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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1944
Page
3
A religious reflection cites Hebrews 7 25 claiming God makes saints from sinners and can save to the uttermost. It urges readers to move closer to faith and trust in divine mercy.
A collage of opinions cites home front roles for women, censorship, and wartime policy. It weighs political housecleaning, clothing drives for Russia civilians, labor board notes on red slacks, and jokes about government agencies. It quotes historical figures and comments on Fire Prevention Week and public attitudes toward principles in politics. The column also mentions Henry Ford’s impact and a Drew Pearson radio item about Roosevelt and Saipan.
A Brownsville man described as a long wanderer returns home after a trip north to Dallas. He says he did not enjoy visiting Yankees and offers a terse tale of travel. A neighborhood inquiry prompts his brief explanation of a “trip up North.”
A witty saying notes a farmer’s idle time on the farm. It suggests using spare moments to best advantage and reflects rural humor about work and leisure on the land.
A brief exchange over Sunday attendance features a minister inviting a stranger to church while the visitor doubts the crowd’s sincerity. The minister counters that there is always room for one more attendee.
A string of quoted lines from various publications lampooning public figures and attitudes. Notable items include Mrs. Osa Johnson on cannibal natives and Jap kills, fashion quips about formal dress, a Newsweek joke on dirt and minds, Will Rogers quip on gossip, and a pun on Hamm ers in a pest talk.
Chester White hogs from Deerfield Farms Bath Illinois owned by Philip Morris tobacco magnate claimed premiums at the Nebraska state fair. Winners include first prize boar pig and junior champion, fourth and fifth prize junior sow pigs, first prize young herd, second prize get of fire, and second prize produce of sow.
Gary Cooper and Teresa Wright star in Casanova Brown a comedy about matrimonial mixups and parental counterclaims. Frank Morgan and Anita Louise headline a strong cast as the film opens Sunday at the State and runs through Wednesday.
Edward G Robinson headlines the Fox Theatre in Mr Winkle Goes to War adapting Theo dore Pratt novel. Supporting cast includes Ruth Warrick Ted Donaldson Robert Armstrong Bob Haymes plus others in a heart warming Army tale.
In the District Court of Iowa Washington County Maynard L. Goff and Rheeva M. Goff sue multiple defendants including Simon P. Teeple Richard Moore Morgan Hart Hiram Stone and others along with various organizations and individuals listed as parties to the case regarding civil actions and potential claims. The document names banks insurers manufacturers and corporate entities among the defendants and references unknown surviving spouses heirs representatives and de.
The champion barrow title went to a pig from a single litter sired by Wm. A's Model, dominating all breeds in the competition.
The petition seeks to quiet and establish fee simple title of the plaintiffs to the described real estate in Washington County Iowa and bar all adverse claims by defendants and unknown claimants. Defendants are warned to appear by October 28 1944 or face default and judgment. Attorney George F Morrison represents the plaintiffs.
Reading conditions improve when machines are painted in gray or pastel tones rather than relying on higher illumination. The change reduces glare and enhances visibility for operators and nearby observers.
Marvin Rinner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Rinner, wounded Aug. 1 in France, has been awarded the Purple Heart. He has recovered in England and was sent to a rehabilitation center there. Local notices report community club officers and family moves, births, and visits in Wayland, with several residents traveling or announcing changes.
A quote from Ethel Barrymore speaks to resilience, noting that life’s inevitable moments of falling can become opportunities for prayer and reflection. The musing frames hardship as a constructive stance rather than a defeat.
The article describes plastics that mimic skin texture and appearance in fingers and toes. These synthetic aids provide space for mechanical components to help normal functioning.
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