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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1920
Page
4
The piece argues that wartime patriotism silenced criticism and doomed public awareness. It contends officials lost touch with citizens as censorship blocked dissent and calls for frank, wide public debate to judge policies and the wind of public opinion.
The poem laments money wasted and lost, noting that money burned never returns. It contrasts aging and regret with alcohol and thrift, urging frugal living to secure a greener old age. The speaker recalls squandered chances and memories of youth, ending with a caution to save.
Officials clash over suppressed facts and premature burial of the pitiless publicity idea. Tension rises as administration and public misinterpret each other amid ongoing crossfire allegations.
A vaudeville act delivers a rapid back and forth about happiness and future plans. The banter centers on whether other girls could make someone happier and how the performer’s face traits affect perception. The dialogue then pivots to concern for the partner if separated suddenly.
A Boston committee reports shoe prices will rise due to leather costs and higher labor expenses, with prices likely to fall only when leather supplies improve and strikes end. It notes heat from professional shoe shiners damages uppers and urges consumers to shine their own shoes. A 1914 vs 1919 price comparison shows higher production costs despite lower base prices.
Basil and Allen exchange quips about hunger and theater in a brisk dialogue. A food speculator proposes next Friday visit as scenes turn on wit and social roles.
John Fox of Junction City Kansas fought a monster hawk that had plagued local farms for years. Moritz, driving, chased the birds vehicle stopped and Fox killed the hawk after it fought back with a wing span reported at four feet.
The announcement that A. H. Woods will present Friendly Enemies at the Graham for one night has sparked strong interest. The play has been a unprecedented success and widely discussed, winning the affection of thousands of playgoers.
Franklin D Olier announces from Indianapolis that the American Legion views organized labor as loyal citizens sharing the goal of a square deal, law and order, and patriotism. He urges ex servicemen in labor to join and uphold constitutional ideals and mutual helpfulness.
It is noted that abundant bitumen lies in the Dead Sea region and could be gathered and prepared for road making. The material promises cheaper rates than current Near East and European supplies and would be applied with standard tar-spraying equipment.
An employee recalls a roughly dressed man who entered the Century company and offered stories for editors before leaving. The anecdote notes the Century company had lost Robert Louis Stevenson, as cited by William W. Ellsworth in A Golden Age of Authors.
Former Deputy Collector Homer R. Murray announces residence in Washington Iowa ready to assist in preparing individual income tax returns starting January 16th. Charges reasonable. Bring blanks if mailed. office located over Lytle's Grocery on the east side square.
Traveling teachers work along the inland coast of Maine visiting isolated districts for brief periods to continue education for local children.
The text discusses how inspiration often arises after a long, fruitless mental effort. It notes that the final insight can appear suddenly while attention is directed elsewhere, suggesting the preliminary toil bears fruit in the mind subconsciously.
The ad touts Zemo as a fast relief for eczema blotches ringworm rashes and other skin troubles. Available at drug stores for 35c or 1.00 for a large bottle the liquid is described as non greasy penetrating and soothing to delicate skin.
At the coronation banquet of George T. Westminster the hall was lit by candles in a dim glow. The event featured 1,800 candies served during the celebration.
A major Kalona blaze last night destroyed the Bon ton cafe owned by Luther O Loughlin and the Kennard restaurant building, plus the Chicago store operated by Emil Hessel schwerdt. The loss runs to thousands with some insured, and nearby Odd Fellows and Grady buildings were damaged as bucket brigades and chemical extinguishers from Wellman, Washington, and county help fought the flames.
Passenger and freight schedules for Washington route include Express No 11 29 49 87 89 freight. Local passenger Nos 429 430 450 and 836 with daily frequency except Sunday. Some services annulled on Tuesdays Thursdays and Fridays. stock extra at 7 46 p m to accommodate passengers. Corrected to December 8 1918.
LODGES Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M Regular meeting set Friday night of each month L D Langworthy WM Glenn E Mace Secretary Cyrus Chapter No 18 RA M Regular meeting 2nd Friday night of each month L D Langworthy HP JW Morton Secretary Bethlehem Commandery No 45 KT Regular meeting 3rd Friday night of each month J D Glasgow BE C JW Morton Recorder Washington Chapter No 08 O B S Regular meeting Second Thursday night of each month Mrs R H Walker WM Mr Rose Reid Secretary Wishing fraters are welcome.
Souvenir Kaiser crowns drop to one mark per piece as prices rise for food and housing. The new rate replaces the former two to three mark cost, making keepsake coins more affordable for collectors and visitors in wartime Germany.
In Waterbury Petey Coenure of Waterbury and Catadere of Bridgeport confronted each other on the main Waterbury business street and fired. The exchange left both men dead.
Frank H. Gibson of Ossining New York received four years in prison for bigamy after being convicted of marrying five women who are still living and were not divorced.
Senator Sorghum remarks that some men stage grand demonstrations yet accomplish nothing, likening their efforts to lifelong filibusters and noting the emptiness of such proceedings.
After his wife’s death Uncle Will moves in with his brother leaving his niece to tell a playmate he must stay until he finds another wife. The orphaned girl explains the arrangement with childlike honesty in the local scene.
A father's push for his son Bob Minkin to study higher mathematics to prepare him for future work and price tagging duties.
A Binghamton woman reports nervous prostration improved after using Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. The ad extols the product as a standard remedy for women suffering from nervous conditions, displacements, irregularities, pain, and related symptoms. It invites readers to write for advice to Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co., Lynn, Massachusetts.
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