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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1910
Page
6
A brief verse pair contrasts pessimistic and optimistic views of time and the year ahead. The Pessimist laments weary days and months while the Optimist finds joy in each year, celebrating life as days pass. Both stanzas personify attitudes toward time and time’s passage.
A playful courtroom riddle frames Mr Grouch as gloomy and Mr Grin as victorious. The judge declares the case resolved with a year of disgrace for the pout and a verdict that sunshine and cheer prevail.
Second and First United Presbyterian and Baptist groups held annual dinners with hundreds attending. The meetings included officer elections, a $300 raise for the pastor, and a plan to furnish a room at the new county hospital. The day featured reports from church groups, fraternal greetings, and strong communal ties.
Former heavyweight champion James Jeffries and racer Barney Oldfield narrowly escaped death when thrown from Oldfield's car while speeding on a road near National City California. Both escaped with bruises as the car suffered heavy damage.
Justice Swayze in the supreme court affirmed Judge Teneyck. Mrs. Caroline B. Martin faces trial for the murder of Ocey W. M. Snead and is found not insane under the statute, preventing removal to an asylum.
Buffalo maker Parisian Sage announces to readers of the Journal and Washington residents that Lemmon's Pharmacy will guarantee removal of dandruff stopping of hair loss and itching or money back. The product promises nourished hair growth and lustrous appearance with a 50 cent bottle sold widely. Mrs Hoglund of Sault Ste Marie endorses the hair beautifier and scalp cleaner.
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