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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1944
Page
12
As election night nears President Roosevelt appears poised for another four years in the White House. The New Deal would continue its regime and the public mood seems to favor his leadership for the presidency beyond the current term.
The piece reflects quiet streets after an election night with memories of past celebrations. It notes the Republican Get Out the Vote dinner hosted by Theodore Dailey and Mrs. E K Stutsman, praising the service and teamwork. Updates include locals moving to winter homes in Palm Springs and rental details surfacing for seasonal stays.
The piece argues the fourth term issue plagued President Roosevelt as federal workers and their allies bolstered his win. It notes a widening rural city divide with cities backing Roosevelt and rural areas backing Dewey, aside from the solid south. It commends Governor Dewey and Bricker for their bold campaign and stresses ongoing national and international challenges.
Men who have known life but lost zest are urged to try Tromone a medical formula combining vitamins and hormones. The ad claims it renews vigor, spirit and enjoyment for middle aged men and controls lasting vitality. Sold by Geo McDaniel Druggist and druggists nationwide.
Wellston residents attended the fall meeting at the Wellston school house with a supper and games for children. Several neighbors traveled to Washington for visits including Mr. and Mrs. Chris Brinning and others. The Wilsons and McClellands hosted Sunday visits and some neighbors began embowering corn while Lloyd stayed home from school to husk for Cloyea Hayes.
The expression bred in the purple is defined as indicating a sire or dam who is a U S champion or, less often, an international champion, used by kennel writers in magazines and newspapers.
A collection of quick strips and gags on stamps patience with pets and misheard fares. Jokes touch on mail stamps Fido hats independent beauty and a Scot on a train ending with a playful bushel of punchlines. The snippets showcase light domestic and social humor with unlikely remarks and audience chuckles.
The Handcraft department of the Fortnightly club held a November meeting with 16 members and one guest Mrs Clifford Reeves. Four new members were welcomed and Thanksgiving quotations were shared during roll call. Mrs Fred L Stewart presided. program led by Mrs Ivan Keimel with a paper on Conservation in Handcraft and a story reading by Mrs Rehmel.
Mr and Mrs Robert E Lowe announce the engagement of their daughter Bess Marie Lowe Specialist 3/c of the WAVES to Richard L Watt Des Moines son of Mr and Mrs A S Watt of Iowa City The wedding is planned for December.
At the Noble Grand Circle gathering 23 guests attended hosted by Leona Kos. A committee was formed to plan a cooperative supper for members and families on Tuesday November 14 at the IOOF hall.
The St James Parent Teacher Association met yesterday afternoon at the school with 13 members and two sisters present. Mrs Frank Kos presided and announced the second room won the attendance prize for most mothers. The meeting closed with the Lord's prayer and refreshments were served by the entertainment committee led by Mrs Clem Adams, Mrs John Mattes, and Mrs Wilbur Richardson.
Digitalis is used in small amounts as a heart medicine. It helps regulate heart activity and improve efficiency in certain heart conditions, according to traditional medical practice.
Novembers unusual weather finds Mrs. Lloyd Luers noting a bucket of ripe tomatoes picked on the second day of November in White Oak. Doris Johnson hosted a Halloween party for the local school children, with guests from Washington staying for supper and church services at New Haven followed by a slumber party.
Pfc. Glen Dickinson US Marine Corps and Merle Dickinson GM1c US Navy are home on furlough at Cy Dickinson's residence after serving overseas. Ted Mayer from the Army Air Corps also returns on furlough, with LeRoy A/S of US wedding trip plans ongoing.
A cleaning note describes starching thinly worn tablecloths and napkins to add body and a fresher appearance after rinsing.
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