Journal Welcomes Grayson and Ross to Washington Newspaper Field
The Democrat sold to J Bilitt Grayson and Donald O Ross, both Washington county natives and longtime Journal associates. They plan to begin immediate duties with seasoned experience and strong local ties while former owner Frank Appleby exits after four years, moving away with his family.
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Journal
J. Bilitt Grayson
Donald O. Ross
Washington
Grayson
Mr. Rose
Washington County
Democrat
Frank Appleby
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason on Justice and Juries
A poem critiques slow courts and legal wrangles as crime faces delayed trials. It argues the public demands swift punishment while highlighting how juries often disagree or fail to convict, leaving justice uncertain. The piece uses vivid satire to urge timely and certain legal process.
Community News Delighted by Appleby Family Departure
The Journal notes the bright young Appleby pair leaving the community, praising their newspaper work experience and social contributions. Mrs. Appleby’s artistic Christmas cards draw admiration, and the piece wishes happiness as the family moves to new ventures beyond local competition.
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Appleby
Obituary of Wm Henry West Pioneer Christian Leader
Wm Henry West born May 12 1853 in Guernsey County Ohio died December 19 1923 at his daughter Mrs L S Bennett in Boulder Colorado after influenza developed pneumonia He joined the Christian church in Nebraska and later Keota Christian Church He married Malinds S Workman in York Nebraska in 1874 and they had five children two sons and one daughter survived The funeral was held at the Christian church in Keota with Rev Lemon officiating and burial in Keota cemetery He leaves a large family including siblings and many relatives.
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Wm. Henry West
Wm. Wallace
Elizabeth Ward West
Guernsey County
Ohio
L. S Bennett
Boulder
Colo
Christian Church
Nebraska
Keota
York County
Malinds
Workman
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Noah E
West Chester
Joseph H
L. 5. Bennett
James M
Lancaster
Cal
Doniphan
Webster
Fillmore
Lemon
Keola
A. C. McNurlen
Andy Blattmer
Clyde Stoutner
Frank Klein
John McNamee
Chas. Russell
Introduction via Journal Advertisement
A brief note suggests introducing yourself by referencing a journal advertisement. It frames contacting a recipient through an existing listing as a courteous opener. The idea emphasizes using published notices to initiate dialogue and establish credibility.
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Journal
Actor Robert Edeson Parks Himself In Has the World Gone Mad
Amusement note describes Robert Edeson’s intense immersion in a lead role in Daniel Carson Goodman’s Has the World Gone Mad at Fox Theatre. Edeson says the part felt absolutely real engulfing his outside life and yielded the thrill of his life, highlighting his stage renown in Strongheart and The Great Divide.
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Robert Edeson
Daniel Carson Goodman
Fox Theatre
Goodman
Mr. Edeson
Mr. Goodman
King of Greece Fired Amid Global Chatter
Columnist jokes about political shakeups in Greece and world affairs. The piece wades through satirical riffs on kings, Russians, Mexicans, and evolving media while musing on power, fame, and perils in a changing world.
Weather and walking in Iowa after California style heat
The writer laments extreme heat in Iowa, urging men to park cars and walk. A vivid sight of seven young girls together with new dolls underscored the day’s unusual weather.
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California
Iowa
Christmas Belts and Laughable Expense
John Timmerman boasts eight belts with silver buckles but only one pair of pants. A sarcastic traffic cop questions the driver as she explains after a car wash she cannot control the vehicle, yet she escapes.
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John Timmerman
Question for Debate on Marriage Order and Social Trends
A debate prompt discusses whether a man should decide to marry before seeking a partner or search for a partner first. It notes merchants face rising costs and shifting fashions such as bobbed hair reducing demand for breakfast caps, and ends with a light admonition to “Confound the Inck.”
This Very Sad Case and Comic Aphorisms
A collection of quips and aphorisms about marriage advice courts, and punctual footnotes on fortune. Notable lines include a doctor delivering a stark diagnosis about a wife and a weary husband’s dry reply. The page blends humor with reflections on time fingerprints and manners.
Vegetable Vamps Riddle and Water Use Fact
Riddles link vegetables with playful clues, naming lettuce cabbage peppers corn cucumbers beets asparagus beans potatoes onions muskmelon peas. A final note states New York uses about 725 million gallons of water daily including Saturday night.
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New York
Untitled fragment hints at Kluxer aftermath
Fragmentary note suggests an intoxicated Ku Klux Klan member involved in an incident described as "stewed" and leaving him "four sheets in the wind" with limited readable context.
Olaf's Ice Cream Soda Snafu at Corner Drug Store
Olaf accompanies Deacon Miller's daughter to a corner drug store for a weekly ice cream soda treat. The straw bends and the girl exclaims the sucker is broken prompting Olaf to blush and mutter a lighthearted expletive as the moment underscores a humorous misunderstanding.
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Olaf
Deacon Miller
Co. 3
House leaders guide laws through committees in session
Woodbury as chair of two key committees has steered judiciary and municipal corporations measures in the lower house. As other committees begin reporting, less-heard members will step into the limelight, with activity rising up to the day before Christmas.
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Woodbury
Lter
House Delays Afternoon Session as Committees Work Bills
The house had not yet held an afternoon session, reallocating that time to its committees to advance bills. The senate conducted several afternoon sessions.
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House
Senate
Legislators Leave Early for Holidays in Des Moines
DES MOINES Dec. 27 The house began breaking up for holidays as early as last Wednesday. Legislators avoided chamber attendance with only a few committee staffers lingering while many senate aides also left early.
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Song Chorus Prompted Senator Gorum on Flag Day
A dialogue mocks singing the national anthem. Senator Gorum declines to join the chorus, saying true patriotism is shown by actions rather than singing. The exchange is framed as a dedication to Rotary and Lions clubs in a community setting.
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Senator Sorghum
House in extra session halts on limited debate
More than half of the 108 members have not yet been recognized by the speaker during the extra session. Debate centers on a small group with a score or two participating sparsely while about half vote. Clark of Linn and Forsling of
Balance of Power Pessimist and Optimist Cartoon
A cartoon panel features a husband balancing views with a pessimist and optimist. The mother-in-law favors the wife, while the cook backs the husband, illustrating a domestic power tug of war.
Advertising Hum and Humorous Reminders in a Jumbled Jest
A fragmented ad parody notes the mosquito and a comic exchange about lending a dollar. Characters like William and Jack joke about miscommunication and misfortune, including a quip about Colorado for lungs and repeated umbrella loss.
Rhinelander Birth News Ties Soldier Wife on the Rhine
The first baby born to a Yank soldier's wife on the Rhine during the occupation is reported from Rhinelander. The child is named as the daughter of A. F. Kelsey and the wife of Santa Ana, aged four, with references to W B50.
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Rhine
A. F. Kelsey
Santa Ana
Spring Bird Chirps and Tattooed Men in Newsroom Echoes
A reader reports birds in her yard signaling spring while a warning about bird nest robbing is issued. A New York woman seeks identification of married men by tattoo marks, though the humor hints at recognizing the worried look of men.
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Mina Putman
New York
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