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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1919
Page
4
A fragment shows pricing phrases such as Per Week Per Month and Per Year with advance payments and irregular figures. The excerpt appears to be a ledger style ad or rate card listing periodic costs, including possible three month and yearly options.
The 1919 opening presents peace challenges unseen in war with Europe rebuilding nations and addressing hunger. The United States faces postwar duties as a distant keeper aiding Belgium England France and Russia while guarding against Bolshevik influence.
The piece urges readers to focus on constructive tasks at home rather than wartime rhetoric. It encourages fixing homes, improving streets, and sustaining families, noting postwar relief and practical care for daily needs.
A historical editor reflects on the aftermath of World War I, noting hardship across the Eastern hemisphere, rising radicalism, hunger, and famine. The piece cautions that progress toward a brighter future is uncertain and asks how far the world stands from that hopeful end.
The chronicler notes Solomon’s failure to keep the Lord’s covenant and statutes. Because of this, the Lord declares the kingdom will be torn from Solomon and given to his servant, signaling divine judgment on royal misrule.
The piece notes celibacy is rare among the living and usually vow based often tied to a vow to a deity. In areas with strong Russian influence a girl may remain unwed after vows or misfortune, becoming the "wife of the hail king" when hail ruins crops or family misfortune occurs.
The column notes a mild stance on winter travel and illness, jokes about the Kaiser, and hopes for Washington in a busy year. It mentions a clean-up campaign, a new union depot, a new hotel, about a hundred residences, more paved streets, and better community organization.
The article states investigations show bees do not injure fruit and cannot perforate skins. Bird, wind, hornets, wasps and other insects cause damage, while bees aid cross pollination and benefit orchardists.
Clips touch on politics and daily life in 1920. Comment from Oskaloosa Herald suggests Democrat presidential candidate debates. Story City Herald notes road quality then wealth. Grinnell Register laments delayed newspapers for soldiers overseas. Cornelia Bluffs Nonpareil discusses William Hohenzollern punishment and aerial escape claims.
A historical note observes the armistice between Allies and Germany taking effect at the 11th hour of the 11th month as a striking coincidence. It cites a page in the Lith book of the Old Testament Kings mentioning God’s anger at Solomon for turning from the Lord, and a warning about his heart.
Lieut Daniel C Roper Jr son of the internal revenue commissioner was wounded in the Argonne forest in October. While recovering in hospital he contracted influenza. He is one of the brothers serving Uncle Sam in the war effort.
Kansas City January report recalls 1849 cholera plagues and the Vinegar of Four Thieves craze. Citizens sought cures from soda to serum, while tales of thieves vinegar boosted sales and quack remedies. A Mattoon resident credits Chamberlain's Tablets with curing indigestion and fatigue.
A Popular Science Monthly note explains that railroad ties last longer when treated. Kiln dried and immersed in creosote, ties become waterproof and rot resistant, effectively doubling their lifespan and reducing renewal costs.
Dr. Edward H. Ochsner reports favorable results using carbolic acid injections for carbuncles. The injections provide immediate pain relief and the core lesion heals rapidly.
The railway timetable for C R J P and the St Paul line updated to June 1 1918 and December 8 1918 shows westbound and eastbound departures and arrivals for multiple numbered trains including No 12 Express No 30 Local Passengers and No 86 Freight. It lists station notes and agent signatures H W Russell and J W Calvert.
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