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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1920

Page

4

Brookhart Campaign Doors Open With Broad Address

Colonel S. W. Brookhart opened his senatorial campaign with a March 20th address at the High School auditorium in this city. The speech outlines his platform and aims for permanent relief from current evils, while his team plans to rely on public exposure rather than extended rallies before the primaries. Brookhart reports strong statewide reception and encourages voters to judge him by his pledges.

S. W. Brookhart Iowa Col. Brookhart

Remarkable Plant Diversity Figures Across Regions

The report notes Mauritts island has 95 native food species within a small area, Java about 460 species, Brazil 37, Europe 67, the Arctic 26, and North America north of Mexico about 175. The figures compare regional biodiversity levels across continents and zones.

Mauritts D.laware Java New York Brazil Europe North America Mexico

In Praise of Winter

A brisk appraisal of winter as honest and no nonsense. The speaker notes winter’s unflinching nature as a steadying presence through the long season.

Lowell

Cost of Motoring by Walt Mason

The poem laments rising prices for tires gas oil and sparkplugs that burden motorists. The speaker recalls paying more for essential items while fearing to drive any distance as costs soar and travel becomes unaffordable.

Shanks

Merle Caine Obituary Prominent Artist Dies at 26

Merle Francis Caine born August 9 1895 in Washington Iowa died at home in Knoxville Illinois Saturday night at 11 45 aged 26 He was son of Mr and Mrs C F Caine and director of Lenman Animated Cartoon Service of New York after influenza relapse he returned home for care Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at his parents home with Rev L C Isley and Rev M M Cooper officiating Burial in Knoxville cemetery Attendees included family friends and multiple out of town relatives and acquaintances

Merle Francis Caine Washington Iowa Knoxville Illinois C.F. Caine Lenman Auimated New York James. Burnham Chicago Miss Mable Milliard God Merle Alta Norton C. F. Caine L. C. Isley M. M. Cooper Mr. Isley Nathan Anderson Tillie Anderson Mr. Anderson Hisley Arthur Howe G. F. Hoberd Clark Giles Will Hines Galesburg Burnham Marguerite Burnham Marie Knauss A. J. Knauss Wendell Knauss Gus Harry Knauss Dr. Brownlee Andrew Pape Kirkwood Lander Frances Lander Fred Swedenburg Graham Watson Florence Snyder Hines J. W. Pitkin Dr. Gaumer J. Burkey

State of indifference comment drives Iowa voter mood

Clipped editorial notes that if women can carry a state of indifference oppressing the average voter the path to political goals may seem easy as quoted by an Iowa City Republican.

Iowa City

Profiteer Fear Meets Antiprofiteer Law

A Washington Post quote compares a profiteer’s fear to a blind mule facing a cocked toy pistol, illustrating stubborn disregard for antiprofiteer legislation.

Washington Post

Should a Woman Tell Headline at Fox Theatre Tomorrow

A Screen Classic all-star photoplay stars Alice Lake Jack Mulhall and Frank Currier at the Fox Theatre tomorrow. The drama follows a young woman torn between confessing a past secret to the man she plans to marry or keeping silent to spare him, set in a New England seacoast village.

Screen Classic, Inc Alice Lake Norah Blake Lombardi, Ltd Bert Lytell Jack Mulhall Frank Currier Metro Pictures Fox Theatre Finis Fox New England Seacoast

Ex-crown prince declines near-father residence

A Cedar Rapids Republican noting the ex-crown prince refused the chance to live near his father. The remark blends political and personal tension with a wry, critical tone.

Cedar Rapids

Honest Principle Cited In Marshalltown Wage Debate

The Marshalltown Times Republican emphasizes the maxim a fair day's work for a fair day's pay as the correct phrase underlining the balance between production and wages, arguing any deviation disrupts the principle. The editorial frames the slogan as a standard for honest labor relations.

Marshalltown Times Republican

French Seek Labels for All Foreign Goods

Paris reports that France may enact a law requiring all foreign products imported to bear the country of origin. Importers of American harvesting machines warn that marking parts from the US and other nations would be impractical. Trade groups appeal to the finance minister for an exemption for harvesting and sewing machines as parliament debates provisions.

Paris France Importer’s Union Finance

Companionship in Thoughts Quote by Robert E Speer

A brief reflective line notes that thoughts are our inner life and eternal companions as expressed by Robert E Speer in Christ and.

Robert E. Speer Christ

Singular laryngeal affliction noted by operator

A Chicago Tribune correspondent reports a singular medical concern as a female operator complains of hoarseness. The doctor warns the larynx is affected and might develop into a pleural condition without prompt treatment.

The Chicago Tribune

Under Suspicion Presents Fresh Twist On Old Plot

Universal film Under Suspicion opens at the Graham Theatre next Monday. The feature reframes a familiar creek comedy premise with new situations and twists to feel original to audiences.

Graham Theatre

Under Suspicion Crook Comedy Drama Heads To Theaters

Ora Carew leads in Under Suspicion a crime and comedy filled feature with Forrest Stanley and Charles Clary among a strong cast. The plot follows a young girl pursuing the broader life in the city, tangled in amusing and thrilling adventures across small towns and Broadway interiors. Directed by William Dowlan from Mildred Coast's script, the production spotlights veteran photoplayers and child actor Little Burwell Hamrick.

Ora Carew Forrest Stanley Charles Clary Little Burwell Hamrick

Thanks for sympathy at our husband and father’s death

The family expresses sincere thanks for the helpful words and expressions of sympathy after the death of their husband and father. They especially thank the Odd Fellows and those who sent flowers. Mrs. Robert Thomas and children.

Odd Fellows Robert Thomas

Japanese pioneers pursue mafic planting and harvest ventures

A fragmented report notes claims that Japanese groups have undertaken a system of planting and harvesting certain weed and maritime crops, described as a distinctive method. The text is unclear but suggests a focus on cultivation practices and potential economic aims.

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