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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1940
Page
4
The passage invites a return to the Lord with the promise of healing and renewal. It speaks of divine discipline followed by restoration, revival after two days, and guidance like morning light and timely rain. The message emphasizes recognizing the Lord and His steadfast presence.
Dr Albert warns that victory hinges on raw materials and supply chains, predicting 1941 as a turning point. He cites Germany's doom and stresses American isolationism tempered by helpful diplomacy. Other items cover car battery repair, time saving gadgets, Finnish defense, Roosevelt's expenses, and farm policy commentary.
A brief religious reflection cites Hebrews 6 10 praising God’s remembrance of labor and love shown in ministering to others as a testament to enduring service. The text emphasizes steadfast devotion and reward for acts of faith.
Beulah Lowry writes a returning Wyss guest column filled with wry humor about reading habits and mistakes. The piece playfully questions who cares, noting even small missteps shape action and voice.
A collage of parable style verses and rhymes, includes a moral about a naughty girl who learns through embarrassment. It weaves a children’s tale about saying Come in if your nose is clean with broader pieces on nobodies and somebodies, safety rhymes, and reflections on effort, hardship, and judgment.
Poem urging responsible broadcasting at station YOU. Reflects on honesty courage and usefulness of a life presented on air. Calls for true messages that strengthen listeners and avoid mere theory. Encourages readers to check their program for strength and clarity.
The tale recounts Edward MacDowell composing a short music sketch after wandering in New England woods. He discarded it as a crumpled ball but his wife recovered the sheet, later opening it and bringing the music to the piano where it was saved. The anecdote links his outdoor muse to a charming, improvised piece.
The article notes the merit of the work and its connection to Woodland Sketches. It highlights To a Wild Rose as among Macdowell’s best known compositions and hints at Brahms critics amid a forthcoming discussion tomorrow.
A list of numerous business names with March anniversary dates spanning 1924 to 1938. Entries include Cox Motor Company Wilcon Coal Co Sartor and Sarto Sanitary Bakery Mangold’s Tire Radiator Service and others.
Mar 14 Noble notes show Mr and Mrs Win Nofsiger of Wayland visiting J R Kauffman and J A Frey homes. The Freys host visits from Dave Richard and Roger, plus Glen Graber and Marvin Widmer of Iowa City. Roads remain rough with bad gravel in places.
Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars press a pension bill in the 74th Congress to extend federal disability pensions to war veterans of World War I and prior conflicts. Local VFW post members cite Washington county funds and argue federal support would relieve community tax burdens.
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