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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1939
Page
4
The column cites James 3 13 and quotes Lindbergh criticizing European quarrels fueling war. It argues neutrality as prudent, urges America to avoid war and lead by example. It recalls Americans who fought in World War I as urging restraint and peaceful living.
As declarations of war spread, Washington sees a rush to buy sugar and other staples. Local merchants warn of looming shortages and await government measures amid rising prices and consumer anxiety.
The Republicans press a plan to keep the United States out of war while cutting wasteful spending and reforming taxes. They seek repeal of the undistributed corporate earnings tax, revision of the tax structure, and removal of federal monetary authority. They call for labor act amendments, define government competition with private business, aid farmers and workers, rehabilitate railroads, study reciprocal trade effects, tighten regulations, and reject ill considered laws.
The discussion notes a sugar and wheat surplus in the United States reducing pressure on prices. A short stock market boom cooled as buyers re-evaluated prospects. The piece warns of a potential run toward commodity price inflation, stressing the burden on fixed incomes.
Ken Hour, an old classmate visiting from Vancouver, Washington, played golf with locals. He shot 44 on the Washington course after nine strokes in the trees on hole nine, despite a strong first round showing in the high thirties. His return visit is welcomed after eight years away.
Riverside speakers urge avoiding European entanglements and criticize U S military readiness. Hon Thomas E Martin of Iowa City warns cash and carry munitions policy and says the United States must build up munitions for years. Attorney Baldridge concurs America should stay out of European fights.
Dr. M. Biehle, Berlin medical expert, urges singing as a health restorer for high blood pressure. He studied 83 professional singers, none of whom had high blood pressure, and extended trials to hospital patients using a diet of song tailored to each patient.
The Association of American Railroads reports the typical freight haul has risen by 100 miles over 25 years, now averaging 355 miles. The finding highlights longer hauls across American railroads and broader routing.
The quote by Dinah Mulock explores the comfort of speaking freely to a trusted person without fear of judgment. It emphasizes the faithful hand that sorts thoughts, preserves what matters, and dispels the rest with kindness.
A miscellany notes Henry VIII’s rumor of perfume carried in a cane top, hints at cultural rites among Muslims, suggests daylight saving time in some lands, and mentions Japan using a phone as loan collateral. Silk is claimed to burn to ashless residue in this odd collection.
Tommy tells his mother a teacher asked about their family and siblings. He replies that he is an only child, and the teacher thanks him, prompting a moment of sighing.
Valley sept 16 after thefts in the area two men were found asleep under the trees near the churchyard where children attend Sunday school. questions about their origin were evasive. a car with license 5 2140 was seen, and the thefts included a tarpaulin and lightning rod cables from the Valley school and former Dave Augustine farm buildings.
A poor man thanks a rich friend for a five pound loan and jokes the money will be sent back. The rich man cryptically names Fairview cemetery as his address, suggesting a darker meaning to the repayment. A separate joke about a husband and his supposed bad habits contrasts polish with irony.
A comet grows brighter as it nears the sun then fades quickly after passing its closest approach. Astronomers note the object becomes visible with the naked eye briefly before dimming and moving away from Earth.
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