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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1919
Page
4
The page lists publisher Bruce Cowden and city editor, office address at 108 East Main Street Washington Iowa. It shows mailing status and subscription rates, with in city by carrier options and various advance prices, noting a 12 percent discount.
American troops in Russia rebel against continued service after defeating Germany. They seek clear objectives and justifications for their mission in Bolshevik era Russia, expressing doubt about fighting a cause they cannot fully understand while far from home.
The passage argues Bolshevik propaganda spreads its influence wherever present. It attributes soldiers' rebellion to Reds work, noting their sincerity. It claims Reds seek world social problem solutions and push their vision with fanatic fervor to foist it on others.
The sunny morning brought welcome sales as Eas ter hats debuted from local shop owners. A Washington family seeks a house to rent, and a new hotel project promises local employment and broader prosperity through spending.
A clipped comment from the Sioux City Journal notes that the late King Charles of Austria-Hungary, lacking honors of the Reformation, also bears few of its troubles, offering a wry consolation.
The item notes a productive investigating session and approves a road bill to improve highways. It emphasizes legislative work and its potential local impact on transportation.
The Cedar Rapids Republican questions the persistent talk of providing farms for soldiers and sailors, asking why such benefits are offered if many veterans show little interest or demand for them.
The Des Moines Register critiques the Big Ten and Big Four in the peace conference, arguing democracy is claimed for others while the writer questions its universal application to the "little fellows."
In Freeport the community approved a 502 vote to buy a 25 acre tract for a new high school building an athletic field and garden. The decision reflects strong public support for school expansion and local pride in locating the site near town.
Reginald Jones faces a string of comic misfortunes in the William Fox comedy Never Say Quit at the Fox Theatre. Star George Walsh portrays the unlucky hero as crooks and bad luck thwart his efforts on a sea voyage. Billy West provides a second two reel comedy, boosting the program.
Frank J. Cheney of I Cheney & Co. sworn in Toledo that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Cheney's Medicine. The notice seeks testimonials and urges purchase through agents.
Des Moines gears up to greet the 168th Iowa Infantry led by Col. Matthew Tinley in May. Plans include a capital grounds reviewing stand, a Victory arch for schoolchildren to shower flowers, arm badges reading Welcome One Hundred Sixty-eighth, and moving picture arrangements.
An editorial in the American Issue argues that Chicago’s wet vote failed. It notes 391 260 ballots cast of 806 984 registered, with 415 724 voters either dry or not voting on the saloon issue, and says more drys would have registered if the issue persisted and the wet outcome was a protest to Congress a failure.
John Bailey launches the Bailey Boot Shop in Cedar Rapids at the Granby building. Proprietor J A Bailey brings long shoe trade experience, with Circassian walnut interior, Delft blue walls, black and gold trim, long panel mirrors, and Adams designed display windows. The shop aims to offer artistic footwear displays and refined decor.
Kaldenberg of Cedar Rapids and Schenefelt, formerly of Washington Iowa, both expert shoe men, join Mr Bailey in a new firm handling Bostonian and Hanan men shoes and Krippendorf Dittman women’s wear.
Waterloo dated note reports a 1918 income tax check reveals an extra one cent due after surtax calculation errors. The story explains how paying that penny could cost far more in remittance, as the accountant’s audit uncovers the minor deficit.
Mrs. Margaret Safely of Cedar Rapids dies after a short illness. She managed a Cedar County farm, paid off debts, raised a large family, and built a home in Cedar Rapids after selling the farm. Survived by several children including Dr. Agnes Safely.
New York report states eleven Y M C A overseas workers were killed in action, three died from wounds, and fifty six perished from disease and other causes in the ongoing conflict.
An old advertisement touts Gets-It as a simple, painless corn remover promising rapid corn and callus removal like a banana peel. It markets the product as the world’s biggest seller and guarantees money back if not satisfied, produced by Mf'd by A Lawrence & Co Chicago IL.
An advertisement warns of creeping kidney and bladder troubles and urges early treatment with Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules. It touts the product as a Dutch remedy endorsed since medieval times, promises refunds if unsatisfied, and instructs readers to ask their druggist for the real Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules.
The National War Work council announced that the YMCA sent 8,338 men and 2,891 women abroad. Of those, 6,528 men and 2,187 women are now overseas, and since the armistice 726 workers have been sent abroad.
Four internal revenue officers probing moonshine stills near the Virginia line are ambushed in a mountain defile. Deputy C. Smith of Louisville is mortally wounded and Deputy A. J. Potter of Pikeville is lightly wounded as the assailants fire upon the party entering the area. Authorities report the attack site being surrounded as the investigation continues.
A aphoristic meditation on perception and character by Emerson. The quote links self-view to world view and suggests misbehavior mirrors judgment of others. It emphasizes that people see only themselves and conclusions expose inner traits.
Latest portrait shows Capt Alvin Althouse commander of the U S 8 Brooklyn flagship of the Asiatic fleet now operating with the U S army in Siberia. The photograph was taken in Viadi.
Walker D. Hines, director general of the United States railroad administration, told the lumber men at the Congress hotel that profiteering, not the railroad office, holds back business. He urged a permanent fix: government guarantees a 4% return to railroads and private management to be restored, warning against claims the policy seeks to crush industry or force prices below cost.
By writ of special execution the sheriff will sell at public auction in front of the courthouse Washington Iowa on April 19 1919 between 1 and 4 pm the property of Harry Bradford to satisfy Milo Shalla. A Chevrolet Automobile is described as the property to be sold cash terms. Sold under the sheriff of Washington County Iowa.
The saying from the Los Angeles Times suggests personal digestion limits apply to fruit and writing, urging readers not to blame external factors but their own cognitive processing. It emphasizes accountability for understanding.
The solicitation for hotel subscriptions is under way with many readers not yet seen. Committees focus on the business district as property owners are sought for subscriptions. Headquarters are at Wilson Heating Company and subscribers gain a 5 percent annual dividend on preferred hotel stock.
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