute collection at Salem.
The River Thames, a 70 mile port gateway to London, has long served as a major water highway for business and leisure. Once more passenger boats crowded its surface than carriages on all London streets, highlighting its vital role in the city’s history.
A historical note recalls early Scottish law where allowing weeds to seed on a farmer’s land marked him as an enemy of the king, dating back to Alexander II’s era. The tale frames weed control as a royal prerogative and social duty in medieval statutes.
A proposed city ordinance in Toledo would require pigeons to stay on their owner's premises from seven a m to seven p m each day. Violators would face a ten dollar fine.
The main appeal of snuff lies in dipping between gums and cheeks, a habit favored by a range from social elites to field hands. Users claim it helps colds and sinus issues, with dipping lasting hours. Snuff is sold in bottles, paper, tins, and even calves' bladders, and remains pricier than smoking tobacco.
The newlyweds delayed the public image of a long marriage as they carried their own suitcases from the train. A Washington businessman notes this is the season when iron leaves the blood and moves to the seat. Brown recalls New Zealand quake shocks and flying cups and saucers as crowds react. Lady Godiva is mocked as a gambler in the anecdote.
A comic exchange unfolds as Mr Henpeck asks his boss for a raise while noting a recent envelope raise. He quips that his wife does not inform him of raises, highlighting workplace humor. Screenings.
Thousands mourn Charley Chase 47 hailed for zany on screen years of comedy. He died of a heart attack at his Hollywood home. The fragment includes jokes and remarks from Bernard Shaw and others, with assorted quips about youth and marriage.
A fragment recalls a social scene with a deb in jade and green crepe, trimmed with ecru, near a punch bowl. A boss interrupts a junior partner and his secretary who discuss their future and a home by firelight, revealing office drama.
Mrs Leo Marie entertained booster club members yesterday afternoon at her home. Twelve members and one guest Martha Whittaker attended as Mrs Anna Landau, president, led the business meeting.
End of entertainment was in charge of Mrs. Oral Norman and Mrs. Fred JD. Stewart. Martha Irene Whittaker won the prize in Chinese checkers. Mrs. Leonard Marie, who will be hostess at the next meeting on July 9, assisted the hostess in serving refreshments.
The text describes the cow tree or milk tree as native to Venezuela. Its stem contains a milky latex that oozes when cut. The milk is sweet and has a pleasant taste.
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