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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1924
Page
4
The text states the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to publish all dispatches credited in the paper and local news published herein, with rights reserved for special dispatches as well. This confirms legal rights and permissions governing publication and distribution.
A jumble of consumer product names and brands appears, resembling an old advertising ledger. The fragment includes pills, cleaners, linoleum, varnishes, and assorted goods, followed by a stray name and title Lord Jeff.
A morning column cites a magazine motto urging action over waiting. It contrasts idle drift with effort, arguing that only the industrious deserve sustenance and protection, while the nonworking face social pinches or self made ruin through slow, observable decline.
Poem contrasts Punktown dreamers aiming for distant towns with locals who stay. It portrays youth seeking fame and wealth abroad while some residents remain content, knitting and going about routine. The piece ends with a man aging into thrift and wealth, facing inquiries from wanderers.
The author argues humans rise above animals through industry and effort. Opportunity favors the ready, and progress comes from actively pursuing goals rather than waiting. Those who complain while others work miss chances that arrive when doorways of effort are knocked for.
The Iowa Good Roads Association outlines its platform calling for publicity so voters know their stance. Key points include abolishing the 12 percent assessment on land beside paved roads, instituting a two cent per gallon gasoline tax with two thirds funding at least 1,000 miles of secondary roads and one third for primary roads, and placing all primary road
A summary of a Iowa transportation plan endorses hard surfacing 3 000 miles of roads based on traffic need. It proposes funding from primary road bonds repaid by automobile fees and gasoline tax and calls for improving both primary and secondary systems to achieve all-weather roads in 5 to 10 years.
Mrs Irma Maples is dead at her Belle Plaine home by her own hand and officials cite disgrace from her brother Will Stout in Benton County Spencer Grove for violation of the prohibition law. She closed the kitchen windows and placed her head over the stove, leaving a husband and family.
A compiled schedule lists tomorrow’s radio airings from stations including WSB Atlanta WGR Buffalo WLS Chicago KYW Chicago WFAA Dallas WOC Davenport WDAF Fort Worth Kansas City WHAS Louisville KHJ Los Angeles WGI Medford WMC Memphis WLAG Minneapolis St Paul WEAF New York JY New York WOR Newark WCAW Omaha WCAE Pittsburgh KDKA Pittsburgh KGW Portland WKAQ San Juan WGY Schenectady WBZ Springfield with concerts orchestras patriotic programs and youth segments across the country.
Dover England July 3 A dramatic wartime incident recalls the removal of a British monitor sunk north of the fairway at Dover harbor entrance. The ship had loaded shells and, after catching fire, posed a risk of large explosions. Troops were ordered out and townspeople moved back as the monitor’s bottom was blown to save the harbor.
The Irish Free State, now a League of Nations member, joins the International Labour Office at Geneva. Documents are printed in languages of member countries and Irish language copies have been issued.
The column blends Fourth of July reflections with quirky local anecdotes. It notes a popular carnival ride choice Barney Google on the merry-go-round, a wishful feud about a barbered wife, and playful town chatter about floods and a neighborly tribute to a deceased spouse.
The sentence presents a confident actress stating she could succeed in films but that path does not interest her. The quote emphasizes personal preference over possible career success and uses a descriptive phrase for the speaker.
A provocative remark highlights attitudes toward labor as workers and employers clash over wages and job security. The quote reflects frustration with idle wealth and the social value of employment.
A concise notice states that no free scholarships are offered in the program titled school of experience. The policy emphasizes paid or earned funding rather than complimentary seats.
The note asks to inform Tom Thompson about the fortune telling tent location for his chair placement. It also reports a home pets policy, tolerating many animals but banning snakes after a scare from a small house snake brought by a young hopeful. turtles lizards and catfish are allowed.
A tongue in cheek note accuses Will John Timmerman in a playful, anonymous sting scene. It references a prank involving a diamond stud and a boastful line about pinning it on a manly chest. The text also recalls a stormy incident with a barrel and staves.
A short old rhyme assigns each weekday to washing habits. Monday starts the wash with a whole week to dry, Tuesday brings less risk of trouble, Wednesday fewer blame, Thursday invites shame, Friday restricts washing to need, and Saturday labels the lazy.
An exhortation invites readers to attend church to learn about the hereafter while contrasting with an alternative path called alltoing. The text emphasizes spiritual instruction and judgment. It frames faith communities as guides to eternal outcomes.
A sensationalized safety-flawed column suggests risky pranks with firecrackers including lighting duds and blowing fuses. It claims such stunts produce results though they risk eye injury and finger loss, reflecting careless juvenile humor from the era.
A boarding house keeper, Mrs Dragana Milesenvich, saved her life by clamping her teeth on a robber s trigger finger as he tried to shoot her. The incident underscores caution about home wireless setups and polite children.
David Goeke fifty six suffered a lacerated face and shoulder burns when a shotgun exploded while he shot at a branch with a hive. The incident left him powder burned on his upper body and his plan for bee relocation disrupted.
A terse editorial warns against explaining a policy to women, arguing that such practice risks setting a harmful standard and shaping public conduct inappropriately. The piece condemns patronizing tone and calls for equal treatment regardless of gender.
Major Bruce L. Gilfillian was elected president of the First District Iowa chapter of the Officers Reserve Corps. Captain Edward L. Chase was elected vice president, Lieut. Arthur J. Maxwell secretary, and Carlyle Summerbell treasurer in the newly organized group.
The Postmaster is praised for faithful service and long hours to keep Uncle Sam’s mails moving without delay. The piece lauds government duties and the importance of stable pay and consistent delivery in the community.
President Coolidge will be notified of his nomination at eight o clock on July 24 in Continental Memorial Hall Washington. Charles G. Dawes will be notified July 29 at his Evanston home. Frank Mondell will deliver Coolidge notification speech. Radio broadcast planned for both ceremonies.
Local railway timetable snippet lists Golden State Limited No 4 and No 2 arrivals and departures with times around 2:30 am to 1:15 am, several Lo Pass trains, Express No 11, and Washington Branch locals No 429 No 449 No 835 Local Freight. Mentions daily service except Sundays and agent H. W. Krusse with fares including $35 836 430 460-A.
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