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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1923
Page
4
Public notice states the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to republication of news dispatches and local news in this paper. It reserves all rights to republication of special dispatches.
Daily devotional note urging trust in the Lord to direct paths and lead the way. Psalm 37 5 cited. Encourages faithful reliance and calm perseverance through life.
The Rockefeller Foundation favors Iowa for a broad demonstration of medical education and hospital facilities. Iowa’s county hospital law and Washington county’s early county hospital set a national example, with sixteen states later adopting similar laws and fifty four percent of counties still lacking hospital facilities. The state celebrates the local hospital’s life saving impact.
The poem narrates Uncle Hiram aging with a red to white beard, then dyes it green and pink to look younger. Villagers mock him as his dyed whiskers stain his image, while a wary narrator contrasts aging with self respect and the fear of clownish disguise.
The county hospital is portrayed as an indispensable institution, offering convenient facilities for the sick. The piece argues many counties would mirror this model to improve public health, while cautioning against internal and external divisions that could hinder unity in broader conflicts.
The piece notes rising tensions as Britain hardens its position against Turkey while Ankara resists imposed terms. It explains France and Italy balance, debt links with France, commercial rivalry, and England’s naval dominance that could sway control of the Mediterranean.
Miss C N Samson in the city has a copy of America In The Coming Crisis by J C McFeeters D D of Parnassus PA. The pamphlet argues a divine final battle, calls for Christian patriot action, and urges readers to contact Miss Samson to discuss the work.
The piece reflects on wealth as not a crime but warns that keeping wealth without using it for good is a moral failing. It emphasizes responsible stewardship and suggests that wealth should serve others.
A compact adage from the Philadelphia Inquirer notes that those with little to express often voice a simple statement, implying a pointed efficiency in speech and impact.
A garbled collection of quotes and comments highlights odd signs and misheard phrases. It mentions Christmas countdown jokes, a parent warning a child about sawing wood, and quirky lines about home life and danger in everyday acts.
A tired speaker admits hunger and plans to dine out as a partner complains about past promises and a bruised heart. The dialogue hints at frustration with social expectations and a breach of promise claim.
A humorous reminiscence recalls a darky in the South who misheard Armistice Day as Mister’s Day. He explains that he and others were sent over the top when news arrived the war ended, making Germans think they were “mistus.”
A fragmentary reminiscence notes a scene of homey joy and leisure with the speaker content to stay in, awaiting a simple evening. The text references an umbrella held by John Long, hinting at a riddle or punchline tied to a domestic moment and a discovered object.
Eastbound schedules show No 4 Golden State Limit departing 2:28 am and No 60 Lo Pass at 9:10 am. Westbound trains include No 3 Golden State Limit 12:50 am and No 49 Lo Pass at 5:05 pm. Local freight Nos 885 836 429 480 450 run daily with Sundays excluded for some services.
A fragment snapshot of city life with jokes and vignettes. A stranger ponders potent beverages and a theatre intermission tale. A ball game quip, a housemaid exchange, and notes on auto plates and square dances appear as light, humorous snippets from a post holiday issue.
Regular meetings for Washington Lodge 26 and associated bodies held on monthly Fridays and Thursdays. Officials listed include H T Carris, Arthur Goodin, G Kerr, J Blitt Grayson, and others. visiting members welcome at Moose and Damascus units as noted.
A seven year old in Washington writes to Mrs. George Dowell detailing Christmas gifts from Santa Claus. She lists books Orphant Annie New Adventures of Alice a game Uncle Sam’s Mail another Billy Whiskers, the Fun Book with animals and numbers, a brown leather purse, a pink lined purse a bracelet silk stockings and a small mirror. She signs with love Elizabeth.
Davenport logged eight hundred ninety accidents in 1922 per a public safety report by Louis De Armand. Seven fatalities occurred among the incidents with about ninety percent caused by carelessness, according to the commissioner.
A Washington Star quotation frames Uncle Eben advising that children may misunderstand parental guidance. The remark implies future generations questioning why they did not heed their fathers, suggesting generational counsel and regret.
Women employed as readers in press crippling bureaus memorize about 5 000 names and subjects as part of their duties.
Ice cream spread through ancient Rome during wars and was enjoyed by Chinese and Jans in 1200 AD. It was a favorite of Catherine de Medici and English royalty, marking its enduring appeal across cultures.
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