We May Know The Spirit Within Our Community Work
In this 1939 piece the Bible thought links abiding in Christ to keeping commandments and the Spirit given to us. It endorses the Washington Chamber of Commerce canvass, emphasizes public protection against fakers, and urges local citizens to support civic progress and a unified, proactive business community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Washington Chamber of Commerce
Sveral
Wen
Chamber
O. E. Schmidt
Washington
Roblins
Chamber of Commerce
Record of American Wars Through History
The piece reviews major wars from the Revolutionary War to World War I and notes Indian and intercolonial conflicts. It cites six wars in 137 years, suggests global cycles of revolution and dictatorship, and pleads for lasting peace and the end of war as a practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Washington
Spain
China
Chamber aims to grow town and county centers
The Chamber says the goal is to build up community centers without impoverishing neighboring counties. It argues Washington, a small city, can offer social civic and business advantages of a larger town and Washington County ranks among the state’s wealthiest per capita among 99 counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Washington County
First Day of Spring Brightens Town Streets
A breezy spring mood sweeps the area as residents swap topcoats for lighter outfits and enjoy longer days. The note soothes fears of illness with old home remedies while lighthearted jokes and cartoons brighten daily life.
Rude Poems and Odd Tales from a Humorous Page
A fragment of humorous verse and anecdotes recount a wife praising beauty then craving pie, a bumbling man in the kitchen, a disastrous pants-cleaning mishap with gasoline, a traveling lover’s sarcastic postcard, and a San Diego wife’s return home met with a maid’s cheeky wine quip. The piece ends abruptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ipswiehen
San Diego
Biblical Reflection From Job 12 9 10
A religious verse reflecting on divine power and sovereignty as God holds life and breath in his hands. It cites Job 12 9 10 to emphasize that all living beings are under the Lord's control and knowledge.
Speculation on Stars Spotted in Film Stills
Fred MacMurray recalls being intrigued by Madeleine Carroll in a surfboard scene and wading into water. Margaret Lindsay predicts sister Mary will soon succeed in film. Norma Shearer rules out costume pictures for a while, as she often does. Ann Moriss bears a resemblance to Florence Rice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred MacMurray
Madeleine Carroll
Norma Shearer
Huck Finn film rights sold to screen
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn transitions to film with fidelity to the 1855 tale. Mickey Rooney stars as Huck with Walter Connolly and William Frawley in key roles. Red Nichols accompanies Hedy Lamarr and the band.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Twain
Tam Sawyer
Mickey Rooney
Huck
Walter Connolly
William Frawley
Red Nichols
Hedy Lamarr
Alarming Quest for Luxury Leads to Alcatraz Mention
A fragment notes someone aiming to remain in luxury by seeking a path to Alcatraz. The text hints at a sensational plan or escape context without detailing actions or outcomes. The reference anchors a broader narrative about desire and confinement.
Noble items and visits noted in community column
Solema Bare taught north of Washington and visited her parents over the weekend. Fred Swartzentruber and family were supper guests of Lee Swartzentruber and returned to Hopedale Illinois Monday. Vera Miller helped with housework for her sister Mrs Henry Leichty. Mrs Mary Roth learned her sister Barbara Widmer was very ill. George Herzog, on the sick list, is slowly improving. Mildred Prince celebrated her fourteenth birthday with Besele Graber and Evelyn Nebel as supper guests. The girls are Wayland high freshmen. O F Frey and Vernon were in Wayland for business. John Kauffman visited Mt Pleasant for business. M Bare left for Oklahoma for an indefinite stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Frey
Noble
Solema Bare
Washington
Fred Swartzentruber
Lee Swartzentruber
Hopedale
Ill
Vera Miller
Henry Leichty
Mary 8
Roth
Barbara Widmer
George Herzog
Mildred Prince
Besele Graber
Evelyn Nebel
Wayland High School
O. F. Frey
Vernon
Wayland
John Kauffman
Mt. Pleasant
M. Bare
Oklahoma
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New York
Chicago
Detroit
Atlanta
Pittsburgh
the Chamber OF Commerce
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Great Britain
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Pella
Rodger
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GOD
Holly
Ham Fisher
Theturfmen
Nice
Tal
Mr.blinky Gordon
Nicky Webber
A. W. Clow
Osteopathic
Margaret Lindsay
Mary
Ann Moriss
Florence Rice
Mickey
Errol Flynn
Leslin Thompson
J. Edgar Hoover
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Patricia Morison
J. Carro| Naish
Dixie Dugan
Elas
Felladixie
By Striebel & Mevoy
Alcatraz
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Washington Dairy
Dayton Tax Service
Loan & Trust
America
Ford
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