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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1918

Page

6

Joseph Made Prime Minister of Egypt as Famine Looms

Thirteen years after being sold by his brothers Joseph rises to power as Egypt’s prime minister following Pharaoh’s dreams. He interprets the visions, gains a Gentile wife, is naturalized, and begins a wise seven year plan to save the land from famine while foreshadowing Christ’s redemptive role.

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The Loom of Life and the Weave of Character

A reflective meditation on character as a loom weaving each thought and action into the self. The metaphor compares life to a fabric dyed and stitched by conduct, with identity forming from accumulated choices and behaviors over time.

Nile Alexander Maclaren

Righteousness and Truth in Humility and Love

Quoted reflection by Howard Pyle on God discernment and the need to empty human effort before divine truth fills it with righteousness humility and peace. The message emphasizes inner purification as prerequisite to true goodness and joy.

Howard Pyle

The Law of Life and Progress

Henry Drummond discusses life as a progress driven by a divine law. He contrasts animal pleasure with higher purpose, noting God assigns pleasure to the butterfly but structures mortal life to evolve. The writing blends theology with natural philosophy.

Henry Drummond

Pledge Kept to Aid Allies with Wheat Exports

The article recalls American wheat exports to Europe during wartime, noting shipments between July 1 and October 10 reaching 65 080 05 bushels and projecting over 27 500 000 bushels by year end. It credits production gains and conservation, wheatless days, and sacrifices at home for sustaining Allied bread rations.

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Mood Administration talks on democracy and food problem solution

The text cites a Mood Administration statement asserting democracy rests on individual initiative and national service in emergency. It argues discipline can solve food issues for the nation and Allies, claiming such action proves the nation's faith and ability to defend itself without Prussianization.

Mood Pood

Armageddon and Crusade Campaigns Across Time

A historical overview recounts the late Crusades campaign at Armageddon where Saracen forces under Saladin captured Christian strongholds. It recalls six centuries later Napoleon Bonaparte defeating the Turks, yet retreating to Acre after costly battles, ending his bid to rival Alexander the Great in Asia.

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Rose growing experts rise with urban demand

An authority notes that a post-class rose grower earns as well as a college professor, and that expertise in growing large, well–formed roses is rising in cities. The specialist can produce long stems and abundant blooms, requiring skill and refined technique.

American Food Drive Exports Wheat To Europe

In the critical year of the war the American food effort shipped 141 million bushels of wheat to Europe from a surplus, marking a major outstanding exploit of the relief program.

Europe

Greatest Opportunity Women Ever Had

It was given to the women of this country to perform the greatest service in winning the war. Through peace arts and home virtues the womanhood of a nation served humanity in its profound struggle for peace and freedom.

First Call to Food Army Speech 1917

Hoover urges national cooperation for flax and freedom as America mobilizes food resources during World War I. He calls for full public confidence and support to sustain the war effort.

America Herbert Hoover

Democracy in Food Control A Year of Progress

A year ago voluntary food control began as a bold democratic experiment. Over the year the system solidified into an established practice reflecting improved efficiency and public participation.

Disinclined to Matrimony Among Burma Tribes

Among non Burmese groups in Burma women are undervalued. The Banyak or PBan yangs avoid marriage unless ordered, often dragging the groom to the bride. The Was practice treats marriage as sale or exchange with brides valued by buffaloes, fowls, or even a dog.

Burma

Tribute to Wise Parent in Warthing ton Trving

A tribute praises a thoughtful father as the source of home happiness and the cherished gift of a sense of belonging. The writer reveres the parent for creating a warm, welcoming family life that makes home feel the happiest place in the world.

Warthington

Optimistic Thought Seeks Safe Steady Outlook

A cautious tone favors high security with stable conditions while acknowledging lingering insecurity. Experts urge balanced planning and risk awareness to sustain progress amid uncertainties.

Pain Reliever Promises Fast First Round Relief

This famous analgesic relieves rheumatic aches neuralgic pains and other twinges with gentle penetrating action. It requires no rubbing and leaves a clean refreshing feel. Available at all drug stores. large bottle offers economy.

Carrot Praise Sparks Domestic Advice Column

A writer extols carrots as nutritious and cheap, claiming they improve temper and mood. The piece links carrot consumption to reduced jealousy and better dispositions, urging readers to share carrots with feuding spouses and suggesting beans as a companion.

Oiling the Wheels of Courtesy Opinion Note

A short exchange urges daily use of courtesy as the oil for life in modern society. It argues politeness prevents conflict and that everyone is an arbiter of fashion, suggesting elders would welcome old-fashioned social amenities.

Difficulty of Fashion and Vest Storage Needs

The Seattle Post Intelligencer remarks that before reformers abolish men s vests they should ensure storage for watches matches eyeglasses pencils business cards cigars and other odds and ends including a currency pocket for rural visitors.

Seattle Post Intelligencer

Visitor’s Arrival Sparks Fishermen’s Gratitude

Morecenan fishermen, highly superstitious, react to weather or tide changes and a visitor's arrival. If the visit coincides with a four run, they welcome him eagerly and pay a fee to show gratitude, believing the guest brought the fish run.

Set in Their Ways

Writer Medele pursues an odd plan to train hens to lay square eggs for easier packing. He faces little support from seasoned hens who remain resistant to the unusual method.

Medele

Keep Bowens On Schedule With Dr Kings New Life Pills

A vintage advertisement touts Dr Kings New Life Pills as a mild tonic cure. It claims the product retards issues and restores daily routines by cleansing the system and keeping appetite lively.

Dr King

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