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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1920
Page
4
An editorial decries voter apathy in New York and warns that fifty to one hundred years may pass before intelligent exercise of suffrage. It argues citizens neglect their voice in choosing representatives, noting pork barrel politics and trading votes lead to costly governance and heavy taxation.
A humorous verse about a busy man juggling chores from gardening to household repairs while resisting TV ads and doorstep sales pitches. The speaker laments endless tasks, delays, and the urge for laws against intrusive sales, expressing fatigue and satire.
The Journal asked by telephone this morning who is secretary of interior. It notes keeping cabinet personnel up to date is difficult as Washington’s trade slogans arrive. The contest for naming the cabinet picks grows more interesting with many suggestions lacking originality.
There is time for others to make a good strong bid for that $25.00 prize. The contest closes Saturday evening at 9 o'clock.
A clipped comment notes Jack Dempsey owns thirty nine suits and the Atchison Globe recalls none were issued by the War Department. The Os kaloosa Herald records the remark as a curious 1920s commentary on boxing fame and government procurement.
A reminiscence notes an old habit of placing a potato on the nose of an oil can as a playful prank. The writer cautions not to be surprised by similar quirky customs from previous eras.
The Iowa City Press reports farmers and shoppers balk at steep potato pricing with cans priced at six dollars drawing protests and comments on affordability and market stress.
The Cedar Rapids Republican quotes Mr. Hoover urging cooperation between the president and Congress, noting harmony is possible if the president collaborates rather than opposes lawmakers.
Ft. Madison Democrat laments a moviegoer who snacks on peanuts and then steps on the seats, criticizing disreputable theater behavior alongside a lone man seen picking his teeth with a pen knife.
The Marshalltown Times Republican notes strong support in Nebraska farms and Michigan industrial centers for the chief opponent of Wilson and his policies, raising questions about a possible third term.
Mr and Mrs Meeks of western Kansas returned home Friday after visiting Ralph Zeck and relatives in Washington Arthur Duensing of Sigourney spent the weekend at H H Brinning Dorothy Stewart came home from the county hospital L H Wallace bought the P G Ahrens farm Bessie McGlone visits Rene Warner in Washington for a few days including dental work
George Zeck visited from Saturday to Monday with his grandparents Mr and Mrs James Zeck. Jim Carson and George Burnett are filing for Fred Cannon. Mrs Maude Jarrard visited Lincoln school one afternoon last week. A WANT WILL FIND I ve.
A Cleveland based ad promotes Zemo for eczema blotches ringworm and rashes. It claims instant relief from itching when applied promptly and notes the product is non greasy easily applied and affordable at 35 cents or one dollar for a larger bottle. It emphasizes cleansing soothing and rapid healing of various skin diseases.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer a vegetable blend with olive oil that gently stimulates the bowels and liver to natural action. They claim to purify the blood and entire system while avoiding calomel aftereffects. Take one or two nightly for a week. prices 1c and 25c a box.
An old remedy urges starting each day with a glass of hot water and limestone phosphate to cleanse the stomach and bowels. Proponents claim it removes poisons and toxins, improves complexion and energy, and helps headaches, coated tongues, and bilious symptoms.
Prof. Frederick Starr said the Peace Conference approved a war upon Mexico to be declared after the next American president takes office, outlining a post election plan.
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