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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1940
Page
4
Today's Bible Thought highlights Matthew 6 33 urging believers to seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness. It frames spiritual wealth as the primary goal with daily provisions added as a consequence of faithful seeking.
A synthesis of policy proposals urged by Senator Vandenberg urging less regulation and government expansion. Calls de mobilization of bureaucrats and repeal of floating presidential money powers. Proposes tariffs on production costs and tax incentives over tax deterrents, with reforms to securities, labor law, and subsidies.
An editorial fragment discusses everyday law ignorance, rapid new statutes, and Iowa’s evacuation capacity. It cites America’s $60 billion in business turnover with only $6.5 billion in actual money circulating, via a hypothetical $10 debt payment tracing through the economy. It notes Finns’ dairy consumption, church membership, land ownership, and housing as factors in resilience.
A terse note notes that the person you argued with will harbor lasting ill will, shaping memories and relationships for years. The sentiment reflects enduring tension and the lasting impact of disputes on personal connections.
In a street exchange Peewee teases Mr Prater about spirits and business. The butcher confesses the inspector of weights exposed fraud claiming he has been giving 15 ounces to the pound in his shop.
An exchange paper notes a local man plans to sue the city after catching pneumonia from riding in an open patrol buggy. The correspondent urges using talent for good and listening wisely to learn more.
A whimsical tale follows two industrious fleas who save five dollars then ten, choosing a future together over incidental fun. Their thrift leads them to buy a dog, while the Scrap Book column presents jokes, quotes, and short captions reflecting mid century newspaper humor and social notes.
A series of true-false statements covers local firms and owners such as Rukgaber Hardware Cox Motor Kurtz Market Mangold’s Globe Beauty Shop and more. The quiz asks to complete a March business anniversary line with a firm name.
A Nebraska teacher Nelle Richmond wrote lyric prose for the love song At Dawning later Cadman set to music. The piece linked to her marital name Eberhart and widely known through Charles Wakefield Cadman. The document records a February 1940 corporate amendment and notary acknowledgment by Ira A. Coon and Chas Kennedy for the Farmers Mutual Insurance Association of Washington County Iowa.
The Farmers Mutual Insurance Association of Washington County Iowa amends Article I to strike the last five words of the article and insert counties contiguous thereto, changing the territory to Washington County and counties contiguous thereto with Washington as the principal place of business. The amendment was adopted unanimously at a January meeting in 1940 after proper notice and representation of required members.
England's St Leger race traces its history to 1776 while the Epsom Derby first ran in 1780 signaling long standing British flat racing traditions.
A brief item notes wartime rhetoric and sparring as the 4Sact SAVINGS column hints at discussions around opening campaign season with references to young Teddy Roosevelt and a Tulsa setting.
At a special meeting the Haskins Mutual Telephone Association Incorporated dissolved under Iowa law. Dale H. Peters W R Murphy and Mrs J R McCreedy signers announce retirement from the dissolution. Dated October 27 1939 with publication dates February 10 17 24 and March 3.
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