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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1922
Page
3
Rock Island railway workers paint the Washington station interior in gray and benches in red, signaling confidence in decades of use. The same paper notes Mt. Pleasant high school basketball visits Washington Friday with the Harshburger family leading the visiting lineup as returning starters boost Mt. Pleasant’s hopes.
In accordance with the usual plan of the meetings there was no service at the Christian revival meetings yesterday evening but the usual service will be held tonight starting at 7:20. The public is cordially invited to attend.
Two freight cars derailed on the Rock Island between Fairfield and Libertyville after midnight. All westbound trains on the line were delayed this morning. No. 4 was late stopping at Sington, No. 12 arrived well after its scheduled time, while No. 59 from Oskaloosa stayed on time.
A note from a petty fortune teller of finance predicts people may live to 280 years if they avoid cars and pollution. The quirky claim cites insurance as a path to extreme longevity, reflecting speculative trends in risk and health.
In district court this morning J B Colhurst denied signing a statement used to authorize Ains worth Savings Bank to purchase two notes for four thousand dollars each from the Hayes company tied to California land. Bank officers testified they would not have taken the notes without the paper bearing Colhurst's signature. The trial continued with defendant's testimony and jury deliberations expected tomorrow.
Deputy game warden Burgene Breitenbach reports rabbits are gnawing bark at the base of trees in orchards, nearly destroying some apple and plum trees. He urges wrapping trunks to protect trees from the gnawing rabbits and warns of severe orchard loss if not addressed.
Harold Turner startled a burglar at Jack Westphal jewelry store yesterday evening just after seven o clock. The intruder escaped through the rear door leaving a string of pearl beads behind and a cut telephone cord. Evidence suggests the thief had a store key and stole nothing but jewelry cases were emptied and the main inventory untouched. Local police searched the area but could not locate the suspect who wore a fur coat.
Mrs. Mary M. Cooksey died suddenly at 10 o clock last evening after a period of good health. Born in Syracuse on June 16 1861 she married F M Cooksey in 1873. She lived across the west before moving to Washington two years ago to be with sister Mrs Li A Ayers. A Christian Church member and former teacher she leaves children siblings and a brother. Funeral services will be at McElhinney chapel at 10:30 tomorrow conducted by Dr W Hi Hampton.
Among English coal miners wives there is a custom of placing small coal bits under clean sheets on their husbands beds. They believe neglecting this will bring an accident to the husband before the sheets are changed.
Vague text notes a man whispering to his wife about a cone and scolding neighbors, with a reference to Wim Atchisen Globe. The readable fragments hint at a domestic or social tension scenario in a neighborhood setting.
At a city council meeting the paving plans and specifications for Washington this year were read by Engineer W. P. Rawn, explained, and placed on file. The plans were prepared under a council resolution from October 1 last year and approved by resolution. Sums were ordered printed for contractors and bidders. City Clerk S. J. Kellogg will advertise for bids on February 23 at six o clock. If prices are reasonable, contracts will be awarded and work begin in spring. An ordinance covering last night action is printed in the Journal today.
Dr. Phillips held a full day addressing groups from Rotary to Baptist women and youth. He preached on The Charm of the Impossible The Unfolding Life of the Child and The Challenge of a Great Ideal. Three confessed faith in Christ after the sermon. The Yielding Life Bible talk is set for tomorrow at 2 36. Evening service times remain 7 00 and 7 30.
The Roman catacombs extend about 580 miles and are believed to hold roughly 15 million interred remains. The vast underground network spans extensive burial sites and historic passages.
A weather blamed dip and rising receipts push egg prices up again today. The writer notes men with mustaches catch drips while smooth shaven men miss the aid, and predicts prices will drop soon as the market tops out.
The article recalls how windows in Europe were once taxed by the state much like baths and other items in earlier times. It notes that many old structures still show signs of those tax practices with windows largely missing.
A merchant known for Siberia trade has been observed purchasing a million squirrel skins in a single season, highlighting a high demand for pelts among regional buyers. The market activity underscores robust fur trade dynamics and regional supply chains.
The piece argues education shapes a person’s ability to earn a living, be a good citizen, and enjoy life through cultivated imagination. It emphasizes right education as foundational for personal and social well being.
A schoolboy in an examination quoted a phrase praising matrimony as a divine institution for provoking mankind. The remark drew attention to interpretations of marriage and its role in society.
In China, travel relies on two legged short trips and four legged long journeys. While railways and steam ships begin operating, camels and donkey trains remain common for many routes.
The text notes bears, especially white bears, are fastidious about toilets. It claims they comb hair with curved claws and lick themselves to keep hair shiny.
Local groups list meetings and events for the week including the Navajo club gathering with Mrs Lem Cherry the Ladies Aid Society bakery sale at Ferguson store and various school P T A and church activities scheduled Thursday Friday and Saturday in West Chester and nearby areas.
The Catholic Daughters Sewing Circle meets Thursday at Mrs. Jon Lohberger’s home. Presbyterian ladies social gathers Friday with Mrs. Milan Shields and Miss Findlay from the county hospital visiting. The Women’s Home Missionary Society of the Methodist church meets Friday at 2 20 p m with Mrs. Ed Jackson hosting. Members should bring January Home Missions.
The text extols love as the supreme guide for helping others, asserting that skill and experience pale without love. It speaks of courage, healing, and inspiration drawn from being loved and cared for in the pursuit of meaningful work.
A poorly formed passage discusses the trouble of mean actions and the burden of guilt. It suggests avoidance of negative conduct and the relief that follows if one stays apart from wrongdoing, reflecting on ethical restraint and social consequences.
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