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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1919
Page
3
Police crackdown on excessive speeding in Washington leads to five arrests over the weekend. Each violator paid $14.35 in fines for ten and costs, as city authorities vow to enforce ordinances on mufflers and cut-outs amid growing traffic and parking challenges.
Notice reads that magazine subscriptions are to be taken and arranged with contact to 50 Red after 6 30 pm or by writing in care of J Bave money by get a club and Nita Belle Mc Koon listed as a representative.
In WAVERLY Indiana on July 14 the town fights over an eight foot railing at the bridge end. F H Page seeks an injunction claiming damage to his land and access. The city argues the railing is needed for traveler safety with Judge Edwards hearing about 400 past decisions. The case promises heavy costs.
A brief Chicago News item notes a tongue in cheek remark about fools and a famed saying about retiring from fool-killing business, reflecting the paper’s light commentary tone.
Funeral services for Mrs. Lyman Babcock were held at 11 this morning at the Babcock home on North Iowa avenue with Dr J A Glendinning of the Methodist Church officiating. Interment followed in Elm Grove Cemetery. pallbearers were Charles Noecker Thomas Harvey George Hopengardner John Lemley Joe Morn and Oscar Brock. Mrs. Babcock born July 7 1857 in this county was daughter of Morgan and Elizabeth Haigler and married L B Babcock February 7 1878. She leaves husband and two sons Palmer and Bert of the area. three brothers J W Haigier Hepler KS Wesley Haigier Montana and Charles Haigiler Kellogg ID. She had been ill for months and bedfast ten weeks. her life centered on home and family.
The Iowa Federation of Colored Women’s Clubs begins a state drive to buy a home in Iowa City for Delta Sigma Theta to aid colored girls attending the university. Tag days across the state July 18 and 19 fund subscriptions. campaign ends August 15 led by Mrs. Helen Downey with local officers assisting.
A seven year old boy and an eighty one year old woman died in Washington. Carl William Busby, born March 31 1912, died of pneumonia at the family home after ill health. funeral set for 3 PM tomorrow at Woodford chapel. Mrs Sarah A Logue born April 15 1888 died at home after long illness. her funeral plans await word on attendance from distant children.
In Crawfordsville on July 14 Mrs Huston and sons Haydn and Marshall visited Dr Huston in Chicago for special work. Rodney Gormly visited from Fairfield. Joe Daniels from Washington did repair work easing street dust. A knotty rope accident injured Robert Holmes at Hesseltine home. he was knocked unconscious but survived with bruises and no broken bones.
With the chautauqua less than a month away, Secretary A R Miller reports the annual program nearly ready despite influenza disruptions. Several contracted musical acts were cancelled or postponed after illness, new acts replacing them. The lineup mixes lectures with music and entertainment and includes eminent speakers, a Bible hour, and youth activities, with the Washington chautauqua model in mind.
The note praises a rainy weekend visit to The Graham venue praising interior comfort and entertainment. It discusses DeMille inspired acts with Aroop and Dexter, Lew Cody and Gloria Swanson in a triangular romance, with Robers and Hatton appearing briefly, acknowledging familiar players and the director’s work.
Five people died when an auto driven by George Virgil struck a railroad crossing near Gaza on a Minois Central line. The victims included Mrs. George Virgil, Blanche Virgil, Mabel Virgil, the infant daughter, and the Rev. Andrew J. Kennedy. Harold and Lloyd Virgil were seriously injured and taken to Primghar hospital. The elder Virgil was uninjured. Witnesses said the train had no lights or whistle. An investigation was promised.
Daniel Odell, 27, of Iowa, was shot and killed in Stockton California on July 4. His father Nelson Odell has been informed. Odell had served in the army for a year. The body will be brought to Columbus Junction Iowa for burial. His wife is buried there. A child was adopted by Mr and Mrs William Shaw. Details of the tragedy remain unknown.
A cryptic note hints at late meals for one who relies on another. The fragment suggests social habits around dining with a dependent figure in a waning mood.
A nerve specialist explains that examining the thumb reveals whether a patient has or is likely to develop paralysis long before any other symptoms appear. The thumb’s condition serves as an early warning sign for the disease.
City editors publish Washington County’s only daily edition with local news, weather, and community briefs for readers in the region.
Norway lacks domestic sugar production and depends on imports for sweeteners. Vegetable-derived syrups are of minor significance in meeting the nation's waterfurnace needs.
A meeting is called for next Friday at the Commercial club to discuss community betterment. J M Wilson presides with H E Moss of Davenport to address, aiming to organize efforts benefiting farmers, business men, and the town. Attendance urged for a united effort to promote local progress.
Mrs Charles Hoxworth will entertain the Embroidery club Wednesday afternoon at her home south of town. The Mothers club meets at Mrs Clyde Bickford 218 East Sixth Street. G A R regular post meeting tomorrow Tuesday at two o'clock. attendance desired per A Donaldson, P C.
The W K ladies of the second ward announce their annual social at the home of Mr and Mrs Joe Reiner on Wednesday afternoon July 16 1919. It will feature a thimble bee music and a talk by Anna Reiner on her experiences as an army nurse. Everyone is invited to attend with family.
The Royal Neighbors will hold their regular meeting Tuesday evening at Woodman Hall. All members are urged to be present.
Le Poch Societie will meet Wednesday at 2 00 p m with Mrs J W Campbell at 37 12.
Sunday entertainment at the J. H. and Ralph Hesseltine residence saw guests including Frank Keck Eva Van Nostrand and Luther Keck from Sigourney Eadle and Harper area families Roy Hartman and three children Bernard Dorothy Eleanor Hartman Eli Hesseltine and Carl from Havre J C Nicola Mae Ruth from Wellman Cecil Lowe of Brighton and Private Ray Willes recently arrived from Overseas Ice cream and cake were served on the lawn in the afternoon hosted by Mrs J H and Ralph Hesseltine.
Leonard, walking with his nurse, meets a friend of his mother and is engaged in lively conversation. After parting, he sighs with gratitude that he has a nice gloomy mother, a remark reflecting his affectionate view of her.
A city day out by Elizabeth and her mother leaves Aunt Eleanor alone as a house guest. On return Elizabeth asks if Aunt Nellie felt lonely and if she told herself a nice story to pass the time.
The passage argues about dietary habits shaping military strength, noting Carthaginians with wheat, Romans pork, Greeks goats, and Persians herbivorous, with England’s beef eaters contrasted by hardy Scottish and Irish soldiers. It frames meat as a luxury for some and a factor in bravery.
A method to test tea purity uses a table knife to rub tea on white paper. When powdered leaves are dusted, the paper surface is examined for streaks. If the tea is artificially colored, vivid Prussian wine streaks appear on the paper.
The Philadelphia Public Ledger questions the idea that a superior mousetrap will guarantee demand. It asks who actually manufactures the best mousetrap available, challenging the notion that invention alone guarantees customers.
The noted Austrian meteorologist Eduard Brueckner states that cold wet seasons occur in cycles about thirty five years apart. He notes that years near the peak are cold and wet, while those farthest away are dry and hot, with 1915 marking the height of one cycle.
A rural scene presents siblings Jenkie and Bill pondering the moon. Jenkie wonders what it is made of and Bill dismisses the idea as nothing, suggesting it is a hole in the sky for God to view humanity.
On June 7 1760 Daniel Boone and five other hunters from North Carolina reach the Red River area in Kentucky. They are among the first free white men to explore the region once forbidden by natives, known to locals as The Dark and Bloody Ground.
The passage notes that India rubber first appeared as an eraser in 1770 when a small piece was sold for three pence and, after many years, was put into general use for erasing. It contrasts early seed-like origin with later widespread adoption.
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