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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1919
Page
4
The notice lists subscription options with pricing: weekly monthly quarterly and annual plans. It shows in advance and by mail options with a 12 percent rate mentioned. The specific figures include 1.25 for monthly, 6.00 for quarterly, and 4.00 for annual.
An extended health allegory compares the body to a car needing gas lubrication air tires and a proper carburetor. It warns against neglect such as poor diet punctures and lack of oil and urges regular maintenance to avoid a breakdown in the garage of life.
A reflective poem warns that unbridled ambition harms others and corrupts character. It contrasts ambitious figures who swindle or abandon ethics with wiser, controlled ambition guided by wisdom, suggesting those who pursue fame without regard for others end in shame. It references a selfish Dutch figure whose rise ends in solitary degradation.
The piece counsels car owners to maintain old machines rather than chase high repair bills. A 1919 model that is properly cared for can last to 1999, with many older models remaining usable if given proper maintenance. Use common sense, avoid hard driving, and prevent overheating.
The piece notes entomologists warn of a record locust year while roads are being dragged toward Washington and autos regain utility. It also cites a Cedar Rapids editorial quip on trousers and price focus and mentions Clifford Thorne’s Senate testimony on railroads as unpopular with shippers.
A clipped editorial praises making English language study mandatory as a strong policy move. It argues language mastery benefits education and future opportunities.
Reader letters lament the impact of war taxes on workers and veterans while praising sacrifice. The columns note anticipated trademark losses for distillers and commend Y.M.C.A. volunteers for steadfast service, ending with a call for government aid to wounded veterans.
Provost Marshal General Crowder notes many avoiders talk too much and share excuses. He cites a joke about a young man who asks a girl to marry him and says nothing after five minutes, implying he has said too much.
Two local men quarrelled and faced the magistrate. The defeated party vowed to sue to the Circuit Court and then the Supreme Court, boasting that his attorney would appear, while the rival also claimed rights to legal action in a brisk, tongue in cheek exchange.
A wartime sermon argues that victory requires Americans to control themselves and finance the effort. It cites 2,000,000 U.S. troops overseas and urges saving, thrift, and purchase of War Savings Stamps, invoking Benjamin Franklin as a model for self discipline and public duty.
An advertisement explains how kidneys filter waste and how sluggish kidneys cause aches in joints and muscles. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as a fast-acting relief for kidney and bladder trouble from Lemmon's Pharmacy.
The Reverend J Fort Newton, former Liberal Christian church pastor now at City Temple London, publishes sermons in book form. The Prelude argues Christ as answer to postwar perplexities and cites England America unity and shared sacrifice as path to future freedom and world peace through cooperation and law.
A. J. O'Dell, a former Davis County farmer and Spanish American War veteran, was found guilty by a federal jury on one count of uttering disloyal statements. The verdict relates to alleged counseling to foster insubordination in the U S military and cites his remark to G B Blett about preferring death over service. Sentencing awaits Judge Martin J Wade.
The defendant admitted he would not willfully participate in the war yet would pay his share if taxed by the government. He testified to willingness to comply with wartime obligations under government authority.
A vintage ad touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a century trusted remedy for colds and coughs. It notes easy sleep after use and availability from druggists in 60 cents and 1.20 dollars.
Department shows arrival and departure times for multiple trains including No 12 Express No 30 Local Pass and No 60 Local Pass with am and pm marks. Washington Branch lists Local Passenger services No 450 439 429 449 and Local Freight Nos 835 836 88 89 with daily except Sunday note. Agent signatures J W Calhurt and H W Russell indicate station administration.
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