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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1923
Page
4
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A devotional note cites Psalm 37 23 about the steps of a good man being ordered by the Lord and the blessing of walking in his way. The line emphasizes divine guidance and delight in the path chosen.
The Gallagher resolution in the Iowa House advocates federal aid for highway construction, arguing it strengthens national interest and interstate travel. It supports continuing a strong road program with motorists paying a fair share, recognizing interstate drivers use Iowa roads and that national funding is appropriate.
Abe Martin reports Mrs Em Moots sister in law shot and killed her husband during a Sunday quarrel over gathering a Sun day newspaper. The piece also notes Ku Klux activity in Bloom Center and that Al Grimes opened a No 2 dry goods store.
A playful critique of memoir writing mocks writers and readers alike. The piece lampoons self important authors and their tales of hens, travels, beer, and large egos, noting limited merit and eager dealers selling the fad in public life.
A jumble notes seven days to Groundhog Day and lists events including a March automobile show dates presumed misprinted. The item mix references a derailment in Illinois, a prison pardon anecdote, a humorous quip about bacon and luck, plus a magazine anecdote and local anecdotes about theater, home talent and flour stained coats.
The article discusses federal and state funding for interstate highways, noting a 50-50 cost split and the need for substantial federal aid. It highlights Iowa and New York roles, debates in the State Legislature, and rapid growth in interstate traffic with higher vehicle loads on main roads.
The elastic currency system refers to a mechanism allowing rapid expansion of a nation’s money supply during emergencies and rapid retirement when demand returns to normal, aiming to stabilize prices and liquidity. It emphasizes flexible monetary expansion and contraction to meet economic needs.
Prague reports a smooth demobilization after 1918 with internal troops returning to work or staying in service. Legionnaires abroad are aided by a dedicated bank and government unions help place men in state enterprises while land reform favors parcels for veterans. War invalids receive mixed state and veteran support.
A collage of satirical quips on love, law, cars, and daily life. Jokes touch on garage fights, blown tires, jaywalking, and deceptive romance with a punchline about a glass eye and engagement diamonds.
Arrives and departs listed for Nos 450 430 836 429 449 835 freight and passenger trains with daily except Sundays note. Cyrus Chapter 18 R A M holds regular meeting second Friday monthly. Zeredatha Council 21 R S M meets first Tuesday. Bethlehem Commandery 45 KT holds third Friday meetings each month.
In a straight catch as catch can bout George Brinton defeated Jim Redd to win the checker championship. The event unfolded amid bustling activity as spectators watched the daylight match. A broadside note of local humor and curious dispatches accompanies the report.
An author contrasts life in California with Iowa, noting migration pressures and diverse groups. The piece condemns discriminatory ideas while portraying contrasts in landscape, industry, and social attitudes, ending with a signature from Mrs. C. M. Strain of Crawfordsville.
Barnard College students face a ballot on a proposed ten hour day six days a week with an eight hour sleep and ten hours for college activities. A point system would regulate extra curricular work and cap total points at twenty per semester.
The Five Kies of France refers to five men who led France’s executive government from October 6 1705 to November 9 1700. They were called Their Five Majesties of the Luxemburg before Napoleon Bonaparte overthrew the directory on 18 Brumuaire 1709 and the consulate was established.
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