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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1907
Page
2
In a heated scene a male capitalist mocks socialism while Shirley argues the rising movement will curb wealth and replace monopolies. She cites a pamphlet defining socialism as common ownership and industrial democracy opposing oligarchy, urging transformation toward justice.
In a heated scene, Shirley defends socialism as a path to justice and progress while Ryder ridicules it as utopian. He boasts control over Wall Street and Congress, chasing power through wealth. Mrs Ryder hints at family pressure over Jefferson and Kate Roberts amid marriage tensions.
Brick Morse recalls a legendary misadventure at San Francisco’s recreation grounds during a Stanford series game. A misplaying seat sent his bat into the ball, startling the crowd as the ball rebounded to the plate, leaving Morse finishing with a bruised memory and a bizarre miscue.
Quote attributed to Pele Mele praising field glasses for dramatically reducing perceived distances during observation.
The article traces the sinking fund concept from Lord Stanhope in 1716 through 1738, noting how £52,240,000 was paid off initially and later declines due to graft. It discusses Dr. Price and William Pitt’s plans to invest money yearly, calculating long term effects and the potential to reduce national debt via compound interest and controlled use of interest.
A fragment from the Cleveland Plain Dealer hints at a traditional story about an old church bell. The brief exchange suggests a legend linked to tolling and local lore.
A collection of aphorisms and observations on sailors bluffing egotism talking women cooking marriage and appearances. The quips touch on discernment in practicality politics friendships and how weather can affect a girl’s mood. The tone is wry playful and reflective of everyday quirks.
A reflective poem recalls childhood fascination with circus posters. The speaker recalls believing posters promised wonders and trained the mind to seek tickets. As time passes the poet learns posters may exaggerate yet still admires their artistic skill and enduring allure.
A reflective verse piece notes that the duration of a honeymoon does not depend on romance or celestial timing but on financial realities as money runs short. The meditation implies that financial limits, not affection, set the length of the marriage celebration.
A satirical guide suggests one tactic to uncover tax dodges by listening in on unmarried men talking to charming women. It claims hypocritical behavior of the wealthy taxpayer at home contrasts with a frugal posture when the assessor is near. The piece envisions the assessor recording conversations to expose alleged wealth during private conversations.
A clipped exchange questions the honesty of a narrator and the prospects of a poor upbringing. The dialogue hints at judgment based on lineage and social status, implying tension over upbringing and virtue.
A witty exchange questions motives in marriage with a sharp retort about financial value. The dialogue pairs a claim of not marrying for wealth with a blunt response denying any alternative motive. It captures humor from a social vignette.
A ridge in the Rocky Mountains is described as the backbone of the continent where railroads cross. Signs mark the great divide indicating waters flow east to the Mississippi and Gulf or to the Columbia and Pacific.
In Mrs Byrne's Social Hours With Celebrities there is a tale of George IV showing sharp wit. He balks at a nobleman famed for stupidity and quips Give the Thistle to him for he would eat it, illustrating his mordant humor.
An advertisement promises free Dr. Shoop pain tablets for headaches neuralgia and other pains claiming they remove blood congestion to relieve pain. It lists Racine Wisconsin for the maker and sales through J H Stewart and Mrs Kate Jessup and daughter returning home after visiting C N Dodder’s home.
F F Parrish returned home after visiting Dr G H Pratt in Terre Haute India. The notice promotes Dr Shoop's Magnetic Ointment claiming rapid relief from itching and protruding piles. A large glass jar is offered at 50 cents, sold by J Stewart.
Regular W C T A meeting at First U P Church at 2 30 p m in August Devotional subject God s Gracious Invitation and Promise Isa 55 6 7 Election of officers and delegates All members urged to attend 46 2
Advertisement warns that kidney and bladder trouble require Foley's Kidney Cure to cure all forms of kidney and bladder diseases. Says sold by all druggists.
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