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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1932
Page
4
A devotional line from Psalm 35 27 urges joy for those who favor God’s righteous cause and to continually praise the Lord for the prosperity of His servant. The text emphasizes praise and divine approval as central themes.
The town confirms a renamed road south of Wayland now called the Wayland Way, linking to the Washington Henry county line. Residents praise the new route as a long awaited improvement and urge broader rural road expansion as funds allow. Good roads are praised as a practical, dividend paying investment that lengthens car life cuts fuel use and strengthens community ties.
The article describes four corner Christmas trees framing the square and holiday window displays that bring warmth to the city. Despite economic hardship, residents vow to carry on with Christmas spirit and communal resolve.
Review notes the Washington Merry Go Round at the State this week as a big year’s picture with a strong emphasis on clean politics. It highlights Manager Pratt’s strong attractions, the rise of stage artists in films, and stars like the Barrymores, Helen Hayes, and Ruth Chatterton boosting the industry.
Lloyd McCall writes from Amsterdam after leaving London with stops at Ostend Bruges and Ghent on the way to Brussels. He notes cheap prices in Brussels and describes local life including dogs pulling carts and a wedding in a court room observed in a public building.
The writer describes Alkmaar cheese market with large 24 kilo rounds laid on wooden platforms and carried by two men, city run weighers, and quiet canal city life. They note bicycles, canals replacing trucks, wooden shoes, and a general affinity for America amid Dutch calm and orderly manners.
Congratulating Superintendent and Mrs. Rodgers of Cotter on the safe arrival of Joan Marie their first born at Washington county hospital Friday morning Nov 18. The verse celebrates marriage, family growth, and the Rodgers children with playful lines and festive wishes from Win Owen.
A compact English lessons piece by W. H. Gordon listing commonly misused phrases. It contrasts phrases like occurred three years ago with transpired three years ago and defines synonyms for prodigality and extravagance, including waste excess and lavishness.
The By The Way column notes the Chicago Rotary Club presented retiring coach Alonzo Stagg with an electric banjo clock during a widely broadcast meeting. Christmas trees line the square as stores show decorations, and a mystery gift from Box 25, Ainsworth Iowa, includes framed poems.
A reflective piece argues character labels shape moral action and credit. The narrator contrasts moral identity with public perception, suggesting behavior depends on the “flag you fight under” rather than true virtue.
The Remembrancer urges readers to send poetry prose fiction or opinions to the Journal office for the upcoming Literary Supplement. First prize offers a free copy of By-Ways. The suggested topic is Whats Wrong With the World in up to 150 words.
A fragment quotes a moral line about wisdom and folly, noting that even a wise man can appear foolish in the presence of fools. The line underscores social dynamics and judgment within groups.
A verse meditation contrasts Eve leading fashion with a subdued male in stale garb. It lauds female progress and independence while critiquing patriarchal norms, ending with a jubilant refrain praising the female.
Washington reports President Hoover will veto the pending beer legalization proposal. Rumors say his stance could trigger a special session after March 4. Close aides confirm opposition and favor a constitutional amendment to tighten prohibition and shield dry states.
Misa Mildred Horton hosted a bridge party for friends during Thanksgiving vacation. Local residents attended gatherings at multiple homes including Mrs. Mary Long and families from Richland, Davenport, and Columbia Missouri. The Livingstone news notes a funeral, travel to Denver, and several social visits among families in Brighton and nearby towns.
The sage Hi Ho of Chinatown says a friendship built on exchange of favors is merely barter. His remark appears in a Washington Star opinion context reflecting on reciprocal kindness and social bonds.
An enrollment fee of 5.00 reserves a place for a child at Beacon City for the World’s Fair. The remaining 29.95 is due on arrival. Lodging meals fair admission parking and daily lectures and Chicago transportation are included. The June program targets boys and girls with group housing and supervision.
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