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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1919
Page
4
A local campaign urges funding for a new hotel to boost Washington’s economy. Backers foresee twenty additional transients nightly and an annual $36,500 increase in local spending, citing Iowa City’s growth after upgrading facilities. A call goes out for all residents, especially those who owe the town, to contribute.
A humorous verse compares a noisy household to Noahs Ark with Shem Ham and animals. The speaker notes the chaos of children in a shack and imagines Noah steering a proa while neighbors clash with livestock. The piece ends by acknowledging the writer’s own lack of excuse for making noise.
A persuasive call asks local residents to back a new Washington hotel, stressing the impact on the area if transient business doubles. Solicitors continue gathering support and aim to complete the list and secure the building, urging everyone to participate willingly.
A Sioux City Journal report notes Germany’s exit from the conflict once it became clear victory was not assured. Berlin sentiment turns to risk as public and leaders reassess prospects and prospects for any triumph fade.
A Cedar Rapids Republican quips that male fashion trends make coats with sleeves so tight men cannot lift their arms, calling the item foolish. The remark reflects playful public commentary on clothing styles.
The piece rails against Bolshevism and urges Iowa cities including Washington to push ahead with improvements. It notes the Iowa House impeachment rebuke of Governor Harding and criticizes “slightly soiled” politics, arguing the state’s record could be smeared by the controversy.
Senator Gore notes no one can predict if a league will be congenial and likens it to marriage in complexity yet would not advocate abolishing either. Des Moines Register characterizes his cautious stance on collective affairs.
Charles F. Yales new musical comedy The Honeymoon Limited brings a 35 member company to Graham on April 19. The show features a selected principal cast, many pretty girls, notable music and elaborate costumes. It is backed by strong press and public endorsement from other tour cities.
J. D. Nelson recalls a county treasurer in Washington County quietly leaving one night with county funds. He cannot remember when or how much, only that the treasurer absconded and was never brought to justice.
A stern colonel orders officers aboard the regiment for an upcoming coast train trip. He bans swearing sky-larking car-playing and minimal cigarette smoking. A timid officer asks to bring plain sewing to occupy his company.
A brief item notes an Oskaloosa printer left a printer's rule on the collection plate during a Sunday service, prompting local curiosity about the mysterious finder and the printer's motive.
A historical remark recalls a boy who defied orders with a taunt and faced a harsh forty year fate. The quip links to military service views and the era's attitude toward conscientious objection and duty.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets marketed as a gentle substitute for harsh laxatives claim to purify the blood and clear the system, improving bad breath by stimulating bowels and liver with a vegetable olive oil formula. Sold in 10c and 25c boxes by all druggists.
A street exchange mimics a dark joke as a man asks about a funeral procession. A boy coolly suggests the mayor lies in the coffin, prompting a quip about a possible rehearsal. The vignette captures grim humor in Milestones.
A brief editorial noting that becoming U S president is a risky path to long life, suggesting the presidency offers an uncertain span and recounting a quip from the Columbia State on aging and public service.
The Iowa House adopted the majority report to censure Attorney General J. M. Havner over the Rathbun pardon scandal. Governor Herding is censured but not impeached, while Will L. King condemned Havner in a fiery floor tirade. W. G. Bonner did not issue a warrant, and a $1 fine plus costs was noted.
Mrs L Wayne of 2726 3rd Street Ocean Park California writes Foley Kidney Pills rid her of all pain. Backache sore muscles stiff joints rheumatic pains signal kidney trouble. Foley Kidney Pills are safe reliable Lemmon's Pharmacy.
M W Havner Iowa attorney general faces a Municipal court charge for violating the city traffic ordinance by operating his car without a tail light. Police filed information on the report of Traffic Officer Bryant after Havner was served a summons at 9 50 p m Saturday night. The car was found standing at a location not disclosed in the report.
Marshalltown report states the new city council will have Mayor J. J. Wilson, a lawyer, serve as municipal judge without extra pay. The change aims to save about $1,000 annually by not enforcing the first class police judge provision.
Fifty continuous cures mark the safe pleasant remedy for colds coughs and related suffering. Grandparents parents and children alike use it as the surest relief. Sold by all druggists priced 60 cents and 1 20.
A vintage health ad touts Dr King's New Life Pills to cleanse the system and restore appetite and stomach function. It claims mild tonic action and notes the product is sold everywhere for 25 cents.
Millions suffer daily from acid stomach and related disorders. The ad urges readers to visit a drugstore for Eatonic tablets that absorb excess acid and relieve indigestion and heartburn, claiming immediate comfort and a money-back guarantee.
The April lesson centers on Matthew 28 and Luke 24 with focus on the angel at the tomb and the empty grave. It highlights the women at the sepulcher, the earthquake, the angelic message, and Jesus meeting the women. It also explains what Christ's resurrection guarantees including Scripture integrity, divine identity, atonement sufficiency, and eternal life.
Chief Justice Chase states that human understanding is given to promote happiness and should be applied to science and invention for the glory of God and the good of creation. He emphasizes that earthly pursuits are best served through research and creative work.
The reading of God’s Word requires the spirit to shine within hearts or correct interpretation will be unlikely. A man may see the dial figures yet miss the day unless the sun shines on the dial.
A brief proverb attributed to a devotional voice notes that the Lord never forgets anyone because he is small in heart. The saying emphasizes humility and care in spiritual life.
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