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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1926
Page
4
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Saturday's meditation recalls Abraham's servant seeking guidance and worshipping the Lord. The verses Gen 24:26-27 praise God for leading him to the house of his master's kin and acknowledge divine direction in life. The reflection emphasizes trust, gratitude, and reverence.
The piece argues that continued quiet in the eastern anthracite fields could end the coal trade temporarily if the conflict is not resolved. It contends people will seek substitutes when coal is scarce or expensive, praising ingenuity and hinting at undiscovered scientific forces that may reshape industry in emergencies.
A friend argues Sunday worship is essential, wishing to attend church at least twice. Some readers agree with daily rest and a single service, while others skip church yet still value the day. The piece cites Emerson suggesting value in attending even without hearing the sermon.
ABE MARTIN quips that folding money and tucking it in a hip pocket is the only truly safe way to double funds and avoid social parades, implying a humorous take on thrift and display.
Walt Mason recalls gypsy bands traveling in wagons with old horses used in their trades. Dope allegedly transforms worn horses into new sounding mounts, but the cures fail and farmers end up with crippled beasts. The poem notes gypsies now roam in motor cars and horse drawn caravans fade away as changes occur.
The writer reflects on church attendance as a natural need like eating and notes that even dull sermons can touch readers. He argues that despite faults, the church and Christianity survive, and civilization benefits from public religious practice.
Amusements note reveals curiosity about Charles A. Post known as Buddy. He stands six feet six inches without shoes and weighs about two hundred ninety pounds, sparking interest in his nickname and presence.
The article praises a mental giant actor and essayist in psychology for his nuanced homicidal maniac performance in Wild Oranges. It notes his Salt Lake City roots and early stock company work, leading to a screen career in comedies and a dramatic breakout. It highlights his Grizzly Bear role in Hunt Stromberg’s film adaptation Of Tom Gallon’s novel Off the Highway at Fox Theatre for two days.
The national census shows seventeen imperial families in Japan with sixty five members. Thirty four are princes and thirty one princesses. Four royal members abroad are not counted. Three imperial palaces in Tokyo employ one thousand nine hundred twenty nine court servants, including eight hundred eighty men and one thousand forty nine women.
A forest fire along the Santa Ynez river in Santa Barbara National Forest ignited shale oil deposits revealing geologists interest and prospectors plans. The rugged terrain between Santa Ynez and San Rafael ranges hampers access, with potential reservoirs beneath but requires costly road building before development.
Summary of language tips on misused words mispronunciations and common misspellings. Includes guidance on verbs prepositions pronunciation spelling and a daily vocabulary note defining intercept as to prevent from reaching a destination with an example.
A bustling By The Way column blends humor and local scenes as readers joke about cold weather, literary jokes, and town life. Readers ask Silas Ross about the square, recall old landmarks, and share light verse and puzzles as they chase normalcy after a long winter.
A young woman escaped a burning building and was left half glad. Other snippets hint at cold golf links, a hat query from a companion, and a clerk praising service, all suggesting a mood of brisk, terse street scenes and social quick remarks.
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