Strict isolation rules adopted as influenza returns
The board adopts strict isolation rules for influenza affecting churches schools and theaters reopening. Officials urge compliance to curb spread as communities adjust to renewed precautions.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1918
Page
3
Washington Adopts Noon Influenza Quarantine Rules
Washington imposes strict isolation for every influenza case at noon. A nurse will oversee school health. churches and theaters face restricted services and seating. the public library closes and fines up to 100 dollars may be imposed for violations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Board of Health
C. J. Smith
Mr. Wilson
J. M. Hartigan
St. James Catholic
Snow Storm Stops Trains Across the Region
A ferocious late autumn snowstorm halts rail service across the state. Heavy drifting slows trains on the Burlington and Rock Island lines while Milwaukee lines run late but continue. Towns are cut off from country roads and doctors struggle to reach rural patients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Wyman
Rock Island
Knoxville
Milwaukee
City Health Board Hears Nurse Role For Influenza Cases
The board, urged by Mr. Smith, discusses reporting and locating illness cases with a school nurse and potentially employing a nurse to trace unhealthful conditions. City Marshal Stevenson supports reporting gaps where doctors are unavailable. An executive session followed to discuss quarantine documents prepared by the attorney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
T. Rothschild
Ad Club
Kansas City
Mauck
J. R. Maxwell
Community Club
Board of Health
J. M. Wilson
Smith
James Stevenson
Mr. Smith
George Bickford
Graham Theatre
Mauek
Butterfield
W. M. Keeley
Soldier's Christmas Letter From France Recounts Train Chase
In a letter dated November 24 Sergeant Granville Love describes his journey from America to Gondrecourt France with the 210th Engineers. He recalls a soldier chasing a departing train for three miles then boarding it again at a station. He details travel from Kansas City to New York aboard the Aquitania and arrival near Brest before transfer to the Jondrecourt area. He notes good weather, censorship lift, and cramped train cars as they moved through St Brieux Chartres Orleans Troyes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Granville Love
J. G. Love
Ainsworth
Love
America
Gondrecourt
France
Co. B
210Th Engineers
16Th Division
A. BR. F
Hinwell
Red Cross
Kansas
Kansas City
St. Louis
Springfield
Ohio
Leveland
Buffalo
New York
Camp Mills
Garden City
Cunard
Iack
St. Brieux
Chartres
Orleans
Train Chase and Lingering Sleep Deprived Camp Life Near Verdun
A traveler recalls a rough train escape where someone failed to board, pursued for miles, and endured a long journey with little sleep. He notes school delays, plans for weekends off, and visits to French historical sites or the old front line while stationed south of Verdun. He also offers to answer questions and sends best wishes to his parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verdun
Cerretti Sees Wilson Affirms Private Visit and League Support
Myer Cerretti, secretary of state for Nhider, says his meeting with President Wilson last week was strictly private and he was satisfied with their talk. He approves of the league of nations and says the Vatican has no preconceptions about participation in future peace conferences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myer
Cerretti
Nhider
Wilson
Ting
Py Qy Benedict
League of Mitfons
Vatican
Yanks to Surprise Wilson With Army Christmas Plans
The American Army of Occupation plans a secret Christmas tree for President and Mrs. Wilson in France. They also prepare a display of German souvenirs collected by American troops, kept guarded for publication in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perceiders
United States
France
Wilson
Fifty More U-Boats Surrender Imminent
The Evening News reports that Don Tandon says additional large German U-boats will soon be surrendered. This will raise the total surrendered German submarines to 14.
Graham Opens Doors Tomorrow Evening
The Graham Theatre will reopen tomorrow after a nine week Flu epidemic closure. Manager Bickford booked For Husbands Only starring Mrs. Charlie Chaplin, a major production aimed at giving audiences strong entertainment. The comedy drama lasts about an hour and a half and is expected to draw crowds. The title does not imply excluding ladies from the show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Bickford
Des Moines
Charlie Chaplin
When Americans Were Heathen Missionary Roots
A historical note traces the first foreign missionary society founded in London on July 27 1049 under the name The Society for the Propagation of the Gospel In New England and the Parts Adjacent In North America, marking early transatlantic religious outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First
Foreign Missionary Society
London
Sovciety
New England
North America
Something New in Divorce Cases
Mrs Johnson and Mrs Jackson exchange quips about a divorce in a Boston Transcript style panel. It notes a divorce and comments on public reaction with light humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Martha
Jackson
Boston Transcript
Ancient Holland Delicacy Dish Returns From History
The Holland hotspot preserves a recipe dating to Spanish-era cooking during a mass exodus over the dykes. The dish resembles Northwests nullligan and West Indian pepperpot, with crab meat and dumplings added, echoing colonial influences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holland
West Indies
Fvennie Journal Evening Edition Highlights
The Evening Journal covers local events, politics, and community notices with a focus on timely reports. Readers find brief updates on city happenings, area meetings, and notable upcoming dates.
Omitted or Damaged Tax Notice from Toledo Firm
Oath by J Cheney of FPJZ Cheney & Co asserts the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each cured case. Notary public confirms sworn statement in Toledo Ohio. The fragmentary text references catarrh and internal medicines but lacks clear particulars or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
City of
Toledo
Lucas County
J. Cheney
FP. Jz, Cheney & Co
Cammel
Seal
Hell Catarrh
Taledo
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W. HH. Butterfield
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Ross
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Statue of Liberty
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OhGeod
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J.D. Dayton
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Wes Engel
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J. G. Lave
Arthur Therion
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C. R
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Mgr. Cerretti
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League of Nations
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Dick Peters
Good Street
Button Factory
Washington Loan & Trust Co
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