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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1932
Page
6
Commentary clipped from Iowa County papers warns that summer road accidents will rise as winter easing ends. Calls for stricter enforcement and broader publicity clash with calls to repeal laws. Drivers' license suspensions rise to 400 as part of proposed safeguards.
The excerpt notes a leveling off process proceeding methodically without class legislation and suggests time will resolve issues, urging lawmakers to let things stabilize. It emphasizes self-regulation rather than government action and portrays a cautious approach to policy changes.
A local note on cleaning habits contrasts a long gradual approach with a rapid rush to finish. The author celebrates the immediate satisfaction of a freshly cleaned home with crisp curtains, gleaming windows, waxed woodwork, and refreshed bedding.
The Riverside Leader cites Robert Burton born 1576 and his 1621 Anatomy of Melancholy to note recurring modern anxieties. It quotes passages on news rumors wars plagues fires floods and a culture of money and law without justice. It argues human nature shows little material change over centuries.
A southern state case described where a man accused of stealing hens was advised by a judge to observe the broodiness of the birds at the farm. The hens returned to their nests and the suspect ended up in jail.
Ministers nationwide urged to hold services on Mother's Day Sunday May. People wear a white carnation or rose for deceased mothers and a red carnation for living mothers. Programs include children taking part and recall 1914 President Wilson designated the day.
A Chicago man recently faced five years in the brig for stealing a letter from a mailbox and attempting a questionable financial deal. The incident highlights the risks of mail theft and related white collar crime in urban commerce.
Anna Liska stays with grandparents in Riverside as neighbors attend a surprise party at Ameal Chabal home for his birthday. Guests enjoyed dancing and late refreshments served by local families.
Mrs. Fred Klein and her baby are welcomed by her mother Mrs Ed Kallaus in a family gathering at home.
Agnes H. Williams Lindsey born January 10 1874 Montgomery County Iowa died May 6 1932 Wellman Iowa at age 58. She married Isaac Lindsey March 14 1895 and had Lena Isachson and Cecil Lindsey both with her at death. Survived by husband daughter son mother sisters and a grandson Eugene Anderson. lifelong Church of Christ member. She held various honors and served as a Rebekah.
Lodges Washington Lodge No. 26 AF and AM hold regular meetings on the first Friday monthly with Glenn Mace as Worshipful Master and A W Yard as Secretary. Damascus Shrine No. 10 H WF of J meets fourth Tuesday monthly at Masonic Temple rooms led by Mrs Grace E Twinam as Worshipful Prophet with Mrs J W Bidwell as Worthy Scribe.
Eastbound timetable lists multiple numbered freight and passenger trains with daily and Sunday exceptions. It notes depots, arrivals, and special stops including California passengers and county seats. Agents L Goodlander and J G McKay provide station details and notes for connections.
A longtime Baptist Church member and Young Ladies Sunday School teacher died May 1 at 4 00 p m after a cerebral hemorrhage. She had served as Moreas society president and was re elected during illness. Funeral held Saturday at the Baptist church with Rev M L Dewey and burial in Wellman cemetery. The Rebekah lodge conducted the commitment services.
Ministers from Muscatine and Washington counties visited Louisa county for a Monday meeting at the Columbus Junction Methodist church. The session focused on religion and moral reform with talks by Rev. K. E. Shook of Ainsworth, Rev. John R. Fraser of Wapello, Rev. Vernon L. Shantz of Muscatine, and Rev. M. W. Dougherty of Morning Sun. The Whatsoever society provided a noon lunch.
Miss Margaret Huston and Eugene Gookin stayed at the J B Gookin home in Solo n. Missionary society members visited Mrs. Madison Klotz and others. James Roberts of Farnum Neb visits W G Roberts family. Carson school pupils plan Friday program with a noon picnic. Women's Relief corps to present a patriotic program Friday in Odd Fellows hall. F F E Prior seeks trustee nomination for Columbus City township. W E Whetstine family visited parents I A Endsley in Toledo Ia. Mrs Jennie E Duncan and Mrs H S Turkington to entertain the Whatsoever society Tuesday evening.
Miss Nellie Manners reports a quiet Crawfordsville Sabbath with several visitors from Washington and Iberia. George Maxwell and D N Anwyl spent the afternoon call on friends while Helen Thompson, born in Crawfordsville, is passing through after wintering in Riverside California. Also noted are visits from Dr J A Barnes Merle Beauchamp and Gladys Maxwell with local relatives.
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