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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1944
Page
5
A reflection on domestic life and the role of women during wartime. The author critiques distant husbands, praises working mothers, war workers, and mothers who support family through illness and defense plant labor. It celebrates resilience, home care, and civic effort during wartime.
A playful column comments on fashion, hairstyles, and social habits. It jests at the appeal of well dressed people, explains why men avoid permanent waves, and jokes about quarrels, kisses, and makeup. It notes a neighbor baby doing well and lampoons busybodies while quoting family quips about a magician.
A note recalls a quilting party where friends talked world affairs and renewed friendships. The writer reflects on chores like garden work and offers a neighborly moral about doing good now since life is fleeting. The piece ends with a quoted maxim about seizing opportunities to help others.
State conservation committee of Iowa announces a referendum on creating the Washington County Soil Conservation District and the election of three commissioners. Voters within the district may cast ballots April 8 at designated polling places. absentee ballots available by request.
A vintage advert explains how natural bile supports digestion and claims Carter's Little Liver Pills boost bile flow quickly. It urges taking the product to improve digestion and feel better, priced at 25 cents.
Sandy Hook March 3. Mrs Carl Darvis and children visited a couple of days last week at the parental Stout home. Indian Creek pupils were back in school after a mumps epidemic. Harold Mineart returned to high school after flu and mumps. Mrs Harry Anderson and Mrs Ralph Chorpening own three week old chicks. Mrs Jord Farrier got a nice flock. Ernest Arnold and Harry Anderson contributed to the improved road fund.
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