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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1949
Page
4
An editorial note from May 19 1949 urges readers to resist following the crowd and to seek the right path, citing a biblical admonition about not following multitude to do evil. The brief reflects a public exhortation to individual judgment in moral matters.
A reader recalls an early Hoover address praising his public and private roles. The letter lauds Hoover as an elder statesman whose guidance during the Hoover Commission reports could reform federal executive machinery if action follows. It also cites debates over Taft Hartley and labor, noting union gains and criticism of slave labor charges.
A Rotarian evening in Iowa City features dinner at the Memorial Union and a student production of The Patriots. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, James Monroe, and James Madison are cast as historic figures with Jefferson portrayed by John Anderson. The university theater impresses with single-entry seating, steep rake, and strong acoustics.
A couple chronicles a robin nest in their back porch and compares it to national political tensions as leaders clash over policy. The piece notes Jefferson, Hamilton and U S history, then previews The Lawton Story film shown at the State theater about Wichita Mountain pageant life of Christ in Lawton Oklahoma.
A small brood of birds hatches on a screened porch corner near the kitchen. Mrs Davis spares the life of the little nest and watches the youngsters perform through the day as parents visit for a pot-luck supper.
In the southeast corner of the library grounds a colorful planting of yellow iris shines with a golden glow, drawing attention from visitors as the flowers reach peak bloom.
Reader laments faulty buttonholes in women's house dresses causing discomfort and delays. A radio hint claims modesty suffers as buttonholes pop unexpectedly, prompting repair work. The writer wonders about a hidden gadget to deploy bifocals from a hat to speed shopping.
An answer hints at using a hookah a Turkish water pipe and smoking it. The remark frames the hookah as the object of use in response to a question about what to do with a hook.
Mrs. Don Hazen urged VFW and WRC women to volunteer time for a hospital project. She spoke at a club meeting and mentioned Knoxville hospital as a target, where a recent dance for veterans underscored the gratitude of the men and the joy simple acts bring.
The Burlington find shows a 1914 model still in existence while another 37 year old machine was found in Atlantic. Iowa households retire old washers as improvements roll out yearly. Schools teaching home economics swap units frequently to stay current.
In 1293 Emperor Kublai Khan of China sent a 1000-ship fleet and 20 000 troops to punish a Javan ruler. An ambassador would return home with ears and nose cut off, signaling the brutal clash.
Reverend E E Mullett delivered the commencement address at Wayland eighth grade exercises on the school lawn Wednesday afternoon. The event featured a processional by Norma Widmer, invocation by Rev. W W Henderson, a choral rendition of Oh Worship the King, and music by Gale Tschantz and Norman Widmer.
The Washington County American Legion met Tuesday evening May 17 at the Riverside Legion hall. Post Commander Ivan Shradel opened the gathering and passed to County Commander Fritz of Brighton. Everette Ferguson of Mechanicsville spoke as first district commander. Members from nearly all county posts attended. entertainment included a movie and refreshments. Next county meeting set for Ainsworth in July.
Sugar pine wood is noted for its easy cutting properties, making it a basic material for wood carvers. The article highlights the species as a preferred choice for carving due to its workability and uniform grain.
A K Harper will speak at an inspirational meeting in West Chester Methodist church Sunday evening May 22 at 7 30. Harper, known in Washington county, runs Harper Brush Works in Fairfield and has led four week meetings here. He will discuss Power to Burn with R Vernon Pike and Rev Hiram Phillips organizing the event.
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