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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1923
Page
5
The Just Us Club gathered at Mrs. Henry Minick's home for sewing and a luncheon. Mrs. Meyers and daughters from Longmont, Colorado, were farewelled at Mr. and Mrs. Taylor's home with piano and saxophone music and refreshments.
A Florida tale from the Saskatoon Star notes moonlight so bright that owls suffer insomnia and die, highlighting an improbable natural oddity reflected in the paper’s humor column.
Philosophical reflection cites John Morley on nature as backdrop to human tragedy. enduring viewpoint links beauty and horror as part of life’s theater.
Reports from state mine inspectors show 1950 fatalities in the coal industry during 1922. The year included major disasters with eleven explosions killing 261, and overall fatality rates remained high despite a strike reducing output.
A quotation notes that holding a child by the ear for hours is akin to men being grown children, reflecting on discipline and maturity in society. The remark attributes a sharp comparison to human behavior and responsibility.
Strong lye water acts as a paint remover when applied with a brush. After application, the paint can be scraped away using a scraper.
Presbyterian choir rehearses Thursday at seven. Baptist ladies hold monthly meeting Friday at 2 30. Senior choir rehearsals at Methodist church seven twenty nine. Womans Home Missionary Society meets Saturday at two with Mrs Walter Boyer. A I B League play at church Friday January 26. Wellston Local No 618 Partners Union supper at Bethel church Friday January 26. Queen Esthers oyster supper Tuesday January 30 at Me E church. Brighton Encampment No 58 regular meeting Friday 7 30 Royal Purple degree. Heal and Kerr social postponed due to pastor illness. First U P choir no rehearsal this week but members attend services Sunday. Young Womens Home Missionary Society meets Monday January 29 with Toureen supper at 6 30 bring own dishes. Ladies League Baptist tea postponed. Harmony club spouses host oyster supper at James Swift home Friday six thirty. Womens Home Missionary Society Methodist church meets Friday 2 30 with Mrs A L Griffith 319 E Washington St Mrs Ab Anderson leader.
The notice lists a 312 Regular meeting of the White Shrine at the Commercial Club rooms with urged punctuality and refreshments. Also, a Bethel Methodist church meeting of the Wellston Farmers Union and shipping association on Friday evening January 26 with speaking and supper. Sunday school at Bethel next Sunday with Mrs Bell Palmer as Bible class teacher.
The article notes the great comet of 1843 with a tail 200 million miles long composed of exceedingly thin gases, describing its immense scale in vivid terms.
Reflections and silhouettes enhance interior design. A spray of roses, tall grasses, or a gray vine silhouette on a sun room window shade can imitate shadows. A well placed group of furniture or pottery reflected in a mirror adds beauty to spaces.
General Marsheil announced that local German police in Mavence Germany would come under the authority of the French militia guarding the posts. The move follows the French occupation arrangement amid ongoing tensions on the front.
An ad warns against a cold turning into flu or pneumonia and promotes Musterole a mustard oil based rub. It claims fast relief from congestion without blistering and highlights a warm tingling feel and cooling relief. Available in 35¢ and 65¢ jars and tubes.
The body of Mrs. Kate Mitchell Thorostell, widow missing since December, presumed murdered, was found in the drainage canal near Lockport. Arthur Foster, her rejected suitor, faced murder charges. Police reported the discovery to the county building today.
The article notes that while the Chinese nation as a whole does not eat butter, some individuals do use it. This occurs only in localities exposed to foreign influences and foreign open contacts.
Two testimonial letters from New York state women describe relief from headaches nosebleeds backaches and fatigue after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Mrs Earls of Olean reports dramatic improvement after two bottles and plans to recommend the remedy. Mrs Kesey of Copenhagen says she regained strength and can resume housework and outdoor work calling for publication to aid others.
A satirical notice claims an honest confession benefits the soul and calls for broader patronage to the cream department, emphasizing a desire for liberal support. It references a group seeking agreement on entitlement to larger patronage.
A local customer praises Strongheart canned peaches for their appearance and flavor, urging others to try them as simply delicious. The quote highlights satisfaction with the product’s quality and taste.
Fresh vegetables headline the market with head lettuce crisp and solid as cabbage. Cauliflower appears tender and delicious while California celery comes in large bunches for buyers this week.
Sunkist oranges size 176 are in big demand at the store. Described as smooth, sweet, and juicy, the fruit is offered at 45 cents a dozen with emphasis on value and flavor.
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