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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1932
Page
3
A devotional note quotes Psalm 67 verses urging praise to God. It expresses belief that universal reverence leads to Earth’s increase and divine blessing, highlighting generosity as a pathway to prosperity and awe across all nations.
A verse by Paul i Benjamin laments fallen soldiers who rest under crosses in Flanders fields. The dead speak to the living, urging an end to war and want, and to finish the task they died to do.
Hungarian biologist Irving Billig claims to have killed about fifty million rats in seven years. He argues rats show complex behavior such as organized hunting and strategic feeding, noting examples from Chicago stockyards and a 250 million US population estimate.
The Cleveland Press asks if a lawyer may represent a client who pleads not guilty after confessing to the attorney that he committed the crime. The piece weighs ethical duties, client confidentiality, and the right to a fair defense in criminal cases.
A 1917 British Bar Council report argues lawyers should not defend if a confession comes before proceedings as it embarrasses counsel. If confessed during proceedings or where defense counsel cannot exit without harming the accused, the lawyer should shield the client from conviction unless on competent evidence. The report warns against presenting false testimony or supporting an alibi that assumes the accused’s guilt is impossible.
Abraham Lincoln urges reverence for the law as the foundation of national life. He calls for all Americans to teach, preach, and enforce legal obedience across schools, churches, legislatures, and courts, uniting every social group in sacrifice to its protection.
Daily English lesson notes misused terms and pronunciations. Today's focus word is INCAPACITATE meaning to deprive of ability or disable. An example shows the phrase He was incapacitated by a long illness for clarity.
A rambling column notes burglars reverting to buying instead of stealing after reading price tags. It mentions a Scotch man and his musician son, a visitor’s quip on wealth, and a general urge that summer is near. Dick McCleery’s first speech is recalled, plus a war era salute joke and a church group update stressing diverse opinions.
A compilation of announcements from multiple candidates in Washington County for various offices. Several entrants state intentions to run in the June primaries under Republican or Democratic banners, including County Attorney Sheriff and Board of Supervisors terms. Multiple names appear with notes on party, term start, and primary date references.
The community notes two additional classes preparing to receive diplomas this spring. Graduation events mark the culmination of years of study and effort for the students and families involved.
DES MOINES May 20 INS T. J. Harrison of Waterloo led the Iowa association of personal finance companies as president. The odd house scene includes Gracie and Edward claimed to be arrested for speeding as a comic aside amid a string of miniature vignettes.
Des Moines reports funeral arrangements for P. J. Grace 65 who collapsed to a heart attack on a busy downtown street corner yesterday. The brief notes his death and location, with other town items on school administrators and local incidents.
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