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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1933
Page
4
Kittenball craze praised as wholesome town activity
A defense of kittenball as a national favorite highlights its American spirit and wide participation. The piece argues the sport promotes sportsmanship, physical development, and community goodwill, calling it a wholesome recreation linking mental and physical fitness for all ages.
How Fast Are We Moving
The writer notes a admitted gain in business activity over the past weeks with prices rising modestly. Indices show the low points in 1932 33 and a steady climb, led by general business ahead of stocks and commodities. The index reaches 74 1 points, averaging about 23 points per year, seen as a solid but cautious improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Shorter Hours and Minimum Wage Foresaw by Citizen
A Local Citizen argues before Congress for a mandated 30 hour week with a minimum wage to curb unemployment. He cites Roosevelt estimates of 45 million dependents and 9 of 24 citizens in breadlines, urging a government funded program with a six billion plan to spur employment and stabilize the economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Congress
Roosevelt
Evening Notes From The Y Club Page
A light column features club updates and quirky anecdotes including a new Y's Men’s president, a violent past event, a milk exploding soda mishap, Emmett Hayes birthday, and a humorous poem shortfall. Also coverage hints at local readings, author notices, and an endearing child’s bedtime prayer.
Jackson Township Farm Bureau Meeting At Pleasant Plain
The Jackson township farm bureau holds its regular monthly meeting at Pleasant Plain schoolhouse this Friday at 8 15 pm. Moving pictures will follow the local program. Joe Knotek serves as president and invites all residents to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Farm Bureau
Jackson Township Farm Bureau
Pleasant Plain
Moving Pictures
Joe Knotek
Local Socials and Visits Highlight Brighton May Week
Brighton residents list visits from Alberqurque, Fairfield, and Richland. Families gathered for birthdays and a covered dish supper at the White home while others attended Maxine Burch's funeral in Birmingham. A hospital update notes Joe Buzzard recovering after a truck accident.
Rural school exercises to be in Washington Friday
Mrs H W Mineart notes the rural school events in Washington on Friday. Vera Tucker Leota Garrett Jesse and Donald Bower graduate from Indian Creek. Velta Farrier visited near Washington last week. Mrs John McClintic spent Friday at her Wayland home. The Stout baby has recovered. H W Mineart family visited Roy Lamancky south of Brighton. Mr and Mrs Taylor Stout visited Burling ton Saturday. Clara Garrett called in Washington Sunday. Mrs Frazier hosted seven girls after school for Ruths 12th birthday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Vera Tucker
Leota Garrett
Jessie
Donald Bower
Indian Creek
Velta Farrier
John McClintic
Wayland
Stout
H. W. Mineart
Roy Lamancky
Brighton
Taylor Stout
Burlington
Clara Garrett
Mrs. Frazier
Ruth
Columbus Junction Social Notes Highlight Local Visits
Miss Pearl Manley returns from Muscatine visit with aunt Mrs Henry Tisor. J C Richie of Allerton visits brother J C Richie en route to Inaola where he has settled. United Presbyterian first class to meet Friday with Mrs Grace Robertson. Mrs Randall Gentner and daughter Virginia back from Rock Island. Beatrice Simmons visits Davenport. Barbara Tucker set to graduate June 1 from University of Oregon Eugene Oregon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Manley
Henry Tisor
Muscatine
J. C. Richie of
Allerton
J. C. Ritchie
Inlanola
United Presbyterian Church
Columbus City
Grace Robertson
Randall Gentner
Virginia
Rock Island
Beatrice Simmons
Davenport
Barbara Tucker
Aberdeen
Wash
E. B. Tucker
University of Oregon
Eugene
Oregon
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