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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1928
Page
4
The piece notes hundreds of millions in gold hidden by ordinary people across Europe, especially in France after its return to gold standard last June. Hoarded gold reappears from stockings and chimneys, ready to circulate and stimulate economic activity, signaling improving conditions despite earlier fears of ruin.
The piece argues New Bedford mills face gradual decline as southern mills with modern plants cut costs. It notes a 10 percent wage cut, potential permanent closures, and broader doubts about manufacturing futures amid relocation and new technology. It cautions that old methods fade as industries reorganize.
A readable fragment discusses common English usage errors and mispronunciations. It highlights phrases to avoid such as saying scared of instead of afraid of and stresses vocabulary growth by mastering one word daily. The focus word for today is sedulously with related forms.
Some older business institutions refuse to adopt the telephone and other new devices like the typewriter and adding machine. They claim success without them and fear higher costs, but adaptation to changing times is shown to determine prosperity or failure.
The article praises Herbert Hoover as a leading humanitarian who argued for universal food relief during and after World War I. It recounts his appeals to President Wilson from January to March 1919 urging end of the blockade on Germany, to allow neutrals to buy food, restart production, and prevent Bolshevik influence, highlighting his diplomacy and the criticism he faced.
The Muscatine Journal recalls Herbert Hoover advocating fed Germany to prevent famine sparked instability that could threaten France, Britain, and the United States. Hoover is praised as visionaries with courage, suggesting he could be a fit for president due to expansive humanitarian and strategic thinking.
William Brown, seven, was injured in Des Moines when he fell while attempting to hook a ride on a motor truck. Doctors reported a fractured skull and serious injuries.
Oelwein Iowa August 10 Funeral services for Charles F W Oelwein 62 son of the late G A Oelwein founder of the town will be held tomorrow Death attributed to heat prostration He lived on a farm east of Oelwein Senator Brookhart returned this morning from Burlington where he has been on business
A Fargo to Washington travel diary describes longing for home, a band that plays hymns like Lead Kindly Light and Almost Persuaded, and nostalgia amid a long trip. The writer notes hope to return to Washington soon and praises American charm over jazz.
The piece notes straw votes as a political warm-up and cites a Darling cartoon about their value. It also parodies a royal heir and a rhyming tale of Wille TS and Annie KS, hinting at love and mischief with coded wordplay.
A narrator recalls test cases with a dog named Hilda showing quick obedience to commands. Hilda responds to window and door instructions and seeks the proper entry when asked. The piece advocates kindness and consideration for intelligent animals.
The column shares light animal anecdotes from the By The Way feature and notes President Coolidge’s pending post March 4 1929 plans while humorously noting a dog named Gentleman Joe and JT’s food troubles. It closes with a playful jab at bedtime radio stories.
Miss Faith Dunbar reports in Indian Creek as families like Carpman and Rich visit for excursions. Cecille Rich stays with Ferne Dunbar while Mrs. Pratt and Theodore visit Fairfield. Dunbar heads to Missouri for work amid threshing season.
Osawatomie Kansas police announced they were seeking the killer of M B Mathey a 65 year old wealthy bachelor who was found slain in his home police reported no arrests as the investigation continued with details pending.
A brief ad notes Mela softens hard water and eliminates soap scum. It claims the product saves 1% to V2 of ordinary soap usage, producing wonderful suds and effective cleaning with or without soap. Available at grocers.
Neighbors report a fatal shooting at a residence after an argument with two men. A wallet with over $1,000 found on the victim suggests robbery is unlikely. Police investigate motives as they question witnesses and review the scene.
Electa Morrison of Oskaloosa is a guest at the home of her brother Loyd Morrison, enjoying a family visit.
The Crawfordsville Town Council in Washington County Iowa will meet on Monday August 20 1928 at 8 pm in the Council Room Peoples Savings Bank Building. Taxpayers may be heard for or against the proposed expenditure estimates.
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