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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1920
Page
4
The poem jokes that paying monthly bills is the true sport that thrills the speaker. He lists everyday chores and purchases from groceries to pruning prunes and paying sellers, confessing pride in meeting debts over any other pastime. The voice playful yokes routine finance to athletic feats and outdoor games.
President elect Harding faces the delicate task of forming a cabinet, weighing seasoned figures like Knox, Root, Hughes, Sutherland, Lodge, and Cummins. He must decide who will best serve and unite a country wary of Wilson era leadership while projecting trusted leadership abroad.
Mrs G W Hamilton of Cedar Rapids Iowa recounts a winter illness that left her weak with gas stomach pain and back ache. She says Tanlac restored her health allowing hearty eating sound sleep and regained strength. She notes local sellers Sherman Bros Wellman Mac Gugin Drug Co and other leading druggists.
A reflection on William Jennings Bryan's proposed world peace treaty and its aims to bind major powers England France Germany Italy and the United States to twelve months of deliberation before war. The piece argues the plan could have deterred war and notes Wilson's cabinet reshuffles weakened public confidence, urging Senator Harding to seek broader assistance to succeed.
Fox Theatre announces Buck Jones in Two Moons this Friday replacing a previously advertised feature. It is billed as the first Buck Jones western shown in the state, with high action and romance. The companion Sunshine comedy Hold Me Tight features Fox comedians and the Fox Beauty Brigade. The Volunteer Rescue Army asks for clothing and shoes. contact Green at 417 or residence 429 South Third Ave. Major and Mrs. Sneath oversee the effort.
Dougherty Bros advertise genuine O D army blankets new and available at their shop at 6916 for customers seeking authentic surplus coverings.
Dec 29 Iowa becomes a state after a long admission fight. A 1846 constitution, Des Moines oaths by Shepherd Leffler and Serranus Hastings mark the official entry. The filing warns defendants in a Washington County real estate suit to answer by March 7 to avoid default.
Section work and vulcanizing specialize in new and rebuilt tires. Service Vulcanizing Co. at Motor Inn Garage offers tire services with phone contact 269.
The document lists numerous individuals including Clemons Mary Ann Rosecrans and related party names in a district court notice. It appears to reference a case involving C. O. Davis as plaintiff with multiple Clemons relatives and associates named among defendants or participants.
Auto Owners announce new gears axles springs and parts for most cars up to 1917 18. They offer wheels wind shields radiators cut outs foot pedals oversize steering wheels new rears 3 to 1 gears and life guaranteed front springs. They also repair windshields and urge customers to think of 267 to BONEYARD H R SITLER Prop.
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