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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1937
Page
4
A brief devotional note cites Luke 6 24 warning the rich of their consolation and urges reflection on spiritual value over material gain. The message frames wealth as fragile and fleeting compared with faith and generosity.
The quote pairs concentration with success in diverse domains from Kreisler to painting. It asserts that focused effort drives mastery in violin, plants, autos, surgery, painting, and acting, urging readers to know their goals and concentrate to achieve them.
Dorothy Thompson, wife of Sinclaire Lewis, argues the youth have a future amid a labor shortage. She recalls a Yale interview where a healthy athletic student asked if his generation has a future. Thompson says America’s future hinges on youth and urges action over passive hope.
Government statisticians estimate that five months of strikes cost more than a billion dollars. About 613,056 workers were involved in 1,264 strikes, with 11,485,156 lost man-days. Costs hit auto makers, retailers, and grocers, while broader effects threaten consumer purchasing power.
Miss Thompson declares pride lies in oneself not an office. She contrasts today's world ruled by men with modest beginnings who show skill brains and character needed to take responsibility unravel problems and rebuild what has been done poorly.
A humorous local note describes a robin building a nest near a roof spout and jokes about a large diamond seen the previous day. The piece playfully hints at trade offers and cautions against pointing out names to avoid street con artists.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce secretary attends a Cedar Rapids meeting of Iowa secretaries and, after leaving, steals a hat from a rack. On returning to Washington he faces two men demanding the hat in a tense office confrontation. Bunny Barnett, Jour nal staff, is locked out and forced to pry open his own door after leaving his keys inside.
A Chicago relief office sitter protested for an inside job after being offered an outside one. Officials granted the inside position after a week, then the man said he needed two weeks rest to accept. The item pokes fun at the episode and at the man’s laziness.
The article details the formation of a Methodist auxiliary in Crawfordsville with names of founding members, initial dues, and officers. It notes the Des Moines branch, long service, and substantial contributions to foreign missions, including multiple life memberships and notable donors like Mrs. Margaret Rickey. It lists present officers and mentions ongoing district and local activity.
Richard Dix posted 20 dollars to gain freedom on an intoxication charge and left jail vowing not to sleep in his car again. Police say he walked out with two resolutions in mind, including avoiding the auto for rest in public places. Radio officers Kemp and Crowder reported the incident.
Repairs for all makes. Singer Sewing Maching Co 210 Ss. Marion hone Sow.
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