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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1911
Page
4
Former Governor Hanley delivers an appeal titled The Patriotism of Peace urging a purge of political life and higher standards. He warns that too many politicians fail to uphold ethical conduct and calls for reform.
Campers report delightful experiences this year with strong morning programs and growing interest in next year tent reservations. Governor Hanley delivers a patriotic address urging peace, integrity, and public honesty while criticizing war scares and political corruption. Alpine Yodelers and band concerts provide evening entertainment as readers note the overall high quality of the program and audience enthusiasm.
Schedule lists morning and afternoon talks by Prof Grif Wish art and Prof Wilcox on Lincoln themes with Miss Patterson and Miss Rilling guiding Girls' Club. Schildkret Orchestra performs with a closing Hungarian concert. Monday wash day affected attendance but crowds remained sizable for lectures and music.
Former Indiana governor J. F. Hanley spoke at Chan- Angqua on the theme The Patriotism of Peace. The hour long introduction extended into a ninety minute address praised for eloquence though some felt the start ran long and the audience filled two thirds of the hall.
Norton’s band, a ten man college ensemble, returns after a hit two years ago. The group includes several favorites from the prior year, notably Mr. Anderson, from the college circuit.
A church lecture section reviews a four sermon series on practical faith. The talk cites Haggai 2 about the latter glory surpassing the former and the church’s progress through unity, social service, labor relations, and spiritual life. A concurrent note covers Thomas Jefferson and Democratic party history.
A brief aphorism notes that poverty spares a person from many worries, offering a stoic perspective on wealth and trouble. The line contrasts material lack with the burden of abundance, reflecting a common moralizing tone.
The Rock Island plans special excursion trains to the state fair on August 28 29 30 and September 1 with a return by September 4. Round trip fare is one and one half times the regular rate about $3.45. Trains depart at 5 AM and return around 11 PM. Passengers should carry exact change to avoid delays and ticket sales by a single agent who also handles telegraph. The fair promises to attract many locals.
A marriage license was issued today to Rev. Walter A. Smith of Harvey, Indiana, and Miss Edna M. Gardner of Lexington.
A National Geographic feature recounts the Igorrotes of northern Juzon playing a harsh slapping game. Two men contest on a bench with a flat hand aimed at the other’s thigh, the blow judged by blood under the skin. The match ends when a bloody mark appears.
Mrs Anna Kimmons Emmons died Saturday at her son Louis Emmons home in Cedar Falls after months of heart trouble. She was about 69, widow of Josiah Emmons, and previously lived with her daughter Mrs Lee Ward in this city. Surviving children include Irving, Rollo, Wilfred, and Mrs Sarah Pope along with several siblings. Funeral services were held in Oskaloosa with interment beside her husband.
Editorial argues government should not spend beyond its income and condemns such deficits as harmful for the state, echoing the Providence Journal stance.
All those wishing to reserve their lots for next season will have that privilege until Wednesday evening. After that time, the entire plat will be open to any one. Speak early and have your own choice for next year. Next year is to be our biggest year, and you should begin to plan for it.
An ad promotes Wryeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a modern version of sage tea for restoring hair color. It claims sage with sulphur strengthens and darkens hair, selling for fifty cents a bottle with a money back guarantee through McElhinney Drug Co.
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