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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1934
Page
4
Daily Bible Thought for Tuesday May 20 1934 quotes Deuteronomy about God as Rock and perfect work and notes that constructive activity yields growth. It warns against idleness and pessimism, urging aspiration and vision.
The experimental Denver to Chicago Burlington aluminum train ran non stop in a fuel cost under $18, a long distance time record and a major step in economical transportation progress. It highlights railway innovation to cut equipment costs while hauling large loads with lighter gear.
The entity states that the cost of operation prompts fundamental changes aimed at benefiting the public. Officials emphasize that reforms focus on efficiency and service delivery to residents.
The piece previews the 1934 Iowa primaries on June 4 with focus on property tax relief and the governors race. It highlights Republican contenders Dan Turner and Bob Calflesh, cites Knutson’s gross income tax idea, and notes Democratic Governor Herring’s likely renomination while stressing tax policy as the key issue for voters.
The column prints a clash of two letters on hen or rooster and advises withdraws. it includes satirical items about poppy sellers at the Century of Progress and a string of miscellaneous clippings from music theater poems and jokes. It references Marguerite Newell Heldt Casper Wyoming verses and local notes from Washington Iowa and Rochester Chronicle.
H J Klingler president of the Pontiac Motor Company notes a strong run of replacements as the car market extends beyond the usual spring rush. He cites two record months in March and April, a slight May production rise, and shrinking dealer stocks indicating rising retail Pontiac sales and growing dealer interest. Mrs James Watts and son Teddy visited Mt Pleasant for the weekend.
G Taylor of Crawfordsville dies after ten year decline in health. Funeral held at three o clock conducted by Rev A N Porter with interment in Crawfordsville cemetery. Born Sept 27 1853 near Cambridge Ohio he moved to Kansas then to Crawfordsville in 1909 with wife Fidelia Smylie. He served as elder in churches in Blue Mound Kansas and Crawfordsville and taught Bible class for over twenty years.
Oldsmobile reports higher production in the first five months of 1934 than all of 1933. General Manager Le McCuen says the Lansing plant runs two shifts daily to meet orders. Payrolls hit a new high with staff exceeding 1929 peaks. Demand for Oldsmobile Sixes and Eights remains strong as June schedules rise.
Miss Irene Zillmer returned from a visit with her sister Mrs. Dave Milles of Webl and Miss Helen Zillmar a Rossie teacher. Rossie schools closed for the summer and Miss Helen will spend most of the season with her parents the Charles Zillmers. Virginia Ann Mills, three, accompanied by her Mills family, and Virginia Osborn, daughter of Dr and Mrs Thomas Osborn, left Friday for Chicago for Northwestern University commencement Poppy day and Rooster day all on the same Saturday May 246. Poppies selling well and plans for summer visits noted.
In 1880, under a divine revelation, Joseph Smith founder of the Mormon church, designated the village of Kirtland as The Promised Land amid the churchs growth in Ohio.
Rev. Vernon H. Carter led worship for the Ministerial Association of Washington county and environs at the YMCA. Rev. A. H. Miller offered prayer and Rev. Rh. J. Allread gave the closing benediction. Dr. S. P. Telford read an original Memorial Day poem. Thirty attended and Family Day is set for Tuesday, June 26.
Representative John Speidel of Washington spoke Sunday delivering a Memorial address at Mt. Union, correcting prior report that it occurred in New London yesterday.
The District Court of Washington County Iowa holds a suit filed by Keota Lumber and Fuel Co against A M Corcoran seeking 3347.40 plus 41.11 in interest and costs for nonpayment of lumber. The petition asks for attachment and a default warning is issued if Corcoran fails to appear by September 10 1934.
The writer recounts travel from the Caribbean into tropical seas aboard a U S ship. Sailors share sea stories about balloons and frog legs with a fishing tale of red snappers. Flying fish, porpoises, and seasick-free days mark the voyage toward Providence Island and Cristobal.
About six people attended at the Leslie Gates home as County Agent reports growing enthusiasm for Farm Bureau meetings. Earle Libe spoke on Butter-Making giving an excellent talk on the subject.
A fragment outlines various program features and a project scope. It highlights an array of topics and potential enhancements without specific details or dates. The readable text hints at planned elements and future considerations for the broader initiative.
Cedar Rapids lawyer Charlies W. Meeks will deliver an address at Haskins Church Sunday afternoon at three o clock. The public is invited to attend the service and address.
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