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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1923
Page
4
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The Ever Welcome Messenger presents Isaiah 62 7 inspired verse on beautiful feet delivering peace salvation and proclaiming that Thy God reigneth, inviting readers to reflect on divine news and hope.
Washington residents gathered in large numbers last evening at the Methodist church to honor the late President Harding. Observers admired his gentleness patience and self control, noting his human qualities and leadership aimed at serving all people despite political pressure.
The Ottumwa Courier celebrated its seventy fifth birthday by issuing a 216 page edition. It notes readers could finish the paper in two to three weeks if time allowed, while mentioning Chautauqua, fishing, threshing, and an upcoming school term.
A poetic vignette in Walt Mason’s Rippling Rhymes about aging and shifting time. The speaker recalls youth’s impatient dreams of fame and progress, then describes old age watching seasons whirl and the lack of future horizons, with humorous images of fireworks and time’s sprint.
The Courier marks seventy five years of publication with a centenary edition recounting Ottumwa and Iowa town development from pioneer days to modern times. It notes hardy early publishers, struggles to print weekly pages, and expresses optimism the paper will endure many more decades of service.
The term applied to the eight real Spanish peso circulated in Spain, other European nations, and in the Americas. It bore the figure eight and denoted its value.
A startling claim notes that men trapped by an avalanche hear clearly every word spoken by rescuers, though loud shouts fail to reach them through several feet of snow.
German statistics show 40 million people in the world live in 18 cities with populations of a million or more. About 90 million residents live in 303 cities, or one in fourteen people.
A brief, near existential maxim states that each person looks after their own home and interests. The remark emphasizes self reliance and personal responsibility. It reflects individualist sentiment attributed to M Dupin.
Funeral services for Mrs James G Latta will be held at the Latta home 503 South Fourth avenue at 2 30 tomorrow afternoon conducted by Rev J Reade McCrory of the First United Presbyterian church Burial will be in Elm Grove cemetery Mrs Latta died suddenly Saturday afternoon at 3 40 She was born Ida May Nicola February 2 1862 in Indiana and married January 31 1878 to James G Latta Surviving are her husband and daughter Kathryn a teacher in the Washington city school Simple obituary notes her church and charity work plus surviving relatives
Whimsical queries abound about tall corn jokes and truthful fish stories. A letter from L C L requests cotton stockings sized 26 long 21 around top and 10 to 12 pair, noting foot pains and enlarged joints. A proofreader mishap turns "a niece of the bride" into "a piece of the groom" in wedding copy, prompting cautions about railway crossing safety and insurance jokes.
A compact, period tone excerpt discussing life philosophy and labor. It cites a Cleveland resident Mr. T. Kahn and Mrs A M who reflect on future work, happiness, and the value of daily labor as a moral ideal. The piece contrasts clever quips with everyday wisdom from a maid named Lovey Dear.
A debtor writes to Mr Smith about debt owed, asks for patience, and promises to pay when funds arrive. He warns Smith to be ready to meet his Master as he meets his account and expresses trust that payment will come in time.
A message from the railroad section foreman to the road master states No 6 did not whistle and requests a new hand car. The terse dispatch records a singular equipment and signaling concern within rail operations.
Lee Holland of Washington visited his parents in Wyman. Burlington shoppers and visits to Burlington are noted. Jessie Sage from Chicago visited her sister Mrs. Walter Graves. The Wyman fair team beat Mediapolis 5 to 3 at Winfield grounds. Community Club meets at Mrs. John Simmons' home. Rev. W C Allen visits Prescott to aid Theodore’s health.
Katherine McDonald, touted as America’s most beautiful woman, shares a sane beauty recipe in Refug e. She emphasizes hot water on waking, exercise, and especially foot and hand care to improve expression and health. She argues cheerful posture beats creams, noting many facial wrinkles stem from tired feet and poor stance.
A New York household hint suggests wiping pantry shelves with de natured alcohol to deter red ants. The witty aside questions how to keep ants still for the rub, highlighting a playful domestic moment.
A humorous quip from Mrs. A M notes that when eyesight becomes poor a young man mistakes a certain lady as having pearly white wings, suggesting a parson rather than an optician for guidance.
A nursery style verse recounts a boy and girl in a quarrel with a father, a hiss of punishment, and a dark night at a gate. The tale hints at rules, boundaries, and a breach in the family space.
A fragmented reader letter mix notes on religion luck and a stilly night scene of mosquitoes. The piece mentions Davenport band, a crowd at a fountain seating, and a boy named Johnnie answering a pastor about prayers before bed. It reflects lighthearted local opinions and community life.
Mr and Mrs B Martin and child ren of North English are visitors at the J R Lease home. J J Anwyl and John Lease brought Miss Hazel Anwyl and Miss Genevieve Mincks home to spend the weekend. Grace Lease returned from a California Salt Lake City and Denver trip. Gladys Strothman of New London visiting briefly. The McFarland household goods moved to Eldon to establish a new home.
A reflective line notes that nearly anyone who leads a useful life will accumulate several enemies by the time they reach seventy, a common observation about public and private conduct.
A brief quotation attributed to Samuel Silles contemplates childhood as a mirror that reflects first images, suggesting life after. The note frames an early insight into memory and perception in youth.
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