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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1921
Page
4
Clem and John Bonnarem of Bowling Green Mo plan a visit to Ed Bonnarem as Harding pursues change in tone for the March 4 inauguration. The letter backs simplicity and avoids grand shows while noting attire and social gatherings.
Poem humorously contrasts inept nine workmen attempting repairs on a failing bus with a tenth skilled craftsman who fixes the car quickly. The speaker notes the botched effort, jokes about the technicians, and ends with praise for the able worker who revives the vehicle.
A piano pupils recital led by Mrs. Henry Shields at 420 West Main drew guests for an evening of performances by young students and guest singer Gwendolyn Long. Evening events included church basement social, Odd Fellows initiation, and First United Presbyterian Ladies' Aid meetings with officer reassignments and planning.
Quote by Francis Bacon on the futility of wealth if not shared. The line emphasizes that true value lies in distributing riches, not hoarding them, contrasting wealth with generosity and social benefit. It presents a moral reflection on wealth and stewardship rather than current events.
W F Bishop prominent button maker is again indicted for obstructing justice by allegedly offering bribes to three state agents who had detained him and a stenographer in a limousine. The case, tied to October and September actions, centers on bribery claims and repeated demurrers over two prior runnings.
The case will go to trial in the present court term. Bishop is at liberty under $1,000 bonds, which he furnished immediately after learning of his indictment.
Coe Pettit a 17 year old Mason City pianist has drawn Boston attention. He has been interviewed by three major Boston papers and written up in several others. Pettit played for the Chromatic Club Apollo Club and a group from the Symphony. Olin Downs praised his playing. His photos ran in the Boston American and Sunday Advertiser. He is slated for a recital in Mason City next Friday.
Sheriff Ricketts notes a drop in crime with minimal bootlegging and liquor sales by druggists. Over two years 46 inmates entered the county jail, including seven sent to El Dora, thirteen to the penitentiary, two lifers for murder, and nine paroled by the bench.
The Bos top transcript notes two types of behavior real cynics and those who merely voice disagreeable remarks for humor. It highlights the distinction between genuine cynicism and opportunistic provocation in public discourse.
Mt Pleasant contestants Mary Kopp and Hazel Smith led the Iowa Wesleyan try-outs for the Women's State Oratorical Contest. Kopp won with An Endangered Inheritance, addressing immigration. Smith placed second with Women in Civilization. The state contest occurs February 18 at Iowa Wesleyan.
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