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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1939
Page
4
A Wednesday September 20 1939 Bible Thought offers a guidance message from Job 22 21 urging acquaintance with divine wisdom to live in peace and receive goodness. The short reflection emphasizes choosing spiritual understanding to attain harmony.
A reflection on how many worthwhile efforts falter when they get bogged down in meetings. The text warns that excessive deliberation can derail momentum and prevent action on shared goals. It emphasizes practical progress over protracted discourse.
Dr. Arthur Atack formerly of the Washington Methodist Church moves this week to a new field in Aberdeen South Dakota as part of his ministerial program. His tenure in Washington was noted for patience energy diplomacy and sincerity and he leaves behind many friends who will miss him and his family.
Mrs. W. H. Smart suggests calling H. K. Gross a Gruesome Gross due to his voice. The item blends satirical notes on radio fame with a string of humorous vignettes about shopgirls, a Washington couple’s visit, and a window washer on a high sill offering a warning about safety and self confidence.
A writer argues that vague proposals fail in general meetings as participants cling to fixed positions. A definite recommendation tends to carry, while a promoter recalls starting with no meeting to organize success. Active community members should avoid endless deliberation and push clear motions.
Congressman Tom Martin told the Rotary Club that cash and carry neutrality risks widening conflicts abroad. He argued Americans cannot fix centuries old racial hatreds and warned that any push toward war profits is not worth the danger.
Seventy five applications filed in two days for civilian pilot training at Town State College. Prof. W A Bevan says the response follows the training corps program becoming available. Winterset reports an infantile paralysis outbreak calming with no new cases in days and seven affected individuals noted. A 14‑year‑old boy, Robert Commins, died from a disease while employed on a WPA project. most cases are mild and involve high school age children.
The writer argues that one murder in a story suffices and dislikes trends toward multiple violent plots. They compare contemporary literature with Wilkie Collins and earlier clever fiction, condemning today’s “short chaptered” froth and noting perceived foreign influence and societal divisions.
The article recounts a chorus girl introducing her young man to another chorus girl. The rival’s furious letter threatens violence, claiming six months of deception and vowing to scratch, pull hair, and throw objects. The message ends with a signature and a penmanship note.
A marginal comment on Betty's report card praises her work while noting she talks too much. Betty's father replies with a quip inviting the teacher to meet her mother. The item reflects light humor in a family note.
The listing includes Don Douglas J M Kerrigan Otto Krugger and Ann Todd among the ensemble. The note emphasizes renowned performers of the era and signals a high profile production.
Mrs J J Rich reports a Sunday mission meeting at the Eicher church with a noon picnic. Others visitations and family events fill the week including births, funerals, and gatherings around Mission neighbors. Names include Yoder Widmer White Rich and Freyenberger among many others.
The Iowa Supreme Court ordered a new trial in the 50,000 false arrest damage case filed by Eugene E. Drake of Omaha Nebraska against former Polk County Sheriff C. F. Keeling and two deputy sheriffs.
The federal oleomargarine tax is one-fourth of a cent per pound on uncolored margarine and ten cents per pound on colored varieties.
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