Bible Thought for Today May 14 1930
A devotional note cites a biblical line on sin and fear of God, warning that sin brings ruin yet promising that those who fear God will have their days prosper. The snippet includes a price or value figure $312.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1930
Page
4
A devotional note cites a biblical line on sin and fear of God, warning that sin brings ruin yet promising that those who fear God will have their days prosper. The snippet includes a price or value figure $312.
The fragment blends a Grace Crowell poem about clover fields with a political note arguing confidence in Owen Roberts for the U S Supreme Court. It cites Taft’s stance on the eighteenth amendment and suggests Roberts would rule by law, not private views, amid a Senate confirmation discussion.
Sunday temperance meeting in Pin U P Church recounted Dr. Havin C Dinwiddie a longtime temperance speaker faced false newspaper accusations alleging $10000 government funds misappropriation. Treasury denied any conduct by Dinwiddie and a large eastern city jury awarded $1000.
Dora Heltrien of Kalona Iowa is noted as the recipient of fifty cents today amid a local tale of confusion at a store. The narrator recalls a mistaken bread order leading to an exchange of tobacco for bread and an awkward moment.
A Milwaukee libel trial reveals a judge overturning a jury verdict and ordering new trials amid strong criticism of metropolitan publisher ethics. The piece condemns news agencies and papers for failing to publicize the proceedings and condemns unethical conduct by publishers wielding power over communities.
A collage of opinion and light humor cites GLENN FRANK on political and economic leadership, plus short anecdotes from various newspapers. Topics range from democracy and industry to generations viewpoints and small-town observations, with items about manners at fraternities and cultural quips.
Manitoba fur farming expands with 280 farms, up from 12 in 1923 and two in 1920. Last fiscal year pelts worth 1,286,537 dollars were taken in the province, muskrats at 288,004 specimens worth 285,204 dollars being the most numerous. Weasel, mink and wolf follow in value.
The Shot Tower in Baltimore, a Revolutionary era memorial, is aglow again using concealed red and amber lights and steam to simulate a fire, preserving the historic landmark as a living tribute to Continental troops. The lighting imitates old furnace glow, recalling the tower’s lead shot production days.
Central police station proceedings reveal suspects Rothenberg Lamb Coffee and Sinker facing vagancy charges. Rothenberg taunts prisoners with lamb stew puns as Coffee receives a 30 day sentence and Sinker linked to the same fate amid a grim lineup.
A examination of baby related costs notes the average price around 110 currency units covering layette and care. The discussion mentions hospital services and incurring daily expenses tied to birth, referencing a foundation summary on community expenses and welfare.
The bulletin notes that only 42 percent of average birth costs went to doctor services, with specified amounts for nursing care 8 dollars baby clothes 23 dollars medicines 1 dollar and miscellaneous pennies 5 dollars.
Marshall Michigan Lewis Burt was fined 218.50 after a breaking and entering conviction. He will pay two weeks probation with a down payment and the remaining penalty at eight dollars a week.
An year old child was carried off from its home at Chandipos near Raluoga by wolves and later recovered in the jungle unharmed. Villagers pursued the wolves, found the child on the ground with two animals standing over it, and safety was restored.
A May report from William M. Baxter of the American Red Cross Midwest branch details tornado disasters across Nebraska Texas Kansas Missouri Oklahoma and related relief needs. The document cites deaths injuries destroyed and damaged homes and farms with a total initial relief fund estimate and ongoing statewide campaigns.
Richmond Times Dispatch notes the ongoing push by advocates of a movement named Kept Busy Expounding, highlighting widespread travel for supporters making speeches away from home. The report contextualizes the public speaking effort among Ute families and their communities.
President Hoover clarifies his August western tour is for rest and fishing, not a political swing. He expects informal appearances in major cities but plans no set speeches, despite invitations from chambers of commerce and other groups.
The article notes that the first tree of light was erected in New York City on Christmas Day 1912 and that the practice was quickly adopted by many other elites across the United States.
Political announcement stating candidacy for the office of County Sheriff subject to Republican voters in the June primaries. The message identifies the candidate as seeking the sheriff role and emphasizes primary election conditions.
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