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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1918

Page

4

Pershing in History Sparks Debate on Presidency and Public Opinion

The Ohio Republicans form a Pershing club amid questions about his presidential prospects and party affiliation. Critics whisper of favoritism in France and possible investigations, while supporters weigh the general’s legacy and whether public scrutiny will fade as victory nears.

Republicans Ohio Pershing Pershina France Weara Aarces Avaindt Géntral Shakespeare Abe General Pershing

Rippling Rhymes on War Aid and Moral Guilt

The piece mocks wartime charity rhetoric as statesmen pledge aid though burdened by duty. It ridicules U S food relief visuals while condemning brutal acts, yet insists on humane aid without endorsing harsh violence. Names and exact events are not specified.

Wilson and Pershing Honour in World War History

The passage reflects on President Wilson and General Pershing as central figures in World War I. It asserts Wilson’s leadership urged national effort to meet emergencies and support allied demands, with the aim to defeat a vicious military power and secure lasting history for their actions and decisions.

Wilson Pershing

Carnegie Rumors on His Health and Last Donations

B C Forbes reports Andrew Carnegie, mostly out of sight, may still be healthy as shown by a four page letter to Charlie Schwab. The piece lists gifts totaling 325 million dollars to libraries, universities, and peace efforts, and discusses whether he will die rich or poor.

Pitteburgh Andrew Carnegie B.C. Forbes Wall Street Journal Charlie Schwab Carnegie Althoy Charlie Sehwab Mr. Sehwab Mr. Carnegie Stiho Myr

Rest and Sleep Urged as Flu Cure and War News Mix

A Cedar Rapids Gazette column urges rest to beat the flu and notes mixed war talk. It suggests buying War Savings Stamps for Christmas and hints at US political and global tensions during a wartime period. It also mentions travel shifts and local sales targets in Washington County.

Washington County Germany Cedar Rapids

Peace and punishment thoughts in wartime dialogues

A clipped dialogue quote debates justice after the Great War. It contrasts harsh punishment for the Kaiser with broader aims of world self preservation and territorial rights, noting pressures on conquerors if justice remains limited to penalties. The Knoxville Banner is cited.

Knoxville

Nellie Weighs Hope In Odd Exchange At Home

In a strained conversation Nellie weighs a claim that someone named Claud can do something tonight. She replies with cautious confidence that he has his reminders, suggesting belief in an upcoming capability or event despite odd phrasing and unclear context.

Nellie

Anson Lorne's New Path to Restored Fortune

After a crushing fortune collapse, Anson Lorne finds support from his nephew Wallace Drake who plans a sober return to stability. Wallace sells assets, supports study, and secures work while cultivating a modest life with Miss Ora Scofield. romance with Ora ends in a hopeful June wedding.

Wallace Lorne Miss Oro Scofield Ora Miss Scofield Lorre Anson Lorne Ora Secofield

Oath of Cheney & Co Partner on Catarrh Cure Guarantee

J Cheney of Cheney & Co sworn to swear partnership claim in Toledo with a $100 reward for each catarrh case not cured by Hall Catarrh. Notary A W Gleason witnessed December 6, 1874. Advertises Haile Catarrh Medicine and CHSLEY & CO Toledo remedies and Family Pills for constipation.

Ole Toledo T.vuess County Sarrank J. Cheney Om Cheney & Co A. W. Gleabon F. J. Chlsey & CO Giao Et Brews

Facetious remark on teachers and discipline

A facetious remark notes that old school teachers had odd ideas about teaching. It claims a sturdy ruler rightly used could turn a stupid student smart, reflecting sharp critique of past methods.

Inner landscapes in daily thought and woe

A reflective line notes vast unmapped country within us needing explanation for our sorrows. The reference to George Eliot appears in a fragmented form, indicating a literary allusion to inner vs outer understanding and emotional turmoil.

Woeis George Eltet

Columbus' Three Vessels Sailed From Datos in 1492

The Santa Maria was one of three ships under Columbus sailing from Datos Spain on August 3 1492. The ship measured about ninety feet and carried sixty six seamen. It was decked and had four masts two square and two lateen sails. The other vessels were smaller with no decks and all were provisioned for a year.

America Datos Spain

Lona Mountain Range in Sumatra Details

Sumatra is of volcanic origin and part of the Asiatic continent. The Bartsons or Sumatra Alps form a broken longitudinal chain on the island with peaks reaching 10 000 to 12 000 feet above sea level.

Sumatra

Nothing Gained by Brooding and Everyday Duty

A reflective note urges leaving failures behind and embracing daily fresh starts. It calls for releasing entities and grudges that burden the mind and stresses constructive action. The text suggests observing youth efforts daily and performing duties, even small chores, as a form of duty.

Jimmie Seeks Help After Dentist Visit

A family friend in a discussion with Jimmie after four teeth were pulled, Jimmie asks a humorous yet awkward question about hair pulling during the visit, revealing the casual fallout of a dental procedure.

Jimmie Brown

Pig Iron from Iron Sands Demonstrated in New Zealand

Experiments show practicability of pig iron production from iron sands in New Zealand. Industry has reached a stage where iron is produced at about 15 tons per day with plans underway to greatly enlarge the plant and capacity.

New Zealand

Rail Timetable Fragments From 1918 Schedule

Fragmented timetable lists east and westbound passenger and freight trains with numbers and departure times. It notes daily operation except Sunday for several locals and freights and includes corrections to December 1918 and agent details.

Corn Pain Is Fused The Corn Is Doomed

A sensational claim promotes a corn remover as unbeatable. The ad asserts a guaranteed solution that eliminates corn pain, promising lasting relief and asserting the corn will be doomed. It targets readers seeking a definitive remedy.

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