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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1923
Page
4
The notice states the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to publication of all news dispatches credited to the paper and to special dispatches locally published, asserting full control over distribution and use.
Bible Thought for Today for Tuesday December 18 1923 cites Hebrews 4 12 about the word of God being quick powerful and sharper than a sword discerning thoughts and intents of the heart.
The writer dismisses claims about what dead leaders would think today as bunk, noting such speculation is driven by personal bias. He argues George Washington would align with current partisan lines, and references reactions to the League of Nations. The piece ends mid-argument.
ABE MARTIN says it is fine to clash in campaigns but once a President is chosen Americans should applaud his image. He urges wheat farmers to stay hopeful and to value human life.
In a village churchyard tale Walt Mason mocks motorists who die in crashes and warns against reckless driving. The poem contrasts somber graves with humorous if grim verses on speeding and unsafe habits.
A brisk wrap of holiday notes and quips about gifts secrecy and noisy presents. Anecdotes include misadventures with checks and laundry, a dogged hat mystery, and wartime humor. The By the Way column invites readers to contribute and read light commentary on festive life and playful misfortunes.
The speaker argues the nation will not enter European conflicts or align with any side. He emphasizes steadfast isolation and arbitration support while avoiding punitive involvement. The people’s will, not party pressure, shapes U S involvement and future decisions.
This notice informs helpers that this week may be used to finish up work and gather collections for the Harding Memorial appeal. It notes only a modest response was expected and that several drives are currently active, with more to come, framing the effort as part of ongoing community fundraising rather than a strict appeal.
An appeal invites donations to a substantial monument in memory of the late President Harding. Contributions can be left at city banks for those who wish to participate.
A collage of jokes and quips spanning film, comic frames, slang dialogue, and vaudeville humor. From misheard phrases and travel salesmen to social satire about bills and Egyptian relics, the item blends punchlines with period voice and urban comic vibes.
A Washington store received a mysterious package left by a contributor. A woman found the package in her mailbox Monday morning after it was left Saturday evening. The note suggests shopping early with only five days left.
A local shop advertises fresh arrivals of decorative items and notes a selection of Christmas cards with engraved sentiments. Custom printing with names available and customers urged to visit the store to view the designs.
Illinois Power and Light announces a $16 million Des Moines electric plant with 200000 horsepower capacity. First section to cost six million dollars will start immediately in southeast Des Moines.
A husband and wife made a bet that the wife won. the husband paid five dollars by check. The wife cashed the check at a grocery store but forgot to endorse it. The grocer paid it to a packing house collector who turned it in.
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