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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1923
Page
4
The document states that the Associated Press is exclusively entitled to publication of all news dispatches credited in the paper and the local news published herein. It also reserves rights of republication of special dispatches and all rights thereto.
Daily meditation quotes John 15 7 reminding readers that belief in Christ and adherence to his words grant aligned prayers and fulfilled requests. A brief spiritual prompt emphasizes faith and obedience as the pathway to answered prayer.
A compact verse note reports Fortune arriving with cheer yet finding the speaker away at a neighbor’s, spilling a tale of hard luck during the visit. The lines convey a playful contrast between expectation and missed opportunity.
The piece explains Germany's proposed reparations of about seven and a half billion dollars against France’s losses of over forty six billion dollars. It notes France would receive only about one sixth of its losses, and compares total war debts of France Great Britain and the United States totaling over 106 billion dollars. It argues the offer is far from adequate and spurred Franco British and American anger at Kaiser Wilhelm II.
Tell Binkley joked about reaching fifty as he was asked to speak at a banquet. He said a man only mentions aging after he passes fifty eight, and he could not recall the rest.
Poem portrays elderly men in Punktown’s public square voicing disdain for government while satirizing respect for youth and style. It contrasts faded rigor with modern attitudes, noting graybeards’ shabby appearance yet lingering worth, and mocks concern for outward polish over substance.
The piece discusses reparations after World War I, stressing Germany cannot pay the full bill and noting American and allied losses exceed mere dollars. It traces France's demand for more than its share, warns against a repeating cycle of conquest, and questions the future balance of power in Europe as tensions persist.
John Schlatter born June 24 1851 in Waterloo County Ontario died July 4 1923 at Wayland Iowa aged 72 years 10 days. He moved from Iowa farm to farm before settling in Wayland and joined Amish Mennonite church. Married Katie Miller September 7 1876. he leaves wife three sons David William John all of Wayland Iowa three daughters Mrs Simon Gingerich Mrs Cornelius Schrock of Wayland and Mrs W E Yoder of Parnell ten grandchildren and two foster grandchildren. Funeral Saturday at Sugar Creek church with ministers Daniel Graber Sebastia Gerig and Chris Graber. interment nearby.
A brief quotation from Le Journal Amusant of Paris, expressing a caregiver’s wish that a mother receive a son-in-law. The line highlights a sentimental, humorous tone typical of early 20th century newspaper humor pages.
In a Boston Transcript excerpt a mother asks if she can share her apple with the baby. The reply notes the infant has no teeth yet. A brief domestic exchange shows the child’s tiny appetite and the parents’ humorous concern.
Graduates from the college of applied science at the State University of Iowa report universal employment. The 1940 class includes 23 civil engineers, 13 electrical engineers, and 8 mechanical engineers, with all 44 securing positions.
In a brief Boston Tran dialogue, a woman reveals she became engaged to Dick last night, while he replies with a plan for next week, underscoring a rapid progression in their personal news.
Brooklyn woman praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief during the change of life and nervous troubles. She says it provides quiet nerves and better sleep and notes its long record of service and trusted merit.
A collage of humorous quips and cartoons about daily life. Jokes poke fun at music lovers, weddings, cleaning, and modern living while comments on driving, manners, and ambition mix with light satire. Bright observations reflect mid century humor and social norms.
A man praises a patent medicine claiming it saved his mother-in-law, buying six bottles. In a separate remark a US boy’s duties are linked to starting training and a seemingly unrelated note mentions 80,000 hogs at the Chicago stock yards as a weather reference.
After consuming large amounts of iced drinks, try a glass of cool water. It offers a simple, refreshing option and can improve hydration without added flavors or sugars.
O L Lyon contributes this reflective column asking readers why haste dominates daily life. It muses on time, patience, and the value of steady progress, urging thoughtful pacing amid modern speed.
No. 429 Local Pass at 10 a.m. No. 449 Local Pass at 6 10 p.m. No. 835 Local Freight at 7 a.m. Local Freights Nos 836 and 836 plus local passengers 429 430 and 460 run daily except Sundays. H W Russell, Agent.
A local girl declares she will not bob her hair until the light of the moon, a quirky pledge noted in town chatter. The piece also recalls Ford owners insisting their cars outshine the average Ford, teasing local vanity and pride.
A reader complains about nom de plume use and urges adoption of Shingles. Public notices tease McNamara's Carnival at 316 E Jefferson St with boxing match, a carnival program, a fat woman, a tiny man, and free iced lemonade with six throws. advance publicity sought.
Scientists pursue light without heat while noting the banker's eye can lack warmth. The piece ponders perception and human warmth versus scientific pursuit, contrasting cold financial gaze with potential luminous science.
Frank Sage returns from a Ozarks vacation and chats with a Missouri man about seeing different parts of the country. The man admits he rarely travels far from home and notes that if he does not go, others won’t see him either.
Cyrus Chapter No 18 Regular meeting second Friday night monthly D L Carbaugh H P Arthur Goodin Secretary Zeredatha Council No 21 Regular meeting first Tuesday night monthly W C Bell I M Arthur Goodin Recorder Bethlehem Commandery No 45 Regular meeting third Friday night monthly H T Carris E C Arthur Goodin Recorder Amos Chapter De Molay Regular meetings first and third Mondays monthly Delbert Jennings M D Ira Jones Scribe
Alice Brady stars as Mary Dawson in Missing Millions a Paramount picture brought to the Fox theatre Wednesday. The plot pits a daughter who seeks vengeance against a Wall Street financier who wronged her reforming father. Crooks intrigue pathos and romance weave a gripping wartime era drama with David Powell as lead.
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