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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1939
Page
4
In a curious interview fragment, Betty Cantoni quips that while dogs are nice, she would not trade her month old son for a dog, as relayed by an unidentified speaker. The text presents a lifestyle anecdote with a playful contrast between pets and a child.
A group led by T. WU Brookhart Phil Antonoff T. R. Phillips andBob Shannon played Tuesday night at the local club. Thompson finished nine holes in even par 35 with one ball out of play as the foursome delivered sensational golf.
In a four player round, bounds and a short miss left a chance at tying the course record of 33. Bob Shannon eagled the third hole as Thompson and T. R. added birdies while Phil posted a four. Mrs. M. D. imparts a final humorous epitaph about eternal rest.
Gabe explains explosive powers to an audience in East San Diego, warning that a minor error could blow them through the roof. The dialogue emphasizes the danger of the most volatile explosive being demonstrated.
A man explains rushing from a boat to Lanefield on Sunday, claiming he heard shouts of thief and robber from the crowd, while a sergeant questions the urgency and the assignment. A service station attendant rubs a windshield as a woman calms her young son.
The text contrasts four bone types with human traits. Wishbones long for success without effort while Funnybones giggle at work, Jawbones mock and rant, and Backbones strive and persevere. Mrs. M. D. frames a lesson on effort and character.
A woman in white visits the city manager to copy names for a petition on improvements. The manager refuses to let the document leave the office but offers a desk to copy names inside. The exchange ends with a polite, blush‑stoked promise of access.
The article highlights advances in refrigeration and food quality control, noting a new automatic fridge called the Cold Wall. It features two compartments in one cabinet, preserving moisture and preventing dehydration, with separate cooling and air circulation for different moisture levels.
Florence Chrestenson of Keokuk was hired by the Brighton board of education for the primary department vacancy caused by Miss Parrott’s resignation. The community reports various local visits and events including Mrs Willis Horton attending the State convention of PEO Sisterhood in Cedar Rapids and several families visiting relatives in Fairfield and Moline.
Mr and Mrs Louis Havel hosted a family dinner in Fairview to honor their mothers Mrs Ed Shalla and Mrs Fred Havel. Cakes were given to the two mothers and to Harold Swick who celebrated his birthday. Attendees included Wilburt Olson and Kay, A E Hansen of Moline, Ed Shalla and Kate Shalla, Jesse Havel, Will Tellin, Vince Tellin and families, and near Brighton residents.
Anita Tellin of Washington spent Sunday at Lake McBride. The Drolls welcome a new daughter while Shalla and Tellin families exchange visits. Marlin Shalla returns home with parents after two weeks with grandparents. The Sojka and Yansky families hosted and visited multiple homes over the weekend with Will Telling hosting relatives.
The Greek root arktos meaning bear gives Arctic its name from the Great Bear constellation. Antarctic means opposed to Arctic.
Paul Thomassen, 42, long-time Washington resident, opened IGA outlets in Washington Sigourney and Keota since 1933. Born in Pella December 28, 1896, he married Edna Redding and has children Harold and Elaine. His IGA in Washington is noted as one of the city's most modern food establishments.
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