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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1918
Page
5
The federal food administration says wheat is not essential and urges substitutes to save flour for allies. Ohio and other states see abstinence clubs forming to avoid wheat until after the next harvest. Dr. A. E. Taylor argues wheat has no superior nutrition and that oats, corn, and barley are preferable alternatives.
A family medicine claim promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as best for children’s coughs colds croup and whooping cough. Mrs M Schlarb of Ashland Pennsylvania reports relief after giving it to her daughter. Sold by J Lemmon's Pharmacy.
Baby Marie Osborne returns in A Little Patriot a five reel Gold Rooster Play shown Tuesday afternoon and night at the Star theatre. The patriotic tale follows Baby Marie forming a kiddie army to capture a German spy and features wholesome photoplays loved by families. Also on the program a two reel Wm. S. Hart picture and WU presentation for younger audiences.
The cornhuskers state surpassed its quota in record time, reaching 71,050,000 in four days across 72 of 99 counties. Iowans pledge to exceed expectations, mobilizing counties cities and communities to meet full goals while watching for residual pro German sentiment. The state earns national praise for wartime effort and civic spirit.
A local newspaper advert claims to help sell a property or item by placing a classified want ad. The notice emphasizes quick sale and broad reach through the Journal’s readership. The ad hints at timely action and bargain prospects for buyers and sellers.
Food Administrator appeals Iowa to form total abstinence clubs and stop using wheat flour until after the next harvest. By Sunday hotel operators and up to 2200 eating places are expected to pledge, with many clubs likely statewide. Hoover cites wartime duty and European bread shortages to justify cuts in American wheat use and shipping.
Des Moines Iowa April 15 final stage of two week relocation of troops from Camp Dodge completed divisions at headquarters said detachments were sent to Camp Logan Houston Camp Gordon Atlanta Camp Levire Greensville Camp Doniphan Fort Sill Camp Grant Rockford Camp Dix Camp Upton Long Island Camp Sherman Chillicothe Camp Devens Ayre Camp Meade Annapolis Jet Md no total moved released
A drama at the Fox Theater features Norma Talmadge in a dual role as Ruth Graham and Jeanne la Fleur. The photoplay centers on a cabaret singer's journey from a wanton to a loving woman, with an all star cast highlighting spiritual awakening and true love.
Paris April 15 James Norman Hall captain of an aviation section and Paul Baer lieutenant are the first American aviators to win the distinguished service cross. Hall led a patrol and destroyed one enemy plane and forced down two others. Baer attacked seven planes solo and destroyed one near Rheims. on another occasion he attacked two two seaters with one going up in flames. Hall hails from Colfax Iowa and Baer from Mobile Alabama.
At Camp Dodge a virulent pneumonia outbreak has killed fifteen men in a week. Dust is blamed for the illness and autopsies show lungs filled with dust particles. About 30 percent of cases are serious and measures include oiling roads and drill grounds and segregating men with colds.
Soldiers suspected of pneumonia are immediately ordered to the base hospital. Commanding officers warn crews against exposure after drill and urge not to discard heavy winter underwear too hastily.
A newly noted insect, a gnat of order Heteroptera, family Reduviidae, genus Amullus, is common in the Australian bush and sometimes fills the air with a musky odor. The finding expands the list of musk sources and highlights its frequent presence in local environments.
Maj. R. W. Shufeldt a Civil War and Indian wars veteran is on the active list of the army medical corps at his request. He will help compile a medical and surgical history of the present war. He is noted for international research and writings in comparative anatomy photography biology art palaeontology and more.
Washington reports that most of the German U-58 crew captured by destroyers Fanning and Nicholson will be sent to a U S detention camp as prisoners of war. The group includes four commissioned officers, one warrant officer, and 33 enlisted men, signaling continued U S custody of German POWs until the war ends.
President Wilson backs a 90 million appropriation to test concrete ships. Hurley will meet Sherley to push the bill through. no opposition expected in Congress. Plan calls for 15 million available immediately as the project advances.
The Ola Scout recalls a luncheon with his young nephew in which the boy ordered a package of "coffin walls" and a bellboy announced "Mister Spikes" as the dining room theme, an event judged as a bad omen.
A patient questions if the hospital follows homeopathic methods. A staff member replies, and a blonde nurse attends a light headed patient, prompting debate over treatment approach.
Advert says Dr Edwards Olive Tablets clear pimples by cleansing blood bowels and liver. Claims gentler than calomel with no sickness or bad taste. Vegetable compound with olive oil. sold 10c and 25c per box at all druggists.
A advertising claim urges readers to abandon sprays and douches for catarrh and use S S S blood remedy instead. It asserts local applications only offer temporary relief and offers free medical advice via the Medical Director at Swift Laboratory in Atlanta, Ga.
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