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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1925
Page
4
In the opening scripture from John 1 1 3 the passage proclaims that the Word existed with God and was God through whom all things were created. The timeless verse invites reflection on divine creative power and presence.
A Lincoln biographical film screens in Washington for three days at the Fox theater. The picture portrays Lincoln’s life with strong acting and clear scenes, offering a wholesome lesson about ambition industry and honesty.
An unsigned letter received by The Journal calls attention to a town family in need. The note mentions the family name and urges relief efforts from readers and local groups. No further details are provided in the article excerpt.
ABE MARTIN argues members of the Progressive party must travel to Chicago to disband, asserting that many women must rely on personality rather than painting talent, a line of thought on women's social role and political change.
A humorous meditation on a thrifty tailor and his patrons. The poet notes broken promises offend customers while praising timely work and reliable service, warning that excuses fuel patrons’ anger and push business toward the poorhouse.
County Health officials announce that case handling should go through Dr Stewart and his assistants. They emphasize privacy and that publicity often harms innocent people. The Health Service director’s office serves as the common center to coordinate care and records.
Rosella Stewart Rogers born November 24 1899 in Washington County Iowa died February 12 1925 at her Kalona home aged 25 years 2 months 18 days She was the eldest daughter of Charles and Bessie Stewart and a lifelong church worker She married Virgil G Rogers on June 16 1920 and they had a daughter Helen Now thirteen months old Rosella taught school two years and was a talented pianist Her life centered on faith and service in the Lexington and Kalona churches with the C W E M and W A C groups.
Rosella, wife of the model Chris Tan, died February 12 1934 after battling influenza. Despite all efforts she succumbed at 10 20 AM leaving a husband daughter parents two sisters and many relatives to mourn.
The First National film Single Wives stars Corinne Griffith and Milton Sills with an elite cast including Kathryn Williams Lou Tellegen Henry B. Walthall Phyllis Haver and Phillips Smalley. George Archainbaud directs from Earl Hudson story. A neglected wife finds renewed passion after an accident alters her husband’s focus.
George W Hawkins of Setauket Long Island reveals he dug up Spanish gold coins dating to 1770. He disposed of about 100 coins to numismatists at a premium since discovering them while digging bean poles in 1894, with remnants of a canvas bag found.
The article traces Valentine’s Day as both lovers festival and religious observance. It notes Roman beliefs about birds choosing mates on February 14 and explains Valentines’ rise in England centuries ago. It mentions Love’s Lottery and early customs of pairing couples, plus church ties and Esther Howland’s 1849 American valentine.
A collage of quips and light vignettes from the by the way column, including observations on Valentine wishes, sunsets, apartment kitchens, shutters, for sale notices, and mild jokes about labor and modern life. It compiles playful asides, puns, and old-time humor in a newspaper chatty style.
A sailor boasts of a globe spanning voyage telling a passenger he has explored most ports and even coal ships. The humor hinges on a mispronounced place name and playful geography talk.
A neighbor discovers Amanda Joskin fanning her husband who lies in bed. The exchange reveals the man sleeps poorly and his spouse offers a harsh, demeaning view of his condition. The dialogue reflects rural humor and the stigma of laziness in a domestic scene.
Researchers report snakes do not respond to music or songs with altered behavior. The finding suggests musical cues do not calm or distract snakes, challenging folk beliefs about serenades guiding reptile movements.
A puzzled quote compares a radio bug to a bankrupt business. The pun notes a receiver in hand versus a receiver of another kind and closes with the line attributed to Sel. Inv.
A humorous note recounts a wedding where the bridegroom’s only support is a wealthy father. During the vow “With all my worldly goods I thee endow” the father muttered a quip about his son’s bicycle. Other witticisms target work, overtime, and quotes from President Coolidge.
A boy pleads for a doctor to come quickly as he explains everyone at his house is ill except him for refusing to share mushrooms. The dialogue hints at a family incident in a rural setting.
Excavation of the large sewer hits a deep, muddy area as Italian laborers face slick conditions. A commotion erupts when one worker, Piletto, sinks in mud to his knees and is urged to wade out, though the foreman doubts the effort will succeed.
A Sunday school teacher points to a chart figure in the infant class and identifies the figure as Peter. The moment conveys a basic biblical teaching for young learners in a church setting.
A customer at a gas company complaint desk reports his gas stove exploded yesterday and mentions a slot meter backfiring, revealing silver quarters scattered in the cellar. The clerk rebukes him as a nuisance while the man leaves cheerful about the misfortune and vacation thoughts.
Merly recalls life before age three, remembering two years back and a dark train night. She reflects on babyhood myths, fading memory, and her dog friend whose rides and gentle presence shaped her earliest happiness.
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