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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1931

Page

4

Bible Thought: Stand in the Gate of the Lord

The message urges all who enter the gates to worship the Lord to listen to the word of the Lord as spoken in Jeremiah 7:2. It emphasizes reverence at worship and obedience to divine guidance.

No Bloodshed Yet in Cedar County Tuberculin Debate

Citizens await resolution as Cedar county discusses the costly tuberculin test campaign. Government authorities defend the law and its aim to eradicate bovine tuberculosis, while drivers must observe strict school bus stopping rules to protect children's safety.

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World Tariffs on Bacon and Global Rates

Town residents discuss hog prices and tariff protection for domestic bacon. A table of foreign rates shows Argentina one hundred dollars per 198 pounds, Australia six point eleven, China eight point four zero, Soviet Russia seven point zero two, Spain forty four point seventy seven, Yugoslavia eight point eighty three, New Zealand eight point eleven, Romania five point seventy six, switzerland six point five seven plus extras, and others. The note claims the United States has the lowest tariff at three dollars twenty five cents per 198 pounds.

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Embarrassing Moment From a Family Story

A humorous note from Margaret Chalupa about a shy moment involving her sister Donna and Grandma and Grandpa during a house visit. The tale is shared with a light tone, reflecting small town family life and a playful embarrassment.

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Stormy W estern Drive Ends With Hail Snag

Mr A E Putnam and son Clyae rode west on Primary 2 when a mid storm brought hail large as a duck’s egg. A chunk shattered the touring car top and windshield as rain pelted and the pair watched the edge of the storm.

A. E. Putnam Son Clyae Putnam

Impli cate: to bring into incriminating connection

Daily lesson notes on word usage explain implicate as to involve or connect closely in a crime. It contrasts misused forms and synonyms while illustrating with the example He was implicated in the crime.

Divorce Not a Div ore In Reno Report Sparks Debate

A quip filled column recounts a Reno divorce claim by Mrs. Jack Dempsey still insisting she is married until a California divorce is granted. The piece blends humor, overheard exchanges, and social notes including town news from Brighton and surrounding areas with references to local residents and events.

Jack Reno Jack Dempsey California

Calamity Arlen in Caught in Wild West Dance Hall Tale

Prominent dancer Calamity played by Louise Dresser stars in Paramount’s Caught, with Richard Arlen and Frances Dew. The film frames frontier life with notorious rustlers and gamblers, showing a relentless dance hall woman shaping the plot amid law and danger.

Paramount Richard Arlen Frances Dew Western Star Seattle

Dressler in Moran comedy tops town politics satire

Polly Moran campaigns with Marie Dressler in a staged political farce at the local theater. The lighthearted romp blends satire with tense dramatic moments, delivering laughs and a peek at power struggles in a small town.

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Ainsworth Town News and Weather Report Highlights

Mrs Ainsworth and family figure in local notes while tornado fears pass with wind and rain. Windows shattered at church and schoolhouse. Residents report travel to storm district and visitors return from Tennessee and Washington County trips. Local names include Wheeler Bidwell Norris Mathers Harbison and Bollen.

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On the Way to No 1 Rainy Week Hopes for Finish

A fragmentary note speaks of ongoing travel toward a number one spot and optimism for a few more days of clearer weather while awaiting a finish. The text references rain and hope for extended time to complete a task.

Youthful Bandits Kill Aged Couple In Phoenix Fire

In Phoenix two youths attacked an elderly couple slugging them unconscious and then set fire to their home to conceal the crime. Mr and Mrs IL Welg Wright, aged 68 and his wife, died after sustaining brutal injuries. Wright’s statement came before his death at St Joseph hospital. the couple’s cremation occurred in the kitchen of their home.

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