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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1941
Page
4
A September 18 1941 Bible Thought Thursday salutes themes from Genesis reminding readers that life ends for all and possessions pass on to others. The meditation cites Abraham’s act of giving all to Isaac as a moral lesson on stewardship and legacy.
A county driver applying lipstick while riding caused a collision that startled onlookers into thinking she was fatally injured. The incident warns against applying makeup while driving on busy highways and ends with reflections on American liberty and self direction rather than a moral.
The author contrasts labor and industrial monopolies and notes a 1842 clash between Sauk Fox and Sioux with reported scalps. Military needs reduce living standards, divert spending from personal goods, and push for common sense and peace over war and high taxes.
The office of production management released figures showing each gun puff costs 900 dollars for a fourteen inch, 1600 dollars for a sixteen inch. Battleships cost 70 million, aircraft carriers 50 million, cruisers 20 to 30 million, destroyers 8 million, submarines 6 million, four engine bombers 500 thousand, light tanks 27000, medium tanks 67000, and heavy tanks 114000.
The Fairmont Sentinel warns of an alcoholic man’s violence risk and society’s supposed profits from drink. The Cherokee Times reports Canada’s wartime bread policy restricting sliced bread sales to conserve labor and electricity, enforcing single wrapping.
The Tama News-Herald notes that many people misunderstand sacrifice, contrasting the idea with daily routines such as driving to work even when homes and workplaces are nearby. It reflects on common assumptions about personal sacrifice in modern life.
A distant paper quotes a want ad offering 250 sheep for sale near Blue Earth due to dog problems. The ad states that buyers may take one or all sheep and is shared as an example of human interest in want ads.
Scientists report Earth gains about 125000 tons yearly from space dust and meteor ash. The planet’s mass is estimated at six sextillion tons, with the added weight forming a small but measurable increase.
In a cautious display Joe Palooka tiresome after a hard clash. The Marine dodges a smashing right and pivots away, pivoting expertly as the crowd watches the slow pace.
World gold production reached 371 million ounces in 1938 with the United States contributing about 4.25 million ounces from continental sources. The figure highlights the U S share of global mining output during the period.
A round robin is defined as a written petition or memorial protest with signatures arranged in a circle to avoid indicating any signer as first.
Eric, new to the country, travels with his cousin learning English during a camping trip. Coffee is poured from a thermos. Eric asks about more coffee in the "turmos jug." The cousin corrects him, saying it is thermos, not "turmas." After a tirade, Eric solemnly notes he got the "guys" part right.
A collage of courtroom exchanges and domestic quips shows lawyers press witnesses about marriage and sanity while humorous setups reveal misheard lines and family banter. The snippets weave legal cadence with social jokes and misadventures in daily life.
The American Philosophical Society, founded from Benjamin Franklin's 1727 Junto in Philadelphia, is the United States' oldest learned society. The group traces its origin to the coffeehouse discussions and early scientific exchanges led by Franklin.
A Cedar Rapids area home party featured Miss Night Blooming Census in her first appearance, described as the most exquisite blossom with pink stem and waxy white petals. The event drew many admirers, with stories of a wandering guest and a late surprise return as friends arrived to share the moment.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A BP and AF&AM calls for its regular meeting on the first Friday of each month. Lee Holland W M and A W Yard secretary provide the contact details for members.
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