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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1919
Page
4
A poem laments alcohol’s ruin and the social costs of drink. It imagines Barleycorn’s end ending sighs and crime, predicting fewer prisoners and more stable homes when booze vanishes. The satirical verse contrasts misery with a sober future.
The notice invites attendance at a local event, urging readers to secure tickets for themselves and their sons immediately to participate in one of the year’s happiest occasions. It emphasizes supporting available community activities to foster future opportunities.
A. B. Garretson of the O. R. C. told a senate committee that government ownership of railroads would not destroy the right of employees to strike. He argued public ownership adds another of the so called beauties being cast aside.
A reader notes mayoral chatter at Dean's and jokes about a curfew to keep youths home. The piece recalls a union station near Iowa Avenue and records how today’s wet snow set a winter mark after 375 men shoveled slush from front walks.
The league the president is bringing back has a morning after appearance, rougher than the dressed up look he carried previously, and chances are it will be even more mussed up.
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes that for now there should be no broad wage cuts. Food prices remain high and it is unlikely common labor can fall below forty cents an hour. Ordinary laborers cannot live on less than those who perform specialized tasks. the welfare of the people depends on the average man’s ability to live.
Jim Pierce addressed several hundred people yesterday in the Mount Pleasant opera house. The meeting drew a large crowd and local interest remained high as he discussed the matter with Iowa.
Paris reports the peace conference commission on international labor legislation, led by Samuel Gompers, continues debate on an international labor organization and studies ratification plans and conference bills. North Dakota approves 15 million bond package for rural credits and state elevators, while France moves to probe Humbert graft allegations.
A Sunday gathering urges members to bring a youngster to the father and son banquet next Tuesday evening. Secretary Huxford or the Sunday school superintendent will help find a suitable "son" for those without one, offering a pleasant evening and mutual benefit.
Residents urge decisive action on the soldiers memorial project. The community demands a concrete form and a defined path to secure funding and execution, seeking a timely decision on design and construction.
A clipped comment notes a rumor that Russia might restore the monarchy with Trotsky as czar. It cites Iowa’s county attorney salary boosts and a $75,000 appropriation for special agents as a remedy to state ailments. The piece also mentions calls to fight Bolsheviks and praises the National Guard’s wartime role.
Lieut John O Donaldson twenty years old and a native of Washington, son of a 40 army officer, is among twenty aviators awarded higher ratings and additional pay for distinguished service. He was shot down and captured by Germans, escaped prison camp, and was decorated by King George.
The Webster City Freeman Journal argues that allies erred in offering an armistice as Germany shows increasing defiance and signs it will not comply with conditions deemed necessary to insure peace.
The Burlington Hawkeye notes the Kaiser erred in believing a single country could create a league of nations. The remark reflects a critique of his haste and the broader implications for international cooperation.
A public figure argues that wartime spending should be judged as waste and suggests that postwar misuses amount to criminality, urging accountability for funds misapplied during and after the conflict.
The high school Tatler notes semester exams bring drear to students amid sports defeats. Assembly features Pres. Pearson of Ames stressing character health and knowledge, with Miss Miller welcomed and Mrs. Borland departing.
Des Moines reports show Iowa senators debated the anti tipping law on February 22. Senator Frank Thompson of Burlington blasted high Des Moines prices and Pullman porter tips while Parker of Polk defended repeal. The vote to repeal failed 17 to 27 as lawmakers admitted violations and quarrels over city vice and pricing practices.
Cedar Rapids officials report a 17 year old youth named Carl Watson fined ten dollars for intoxication after confessing to bootlegging. Police court records indicate another 17 year old, John Dixon, was arraigned as part of the incident. The event sparks discussion about enforcing laws to keep Cedar Rapids dry.
A historical notice offers a one hundred dollars reward for an incurable case of catarrh. It touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a thirty five year reliable remedy that works through the blood to heal mucous surfaces. The ad urges immediate use and claims testimonials from F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio and cautions medicines are sold by druggists.
The passage argues that knowing more does not guarantee achievement because people often do not know how to use their knowledge. It likens knowledge to gold buried in the ground and stresses that success comes from applying what is known, not merely possessing information.
An old ad warns kidney weakness can worsen without care and promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a fast acting remedy. It urges prompt action at first signs like backaches and fatigue and claims the capsules are the pure original Haarlem Oil Capsules imported from Haarlem. Money back if not helpful.
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