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Newspaper
Arcadia Journal
Location
Arcadia, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1918
Page
2
The Arcadia Journal is issued each Saturday and entered as second class matter at the Arcadia California post office. It serves as a local community newspaper for Arcadia and surrounding areas.
The London Times recounts a July Fourth army navy baseball game in London with 50 000 spectators including the King and Queen. Navy victory sparked a sailors’ surge, then the Star Spangled Banner by Welsh Guards calmed the crowd, signaling deep English American unity in a historic moment.
Poem depicts Satan resisting admission of the Kaiser into hell citing risk to hell’s order and purity. Satan claims the Kaiser would corrupt the place, jeopardizing his own management and the rebellion of his devils. The piece frames a clash over moral punishment and political symbols in a hellish council.
The Fresno Republican notes a sugarless diet can still exceed a two pound monthly allowance through daily add ons like coffee sugar hot cakes honey syrup dessert and sweet beverages. The piece warns the line between sugarless and diabetic risk is thin.
In Oakland California three thousand five hundred union boiler makers and iron ship builders walked off the job for two days over a February government wage award. They had agreed to arbitration during the war but struck anyway, tying up construction on about twenty six ships. The government supported the arbitration plan and condemned the action as a disgrace.
In a wartime era the poem urges workers to reject slacking and seek loyal, productive effort to support the war and avoid social censure. It recalls loyalty to employers, mentions Augusts, Hannibal Missouri, and a mock critique of Kaiser Wilhelm. The piece blends verse and satirical notes about crime libel and famous names.
An editorial argues that war creates opportunities as men of draft age vacate jobs for younger workers. It notes bell boys and elevator operators under 16 or over 60 can fill roles, while capable old men and women seek well paid positions. The piece suggests many veterans might remain employed after returning.
In a letter from Monrovia, Bartle Harvey reports French and American forces halting the German offensive in two days and taking the initiative. He notes night artillery practice, high morale, and confidence that winter will not derail their push. He praises American troops and hopes to earn home support by delivering victory.
The piece endorses Samuel L Browne 1E as the only day leaders candidate with sheriff office experience promising enforcement of existing laws. It notes his county service record and practical, officers’ methods to safeguard citizens. The item closes with a political call to elect him August 27th.
Executrix Mabel E Landry summons all creditors and claimants to present their claims with vouchers within four months of the first publication. Claims must be filed at Walter F Dunn offices in Monrovia or with the Clerk of the Superior Court Los Angeles County California. Dated July 20 1918.
Mr. Boge of the Shoe Hospital in Monrovia invites customers to visit at 403 S Myrtle Ave to save on men’s dress and work shoes. The ad emphasizes affordable repairs and replacements.
Local residents of Monrovia urge change in county representation endorsing Prescott F. Cogswell for Supervisor. The petition highlights Cogswell’s Walnut grower background, ten years in the State Legislature, USC and Whittier State School boards, and leadership roles in county farm bureau and banks. Signers include Amelia and M. J. Conway, S. A. Schilling, Wirt C. Williams, and others.
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