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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1922
Page
4
A Bible thought highlights Hebrews 4 12 praising the word of God as quick and powerful and sharper than a two edged sword piercing soul and spirit joints and marrow and discerning the thoughts of the heart.
A bulletin from Illinois coal operators declares surrender of the strike to the United Mine Workers, with a temporary settlement through March 31, 1922. It warns of vast economic losses to miners, operators, and the public, urges Congress to create a neutral tribunal to settle disputes, and calls for a public-first approach to prevent future stoppages.
Optimists get all the facts as ABE MARTIN notes how men trade steady business for games and leisure from croquet to fishing, reflecting on a changing leisure ethic after marriage and settlement.
The piece humorously cautions singers to be sure they can sing before lifting their voice to avoid upsetting neighbors and attracting mischief. It recalls the author’s youthful attempts at song and the rough reception his music received, ending with a vow not to sing when unworthy of praise.
Des Moines gears up for the national G A R and auxiliary encampment September 24 to 28 with church services, registration, open ceremonies at the Coliseum, welcomes by officials, lawn fete, state house reception, Capitol fireworks, parade, camp fire, business sessions, and officer elections.
The quote argues that anything nonessential is deformity and encumbrance, urging prioritization of usefulness over ornament. It echoes Ruskin’s belief in utility guiding design and virtue in restraint.
The anti liquor movement in Britain unites churches and denominations for a nationwide drive to curb drink. The campaign, led by Rev Henry Carter and supported by Anglican and Nonconformist figures, will start in South Wales in autumn and expand to England in 1923 with aims including local option, age 18 curbs, Sunday closing, and extended licensing laws.
Hartwick correspondent visits Elgin K Bruce Jr at his Thornburg area goldfish farm with twenty one ponds. He explains water cycling to clean ponds and notes fish sizes from half inch to a foot. Breeding and feeding practices include boiled eggs and cream for young fish and oatmeal for older fish. Bruce ships to major U S cities through distributor Mr Greece.
The article notes naval colors are raised at eight in the morning and lowered at sunset. It states army flags are raised at sunrise and lowered at sunset, following military regulations.
A quirky anecdote follows Mr. and Mrs. Jones hosting a neighborhood picnic near town. The event spirals as bugs ruin butter and cream, a baby causes chaos, lovers wander off, and a muddy mishap ends the gathering. A reader note promotes aluminum roasting ear enhancers.
A playful exchange defines reverie as a prize fight umpire. A fevered woman recovers after a show and dresses quickly. A joke cites the small number of non English speakers including train callers. The judge grants a divorce after two weeks citing snoring as the grounds.
A man named John S Black visits a Washington shop and jokes he brought Henry to the hospital, causing laughter after learning Henry is an adopted Black family member who was once a Ford. The column notes changing hat sizes for flappers and styles, with bobbed hair cited as a factor.
One of Bosworths young sprouts came home around midnight on the south road and the engine died near the graveyard. He scared the car so badly the Ford rattled into town as if the motor ran, revealing the mishap with a comic turn.
The story notes a circus in town today in a tent on the Bowers lot behind Dr. W. W. Bowers residence on West Washington street. Advance tickets priced at 2 cents drew strong promoter interest. The same circus played here last season with promises of a larger show this year. Managers are Luther Bowers Dick Skipton and William Stewart.
Col Albert Winfield Swalm longtime Oskaloosa publisher and press figure died August 24 at the Bermuda consul residence after a long health decline. He served in the 33rd Iowa Infantry Civil War, led Iowa journalism efforts, and held posts including postmaster of Oskaloosa and U S consul in Montevideo Southampton England. Survived by his wife Pauline Given Swalm and daughter Nina Reed.
A former commander of the Third Iowa National Guard for five years and a member of the G A R and the Iowa society of the Sons of the American Revolution is referenced in connection with the American consulate at Hamilton Bermuda Islands.
Napoleon criticizes Murat calling him singular yet imbecile without judgment. He notes Murat failed to attack thousands, proving cowardice before the enemy but remaining bold in combat if not forced to decide in politics.
The text claims a 30,000 year geo event began covering the northern United States and all of Canada, describing a fourth and final warm period now upon us. It asserts current living in this fourth warm period and mentions broad regional effects.
Seattle woman recounts severe menstrual pains and a hard lump on her side vanishing after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She credits months of remedies with restoration of health and energy.
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