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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1918
Page
4
A reader ponders Ireland's home rule disputes amid WWI, questioning Ireland's unity and the logic of seeking sympathy abroad. The piece contrasts England's perceived cruelty to Ireland with its generosity to other colonies, while noting Ireland's resistance to conscription and the broader alliance war aims.
The text argues opposition to rebellion and notes a strong patriotism across Ireland including the south. It warns rebels are militants and impractical while stressing that independence would force England to rely less on Ireland, yet Ireland would be vulnerable as a divided people.
A WWI era poem urges Americans to sacrifice by giving up wheat hay hens and other resources to support Allied war effort. The speaker emphasizes national duty over personal wealth and comfort, with repeated calls for Uncle Sam to take what is needed to win.
A vaudeville routine in Chicago theaters features jokes about teeth dentistry the Pullman porter and singing voices. The performer references a high fee from an Italian teacher and a misadventure with a brother’s appendicitis as part of a rambling comic bit.
A humorous passage recounts a string of surgical mishaps with doctors leaving sponges and scissors inside a patient, followed by a comical exchange about married life. It ends with a quip about housework and mischief, showcasing light satire and playful banter.
Samuel Anderson declares candidacy for a new term on the County Board of Supervisors subject to Republican voters at the June primaries.
A statement from AL Cocklin announces candidacy for the Washington board of supervisors for the term starting January 1, 1919. He runs in the June primary under the Republican banner, subject to voters’ will.
Secretary Baker told the senate committee that overseas troop strength depends on shipping capacity. The Shipping Board plans to provide ships for transport and maintenance of all troops now available for fighting duty, aiming to move forces to France this summer. Baker may seek 3 to 5 million men and a large defense program, with hearings urging big-scale funding.
London reports Acting Wing Commander Frank A. Brock, son of a fireworks manufacturer, identified by Admiral Geddes as leading the fog and smoke barrage for British raiders on Belgian coast submarine bases. Brock joined the naval air service in January 1916 as flight lieutenant, became flight commander in 1916, and received the Order of the British Empire that year.
The U S government will seize all raw wool in warehouses at current market prices if holders refuse to sell. Newly clipped wool in the West will also be commandeered. A government wool pool will distribute the fiber to dealers for civilian needs and uniforms. Looms devoted to government work will be required to supply 60 percent of output to the state. Civilian buyers receive the remaining at fixed prices.
Dublin reports a labor gathering in Athlone resolved to oppose military conscription and industrials asellos policy. Wotan workers pledged to undertake no work as a protest. The Jordayer of Dublin said he applied to Foreign Secretary Balfour for passports for himself and his secretaries to travel to Washington.
The mustard family includes over two thousand species such as cabbage cauliflower turnip radish horseradish and wallflower with ornamentals like stocks and sweet alyssum noted.
The candidate declares intention to seek the Republican nomination for state representative from Washington County, subject to June primary voters' approval. Walter S. Boyer is named as the individual.
A reflective line credits Sir John Luthock asserting that nobility or ignobility of life hinges on spirit rather than the grade of ceding or external tests. The quotation emphasizes inner virtue guiding conduct.
A notice states Hugh W. McClaery will run as a Republican candidate in the June primaries for the twenty third district representative seat, pending voter selection.
James Stevenson declares candidacy for county sheriff subject to primary results, signaling a bid for the office and outlining campaign intent.
A candidate declares intent to seek the unexpired term of Mr Stevens on the Republican ticket in Washington County. The nominee notes the decision rests with Republican voters and cites Hotle as author or signer.
The text defines the gospel of work as life’s glory and purpose focusing on fatigue and recovery research. It argues not for minimal effort but maximal sustainable output for human capacity. It contrasts believers with non elect who may view it as hard doctrine.
The Chiuebird by the brook has a tinkling voice like running water. The bobolink sings from meadows with a cascade of melody borrowed from breezes through grasses. The Passer domesticus, the common sparrow, matches its tune to street noises and urban clamor.
The piece highlights women lifting the world upward and outward and encourages Chanert dhe Vilaabeth Dhurrison as a forward voice for female progress and public influence. It portrays women's efforts as moving society outward through initiative and leadership.
A correspondent warns of a plant called the kissing palm that induces an irresistible urge to kiss everyone nearby. The writer notes the effect is embarrassing and contagious, making it unsuitable for a respectable home.
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