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The Daily Journal announces evening delivery during the week with Sunday recert. Subscriptions cost 15 cents weekly and vary for annual mail terms within zones. All mail subscriptions require advance payment. The paper is entered as second class at Muscatine, Iowa, under the act of March 3, 1879.
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Christmas Greeting Reflects Unselfish Example
The note recalls a Christmas greeting praising the life of a single utterly unselfish man. It emphasizes sharing joy in fair weather or sorrow and wishing a Merry Christmas in his name.
Right and Wrong Opinion Piece on Crime’s Social Cost
An editorial argues crime harms many, not just victims or perpetrators. It highlights the Parker murder as a symbol of a broader moral crisis, urging a collective reassessment of attitudes toward crime to reduce its social cost and justice system strain.
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Governor Hammill Demands Constitutional Road Bond Safeguards
Governor Hammill pledges no new direct tax and calls for a court ruling on constitutionality before issuing state road bonds. He asserts the stance aligns with road advocates, notes the need for factual legality, and urges letting the project proceed if constitutional.
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Amity Gains as Morrow Lindbergh Boost Mexico Ties
The piece cites Russell Owen’s dispatches showing Mexican openness to improved US relations led by Ambassador Morrow. It notes Calles’ Havana visit with Coolidge, Mexico’s desire for peace and prosperity, and a rising pro American sentiment sparked by Lindbergh and Morrow.
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Lindy Flight Inspires Quiet National Unity
The speaker notes Lindbergh's solo flight fosters a change in attitude and modest heroism. Since the flight's completion there have been no reported instances of mistreatment of Americans in Mexico, reversing prior conditions. The writer says Lindbergh is a unifying tie and hopes for continued good results.
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Boycott Talk Reflects West East Rift on Beef Prices
A Chicago Journal of Commerce opinion argues that eastern threats to boycott beef stem from unfair comparison to past low prices. It cites Secretary Jardine and historical cattle losses since 1920, urging eastern newspapers to give fair coverage or risk heightening western agricultural resolve.
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Make It Unanimous A Christmas Message From West Liberty
A West Liberty Index reflection muses on Christmas sentiment and the value of small acts. It recalls a mysterious line about little things counting and shares a vignette of Gentle Annie and a comforting kitten moment that changed neighborhood feelings.
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Solomon
Annie
West Liberty Index
State Should Issue Bonds for Road Work
Des Moines Register argues that state bonds offer lower costs than county bonds, enabling a single cohesive road project under state control. The article contends most counties have voted for bonds and asks why not centralize to achieve an economical, complete job.
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TESTI MONIALS INOTHS ADVERTISING OVERSIGHT
Advertising experts overlook endorsements as a collage of quotes praising products. Col Lindbergh claims yeast helps him rise easily while Lillywhite baths receive unqualified praise from an unnamed source. The Ottawa Herald notes others like Chaplin Fall and Coolidge via satirical attributions.
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Lillywhite
Earl Carroll
Charles Chaplin
Doheny Products
Albert B. Fall
Health and Water Therapy Advice From Dr Frank McCoy
Dr Frank McCoy extols water as essential for metabolism and toxin elimination. He recommends two to three quarts daily, distilled water when purity is doubtful, and the Murphy-driv enema method for certain disorders. Regular warm water enemas and frequent shower or sponge baths are advised to improve elimination and cleanse the skin.
The Drifter on Christmas Joy and Hidden Grief
The piece reflects on Christmas heightening family joys while deepening sorrow for those with reduced circles. It urges readers to remember the lonely and acknowledge that neither words nor magic can erase their memories, inviting quiet sympathy over the season.
Rain relieves drought after damaging Porto Rico crops
Rain that caused heavy crop damage in parts of Porto Rico recently helped ease drought conditions in other areas, bringing tentative relief to farmers and sparing some fields from further stress.
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Porto Rico
Reflection on Christmas sorrow and shared kindness
Mark Byers writes a thoughtful Christmas message about the pain of losing loved ones during the holidays. He urges readers to show gentleness and support to those burdened by sorrow, noting Time helps heal but holiday losses leave lasting scars. He urges generosity in thought and deed.
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Christmas Eve programs planned in Conesville
Two Christmas events set for this evening in Conesville Iowa. Grace Reformed church Sunday school presents songs recitations and exercises. Methodist church program includes songs instrumental numbers recitations dialogue and pantomimes led by the choir with Miss Winifred English at the piano and J H Gipple and Paul Johnson on violin. Santa Claus will hand out presents.
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