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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1946
Page
5
A brief religious meditation from March 4 1946 reflects on the belief that God governs the world, condemns mistreatment of the weak, and cites Isaiah 11:13 about those who vex Judah being cut off. The tone underscores divine justice and compassion.
Riverside marriage reported in St Marys church with Anita Frank daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Frank Riverside and Vincent Sojka son of Mrs Rose Sojka also of Riverside. Ceremony by Rev J J Fath featured acolytes Jack Muller and Jackie Mottet with organist Bernadine Veggy and violinist Patricia Stransky.
A humorous exchange unfolds as a young wife recalls past Christmas gifts, reproachfully asking her husband, who responds with a fisherman metaphor about feeding bait after catching a fish, highlighting playful memory and marital warmth.
A student, flustered and red, asks for a definition of space. The teacher replies with a concise explanation noting space is where there is nothing, admitting difficulty in a full explanation while the concept remains understood.
A humorous exchange has Scotehman asking how to prevent sea sickness. The doctor suggests holding a dime between the teeth and asks if Scotehman has one. Scotehman affirms ownership, implying the remedy.
Applicant claims reliability by noting past employers described him as responsible. He recalls being blamed when issues arose, implying a consistent role in handling problems and accountability.
A courtroom scene features a judge citing a small fine of $4.08. A defendant and a lawyer react with rapid exchanges about legality and distractions as a mail order catalog is mentioned. The moment underscores a minor civil or traffic dispute in a local court.
The ceremony featured a flower girl Lou Ann Geret niece of the bride in a pink doted white chiffon dress with a Collnial bouquet. Raymond Kron brother in law served as best man with ushers Dale Sojka and Robert Frank. A noon reception at the Kron home near Riverside hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Frank entertained over 50 guests.
Wellston residents report Lester Mayers spent the weekend with his parents and returned to Fort Snelling Minnesota. Mrs Forrest Brinning visited her sister in Washington county hospital. Mr and Mrs Keith McClelland and kids visited Iowa City and the children's hospital. Beverly McClelland had a check up and Joan Tucker remained for foot treatments. Mrs Belle Wilson traveled to the hospital.
Roy Page visits at the Harper area home for an extended stay. Mrs. Carl Daering stays with her granddaughters while Mr. and Mrs. Duane Daering visit town. The neighborhood reports widespread stomach flu. Frank Pratt family and John Pratt visited Walter Wilson. Arnold Tucker hosted others Sunday. Cloyce Hayes is rebuilding his cattle barn foundation. Myrl Lemley family visited Walter Wilson Friday. Lloyd Wilson reports being in Goldsboro North Carolina for about two weeks.
Historical note recounts that glass production reached England in the 16th century, though the art predates with origins in ancient Egypt.
The text advises soaking nuts in boiling water for a few minutes before adding them to a baked mixture with a large nut portion to prevent dryness. After soaking, drain the nuts and incorporate them as usual.
A pot of parsley on the window sill serves both decorative charm and practical seasoning for winter meals. The herb provides fresh greens and enhances flavor in hearty recipes.
The average Illinois farm increased by 3.4 percent from 145.4 acres in 1940 to 153.2 acres in 1945, reflecting gradual consolidation in rural landholdings.
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