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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1938
Page
6
A brief reflection stresses two kinds of discontent. Active discontent spurs achievement and success. passive wringing of hands loses what one has. The note cites Deuteronomy 16 20 and attributes the sentiment to Graham.
The article traces origins of units from the Egyptian cubit to the inch and yard, noting shifting standards and the move from handcrafted parts to mass production. It highlights how standardized measures enable interchangeable components in modern machinery and industry.
A Montana drug store owner argues government checks burden small towns and questions the end of welfare payments. The piece cites Byrd’s forecast of 1948 federal spending exceeding last year by 600 million and calls for reviving private enterprise to curb deficits.
The speaker contrasts old and new measurement concepts noting yards and rods have standardized lengths. He states a yard remains a fixed unit, a rod equals sixteen feet, and that uniformity makes things easier than in Noah’s era when only the ark was a pattern.
The Connecticut Highway Safety Commission sponsored a statewide conference led by Burton W. Marsh of the American Automobile Association who urged that 59000 lives could have been saved nationwide since 1928 if the state record were universal. He stressed driver education and a social taboo against drinking and driving and urged every state to follow Connecticut’s example to make highways safer.
A change in habits described as the electric shaver lets businessmen sleep longer. The text notes men working in business houses around the square now shave at work, adding up to about thirty minutes of extra morning rest.
T. L. Brookhart shot seven birdies early and stands far ahead in the country club score tournament. If he keeps this pace he may card a birdie on all eighteen holes as the season progresses.
A man described his method of evaluating every candidate by sleeping on each merit overnight. By primary time he decides exactly whom to vote for based on a night of contemplation.
An optimistic speaker vows to rise after a seventeen hour rest while a pessimist enters a shorter rest and predicts Gees Up again in seven hours.
A column of pro progress thoughts urges steady daily effort and action. It urges deeper digging when tough and dismisses failure by paving paths forward. It counters doubt with doers mindset and emphasizes earning through work. It muses on enthusiasm, self worth, and the fun of busy days.
The excerpt presents satirical quips on daylight saving time and social topics. It includes lines about the Golden Rule being impractical, a motto about keeping overhead down, and remarks from a Washington woman about worry across generations. The tone mixes humor and social commentary.
A husband asks about his wife's smoking habit and she replies humorously that she does blaze up now and then. The remark highlights a light domestic moment and playful banter within a small family scene.
Russell halted a Journal staff member and asked about family pride then claimed his grand-nephew just finished graduation festivities though the child has not yet reached five years old. He added his great grandnephew was born on February 20th.
Health officials recall 1937 drive when 8000+ people sought birth records. many lacked registrations. Divisions mail free registration notices for post July 1 1924 births. write local or State Health Department to verify.
In the September term 1938 L. E. Southwick as assignee files against Lloyd Shetler a petition for $347.73 from an unpaid Chicago Store account 1914 1916 at Kalona Iowa. The case notes nonresidency since 1917 and seeks attachment against assets in the state including funds with administrator Isaiah P. Yoder. Default and judgment possible if not appearing by September 12 1938.
Des Moines may 19. Livestock authorities declare war on hog cholera the worst swine destroyer. Officials say annual losses could rise from 20 million to 39 million due to outbreaks. 30 agents and 4,900 veterinarians will aid prevention urging vaccination before outbreaks.
H. M. Shevnan, a Chicago rupture shield expert, will demonstrate the Zoetie Shield at the Colenso Hotel Washington on Saturday May 21 from 6 AM to 6 PM. The device claims immediate results, does not use straps or medicines, and allegedly strengthens parts to close the opening in about ten days. Address 6441 N Richmond St, Chicago.
A. H. Hoffman, president of Yeoman Mutual Life announces a plan to rename the company American Mutual Life Insurance Company. The change, submitted to policyholders, would take effect after the June annual meeting. He cites broader national scope and alignment with modern trends in old-line companies. The firm reports assets of 26.85 million and more than 77 million paid to policyholders and beneficiaries since organization.
Knoxville Branch No 430 operates daily except Sunday at 9 58 a m westbound Davenport Kansas City local departs No 25 Southwest Limited departs at 149 p m eastbound Kansas City Davenport local departs 6 08 p m No 26 Southwest Limited arrives signals indicate cadence 1 20 a m Nos 8 and 9 daily except Sunday W C Bell agent.
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