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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1941
Page
3
Dr Henry Paul argues many vitamin capsules exceed daily needs, wasting nutrients that should be conserved for defense. He calls for reduced doses to prevent shortages, notes unknown vitamin needs of the elderly, and cites vitamin B easing nerves as a defense strength factor.
The article warns that low priced broad loom carpet should not be laid wall to wall. It notes that such carpets bound to buckle and stretch, becoming obvious when fitted around hearths, odd corners, or stairs.
Sizing is a process that treats textile yarns and fabrics with substances like glue gelatin gum and clay to impart strength and stiffness. It involves coating fibers to improve weave stability and handling during weaving and finishing operations.
The notice lists train numbers and departure times for West Bound No 8 Davenport Kansas City local at 2 20 am and 9 58 am No 25 Southwest Limited, East Bound No 8 Kansas City Davenport local at 1 45 am and 6 14 pm No 26 Southwest Limited at 1 19 am daily plus buses Eastbound from Washington at 3 45 pm 12 10 am and 11 28 am with tickets at the bus depot and North Side Square Candy Kitchen.
In spring a clash over Saturday afternoons ends with Mr. Greer conceding a noon closing option if work is complete. Bessie Button, entangled with a potential date Harvey Overland, witnesses the shift as a fawned over mystery man arrives, and a wire coupe departure signals a new social turn.
A discussion on whether Robin Hood was a real person or a legendary figure. It notes early mentions in Langland and Wyntown, later in Scott’s Ivanhoe, and the view of some historians that he may be a historical man despite scant evidence.
Dietrich is credited with popularizing trousers for women, challenging gender norms in 20th century fashion. Her bold on screen and public appearances helped shift perceptions of women's attire and modern style.
The Puerto Rico government bulletin states that life in the tropics mirrors home, with work and survival still demanding effort. Beachcombers cling to city fringes, begging for sustenance, while Northerners who go native face harsh conditions and continued need to work.
Cape Agulhas lies at latitude 34 51 30 S and longitude 19 56 30 E about 100 miles ESE of the Cape of Good Hope. Its highest point rises 455 feet above sea level.
A portion of shad roe may contain from 25 000 to 150 000 eggs.
Suffolk County Historical Society on Long Island challenges Betsy Ross as originator of the first American flag. The John Hulbert flag inscription, carried by Hulbert's Third Regiment company from Fort Ticonderoga to Philadelphia in 1775, is seen by visitors at a New York World's Fair exhibit. Repair crews reportedly found the banner in Hulbert’s house walls. The flag features six pointed stars in cross shapes on a blue field ending at the sixth stripe. The NY group suggests Washington may have drawn the idea from Hulbert’s banner, seen by Continental Congress members in Philadelphia late 1775.
Police seized a bag of live cats from youths who said they planned to sell them for 50 cents each to a man making fur slippers. No law banned stray cat gathering, so the boys were charged with disorderly conduct and the cats given to the Wisconsin Humane Society as lawmakers prepare a ban bill.
Gilbert Consulich of New York argues that execution of juveniles remains possible in many states despite liberalizing trends. He criticizes capital punishment as ineffective and cites 18 states excluding felonies from juvenile courts and 19 states granting concurrent adult jurisdiction.
Ralph Shannon walks with a clouded head after news of a grandson born to Bob and Virginia Shannon in Ogden Utah. Debby Duke returns to Chicago with aunt Lola Wells Hughes. Eunice Hammer Waymack married Dr Haddon W James in Santa Fe New Mexico. Mrs M C De Long oversees family photos. District farm bureau delegates gather at North Side cafe. Rats in empty buildings alarm locals as homeowners struggle with vacant houses. Jim Schmoeller seeks a Kodak picture. Ed McGee, grandson of the Nicholson couple, visits.
The piece highlights local recognition for Mrs Dorothy Anderson executive director of the New York Dress Institute wife of Donald Anderson and sister in law to Mrs Emma C Anderson and Mrs T L Brookhart. It notes Miss Eva Denny’s lengthy service and praise for current organizers Mrs Grace Stephen and Mrs Ruth Lytle. Mrs Anderson’s pictured feature in last night’s Journal is mentioned.
In February 1887 President Grover Cleveland vetoed the Texas seed bill arguing that while the people support the government the government should not support the people. The statement reflects Cleveland’s stance on government aid and public policy during his administration.
A report notes that thirty five states have enacted laws requiring headlights to be dimmed when another vehicle is approaching. The measure aims to reduce glare and improve night driving safety across these jurisdictions.
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