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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1931
Page
4
A Bible thought reflecting on Peter’s question in Matthew 18 21 22 about forgiveness. Jesus answers not seven times but seventy times seven emphasizing boundless mercy for a brother who sins.
Cartoonist Ding Darling reports from Russia after weeks of travel and interviews with people from all walks of life. He finds Russia evolving away from Communist roots, still far from democratic liberties, and notes a cautious, nuanced view of the country as it negotiates its path amid internal reforms and external pressures.
A brief note describes Mary Witmer receiving fifty cents and a warm thanks for a story. The writer recalls family moments at Uncle Sam Wittmer’s in Hayre and a young brother’s playful moustache joke, then pivots to a critical analysis of Soviet Russia, arguing genuine freedom has appeared despite critiques of Marx and Lenin.
Fragment of a newspaper vocabulary column teaching usage of clandestine words idioms and synonyms. It mentions misused terms a Browning idiom and pronunciation notes, with an emphasis on mastering one word per day and examples of changes in language usage.
Fragmented reminiscences recount early town garaging days Casey's Henry Sanford and Frank Webb livery stables, Reverend Sawhill and Latta ministers, a Burlington to Rock Island depot chase, a class roll call, and a plea for hats with brimmed protection. Court case filed in November 1951 in Washington county district court concludes the excerpt.
Adelaide J Dan You is named in a petition filed by Charles O kin seeking an Absolute Divorce. The court warns the respondent to appear before noon of the 24th of November or default will be entered and a judgment rendered. Attorney E L Edmondson represents the plaintiff.
Japanese garrison commander at Mukden General Honjo faces questioning over a sudden unaccountable seizure by some of his forces. Chinese leaders express astonishment at his offensive against Chinese troops in the Mukden area and say he acted on his own authority, embarrassing his government.
A Conesville resident suffered a severe arm injury while attempting to run grain through a silo setup near his home. He was pulled free from the machinery and transported to the university hospital in lows for treatment as his wound was described as serious. Mrs. Charles Adams married D.C. McKee in Cones Me near Charity Cirste.
Fragmentary note outlines meeting dates for Lodges West Chapter No 98 and related sections. Mentions officers Denison and Ward, and references to monthly gatherings on Fridays with unclear locations and times.
Railway schedule fragment lists multiple trains with numbers and times including local and freight services. Mentions daily runs except Sunday and westbound and California passenger connections. Agents Goodlander and McKay noted, with various train designations and stops.
Katharine Faring, heiress to Russian jewels, seeks the missing Czarina rubies while danger circles Beggar's Court. Severn’s sudden return from Europe, vanished signals, and a dangerous past figure John Isham draw Jim Wynter and Bill Grayson into a web of secrets as they plan to watch new neighbor Isham and uncover who lurks behind the whispered threats and hidden stairway.
Route Six notes election of officers for the Oakland church, homecoming on Sunday September 27 with Rev. Burdine to preach. Reports deaths, repairs, and events in surrounding towns including church revivals, school meetings, and visits by residents.
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