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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1945
Page
5
A religious reflection urges self examination and removal of sin to receive divine protection. The speaker cites Psalm 143:9 and calls readers to seek refuge in God, acknowledging internal and external enemies.
A collage of reflections on war telegrams and radio era optimism, skepticism about Hitler's death, commentary on sidewalk evolution from wooden to cement, recall of presidential death cycles, childrearing praise from Successful Farming, and snippets from various Iowa papers on local life and politics.
Corporal Samuel R Weeks writes to his parents from North Africa describing travel by air, currency exchange, and daily sights. He notes Arabs moving vegetables by wagon, camels and donkeys, harsh treatment of animals, and the ragged dress and habits of locals. He comments on high prices, black market policing, and young children smoking discarded cigars.
Riverside reports a Rosebud Camp Royal Neighbors meeting selecting a memorial day service and Mother's Day program. notable mentions include veterans, local visits, school activities, and social events at Brenner cafe with refreshments.
Infant Alicea Sperry, daughter of Mrs Clyde Sperry, Marion Indiana, died in a Cedar Rapids hospital from burns when clothing in her crib caught fire after a blanket was tossed over an electric plate and a pan of water. Mrs Hugh Sample, caring for the child, rushed her to the hospital.
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