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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1919

Page

5

Stars and Stripes staff to launch Home Sector magazine

The former Stars and Stripes editorial council returns to America to publish The Home Sector a weekly magazine for discharged soldiers and sailors. It will recruit six editors and staffers from the AEF era and operate from New York with a service department and information bureau to answer war related questions and support veteran adaptation.

The Stars and Stripes American Expeditionary Forces A. EE. F America Home Sector France the Stars and Stripes Pershing Baker A. BE. F Harold W. Ross San Francisco John T. Winterich Springfield Mass Alexander Woollcott New York Hudson Hawley Hartford Connecticut C. le Foy Balridge Abian A. Wallgren Wally Philadelphia Soldier Murmon Italy French War Orphan Fund A. EB. F United States Treasury Congress Spring Macdougal Streets Service Department Paris Tours Brest Bordeaux

Two Men Hurt in Montezuma Auto Crash East of Newton

Aug 14 Newton report of a five car Montezuma party returning from a ball game. Driver Jack Swink 25 in critical condition after crash on Keilogg road five miles east of town. Ward Coulter injured in leg. Dewey Sweney, Carl Klint, and Chas Wassom less injured. Vernon Myers involved. Swink pinned under car, chest crushed, rib fracture, lungs penetrated. Coulter treated at home, all from Montezuma.

Newton Jack Swink Montezuma Ward Coulter Keilogg Road Dewey Sweney Carl Klint Chas Wassom Sweney Wassom Klint Vernon Myers Swink Myers City Coulter

Chamberlain’s Colle and Diarrhoea Remedy Endorsed

A Dupuyer Montana hotel man F H Dear writes four years ago he used Chamberlain's Colle and Diarrhoea Remedy with wonderful results and has since recommended it. Lemmon's Pharmacy and druggists advertise this product.

Chamberlain F. H. Dear Dupuyer, Mont Lemmon Advt

All Wrong shines for Bryant Washburn at FOX Theatre

The film All Wrong stars Bryant Washburn as Warren Kent and proves to be the standout five act feature from the witty comedian. It aims to amuse with light farce and bright dialogue and delivers a rollicking end to a hour of fun.

Bryant Washburn Warren Kent Skinner FOX Theatre

Captain Kidd’s House Lived On Pearl Street Site

The redoubtable Captain Kidd rested about two centuries ago in a New York home that stood where 119 121 Pearl Street now sits in lower Manhattan.

Kidd Capt. Kidd Pearl Street New York City

Bishop Moves to Head Expanded Central District

E C Bishop of Iowa State College resigns to join the United States department of agriculture. He will move to Sioux City to direct work for twelve states in the central district linking with state colleges and the boys and girls clubs program. His move takes effect October 1, with his family remaining in Ames for now.

Ames E. C. Bishop Iowa State College United States Department of Agriculture Iowa Sioux City Montana Wyoming Colorado Missouri Nebraska Kansas North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota Illinois Wisconsin Bishop Lincoln Neb Prof. Bishop Knowp’ Ag B. C. Bishop

Europe’s Leading Role in World History and Geography

A National Geographic Society bulletin cites Dr Edwin H Grosvenor about Europe as a small landmass with a vast global influence. It notes Europe’s population of about 450 million, vast global spread, and historical impact driven by climate trade winds and the Gulf Stream.

Washington, D. C Europe National Geographic Society South America China Edwin H. Grosvenor Canada Brazil Africa Asia Western Hemisphere Japan Newfoundland North Sea

An Old Faultinder? Digestive Health Adverts

An irritable disposition is tied to indigestion, while good digestion yields a good temper. Chamberlain's Tablets strengthen the stomach and aid natural bowel movement. Advertisement from Lemmon's Drug Store urges indigestion relief and regular bowels.

Lemmon's Drug Store Advt

Witness in Bed Prevents Ottumwa Bootleg Trial

Ed Turner of Oskaloosa, a planned federal witness in a bootlegging case at Ottumwa, could not appear. Defendants Tom Bisenminger and Floyd Shoemaker were arrested August 3 and later released on appearance bonds. Turner was beaten early Monday, delaying the trial.

Oskaloosa Ed Turner Ottumwa Tom Bkisenminger Floyd Shoemaker Turner

Beacons Men Face Police Court Fines After Arrests

Four men were arrested by police with several others escaping. James Griffith Howard and Clifford Madison of Beacon appeared before the police court and each fined 100 dollars. A fourth man was to be tried later. Turner may sue and federal charges are possible.

James Griffith Howard Clifford Madison Beacon Turner

The Sea and European Coastlines Inspire Freedom

The text notes Europe’s long coastline, sparsely inland seas, and the vast Mediterranean as a key geographic feature. It argues seaborne culture spurred collective empires, while individuals who mastered the sea gained personal independence, fueling Greek exploits at Marathon and later freedoms.

Europe South America Africa North America Arctic Mediterranean Greece Asia Minor Egypt Assyria Persia India Marathon

The Best Physic Advertises Chamberlain's Tablets

When you want a pleasant physic try Chamberlain's Tablets. They are easy to take and mild and gentle in effect. They are highly prized by people who have become acquainted with their good qualities. They only cost a quarter. Lemmon's Drug Store.

Chamberlain's Lemmon’‘s Advt

Bishop resigns Iowa State extension post to lead USDA work

B C Bishop resigns from the extension department at Iowa State College effective October 1. He will move to Sioux City for a new post with the United States department of agriculture and will oversee a twelve state territory.

Auto on bridge mystery in Keokuk disappearance of Fleta Quick

A 16 year old girl Fleta Quick disappeared while driving an automobile across the bridge between Keokuk and Hamilton. The car was found on the bridge with engine running and money missing from the purse. Parents fear foul play.

Keokuk Fleta Quick Hamilton

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United States Republic North Cape Tarifa Drug Sherman’s Store Washington, Iowa B.C. Bishop Uncle Sam Fleta Brunswick Brunswick-Balke-Collender CO N. E. Cor 10Th Walnut Street Des Moines, Iowa W. F. Jacobs & Sons North Iowa Ave Washington, Ia Prince Albert P. A R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Winston-Salem, N.C
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