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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1945
Page
4
An editorial urges courage in faith and cautions that victory day proves a free press remains essential in democracy. It contrasts American press freedom with Russian control, cites Edison on government in business, and notes VE Day context and global duties.
A stranger visits a pet shop after reading an ad for a man to import canaries. The shop owner asks about a job. the visitor says he is curious how canaries lose their tails, implying a harmless inquiry during a job interview scenario.
In a light exchange, students discuss fairness when accused of actions they did not commit. The dialogue highlights accountability, personal responsibility, and social norms as groups navigate schedules and dates.
Walter Jean son of Mr and Mrs Roy Jean Conesville will be valedictorian of the class of 1945 at Conesville high school with a four year average of 93 percent Gaylord Maxwell is salutatorian Commencement program set for Wednesday evening May 8 with Rev Mr Dunnington of Iowa City to speak on High Wits of the Mind Other local notes include a funeral attendance and hospital visits among residents of Columbus Junction and nearby towns
Franklin May 9 mothers and pupils from Grant school brought refreshments to the building to honor teacher Rosalie Combs on her birthday. The item notes social visits by local residents and school-related gatherings accompanying the main event.
Mrs. Josie Martin of Wayland and Mrs. Charles Spenser, Billy apa Jackie Ann of Wasiigton, visited at the Gene Martin home Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Otis Purvis of Oskaloosa were callers at Carl Replogle home. Mrs. Alma Brinning called on Mrs. Gene Martin Friday afternoon.
St Marys Circle of St James Church elected officers at a regular meeting hosted by Mrs Ray Redlinger and Mrs Hubert Redlinger. Sixteen members attended along with Father Corcoran as the group chose Mrs Everett Swift as leader and Mrs Hubert Redlinger as secretary for the new year.
Meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of each month. A social time followed with refreshments served by hostesses aided by Mrs. Ed Sullivan, Mrs. Sowden and Mrs. Robert Porter.
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