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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1939
Page
5
The announcement reassures customers that despite abnormal buying conditions some prices have risen, but A and P stores maintain adequate stock of wholesome food and a commitment to low prices. It pledges the broad organization will keep prices as low as sound business permits for the 6,000,000 customers.
Mary Manners reports Crawfordsville United Presbyterians hosted two guest preachers Dr J W Bickett of Newton and Dr J H White of Pittsburgh with Mrs Bickett in attendance. Local residents move, visit family and attend events as births and social visits fill the week with community chatter.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes opens at the State Theatre with Basil Rathbone as Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Watson. Moriarty faces the master detective in a crime described by omens an ancient Inca dirge and the murder of the Star of Delhi. Ida Lupino and Alan Marshal co star as the antagonist’s crimes unfold.
Spectacular stunt riding by G OBrien highlights recent screen performances with thrilling moves and daring angles. The feature showcases skilled maneuvers that captivate audiences and boost visual impact.
Merrimac notes a September 28 Play Day where Walnut Township schools gathered at Sloughville School. Miss Margar ete Kientz and Sloughville pupils earned top points in races and contests and received the trophy. Other items mention Mrs. Jay Shafer visiting and Mrs. Emma Diers visiting relatives.
The Clarence Brown and Clen Mullikin families spent Sunday at Seth Carris home. Mr and Mrs Edgar Weie have a daughter born August 25. Maggie Johnson visited Mrs J A Hendricks. Todney Ivez Gowey and Marence Coil were Washington callers Friday. Kenneth Brown and Oren Jack stayed with Albert Hahn near Keota. Prody Borkoski was a Washington caller Friday. Floyd Jones was a Fairfield caller Friday.
A Food Industries note claims Americans spend less on food than two decades ago while buying more apparel, cars, and adopting hair waves as part of a broader push toward streamlined living.
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