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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1920
Page
4
Hepburn warns in Chicago Herald that postwar optimism mirrors Civil War folly. He cites gold premiums, greenbacks, and soaring wages as signs of a looming recession and widespread credit strain. He argues for conservatism to avoid a credit debacle and costly overreach.
A character notes that a talking nonproducer grows dangerous as secrets emerge about Mrs. Tilford Moot's uncle, a baker who is implied to become a millionaire. The community reacts to the unexpected twist and looming fortune.
The poem laments rising tobacco prices affecting the poor and middle class, imagining cheap, unpalatable substitutes like rhubarb leaves and sage. It recalls a past when smoking was affordable, condemns luxury brands, and urges collective resolve to quit.
The western tale follows Cheyenne Henderson who vows not to bear arms but fate keeps forcing him to pick up a gun. Frederic J. Jackson wrote the story with George Hively as scenarist and Zoe Rae co stars. The Carey flying squadron returns for the showing tomorrow.
The W C T U notes the death of Mrs J H Stewart a devoted member. Though unable to attend recently she supported the cause financially and in prayer. The group reflects on eternal peace and urges a moment of noontide prayer.
The quote extols sincerity as the quickest means to conclusions, likening it to a plain road that guides a person swiftly to their goal. It argues honesty builds trust, reduces questions, and accelerates outcomes, contrasting it with misleading byways that waste time.
A waist expert asserts that a girl with a short waist is lively and thoughtful, while a long waisted person is economical but may lack a sweet temper. This declares a new field of waist reading as a recent science.
Beginning next Tuesday cottage prayer meetings will be held in multiple homes at 3 00 pm with leaders Mrs Rice Mrs Kracaw and at 7 30 pm with leaders Mrs Knuath Mrs Reister Mrs Anderson and others at various addresses A Sunday school at 9 30 am and a morning worship at 11 00 am feature orchestral and choral offerings led by Mrs Torrey Rev T F Barker delivers a sermon with musical selections by the church choir and Epworth League service at 6 00 pm followed by an evening service at 7 00 pm featuring an array of anthems solos and readings hosted by the Methodist Episcopal church and minister Harry Thomas
A satirical poem critiques heavy taxation on the wealthy noting surcharges and fees reduce a multimillionaire's take home. It laments the paradox of wealth in peaceful times and the friction of affluence with fiscal demands. The speaker stacks humorous lines about income, expenses, and the burden of riches.
The Stars and Stripes completes six months back in America as an independent newspaper for all Americans. It has grown to a weekly circulation of 100000 with 65 correspondents, serving veterans and the public while printing news truthfully without an axe to grind.
The public reader in North Africa plays a vital role, delivering daily news to illiterate citizens. His office is a central point for crowds gathering in the streets to hear the latest items.
The notice lists westbound and eastbound train numbers with departure and arrival times, notes limited service days, and mentions a stock extra from Washington at 7:45 a.m. It is corrected to December 8, 1918 and signed by H. W. Russell, Agent, C., M. & BT. P.
Regular meetings are scheduled for LODGES Washington No 236 Bethlehem Chapter No 18 Neth Bethlehem Commandery No 68 Washington Chapter No 8 and Covenant No 101 with weekly or monthly night slots. Officers listed include W M L D Langworthy secretary J W Morton EB C Glasgow and other clerks. Visitors welcome per notices.
The piece argues that illness tests one’s beliefs about life and fate. It notes that suffering challenges resignation to pain, citing Alexander Pope as cheerful despite illness and Julius Caesar as irritable when ill.
The hymn I Hear Thy Welcome Voice was written and composed by Lewis Hartsough. Published first in the monthly A Guide to Holiness, a copy reached Ira D. Sankey in England in 1873 and he promptly adopted it for Sacred Songs and Solos.
A brief note on wedding lore cites two old beliefs. One warns against rain during the ceremony, echoing the saying Happy is the bride that the sun shines on. The other links snowy weddings to wealth and prosperity.
The report notes Stanley described apes carrying torches at night but apes fear fire. Gorillas gather about a deserted campfire for warmth yet do not keep embers burning or add fuel.
Petaluma showcased a basket holding 72,528 eggs at the California industries and land show. The basket measured 15 feet long, 5 feet high and 8 feet wide, highlighting the area’s status as a leading poultry district.
A health advisory warns regular meat intake may trigger kidney trouble by increasing uric acid. It recommends four ounces of Rad Salts in water before breakfast to flush kidneys, claim relief, and notes Jad Salts as a safe, effervescent kidney-friendly remedy.
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