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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1921
Page
4
The piece contrasts Lloyd George and Lenin as shifting toward conservatism, noting public appetite for steady reform over radical upheaval. It cites Teddy Roosevelt as an exemplar of conservative action at odds with radical rhetoric, arguing Americans balance caution with effort.
The voice mocks a seller who overestimates his appearance in a fur collar saying they have every kind of sale except a used cigar sale. The humor reflects small town trading chatter with ABE MARTIN as narrator.
The poem highlights President Harding beset by busy days as politicians swarm his garden gate with speeches and praise. He endures endless yammering from statesmen and office seekers while longing for earlier, calmer days and past approval from readers of his press.
In a serialized domestic vignette, Virginia secures better pay by becoming a secretary for Mr. Cameron, while Bob endures rising coal costs. A Victrola purchase signals prosperity as the couple celebrates a new job and a planned outside position with a raise and commission.
A fragmented recollection hints at a family moment with a grandfather guiding a game of chords or chants. The snippet suggests warmth, memory, and shared practice in a domestic setting.
A rookie at a western camp endures heavy teasing in his first days. One night an officer steps out of the darkness and the rookie jokes with Major Moses, jokingly asking for the Ten Commandments as he playfully greets him.
An alien seeking naturalization provided odd responses marking Name Mitchell Levinsky Born Yes and Business Rotten. The exchange ends with the name Mitchell Whistle and a puzzled official.
A witty contrast notes how a pessimist views sunlight draining color from carpets and favors belt and suspenders while an optimist drafts a home brew and enjoys calm seas. The quip ends with the optimist admiring clouds as the pessimist misses wind.
In Good References at the Fox Theatre, Tuesday and Wednesday, Constance Talmadge plays a poor girl who borrows a sick friend's references to land a job. She argues employers overvalue past records and urges a broader, more human view and trial hiring to build better staffs.
The stage features Antoninus Johnson billed as the strongest man in the world for a single performance on Wednesday February 2 at Graham Theatre. He arrived from Sweden and promises to throw two top wrestlers within one hour, citing earlier feats in Des Moines such as lifting 20 men and breaking steel chains, drawing large local demand for the act.
Constance denounces reliance on references as flawed and unfair. She cites Talmadge and calls out many workers, especially women, who lack strong references and thus miss chances. The piece frames reference bias as a common obstacle in employment.
Final official 1920 census figures show Des Moines at 126000, Sioux City 71000, Davenport 56000, Cedar Rapids 45000, Dubuque 39000, Waterloo 36000, Council Bluffs 36000, Clinton 24000, Burlington 24000, Ottumwa 23000, Mason City 20000. State total 2404021. rural population 1050725. counties fared with gains and losses.
The article traces shorthand from early references to its first authenticated form in a century before Christ. Marcus Tullius Tire devised an abbreviated script for Cicero. later refinements allowed relay writing to keep pace with speakers. The Latin system faded between the fifth and ninth centuries, while modern stenography began around the tenth century.
A novel ladder design uses two movable steps that slide in side slots and rest at chosen heights. Ratchets lock the steps when pressed, while dragging a foot produces a scent as the user walks.
George Hamilton of the convention bureau says reservations for the Imperial Conclave in Des Moines next June will focus on guests from outside Iowa first. The Des Moines Shriners assure ample lodging for all, with a large turnout expected and a patient, organized advance registration process underway.
The Laramie mountains in southeastern Wyoming lie along the North Ulattre River in Natrona county and extend southeast through Albany and Laramie counties. The range is largely flat topped with elevations from seven to eight thousand feet and has no prominent summits.
A method instructs soaking a sponge in sweetened water to lure red ants. Wring the sponge over ant access points, then drop it into boiling water. Repeat until the colony is alarmed and abandons the premises.
A temperance note urges members to renew the noontide prayer for the destruction of the liquor traffic worldwide. It asks other societies to join daily in prayer and shares a revised verse linking world events with faith. A separate report notes a wrestling match where Ed Lewis defeated Far Caddock with a head hold drawing mixed audience reactions.
New York January 29 Jack Curley prominent wrestling promoter said he will not stage any more matches that allow the head lock hold. Curley has promoted most championship bouts in New York and announced the policy after Monday's title bout.
An early 20th century advertisement claims Hall's Catarrh Medicine cures catarrh by cleansing the blood and improving health. It offers a $100 reward for any case it cannot cure and includes testimonials and the Toledo Ohio company address.
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