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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1918
Page
4
The article notes Secretary Baker's return from the European front and argues his experience will sharpen his vision of wartime realities. It contends he may be a stronger secretary now, having witnessed the guns, armies, and casualties firsthand, and more attuned to the war’s demands.
A reflection on fearing death and praising soldiers who die for freedom. The speaker condemns wastefulness and laments mortal decay while praising the noble sacrifice of those who die in war to defend liberty and national ideals. The tone echoes patriotic mourning and uses classical imagery of lilies and tombs.
The writer argues Germany is not near defeat and remains strong and arrogant. They warn of continued threats and urge Sec Baker to visit Europe to marshal American strength quickly and effectively.
The First Liberty Loan raised 2.0 billion dollars at 3.5 percent for thirty years with a May 4 to June 15 campaign. Subscriptions reached 3.035 billion, oversubscriptions of 1.085 billion were rejected, about 4 million subscribers, and roughly 5 million bonds sold. Bonds were convertible at par into. The Second Liberty Loan sold 3.8087 billion at 4 percent for twenty five years with a October 1 to 27 campaign. Subscriptions totaled 4.6175 billion, oversubscriptions above the 2.0 billion minimum offered were 1.617 billion, about 400,000 subscribers, and about 15 million bonds issued. Bonds were convertible at par into the next issue bearing a higher rate.
Political notice states T. A. Michels will run in the June Republican primary for the office of county attorney in Washington County subject to voter will. The filing emphasizes party loyalty and adherence to GOP processes.
Announcement states Harry McCall will run for the office of county treasurer in Washington County, subject to June primaries and the will of Republican voters. Voters are urged to give favorable consideration.
George F. Morrison announces his candidacy for re-election as county attorney subject to Republican voters at the June primaries. He frames the campaign around continuing lawful prosecution and public service.
J. L. Bdrookhart announces candidacy for state senator on the Republican ticket in the upcoming June primary, stating the race depends on voters in the tenth senatorial district.
Statement by W. H. L. Butterfield seeks Republican support for county attorney race in the June primaries. He invites friends and supporters to back his bid and express the will of GOP voters.
Cecil Rhodes aimed to build a Cape to Cairo railway linking the Cape of Good Hope to the Mediterranean. Critics called it nonsense yet the plan reshaped empire perimeters, turning desert into a unified political landscape under Rhodes.
In Washington County Iowa the Clerk of the District Court holds a will purported to be Rosa Bradley deceased on file. A hearing for probate is set for Tuesday June 15 1918 at 9 o clock in the morning during the March term 1918 at the court. J Glasgow Clerk.
Billy proclaims at supper that his brother Jacek killed the giant this afternoon, ending the discussion about whether to attend the show tonight. The scene unfolds after a visit to the motios to see Seck, the Giant Kitter.
A proverb from the Buffalo Times laments procrastination as the thief of time that harms others by causing delays. The piece notes that delaying one person cascades to many, underscoring the social cost of idle time.
Rugs crafted from tissue paper and wool blends arrive as a new textile. The fabric uses twisted tote threads and a woven compact mat construction to form a heavy textile item.
The department of overseas trade was advised by a reliable channel that a Spanish company is producing a cork based material marketed as wool. It is claimed to be usable in mattress pillows and quilts and to be cleaner and lighter than natural wool.
In Wellman over county notes Miss Wernice Shaver visits relatives in town and country. Mrs Winnie Jarvis returns from Iowa City with daughter Ethel. Dr and Mrs Gardner farewell visit to sister in Mount Pleasant as family plans South America move. The Cravers’ son Wilbur serves in the army in Deming New Mexico. Funeral held for Edgar Carter of Heapletown. Various meetings and visits follow, including W Q W club, tree study, and local travels to Iowa City Des Moines and Keota. A class play raises funds for Red Cross as Bell toll line trial proposed.
Miss Grace Lease and a friend resumed studies at Parsons College after a short home visit. Miss Smith came home with Miss Hazel Anwyl from Mt. Pleasant to spend Sunday, returning there Monday evening. Vandin Long of Hedrick visited relatives here Sunday, while J. Bo McCoy returned yesterday from Martinsburg and Ottumwa after a brief visit.
Local residents report friendly calls and visits across Riverside Milo Shalla Rubio and Milo Shalla herd. Measles and mumps illnesses small with Geo Doris Jimmie Zeck and Nell Mason noted. A farm department eye sight anecdote involving Mr Newlin and the Smylie herd gifts ends with a humorous miscount of pigs.
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