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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1921
Page
4
The poem chronicles Jasper Piffleton once famed for wealth who ignores thrift and reform. He loses fortune and jobs, sinks into poverty, and ends in a pauper’s grave as the village banker’s warnings go unheeded. The sexton notes it as his own worst fate.
The article notes Lloyd George backing a five power talks including Great Britain France Italy Japan and the United States to settle Far East questions with China at the table China’s 400 million population makes it central to any talks China lacks organized strength and suffers from traditional constraints The piece cites Anglo Japanese accord and German influence as factors and quotes Col George Harvey predicting calmer Pacific prospects if differences are resolved.
In a call for universal disarmament the speaker argues US leadership can accelerate settlement of major issues, noting improved Anglo American understanding and the Atlantic’s virtual calm for naval warfare. The United States can act independently of the League to advance far eastern resolutions without awaiting formal covenant channels.
A reader urges public support for the Washington band after a concert described as on par with metropolitan groups. The Journal is asked to publish a public appeal on behalf of the birds, noting the season’s contributions and inviting donations.
Posters announce Loom End sales in nearby Ottumwa and Oskaloosa while Washington promotes local trade. The city purchases metal signs for car radiators reading Washington cleanest city in Iowa to boost publicity as about five hundred cars roam with the slogan.
A Kentucky moonshine blast injures six people, highlighting the dangers of illicit spirits. Across newspapers commentators discuss Volstead era policy and public faith as a St. Paul parson questions what to tell believers about morality and law.
The clipping cites quips about moonshine tests and prohibition enforcement. Toledo Blade notes mock faith in faked samples, while Atchison Globe asks why umbrellas with crooked handles hang over bars. Kansas City Star mentions corn whisky and stumps blasted by a farmer.
A humorous exchange in a barber shop features Old Bill Holcomb and a young barber trainee. Shots of witty quips reveal barber banter about pain and performance. A joke about state pride ends with Alabama humor and a play on alphabet order.
Rev. Dr. Donaldson says unlimited molasses and the island coast line keep rum production thriving in Porto Rico. He notes organized contraband liquor, frequent violations, and that penalties must rise to deter crime. He plans to return to the states to lead Oklahoma missionary work.
In a humorous exchange from Legion Weekly a husband questions affording his wife many wishes while noting the wife asks for eighty wishes. The banter playful suggests a fantastical product or service named Titewad with no cost.
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