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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1919
Page
4
Report from Sioux City Journal notes the ex-emperor fears for his sons as the ex-crown prince breaks his wrist in an automobile accident before the war ends.
The Marshalltown Times Republic an notes a discussion over whether the George Washington could sail without the European meal ticket aboard. The editorial frames the protest as being suppressed to keep the voyage viable.
The Newton News states that teachers will receive higher salaries, concluding the debate is over and a raise is assured. The piece frames the issue as settled and emphasizes a guaranteed increase for educators.
The Waterloo Times-Tribune argues that Germany, in its current mood and power, has little chance to thwart Allied aims. It notes Russia’s earlier threats before a coerced treaty and claims Germany cannot resist as Russia once did. The piece warns allies not to fear the Bolshevik threat.
The German finance minister urges reviving the love of work amid postwar demoralization. After four and a half years of debauch, how can a generation trained in wartime behavior be cured and taught the old time values of industry and thrift to the next generation.
In Knoxville Illinois a local man reports a freak of nature where a single trunk bears both red elm and white oak characteristics. The main trunk is about 2.5 feet in diameter and splits into two healthy branches at about three feet above the ground. One branch is a red elm and the other is a white oak, each about a foot in diameter.
ABE MARTIN notes Binkley proposes swapping a punch bowl for a croquet set. The longtime physician once sought by the community now has a grown son pursuing the medical profession and advising tooth extraction.
A nostalgic verse recalls winter joys and the season’s humor as workers like lawyers bankers tinsmiths and printers hear snow in their ears. It looks to spring and the task of pushing the rusty mower from the barn to resume baseball and outdoor chores.
A mourning poem recalls Willyam T once merry and buoyant, now forgotten and starved of work. No manager seeks him, nor sideshow offers, as he walks by the sea with tears and faded fame, awaiting a fate he doubts will change.
Russell Gravitt, farm hand, sues O F Nelson for 1000 damages claiming an anonymous threatening letter forced him to abandon a contract at 60 dollars monthly plus housing. Gravitt alleges the letter warned of death if he worked for Nelson and that Nelson planned similar threats to others, including Sehaver in Wisconsin, amid regional game hunting chatter.
Despondent over long illness, 45 year old Mrs Edward Pierson hanged herself at her Griswold Iowa home. Husband found the body at 6 pm on returning for supper. She had been in poor health for years, with family noting continual brooding may have affected her mind. Survived by husband, a daughter and two sons.
A test case on the federal law banning spring duck shooting unfolds as C. W. Gorman of Burlington is arrested by a federal game warden. The April 15 incident centers on whether the law applies to local duck hunting practices.
The bank charter bill prohibiting "spite" banks passed the house 58 to 47 after a hard fight. It moves back to the senate for concurrence and then to the governor for signature. Proponents claim it protects loyal banks and restricts new state banks until 1925 unless approved by the state examiner.
Maj. Beth Vincent of the U S medical corps returning from nineteen months overseas recalls behind front line operating teams prioritizing the most critical cases. He notes operations within hours saved lives and delays led to infection, with twelve hour shifts and extended work during rushes. Wolves, pigs, and reported bounties appear in an inset tale from Cass township.
Fred Rhoades, a prominent Cass township farmer, killed a wolf on his farm timber and shortly after encountered and killed the mate, part of a reported wolve incident in Atlantic ta. April 16.
The Y M C A and Foyers du Soldat extended athletic work to colonial troops and laborers in war camps. American games taught recreation and confidence, likely shaping postwar national life. The piece notes diverse recruits including Amamites, Sengalese, Arabs, Morocans, Algerians, Tunisians, Tahitians and Samoans aiding Allied efforts.
The passage notes France's dominions supplying diverse fighters including Hindus Sikhs Ghurkas Afghans Burmese Ceylonese South Africans Maoris and other British territorials plus 200000 Chinese and Manchurian laborers. Many had little exposure to play before the Y during the war.
A sharp remark on temper leads to a cycle of anger as one upset person finds another equally quick to anger in response. The quip implies tempers breed more heated exchanges.
Eastbound and westbound schedule updates issued for lines including the Washington Branch and assorted local freights and passenger trains. Entries list arrival and departure times, train numbers, and exceptions for Sundays and specific days. Company officials H W Russel and J W Calvert, agents, confirm revisions through December 8 1918.
The advertisement touts Vinol as a non secret remedy containing Bee and Cod Liver Peptones Iron and Manganese Peptonates and Glycerophosphates. It claims these ingredients build up a run down system and replace weakness with strength.
A damaged clipping describes an elderly patient in Kentucky suffering a nervous breakdown and wasting away before finding relief. A doctor prescribed a tonic named Ving which restored strength and weight, improving the patient’s ability to work for his family.
Milwaukee reader describes relief from weakness and loss of appetite after trying Vinol. She notes improved appetite and weight gain and credits Vinol with reviving her health amid fatigue and nervous symptoms.
A Rocky Mountain Herald notice notes contrasting dental fashions in Asia and Sumatra. In Japan professionals favor gold crowns, in India red stained teeth are common, while parts of Sumatra see women forgo front teeth as a sign of self respect.
An old advertisement touts S. S. S. as a blood purifier and strengthener. It claims perfect health and vigor depend on impurity free blood, warns of sluggish circulation, and urges readers to obtain the product from druggists. Free information on blood supply is offered by Swift Specific Co. in Atlanta, Ga.
Regular meetings announced for Washington Lodge No 26 A A and A M on the first Friday, Cyrus Chapter No 18 R A M on the second Friday, Lethlehem Commandery No 4 K T on the third Friday, and Washington Chapter No 08 O B and C on the second Thursday. Details: W M L D Laneworthy, Secretary J W Morton Recorder and Secretary J D Glasgow E C Mrs H Walker W M Rose Reid Secretary. Visiting fraters welcome.
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