Not a Christian Movement and Social Unrest
An analysis argues that radical movements like Bolshevism are not Christian nor religious in essence, yet receive some support from Christians. It condemns radicalism as immoral and warns that the church and home are targeted by revolutionary ideologies, while noting varying attitudes toward morality and sex freedom in different communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris Hantty
Christ
Jesus
Church
Home
United States
Miss Fawn Lippincutt Dresses In Fur Coat
ABE MARTIN notes that Miss Fawn Lippincutt wore a fur coat after starting work as the youngest girl employed for a luncheon today. The piece comments on fashion and office attire in a humorous tone.
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason
A poem narrates a nameless man who sought fame but faced obscurity in Utica. Fame arrives when a public mood shifts, while the piece pokes fun at local idiosyncrasies from the pesthouse to the jail, and the man who does not own a car.
A Call for Social Justice to Temper Radicalism
The piece argues that grievances against society drive radicalism and that enduring injustices, like low college wages, fuel dissent. It warns that a cultivated sense of justice could undermine radical movements, while noting some people are inherently drawn to constant conflict.
Great Social Drama in a War Tainted Country
Clemenceau and France confront Germany in a view from the French perspective. The text cites Pascal on humility and notes a historical record, The Story of the Great War, plus J F Steiner on Japanese in vasion and shifting attitudes of Japanese immigrants amid race prejudice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clemenceau
France
Germany
Pascal
Steiner
J. F
Notice of Teachers Examinations Held at Court House
Regular teachers examinations will be held at the Court House on January 28 29 and 30 1920 Those with twelve weeks of normal training or six months experience on a regular or provincial certificate may write Then schedule lists Wednesday morning 8 00 to 12 00 didactics orthography reading geography history domestic science manual training afternoon 1 15 to 5 00 geography history and related topics Thursday morning 8 10 to 12 00 arithmetic philology agriculture afternoon 1 00 to 5 00 elements of vocal music English grammar penmanship Friday morning 8 10 to 12 00 elementary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Books on Timely Topics at Library
New books listed include Spargo Bolshevism Millard Democracy and the Eastern Question Phillimore Three centuries of treaties of peace Hazen Fifty years of Europe Turner Ireland and England Wilton Russia's agony. Descriptions note the topics and aims of each work and their relevance to current events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spargo
Millard
Far East
United States
East
Phillimore
Hazen
Europe
Poincare
Turner
Ireland
England
Wilton
Russia
Pain Relieving Oil Offers Quick Local Relief
An advertisement touts a new internal and external pain remedy for rheumatism neuralgia lumbago and related conditions. The oil allegedly penetrates 40 affected parts instantly and claims rapid relief with a three minute test on leather. Sold by Sherman Brothers in 70c and 1.20 bottles.
Thornburg Urges PTA Aims and Educator Roles
Des Moines superintendent Thornburg addresses the National Education Association in Atlantic City in 1919 outlining PTA goals. He promotes stronger homes and schools, home school community ties, and integrating moral standards into children’s lives. He urges careful selection of program committee members and effective teacher talks to explain school methods. The Des Moines view emphasizes public health, leisure hours, civic pride, and reading courses for boys and girls. A PTA meeting at the Des Moines High School aims to set Washington Association policies with a tentative constitution to be published tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thornburg
Des Moines
Parent-Teacher Association
National Education Association
Atlantic City
Ing
Association
Washington
Arithmetic and civics classes announced by county
Algebra and elementary economics from 1:00 to 5:00 P M listed for elementary grades. Athryn Montgomery, County Superintendent, oversees the program including civics physics elements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civics
Elements of Physics
Athryn Montgomery
Dr King’s New Discovery Slows Cold Symptoms
An old advertisement extols Dr King’s New Discovery for colds grippe and coughs. It claims relief of phlegm congested chests and throat irritation with no after effects and lists prices of 60 cents and 1.20 dollars per bottle at druggists.
New Life Pills Ad Notes Constipation Relief
An old newspaper ad promotes Dr. New Life Pills to relieve biliousness indigestion and headaches. It emphasizes cleansing the body of waste and improving digestion with regular use, claiming quick relief from constipation and foul breath.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
State school inadequate for wayward girls in care
Mrs. E. E. Taylor, editor of the Star Clipper, launches a drive for better facilities at Mitchellville after publishing a tale of mistreatment of a paroled girl. She cites officers’ limited control once parolees leave the institution and urges reforms to protect abused youths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Traer
E. E. Taylor
Mitchellville
Star-Clipper
Rail timetable corrections and train numbers updated
The document lists corrected schedules for multiple lines including Eastbound and Westbound trains, Washington Branch, and C. B. & Q routes. It itemizes arrival and departure times, train numbers, and notes daily exceptions and revisions as of December 8 1918 and May 19 1919.
Local Masonic and Fraternity Meetings Schedule
Regular meetings listed for Washington Lodge No. 26 A P A M on first Friday, Cyrus Chapter No. 18 RB AM on second Friday, Bethlehem Commandery No. 45 KT on third Friday, Washington Chapter No. 98 OA on second Thursday, Damascus Shrine No. 10 WSJ on last Thursday at Moose Hall. Readers invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Alleene
Russel
Washington Lodge
L. Langworthy
W. M
Glenn B. Mace
Cyrus
RB. A. M
L. D. Langworthy
H. P. J. W. Morton
Bethlehem Commandery
K. T
J. D. Glasgow
Ee. C
H. Richards
R H Walker
Rose Reid
Damascus Shrine
Moose Hall
Rose M. Reid
Mildred Rice
Reform Needed for Iowa State Institutions Says Federation
The Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs urges state overhaul of overcrowded institutions. It cites parole releases and inadequate care as failing reforms, notes calls for monthly reports, and accuses the board of control and governor of resisting women’s involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs
Beelike Ingenuity and Hidden Outcomes in Human Labor
A reflective piece notes mankind prides itself on careful effort yet cannot foresee the ultimate results of its enterprises. It compares human work to a bee among blossoms and to winds that fertilize indiscriminately, urging modesty and hopeful humility.
Progression and the path to entrepreneurial self confidence
The text argues that observing and understanding tasks elsewhere helps individuals act correctly and progress. It claims rapid recognition follows, boosting self confidence and advancing to higher levels. Progress is a cycle of seeing and doing the right thing at the right time, termed wisdom by some. It is presented as profitable, an exchange.
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Evening Journal
Iowa
E. Main Street
Mutual
Vga
Tovac
Scounra
Abe Martin
Walt Mason
Miller's
Pais
Supt. Thornburg
Dr. King
Ottawa
Flas
Mason Transfer & Storage Co
Washington, Iowa
Washington Branch
Faia
Souna
Thureday
Deis
Lay
Buuw
Mary Emeline Kilgore
Hervey Bell
Board of Control
Physicians and Surgeons
A. John Droz
PHOND
Irvin E. Huston
Southwest Corner Square
Lemsey
Res
H. Bateman
Blair Ae
J. E. Edgington
M. D
F. & M. Bank
Southeast Corner
Lemmon's Pharmacy
Brookhart Bros. Law
Opera House
Mutual Phone
T. A. Michels
Temple Building
Black
Wilson
C., C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson
Opposite Journal
Morrison & Morrison
Eicher, Livingston & Eicher: Law
Abstract Department
Was Gington, Iowa
W. M. Keeley
Cordelia EK
Klopfenstein
F. & M. Bank Bldg
Carter
Covenant Lodge No. 101
F. Hall
Iowa Ave
Vinitine
Carl B. Schneiéer
Noble Grand
Keller
Brighton
OF. O. KF
North
Avenue
Craig Booth
Elmer McPfadden
G. W.meyer
Keota, Iowa
M. H. Sartor Mre
M. H. Sartor
Sartor & Sartor Chiropractors
W. H. Butterfield
Crafi’s
Austin Sutherland Auctioneer
Tee Washington
R. R
J. D. Dayton
Weatchester
Parme
City Preparty
County
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