Gifts of God Bible Thought for May 9 1931
The verse from Psalm 29 11 is shared as the day’s meditation. It presents a message of divine strength and peace granted to God’s people, urging faith and calm in daily life.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1931
Page
5
Deaths of Three Washington County Figures in Summer
Three longtime Washington County residents die within hours of each other as summer begins. Mrs. Geo Griffith, a former teacher and active community member, dies after a brief illness. Harry Shrader, prominent craftsman and civic leader, noted for building contracts and 20th century public service, passes away. Joseph Marek, famed local farmer turned town resident, dies suddenly after a long life of work and community involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffith
Itarry Shrader
Harry
Tle
Joseph Marek
Marek
United States
Washington County
Mr. Marek
Butter memory and a proud moment from Edythe Little
A short reminiscence describes a dinner scene at Edythe Agnes Little's Aunt's house where repeated requests for butter ended with Edythe using her head to find it. She notes embarrassment, then recalls finally having butter in hand as a dozen others watched. Edythe is 12, Grade 6, living at 412 East Van Buren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edythe Agnes Little
East van Buren &T
Prominent Bohemian Farmer Remembered in County
The most prominent Bohemian farmer in the county joined with fellow natives to build a distinct and useful presence in local social and political life. His kind, remembered personality left a lasting impression on the community.
The Common Man by Dr. S P Telford
A poem praising the common man who works hard and serves others. It champions plain dress and humble deeds done beyond the call of duty. The verse envisions the humble person as guiding society and receiving a divine crown at judgment.
Graveyard Loot at Chartres Tombs Provokes Debate
From France comes a report that royal tombs near Chartres were broken into by thieves who took silver and gold ornaments and jewelry. The piece argues dismissively that burying wealth with the dead is foolish and barbaric, noting living wealth is best kept among the living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Chartres
Pathfinder
The By the Way Column And Local News Snippet
A fragment mix reads like a verse and humorous notices. It mentions Florence T Patterson and Miss Adtaker, plus a Davenport prize fight rumor involving Grant Goodlander and others. The piece blends poetic lines with stray social notes and citations from local names.
Daily English Lesson Word Study Composure Insight
Vocabulary note teaches proper pronouns and misused forms. Highlights mispronunciations and misspellings and urges daily word growth with composure defined as calm and restraint. Emphasizes pronunciation, usage, and retention through brief guidance.
Hooting remark and race slur in Chicago hotel
A colored shoe shiner in a Chicago hotel makes a crude racial insult to a young man while shining his shoes. The exchange reveals tensions and stereotypes from the era as bystanders react and humor surfaces in the dialogue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Nonsensical lyrics contest and light humor note
A quirky call offers fifty cents for the three best original nonsensical lyric lines not exceeding ten lines. The item includes humorous exchanges about owls and a short aside about mothers, noting a respect celebration tomorrow.
Make-Believe at Lorrimer Mansion
Mary Lou Thurston agrees to pose as Delight Harford to help Travers Lorrimer recover from war induced depression. Doctor Mathews outlines a plan to stage a marriage deception, with Mary Lou portraying the lost wife while Travers regains interest in life. The scheme hinges on rebuilding trust and later revealing the truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Lou Thurston
Clara
Howard Sanderson
Billy
Sanderson
Mary Lou
Larry Mitchell
Lorrimer
Connecticut
Mrs. Lorrimer
Doctor Mathews
Miss Thurston
Margaret Lorrimer
Travers
Delight Harford
Margaret Lorriner
Doctor Mathews Rose
London
Open House Showcases Girls Physical Education Program
Local attendees praise the Girls Physical Education Department Open Tots demonstration. Mrs Messer and Mrs Caldwell commend the strong gymnastic and Danish routines, the well run classes, showers and dressing rooms, and the tea served by home economics students. Mrs Lemley notes the event was nice and healthful, with old friends reacquainted and teachers’ enthusiasm high.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bo Messer
John Caldwell
Local Family Events Reported In Route Six Community
Mr John Shebeck notes social visits in Route Six including Clarence Fulton and family at George Fulton home for Clarence’s grandmother’s birthday. Bob Garrett and son Dean spent time at the Valulin home. Evan Fishburn homes incident reported with a broken arm at school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Polton
Murjorie Maxine
Clarence
George Fulton
Bob Garrett
Dean
Valulin
Milton Norton Apent Thesday
Valouln
Clarence Fulton
Baby
W. CC
Dublin
Armour Griges
Smith
Kansas City
Arthur Wiley
Charley Wiley
Frances Harvey
Harriette Shebeck
Evan Fishburn
School visits mark final day at Palestine Snowball and Union
Mrs John Shebeck with Harriette and Mildred attended a picnic on the Palestine school campus marking the last day. Virginia Wiley with Maxine and Maury Ardith Jarrard visited Snowball school and Union school plans for seventh and eighth grade tests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Shebeck
Harriette
Mildred
Palestine School
Virginia Wiley
Maxine
Maury Ardith Jarrard
Louise Fishburn
Esther Eyestone
Wilma Kerr
Union School
Ladies Aid Society Meeting at West Chester Methodist Church
The Ladies Aid Society of the West Chester Methodist Church will meet Wednesday afternoon May 13. Miss Anna Ross in charge of refreshments will be assisted by Mrs Clem Griffith Mrs Sadie Dusenbury and Mrs Low Bauer. Members please attend for an important business meeting. Friends are welcome. 7213
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church
West Chester
Anna Ross
Clem Griffith
Sadie Dusenvery
Low Bauer
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