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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1919
Page
4
The piece argues that Lloyd George promises Home Rule but not independence for Ireland. It warns militant action could trigger war and subjugation, notes Ireland has been difficult to govern and often rebellious, and contends independence would harm Ireland and that England buys most Irish products.
A humorous poem recounts Job enduring endless misfortunes and patient endurance. The tale mocks afflictions from boils to a frozen jitney showing his famed patience remains celebrated despite comic woes. Mrs Job counsels restraint as Job endures failed starts and damaging crank attempts.
Fragmentary note decries policy seen as reckless toward a vital national resource. It argues measures undermine long term prosperity and warns of damaging repercussions for future growth and stability.
A Sioux City Democrat column states a fuel famine seems unlikely to extend into next summer and even the potential ice shortage appears unlikely. The piece offers a cautiously optimistic view on supply resilience and futures.
The Des Moines Register reports Jack Dempsey ignored a France bout at $30 a month but is drawn by a rumored $200,000 for a few minutes of work against Georges Carpentier. The possible prize raises interest in a high profile heavyweight clash.
Quote from Marshalltown Times-Republican notes Berkman and Emma Goldman would be surprised by toads in a Russian puddle, asserting small creatures seem large only in orderly communities and nations.
A terse quip from the Oelwein Register notes that meat is about the only edible that has even contemplated striking the toboggan, pushing back against jabbing at the Packers.
A Sioux City Journal quip notes that marital tensions rise when husbands insist a newspaper paper shortage is more serious than a sugar shortage, reflecting press-life humor.
Plaintiffs William B. Matthews Eliza A. Matthews and Emmeline Dodder sue numerous defendants including Jesse Ashby the Bogue and Clifton families and the City of Washington Iowa seeking status on described real estate in Washington County including Tract One lots 13 14 block 12 and Tract Two lots 1 2 block 12 in J H Wilsons Additions to South Washington City, with unknown surviving spouses heirs or claimants named as defendants or claimants.
Petition filed in Washington County Iowa District Court seeks to quiet and confirm fee simple title to described real estate in plaintiffs separate tracts. Unknown claimants named, but claims deemed invalid. defense due by Jan 5 1920. default and judgment possible. Also notes about English society woman Countess Huey Stoker and Lena M Phillips featured in separate items.
Dr Guilford Sumner Iowa health department warns profiteers hoarders and strikers that public health protection may authorize seizure of hoarded food or control of fuel. The law empowers enforcement and even sale orders to restore supply and curb epidemics. State fuel administrator reports few coal requests and many towns obtain coal directly.
An unnamed authority warns that regular meat eaters overwork kidneys, causing rheumatic and urinary problems. He prescribes four ounces of Jad Salts daily in water before breakfast to flush kidneys, neutralize urine acid, and prevent bladder and blood impurities.
Loy al Berket of Riverside and Martin Hartzler of Kalona were arrested by Sheriff Shepherd on larceny warrants. They are charged with stealing two hound dogs from the Lyons of Tren ton on November 21. They appeared before Justice George Laird. County Attorney T. M. McAdam prosecutes, J. W. Gray represents the defendants. Bonds set at $100 each.
Marie Ivanoff, once a captain in the Russian women’s Legion of Death, serves with the Romanian mission of the American Red Cross and has endured shrapnel wounds in her cheeks. She previously ran a Russian gas company for thirteen months and is now a nurse. Mrs Snowy Baker, wife of Australian promoter, dominates aspects of the athletic business and has organized prize fights and contracts for American boxers to tour Australia.
Help for nasal congestion and sinuses with Ely's Cream Balm. Smooth in the nostrils to soothe swollen mucous membranes and relieve lead colds and catarrh, providing instant relief and easier breathing.
Fragmentary text discusses drafting a tax plan aimed at broad fairness. The passage hints at difficulty in creating a tax that pleases everyone and mentions a burdensome idea. No clear entities or specifics are readable.
Grandmother used Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken faded gray hair. A druggist touts its natural look and ease of use with a simple dampened comb or brush application. One or two treatments restore color and shine, not a disease remedy.
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