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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1946
Page
5
The column argues for prudent spending and restrained speculation as meat price controls end and the public polity remains under representative government. It warns against runaway price spikes, urges buying only as needed, and calls for common sense to stabilize the economy despite uncertainty.
The article contrasts American self reliance with Japanese defeatism, urges calm in a free economy, and notes General McArthur’s progress in democratizing Japan. It then discusses Fairfield lake naming options, favoring a Wakeje-based name and praising Keokuk, with a vision of a 22 mile shoreline and 1000 homes in Jefferson County.
A tramp asks for food at an English house named George and the Dragon. The landlady refuses with a sharp denial. He returns after a pause asking for a few words with George.
A fragment describes a man praising his polite young son who spots empty streetcar seats and races a passenger to claim one. The passage shifts to a wife’s fashion, noting Milady wears toeless shoes and the speaker wears toeless socks.
The wife suspects a maid is reading mail after noting the mail man delivered a birthday greeting from Aunt Alice and the maid then baked a cake. The exchange between the husband and wife highlights a playful suspicion about privacy in domestic life.
A quiz asks for the longest English word and hints it follows the line And now a Word from our sponsor. The column frames the query as a playful language puzzle without naming the actual term.
A local astronomer’s young son asked his mother what stars are made of and why they light the night sky. The mother begins to explain the science behind stellar composition and celestial motion.
A boy rejects sharing details about his family asking his father for information. The speaker notes that nobody wants to know so much about them, highlighting secrecy and distant curiosity.
Mr Binks asks about wedding purchases and Mrs Binks confirms buying items for herself including a suit shoes gloves and a hat. The exchange shows a practical approach to wedding preparations with emphasis on dress and accessories.
A garage owner balks at a fourteen dollar painting quote and calls it outrageous. The painter retorts that paying less means they will picket the site, signaling a heated stand off over the job.
A campus hat shop owner plans to display new Lat. in the window as gossip spreads about a tall good looking unmarried new professor arriving next week. A shop assistant confirms she has seen his picture and notes his age. Od
Mrs. Paul Harvey entertained the Pythian Past Chiefs association in the K P hall on Thursday evening. After a brief business session three bridge tables were used with Mrs. Will Matucha taking high score while Mrs. Howard Hotle had the low and Mrs. Paul Deimerly won the traveling prize. Refreshments followed served by the hostess and her daughter Mrs. Paul Deimerly. Next meeting set for Mrs Owen Grec ian's home.
Twenty one members and two children attended the October meeting of the Jairie Flower Missionary Society at the church. Mrs. Ezra Smith and Martha Thrasher hosted. Devotions led by Mrs. Reeves focused on Prayer. A board of thanks for European relief clothing was read and committees named for an upcoming supper and church clean up. The lesson on Japan was reviewed by Mrs. Scott. A letter from an observer of the atomic bomb was read. Next meeting set for November 14 with Earl Booth and eco-hostess Don Cave.
Mrs Duane Griggs and Mrs Shrum Lewis co hosted last evening at Griggs home for 16 members of the Handcraft department section four of the Fortnightly club. Guests included Mrs Kenneth Blecha Mrs Don Martin and Mrs Daryl Dodder. Leader Mrs James Kirneyv conducted the business meeting and a letter was read.
The Child Study department reports on a new disposal system. Margaret Applegate and Nyla Reinier led a program where blind women of Iowa stuffed animals for the YWCA Christmas party. Refreshments were served.
Approximately one third of all ten accidents occur in the home according to the report. It highlights domestic risks and urges precautionary measures for household safety.
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