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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1933
Page
4
A devotional note cites Isaiah 32 17 18 proclaiming righteousness as the source of peace quietness and assurance The passage promises a dwelling in peaceable habita tions and quiet resting places for the people
The Permanent Court of International Justice ruled 12 to 2 in Denmark's favor over Norway’s occupation of Greenland coast. Norway accepted the decision, with the Norwegian prime minister and King sending congratulations to Denmark, signaling trust in law and international institutions.
North Dakota Governor Langer pushed a strict moratorium on mortgage payments modeled after Wisconsin. The absolute bar triggered militia calls to avert foreclosures, prompting federal loan suspensions and private lenders to follow. The state now plans to adjust the law toward Wisconsin’s approach.
Gov Langer favors wiser mortgage collection laws over debt repudiation and proposes North Dakota adopt Wisconsin’s advisory county committees. These bodies hold hearings on delinquent mortgages and recommend extensions, with courts giving weight to their findings in foreclosure decisions.
A towed looking thug stops a gentleman and urges him toward more profitable work. He complains he cannot open a bank without the tools, prompting the discussion reported by the Boston Transcript.
Editorial compilation from School and Society and other sources urges continued support for public education amid crisis. It emphasizes education of children as first priority, warning that low morale harms society more than reduced fortunes.
A representative American Newspaper Publishers Association survey shows men read newspapers about 45 minutes daily and magazines 25 minutes, with half reading less than one book per month. The note adds that radio may be deplored culturally, but newspapers provide substantive columns. News Heron Lake Minn.
A reflective note from the Dayton Daily News on the forgotten waiter who once stood out after each meal, now largely remembered only in passing moments and shared meals.
The Rockford Register-Republic notes that issuing municipal scrip is a method to encourage residents to spend money locally at home.
The San Antonio Express notes the Nicaraguan government assigns a farm to every former insurgent. The town farmer questions whether this policy cures rebellion or rewards it.
Roanoke Times notes sartorial advice urging longer coat tails gray tuxedos and silk waistcoats in pastel shades. If it isn't one worry it’s another in fashion circles.
A writer explains a rushed trip to Chicago for the World’s Fair to better describe Beacon City. With both the regular collaborator and the substitute unavailable, the author appeals to readers for help with contributions before leaving.
In a humorous exchange Gracie quips about her brother’s wartime wound and later jokes about his heart being in his mouth. The snippet blends light dialogue with a wry pun reflecting wartime resilience and family banter. A separate line notes a San Francisco grapefruit squirt demonstration by Dr. B. L. Hopper and a literary aside.
On this date two birth days are noted. The piece lauds Edna St. Vincent Millay and mocks George Washington. A rural voice reflects on labor, modest living, and domestic chores with humor and persistence.
William H. Firke 81 once titled Goose King for fattening 65 000 geese in 1917. His fame rested on visits by 8 000 spectators and a tale of shoeing geese using pitch tar to keep their feet during a 67 mile overland journey.
Mrs Andy Kaumen reports a busy weekend as neighbors and relatives visit Arthur Conrads and Wade Sims. Guests include Warren Allen Buck Forest Rich families and others sharing baskets and stories. Mrs Arthur Conrad shows improvement and will transfer to Iowa City hospital when stable.
Mrs J B Hantey reports Keota area visits and notes. Wellman resident Mrs Laura Fordice suffered a Sunday stroke but feels better. Harvey Wagarman’s residence has new shingles and interior work. Grandview school ends Saturday with a full term. Mrs Harley Mehafffee and family visited from Des Moines. Bluebell notes reflect community life and a friendly goodbye.
About 3,000 music students from 108 schools compete at the University of Iowa for eight years of festival honors. Judges include J. W. Beattie Albert R Gish E W Murphy Frank A Beach A D Zanzig AR McAllister Frederic B Stiven David Mattern and Carl Busch who will rate 51 contests.
Community column reports corn shelling at Kinross by Otto Dennison and Amos Weaver, multiple residents moving homes, visitors from Kirksville and Chicago, surgeries and hospital stays, and local church group meetings. Several trips to Chicago, Wapello, Rienland, and nearby towns are noted along with farm activity and property changes.
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