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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1922
Page
5
Ronald and Eva flee by biplane after a heated quarrel with Eva’s guardian and a promise of a then improvised marriage. The judge sentences the couple to learn responsibility before a home wedding with a modest ceremony and no bridesmaids.
A fanciful tale from the Cincinnati Commercial Tribune recounts Nell, daughter of a poor family with stage ambitions, who became famed for lemons and an unusual affection for King Charles II. Their frolics around Soho end when Charles dies and Nell returns to lemon peddling, cherishing memories of the regal life.
An excerpt captures the season’s mood with rising sun, mist, and forest scents fading hues from vibrant to russet. Birds depart leaving only crows and squirrels as autumn’s quiet settles over a hollow landscape.
A mock exchange shows a critic praising a politician then a rebuttal. Senator Sorghum argues a statesman can cover the subject concisely, claiming a fifteen minute limit suffices to convey all necessary points.
Iowa American Legion urges veterans to vote yes on adjusted compensation. National Commander Haford MacNider leads a nationwide referendum to present results to President Harding and Congress. Readers are urged to mail ballots quickly and mobilize fellow veterans for a strong Iowa showing.
A Grinnell article notes that any veteran lacking funds to join the American Legion will be admitted by the Focht Tennant Post, as more fortunate members provide support to include them.
The U S Veterans Bureau initiates a hospital bedside campaign to clear pending compensation claims for disabled veterans. A Clean-Up Squad will aid patients, gather medical evidence, and secure immediate awards, with cooperation from The American Legion Red Cross and welfare agencies.
The Kellogg Secon Post announces plans to erect a community building with the cooperation of local citizens. The initiative aims to provide a shared space for gatherings and civic activities.
The Iowa Legionaire editor Frank F Miles announces a long series of speeches across Iowa and beyond. Events include Des Moines Sol diers' Patriotic League Nobel prize exercises, Kellogg and Boone talks, Des Moines vocational training site, Lions Club Boone, Arthur D Lantz Post Boone, Indianapolis conference, Sheldon Rock Rapids New Hampton Tama events, and a Fairfax fundraising drive for a new Legion home. A telegram from Two Gassed Soldiers notes Debs release and sends greetings to Bergdoll.
Everett Harrison, adjutant of the Fort Dodge American Legion Post, resigns to pursue medical studies in Boulder, Colorado. E. C. Linden succeeds him as adjutant.
The Ameri can legion of California works with the Narcotic Control Association to prevent the spread of the dope evil, outlining a coordinated effort for education enforcement and community outreach.
National Commander Hanford MacNider will award citations to Legion members who render especially good service. Citations proceed on the recommendation of department adjutants and acknowledged for notable contributions.
American Legion post commanders and adjutants from the tenth congressional district will establish a permanent district organization at Webster City on February 4. The meeting is called by W. H. James of Boone, district committeeman. The district covers Kossuth Hancock Winnebago Hamilton Boone and Greene counties with nine and third districts already organized and the remaining eight planning to follow.
A gun fight by Legionaires at Hawarden post meeting provided the evening’s biggest thrill. Veterans teased attendees who hid under seats or fled through windows as blanks fired from toy guns added a noisy mock danger.
Marshall A. Shannon Post at Charles City adopts resolutions condemning Mayor Grothe for raiding their club rooms. Officials had assured no liquor was kept there, yet the mayor proceeded and found no drink.
The Central Labor Body commends the Wyandott post of the American Legion in Kansas City for supporting neutrality during the packing house workers strike. The labor body represents leaders of all organized crafts.
An ex German soldier, Franz Roheel, grateful for an American dough boy’s discarded civilian suit. The clothing, bought at a Maspeth New York Legion rummage sale, was sent to a German recipient who used it to feed herself by saving pension money. Roheel lives in Ekren Germany.
General Armando Diaz commander of the Italian armies on the warfront toured the United States as a guest of the American Legion. A sprain to a finger was noted upon his arrival in Naples after his U S trip, following his 700 handshakes at the Italian embassy in Washington.
Alvin M. Owsley director of the Americanism commission urges American Legion members to pay poll taxes register and avoid dodging jury duty. The instruction stresses full use of the franchise to prevent miscarriage of justice under the jury system.
St Louis Missouri American Legion posts urged support for a $66,000,000 bond issue to build hard roads state commander Dr. Harry F Parker announced ex service men will have employment preference in the project and its jobs.
Argonne Post launches large Polk County Board meeting with Soldier's Preference Law as first step. Districting aims to shift city control from county members. Preference proceedings follow, led by Dr A V Ruth and William C Cooper through the post's legal committee.
More than 16,000 former service men in Denver suffer from tuberculosis, says C. J. Harris director of the American Legion service division. He is investigating care for these men and warns civic authorities lack adequate hospital facilities to cope with the demand.
Waterloo secured the 1922 state convention after a close race with Boone and Burlington. Creston’s Spir it Lake victory triggered renewed efforts by Waterloo and Boone, while Burlington, not present at Spirit Lake, showed strong challenge. Officials will set exact dates later as interest grows in the Mississippi river city’s appeal to Legion members.
Ur ban Bartel a young farmer and ex serviceman living near Dyersville Iowa blew the top of his head off with a shotgun yesterday soon after his wife left for town He left a note to his aged mother blaming domestic troubles for the death by his own hand
James C. Young recounts Betty Jamet nee Eliza Bowen, born 1760 at sea, who rose to prominence in New York and Paris. She influenced Burr and Hamilton’s circle, married Stephen Jamet, owned a famed Manhattan mansion, adored by Parisian high society, and died July 16, 1865.
Reflection on Marcus Aurelius urges proper dignity and proportion in every act. The quote underscores disciplined conduct guiding daily choices and public behavior.
Old sailors fear ill luck if anyone on board ship counts the number of people present. They believe the act invites misfortune to the vessel and its crew.
The Ganges, India's principal river, measures 1,557 miles in one account and 1,057 miles in another, with navigation extending 850 miles from the sea toward its source.
A playful teaser notes a cheeky line about a kiss being either nothing or two divided by nothing, blending whimsy with a math pun. The piece hints at lighthearted whimsy rather than a serious event or report.
A motor journal warns pedestrians to watch for loose nuts on cars before crossing streets. The advisory appears in the Boston Transcript urging vigilance at crossings and emphasizing safety.
Uncle Eben warns that attempting to act superior backfires as a man gets his own self tangled when he seeks more than a stormy wind of pride.
A professor of Physiological Chemistry from a leading medical college endorses SUSTO Nutritive Tonic Tablets after months of tests. The tonic allegedly stimulates appetite, increases weight, and helps weak, nervous, anemic conditions by supplying vitamins, beef protein, iron, nuclein, and other essentials. Sold by Sherman Brothers.
Samuel Howard fourteen months old and son of Mr and Mrs Frank Howard died after swallowing several pills containing strychnine. The medicine lay in a dish on a library table not reachable from the floor but the baby was in a rocking chair pushed by his five year old brother Bobbie. He grew violently ill within minutes and died shortly after a physician arrived.
Foley Cathartic Tablets praised as a wholesome physic that cleanses the bowels and tones the liver. For indigestion biliousness bad breath bloating and constipation the ad claims they are mild yet sure and work without griping. Hancock Michigan testimonial notes the product's effectiveness. Your Druggist Sells It.
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