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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1934

Page

4

Bible Verse Reflects on Truth and Righteousness

The passage from Psalm 33:4-5 proclaims the Lord's words are right and true. It emphasizes His love of righteousness and judgment, and notes the earth is filled with the Lord's goodness.

Iowa primary voting rules explained for voters by Marion Anderson

The article explains Iowa law on party ballots in the primary. Voters may request any party ticket at the polls and affirm their choice if challenged by election judges. Voters may change party affiliation at the polling place in any election. The guidance aims to clear voters to ensure understanding.

Marion Anderson Iowa

Two Views of Mussolini Dictator Charismatic Leader

One of the era's most spectacular figures, Mussolini, the Italian dictator, has shaped world perception with his political rise. The passage notes a global trend toward racism influenced by his leadership and contrasts it with contemporary shifts toward communism, reflecting influences on England and America.

Mussolini Italy England America

Quotations on Mussolini in Esquire June issues

The piece cites two Esquire June articles on Mussolini, presenting contrasting portraits of the controversial leader. The text notes reader interest in these divergent views and previews the quotations that illustrate the starkly different depictions of the famed figure.

Esquire Mussolini

Mussolini as Moral Force and World Stage Figure

An assessment extols Mussolini's moral charisma, mass appeal, and self-belief driving Italy's national prestige. It mocks war roles, media mythmaking, and his image as a universal, stylish leader with frequent exploits in photographs and uniforms.

We Are The People Call For The People

A reader recalls a Fourth of July scene in a small Midwestern town where officials planned to address the crowd in a public park. A citizen shouted Make way yourself, We are the people, underscoring the enduring pushback against Washington’s representatives and their policies.

Washington Peopleto Gazette Stillwater Minn

Wayland Memorial Day Program Set for May 3

May 28 letter notes Memorial Day program to be held May 3 at 1 o'clock in the H & A auditorium. Invocation by Rev J J rriven and schedule details follow for local observances.

Wayland J. J. Rriven

Address and ceremony roles listed for Wapello event

The fragment lists a Song-Quartette and officers for a day event in Wapello. Roles include Commander of Day Sam Elder and Chairman Leonard Martin. Benediction by Rev Elmer Wasinger with attendees Mrs A W Wenger and Mrs Leroy Curry among others. Flowers by Grace Hebel and flag placing by George Barr and Harold Armstrong.

Elmer Wasinger Sam Elder

Peanut Nutrition Highlights Protein and Fat

A peanut’s composition shows high protein and fat content with vitamin B. Each pound of whole peanuts provides about a quarter pound of protein and nearly a half pound of fat.

British bookbinder claims smallest book in the world

A British bookbinder says he has produced the world’s smallest book, measuring three thirty seconds of an inch across. The tiny volume is band sewn with full Persian calligraphy and contains one letter per page, highlighting remarkable craftsmanship.

Nation recalls Guiteau relics of Garfield assassination

The pistol used to kill President Garfield and Guiteau's confession are moved to the National Museum. Guiteau hoped to remove Garfield and place Arthur in the presidency. He was hanged in 1882 for the crime and the event is framed as a caution about ambition and justice.

Guiteau Garfield James A. Garfield Ohio United States Chester A. Arthur New York

Weasels Help Control Mice Away From Farms

Wildlife investigators note that weasels are a natural aid to reduce mice numbers away from farm yards despite their reputation as a poultry hazard at times.

Riverside Pupils Stage Varied Program At School

On Thursday afternoon May 3 Riverside grade pupils will present a large program at the school building to which the public is invited. The program includes dramatic sketches Japanese scenes songs dances recitations a play and a class production titled Depend on Me performed by Riverside High School students.

Riverside Riverside School Geraldine Beebe Hal Holt Jackie Price Donnie Cress Patricia McCreedy Dean Hartzler Cook Glennys Marner Clementine Rummelhart Fred Luckey Dick Cress Betty Cress Whileen Luckey Take Joseph Hartzler Melvin Hartzler Taro’'s Ruby Roth Junior Marner LaVonne Karel Helen Bates Taro Lyle Luckey Richard Buenwalter Dorothy Meeks Donald Meeks Donald Rada Kenneth Kern Polly Eleanor Frost Lester Kenney Agatha North Kenneth Rada John Soukup Charles Helfrich Mr. Jenkins Robert Frost Dr. Flint Robert Workman Hiram Snodgrass Richard Buehwilter Jimmy Paddock Robert Petsel

Museum of plants and animals founded in ancient Alexandria

A museum composed of plants and animals existed in early times in Alexandria Egypt. It was founded by Ptolemy the blest and formed part of the local university.

Ptolemy the Blest Alexandria Egypt

Scannell Celebrates First Mass at St Josephs Iowa

Rev John Scannell will celebrate his first solemn mass at St Josephs church East Pleasant Plain Iowa on Thursday May 9 at 10 am. He is to be ordained by Most Rev Urban Wehr in Denver May 26 and will be joined at the altar by a slate of clergy including Rev Joseph Heller and Rev Y W Sendbu hler. A banquet follows and parish ladies serve lunch on church grounds.

Catholic Messenger John Sechannell Urban J Wehr Denver Colorado St. Joseph's Church East Pleasant Plain Iowa John Scannell Ottumwa George Hook Fast Pleasant Plain Pleasant Plain Consolidated School St. Ambrose College Davenport Kenrick Seminary Webster Groves St. Thomas Seminary Elerrey Joseph Heller Keokuk YW Sendbuehler St. Paul EF. P. Seidel Scannell

Amazing Things in Store for World of Tomorrow

Five hundred leaders in science and industry gathered at the Century of Progress to preview the next century. They foresaw airborne transport from ground stations, sunlight powered motors, disease elimination, trans ocean flights, and low cost housing while aiming for longer life and better living conditions.

Chicago Alfred P. Sloan Jr General Motors Corporation Jules Verne

A Journal Pilgrim to Panama By Dr BR Continued

A narrator reflects on Navy life and its benefits, praising officers, pensions, and the dream of retired sailors. He recalls radio officers, the ship Zacapa, and the Navy’s role in protecting ships and aiding nations, while contrasting home and sea life.

Panama Dr. BR T' Navy Zacapa Navy Ih Navy Oklahoma North Dakota Havana National Hotel Riehmann Annapolis Cotm Pass

Des Moines Weather Outlook for Late May to Early June

Weather forecast covers May 28 to June 2 for the upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys and the northern and central Great Plains. General showers expected largely in the first half of the week with unsettled conditions later. temperatures near normal to slightly above in most areas.

Des Moines Mississippi Missouri Great Plains Oor

Memorial Day Service Draws Large Richmond Crowd

A large crowd gathered in Richmond yesterday afternoon for Memorial Day events led by Rev Carlow Klein of Washington. The program featured music recitations drills and children’s performances plus a Richmond Methodist quartet. Services were in Richmond Park followed by grave readings at Richmond and Catholic cemeteries.

Richmond Carlow, Klein Washington Richmond Methodist Quartet

Milk certification standards clarified by medical commission

The medical commission confirms that certified milk meets strict standards. It must not exceed a material count of one quota per centimeter and adheres to defined per cent rules.

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