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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1931
Page
4
A compact Bible thought reflecting on Psalm 66 10 12. Praises God for testing and guiding believers through hardship to a prosperous end. Includes quoted lines about trials and deliverance and the verse range Psalm 66 10 12.
The column reflects on recent rain, noting two years of drought, a sprained spell, and a lingering dark cloud from the west. It suggests moisture may be returning and that the town has not dried up despite dry spells, with another cloud gathering by Monday afternoon.
An editorial argues President Hoover efforts to ready the country for harsh winter conditions show honesty and intelligence. It defends his decisions while noting global postwar turmoil, England's economic strain, and the risk of stampeding public opinion. The piece questions alternate leadership and cites world disorder, war burdens, and the beer industry's economic role.
A collage of personal notes on embarrassment from a classroom moment and a long argument against reintroducing alcohol sales. It cites Muscatine Iowa saloon history, wartime employment, and broader economic impacts, arguing prohibition benefits dairy and other industries while liquor raises unemployment and family hardship.
A fragmented text notes misused terms and pronunciation guidance. It hints at examples like words meaning genuineness and criticism and stresses distinctions in usage and accent. It references synonyms such as guide direct conduct and leadership.
Ragged front office notes mix domestic foibles with sports scraps. A golfer Mr Meyers hits a hole in one only to knock a blue bird from the sky, while Ralph Thompson posts four over the fence in rapid sequence. Ed Wells loses an arm but returns to golf with a left hand stroke.
The Farm Bureau urges 4H sub members to set definite plans for 1932 and to involve county agents for next year’s projects. Early planning aims to boost performance at the next show, while parents are urged to support youth in 4H work. The note emphasizes practical experience, competition, and enrollment in 4H clubs for 1931 and 1932.
September calendar advises disinfecting cave walls and floors with coal tar solution and whitewash for a brighter barn, apply eight ounces of chloride of lime per gallon for added disinfectant, avoid overpasturing clover, leave some growth to prevent winter kill, remodel if needed, fill low spots in the barnyard, start feeding silage if pasture is scant, and place a conveniently located bin for mixed feed to save steps.
Report of County Cow Testing Assn for August notes 229 cows tested 21.6 butterfat and 525 lbs milk average. Ashby herd 687 lbs milk 254 butterfat. Stafford herd two high cows 22 butterfat. Daisy grade Holstein produced 1,? pounds of milk with 54.7 butterfat. Katie grade Guernsey produced 1276 pounds milk with 52.3 butterfat. Pasture hay seeding dead due to two dry years. many hay and pasture seedings failed. Extension specialist Dyas cautions against fall alfalfa or clover sowing. winter risk high.
Iowa honey producers face winter shortages as many colonies lack stores. State apiarist F B Paddock warns some hives may unite to reduce losses, and a uncertain honey flow prevents relying on new stores.
Washington junior college football faces Creston in a week long preparation period with vigorous workouts. Coach Freshwater aims to stage at least one scrimmage with the high school before the clash. Four veterans return from last year, but fresh candidates have joined, including a former backfield star, Westermark, and new sigourney recruit Johnson. Backfield contenders Kiesey Ahrens Marshall Fur Little compete for spots while line hopefuls Booth Turner Bowes Watson Layton Brown Kern Johnson Westermark Skola Young McGraw Montgomery Carris push for positions.
Twenty people drowned when a typhoon capsized a small boat off Negros island as the storm inundated southern highways. The typhoon weakened before reaching Manila, with reports noting the perilous seas beyond the capital.
School groups including Hi-Y and Girl Reserve plan week long membership drives and a large banquet. At a morning assembly at the high school Don Welsh, Hi-Y president, spoke on principles and benefits of membership while Leigh W. Soule outlined winter events. Campaigns begin with a special assembly tomorrow and run through Wednesday and Friday.
Skies were cloudy across the state except the northwest where a fair spell was noted. Temperatures ranged from 46 at Inwood to 84 at Keota with heavy rainfall totals including 1.68 inches in Town City and substantial amounts in Dubuque and Cedar Rapids.
Drama department of the Fortnightly club advances plans for a three act religious play The Rock focusing on Simon Peter with Mrs C B Williams directing The project aims for public announcement in coming days and involves intensive makeup and stage craft discussions at a department meeting hosted by Mrs C J Williams and attended by several members.
Moyle and Allen two young American aviators who died during a night flight near Nome, Alaska, were reported safe today as they prepared to begin the final leg of their Pacific crossing from Seattle. Their earlier radio silence and the collapse of the Siberian leg trail were noted, with locals recalling a near Cape Narvarin departure and a dramatic reappearance before their landing near Nome.
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