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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1933

Page

7

Cotton Frocks Carnival At J C Penney Draws Crowds

In Washington county Iowa the Kotton Frock Karnival showcases 3500 dresses from states like Texas California Utah Missouri Illinois Michigan. Manager Lund says many women bought multiple dresses as cotton prices rise, marking the eleventh hour for low prices. The print also notes Zane Grey novels selling strongly with Robbers Roost adapted for Fox Films starring George O'Brien and Maureen O'Sullivan.

Iowa J. C. Penney Texas California Uta Missouri Illinois Michigan New York New England American Pearl Iffon Lund J. C. Penney Company Washington County Zane Key Grey Southwest Arizona Fox Films George O'Brien Fox Maureen O'Sullivan Hinine

Decrease in Iowa grain yield expected for 1933

May 12 1933 Des Iowa grain yield prospects show a drop in winter wheat to about 3 456 000 bushels from 1921 30 averages. Rye production seen at about 478 000 bushels, with 33 000 acres harvested for grain. Corn planting delayed due to cold wet ground, with only small portions planted by May 10.

Des Moines Leslie M. Cari Federal Agricultural Statistician

Zasu Pitts Communicates With Hand Language In Chinatown Scene

Zasu Pitts and Slim Summerville star in Out All Night at the State theater in Hollywood. Pitts attempts to speak with Chinese extras but finds no English spoken. she uses expressive hand gestures and gains understanding with the extras. Cast also features Shirley Grey, Ander Carr, Laura Hope, and Rollo Lloyd.

Zasu Witts Comedienne Slim Summerville Chinatown Hollywood State Theater Mises Pitts Miss Pitts Summerville Shirley Grey Ander Carr Laura Hope Rollo Lloyd

Rubio Community Notes Include Local Visits and School Exams

Mrs L B Hanan reports visitors at the J W Mr Clarge home while Mr and Mrs Ray mond McClure and children spent Sunday there. Seventh and eighth grade exams for Clay township were held at the Clay school with students Harold Coffman Barbara Payton and Keith Hanan among those from radio.

A.¢ Mourer A. E. Mourer Arthur Moon Robert Guy Brighton B. Morgan Clint Reighard Luihty W. L. Ireland

Parole Board Official Voices Reservations on System

Helena Montana deputy Garnett Bryant of the state board of examiners questions the parole system own view cites concerns about its effectiveness and implementation in statewide practice.

Helena Mont Montana Garnett Bryant State Board of Examiners Bryant

Jesus presented as king and purifying temple authority

Biblical lesson outlines Jesus public kingship during his entry into Jerusalem, his kingly authority shown by cursing the barren fig tree and cleansing the temple, and the challenge to his authority by the chief priests. It notes the fulfillment of Zechariah prophecy and the linked expectations of Christ’s second coming.

Jesus Christ Jerusalem Zech Bethany Israel Temple John Heaven

A Man's Whole-Time Job as a Sermon-on-the-Mount Faith

A short, moral reflection states it takes a lifetime to live as a true Christian not merely to be a church member but to follow Jesus Christ in daily conduct and character.

Mount Christiana Jesus Christ

Paroled convict induces report on conduct to sheriff

A paroled convict allegedly compelled a local resident to file a report on his conduct, taking the man’s topcoat and $8 in the process. No further details available.

Sheriff's Office

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