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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1923
Page
4
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The daily devotional notes that all needs are supplied with the Lord as shepherd. It cites Psalm 23 verses 1 and 6, promising guidance, protection, and dwelling in God’s house forever. The tone is reverent and timeless, inviting reflection on faith and provision.
The piece questions faith in Russia's economy under Soviet rule arguing most citizens oppose the government. It cites Lenin Trotsky Tchitcherin and Zinoviev as real rulers, claims about four men control policy, and notes Emma Goldman and Prince Kropotkin criticizing communism.
A local figure comments on the mystery of how some folks make a showin on nothing and jokes about a new batch arriving tomorrow after a raid. The exchange implies ongoing speculation about loot and methods.
The poem critiques investment fakers and get rich schemes as readers imagine oil wells and quick wealth. It questions why workers stay at lathes and forges while others bank profits, urging caution against chasing gilded schemes and grass green promises.
The piece argues that Russia remains under autocratic control with Lenin and Trotsky in power, contrasting it with czarist tyranny and calling out the absence of democratic elections or primaries. It warns Americans against embracing radical experiments and vague theories promoted by missionaries who see red.
In Moscow and central cities, opposition persists beneath the surface. Officials report sporadic counter revolutionary actions and executions in Ukraine and Georgia, with a notable plot in the Caucasus aiming to secede from Soviet Russia. Secret police remain vigilant as quiet unrest continues to simmer.
Tom Mix returns to town to headline Romance Land at the Fox Theatre for two days, presenting a tale of two lovers who cling to romance ideals. The photoplay blends action, clear photography, and wholesome comedy with influences from Ivanhoe and King Arthur, promising film excellence and continued Fox audience enthusiasm.
A hot afternoon ride on a bareback horse led to a scare and a soaked shirt for a man who survived a blowout. Nearby businessmen relaxed dress norms by removing collars, but most stayed conventional.
A cabaret manager hires a Grasshopper dancer for 300 dollars weekly then she marries a Caterpillar who profits from bootlegging. The tale ends with a moral about having the stuff and a bootlegger boasting of his mansion and a weary vacationing man.
He hurried to the house as soon as she phoned and found her ready and waiting.
A collage of aphorisms and sketches ends with a rustic fable about ants and a Grasshopper. The text showcases quick moral quips, a Bible reference, and a joke about an apple trade mark amid a narrator’s note on a fable’s origin and a playful misquote.
A family exchange about lights burning all night suggests a home filled with warmth. A wry remark follows questioning if more boys are born after war, implying they have good judgment. The dialogue blends domestic humor with a speculative comment on postwar gender shifts.
A fragment from a 20th century column collects quips and anecdotes. It recalls a girl asking if Charley Chaplin will go to heaven and a gatekeeper for car fees. Reformers push socialization of rural centers and a joke about a stone blind jury.
Brazil spent about 27 million dollars on imported fuels in 1922 and relies on imports due to limited domestic sources. Transportation bottlenecks hinder development of local fuel supplies while Brazilian coal remains more expensive than English or U S coal on the market.
The 25th national encampment of the United Spanish War veterans will be held in Chattanooga September 16-20. Veterans from across the country, with relatives and women's auxiliaries, will mingle with Civil and World War veterans as honored guests of the city.
Marjorie expresses enjoyment of the By-the-Way column and notes you will appreciate her contributions marked M. TT.
Ole travels through Netsas ka when his wife falls ill He asks the conductor to hold the train so he can fetch an undertaker The conductor suggests a doctor Ole replies he knows what he wants and mentions being a Nonpartisan Leaguer from North Dakota who plans to cut out the middleman
Yucatan delegates to the Pan American League of Women in Mexico City create an uproar by frank discussion of birth control and ease of wedding and divorce, while the convention sticks to enfranchisement resolutions.
A six year old girl explains pride as feeling superior and vanity as seeking others' opinion. Her playful distinction frames pride as "I don't think much of you" and vanity as "What do you think of me."
Billy visited a neighbor and was asked to stay for dinner. As they ate they heard his mother calling him home. He ran to the window and said the neighbors are attending to his appetite in a humorous claim.
The document lists multiple train numbers with departure times across the day including No 6 Golden State Limited No 12 Express No 66 Local Pass No 80 Local Pass No 450 Local Pass No 430 Local Pass No 836 Local Freight No 429 Local Pass No 449 Local Pass No 835 Local Freight and notes that Nos 835 836 and local passengers 429 430 450 run daily except Sundays. Agent H W Russel signs.
Acknowledges a fine consignment of jokes from Marjorie Treadwell and thanks her for the gift. The note expresses appreciation and a sense of gratitude for the humorous contribution.
A list of regular meeting dates for LODGES Washington Tooge Cyrue Chapter Zeredatha Council Bethlehem Commandery with officers W T Carson Arthur Goodin D L Carbaugh W C Bell and H T Carris. Meetings occur on the first or second Friday or the first Tuesday monthly as specified.
The national convention committee invites Major Andrew 8 Rowan as a distinguished guest of the encampment. Rowan, a young officer, carried the Message to Garcia and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross. A southern barbecue at Chicamanga Park is scheduled as a key entertainment feature during the encampment.
Iowa City July 12. Plans show a temporary two story frame wing to the women's gymnasium at the State University of Iowa to double capacity and relieve crowded conditions. The addition will include a locker linen rest cloak recitation offices and examination rooms with two connecting passages to the old gymnasium. An increasing need for qualified teachers and supervisors of women's physical education is noted.
The fastest train between London and Swindon covers 75 minutes at 61.8 mph. Five trains exceed a mile per minute on regular runs. The London Bath service spans 106 78 miles at 61.1 mph, with daily nonstop routes to major cities and summer resorts enabling seaside living while working in London.
In a brief exchange Dorothy notes Alice denies a proposal while claiming her face is her fortune. Leadon Tit Bits records the witty retort and labels it a prelaimed fortune reference.
Government recommended ant extermination method describes mixing waste and sugar with borax to form a syrup. The syrup is set in shallow dishes for ants to ingest, drawing them away as they consume it.
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