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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1919
Page
4
German Propaganda and Its Effects on Allied Soldiers
A World War I era analysis notes German propaganda on the Western front and in France aimed at U.S. troops. It cites a five by eight circular sent to James McCaleb urging desertion and questions of patriotism, plus a German map contrasting aims of Germany and the Allies in Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Germany
United States
France
James McCaleb
Young McCaleb
Sidney Smith
United States of America
England
Outfit
Col
C.J. Wilson
Luxemburg
Ireland
Exile Bill Writes Through Sleepless Nights in Bright Ink
A relentless writer, the exile pens through weary nights refusing food or drink. Readers press him on themes and outcomes, to which he hints at stark bedtime tales of murders and a modern Mother Goose with moral twist, as he doubts lighter topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill
Teat
Wilhelm
Beautifying Iowa cities and a winter gym idea
The piece discusses making Iowa cities cleaner and hints at a business men's gym class this winter. It suggests boxing could regain popularity and urges local businessmen to join for self defense. It also mentions a Department of Agriculture map showing 1918 crop values with Iowa’s dot extending into Minnesota and Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Agriculture
United States
America
Iowa
Minnesota
Missouri
Davenport Alderman Says We Won’t Resign
A Davenport alderman voices defiance at resigning over pay while critiquing cabinet officers. The Davenport Democrat notes the stance as similar to earlier calls for government rail control. The clip references several editorials on pay, leadership, and public figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Quarantine Relaxation Elicits Public Support
Citizens express tolerance for continued dance restrictions for a short period as discussions continue on a proposed state board. The tone shows general approval of easing measures despite lingering limits.
Chicago broker bound to grand jury in confidence game and forgery
Miller Hi Cutler a Chicago broker was bound over to the grand jury on January 15 under bonds of 200000. He faces charges of operating a confidence game and forgery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Miller Hi. Cutler
Grand Jury
Touching Story of HU Cruelty Turning Prisoners
Adjutant Lucy C. Bushnell of the Salvation Army recounts her France mission and depicts Allied prisoners returning from Germany in rags and women's clothes. She describes systematic starvation and piteous conditions of English and Belgian captives while noting American troops’ frustration at Armistice timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy C. Bushnell
Salvation Army
France
Germany
Chicago
Liberty
Bushnell
Argonne
Cummins Plans Government Rail Ownership and Leasing System
Senator Cummins proposes government ownership of railroads with leases to private operators under strict terms, maintaining multiple competing lines with unified terminals. The plan envisions government stock, guaranteed returns, and a commission to resolve rate disputes while keeping private initiative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cummins
Iowa Republican
Senate Interstate Commerce Committee
Congress
Interstate Commerce Committee
Interstate Commerce Commission
Winter Days and Wartime Wry Observations
The speaker notes wild winds and frozen cow misadventures while sheltering by the fire. He laments gear woes, a frozen radiator, and laying out fowls for eggs, yet remains upbeat that winter saves him from wartime rationing duties. He jokes about coal, a stuck car, and a sleet-filled world as the war ends.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Offer Breath Relief
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets claim to gently purify the system and improve breath by acting on the bowels and liver without the griping of calomel. The vegetable tablets come in olive color and are sold by druggists for 10 and 25 cents per box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwards
PF. M. Edwards
Udvwarde
Annual Masonic Temple association meeting set for Thursday
Burlington on January 15 reports the annual meeting of the Masonic Temple association has been called for Thursday evening. The main item is whether to proceed with building this year or postpone again, with reports directors and other business on the agenda. Full attendance is urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
The
Masonic Temple Association
Want Column Clues Spark Local Bargain Frenzy
A bustling want column draws readers to hunt bargains and listings. Shoppers report quick sellouts and surprising finds as buyers compare prices and note contact details for sought items.
Fiftyyear old remedy keeps its popularity rising
A long standing cough and cold remedy described as rapid and indispensable. It relieves mild bronchial attacks and colds. priced at 60 cents and 1.20 dollars.
Dr. King's New Life Pills Advertised for Biliousness
An advertisement touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a safe comfortable remedy. It claims relief from biliousness headaches coated tongue and stomach heaviness by clearing bowel clogging at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Railway Time Table Arrives and Departs Signals
Railway timetable lists numerous local passenger and freight trains with arrival and departure times. Washington Branch services show several locals and freights daily with adjustments. Agents J. W. Calvert and H. W. Russel are noted as station contacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B&q
Do Not Get Careless With Your Blood Supply
Public health notice touts S. S. S. as a vital blood purifier to ward off disease. It urges readers to buy at local drug stores and offers free medical advice via Swift Specific Co. address in Avanta, CA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swift Specific Co
Swift Laboratory
Avanta
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