Conquering an Enemy through Righteous Ways
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1932
Page
4
He Is Just Away Poem by James Whitcomb Riley
A poem fragment notes the line He is just away not dead with a cheery smile and wave. It reflects on a beloved figure lingering in an unknown land and asks readers to think of him as he remains the same. The piece evokes memory and gentle farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Whitcomb Riley
Landers
Mary
Buck
Lander
Carlotta
Guido
Carlotta Guido
Chicago
New York
Cedar Walls
Iowa
A. Wagner
Lincoln St
Dr. Pierce
Hoarding Probe Forges Path to Rebound in New York
A New York banker reports a customer moved 300000 in gold to a savings account, which was then redeposited with the Federal Reserve to back credit many times that amount. The act aims to encourage others to release idle funds for investment and growth under reconstruction leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sofe
Citizens’ Reconstruction Organization
New York
Federal Reserve Bank
United States
Daily English Word Lesson Improvised and Adduce
A compact note teaching usage and pronunciation with examples. It presents improvised meaning as made on the spot and adduce meaning to bring forward a reason, citing biblical quotation. The card also flags common mispronunciations and misspellings for several terms.
Treasury certificates lure hidden funds in Chicago reports
A Chicago banker said a customer withdrew 3950 dollars from a safe deposit box to buy one year government treasury certificates aimed at moving money from hiding. A securities firm reported a 1000 dollar sale to a woman who paid in bills concealed in a book. A Loop bank opened a savings account yesterday with 800 dollars in gold coin from a safe deposit box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
South Side
Contributing Causes of Depression Highlight Hoarding
The speech argues hoarding money worsens unemployment by reducing circulation, citing Hoover that a single withheld dollar robs borrowers of credit. It notes $1.5 billion out of circulation, equating to near ten billion dollars in usable cash and credit, and recalls the parable of the talents to warn against burying wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Daffodil Poem Challenge and Lighthearted Anecdotes
A playful call invites poets to finish a two line verse about daffodils with a prize for the best ending, noting March 19th as the contest deadline. The page also offers humorous brief items about cosmetics, a librarian mix up, a bank note joke, and a dime nickel riddle from a small Southern town.
The Old Clock and Sunday School Limerick Poem
A humorous verse from a local sheet notes schoolgoing readers led by a clock and scriptural allusions. It contrasts daily life with biblical figures and ends with a call to help the Editor find news and stories.
Keota elects first woman to school board in close vote
Keota Iowa voters cast a large turnout for a Monday school board election. Mrs Howard Stewart narrowly defeated incumbent T A Morris by 11 votes to become the first woman on the board, while A Klein won a seat with 197 votes and George J Lyle received 16 write-ins. Treasurer W K Stoutner was re elected with 200 votes. other board members include N G McNurlen BE L Kirkpatrick H W Statler and secretary BR Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keota
Board of Education
Howard Stewart
T. A. Morris
Morris
Iowa
N. G McNurlen
BE. L. Kirkpatrick
H. W. Statler
BO BR. Brown
Keota Couple to Celebrate Fifty Ninth Wedding Anniversary
Keota March 16 Mr and Mrs D A Watkins will celebrate their fifty ninth wedding anniversary Thursday March 17 Mrs Watkins is seriously ill from a stroke The couple spent winter with daughter Mrs W S Gregory in Keota They have two daughters with one deceased they have a grandson Donald Gregory and a great grandson Raymond Gregory of Davenport Grandson Donald Gregory and Raymond plan to visit for the weekend with Mr and Mrs W S Gregory
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keota
D. A. Watkins
Anna Watkins
Gregory
Donald Gregory
Raymond Gregory
Davenport
Raymond
W. S. Gregory
Fireman Save My Child at State Theatre with Joe E. Brown
Joe E. Brown headlines the First National feature Fire Man Save My Child at the State Theatre opening Thursday. The film showcases Brown’s fast paced, good natured humor as Smoky Joe Grant, a fire chief’s assistant who loves a blaze more than romance and doubles as the local baseball team's pitcher. Laurel and Hardy appear in Any Old Port on the same program, creating a top comedy bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe EF. Brown
State Theater
Joe FE. Brown
Brown
Smoky Joe” Grant
Laurel & Hardy
Shower Honoring Mrs L D Buser Held In Conesville
Oak Camp Royal Neighbors of America hosted a miscellaneous shower Saturday evening in Conesville for Mrs L D Buser, a bride from last month. Dr H L McRoberts, a local veterinarian, injured a shoulder Saturday while treating a horse. The traveling circus visit saw two junior members in tears as they learned the elephant had died, and the boss warned they must dig its grave. Tomorrow is St Patrick's Day. don’t forget the shamrocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak Camp Royal Neighbors of America
Conesville
L. D. Buser
H. Lt. McRoberts
Sobbhing
Mary Kennedy Aims to Save Steve From Buck Landers
Pretty Mary Kennedy plots to free her lover Steve Moore from elderly promoter Buck Landers who vows marriage. Carlotta Guido agrees to help and suggests subterfuge to lure Bat and locate Steve. Landers confronts the two women as they reach his hotel quarters and a tense strategy unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Kennedy
Buck Landers
Steve Moore
Landers
Mary
Steve
Carlotta
Bat
Carlotta Guido
Dwight Lewis Leads Des Moines Mayor Race
In Des Moines on March 1, Dwight L. Lewis held a two to one lead over his nearest rival for mayor with 16,388 votes versus 7,650 for incumbent Mayor Parker J. Crouch. Other top figures listed include Emma Blaise for finance and Roscoe P. Bane for public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Dwight L. Lewis
Lewis
Arker J
Crouch
Emma K. Blaise
Raoscoe P. Bane
John MacViecar, Jr
Pete Walsh
Parks
Walter R. Pri
Fearful Peoria doctor reportedly kidnapped
Dr. James W. Parker a 65 year old wealthy physician vanished after leaving his home Monday night bound for a downtown club. A stranger phoned his wife saying his car would be found near the municipal golf course. Police abandon suicide theory and fear kidnapers hold him awaiting ransom. Parker had suffered heavy losses recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Til
INS
Middle West
James W. Parker
Donna
Parker
Chariton Woman and Daughter Die in Home Fire
Chariton dispatch reports Mrs. Earl Bell and her nine months old daughter Dorothy died from injuries after a kerosene explosion at their rural Chariton home. The blast tore through the kitchen and spread flames to several rooms, destroying the residence while both victims succumbed at a nearby hospital within hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton
Earl Bell
Dorothy
Reed in serious condition after attack in Rochester
In Rochester on March 16, James A. Reed, former United States official, remained in serious condition following an incident. Police reported the injury severity and ongoing investigation. Reed’s status drew attention from local officials and medical staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
Minn
James A. Reed
United States
Missouri Senator Reported Improving at Mayo Clinic
A Missouri senator was reported to be improving today at the Mayo Clinic, with officials offering no details on medical condition or treatment. The update followed recent public appearances and questions about health status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Mayo Clinic
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