Bible Thought for Today July 16 1924
Daily note cites Matthew 12 36 warning on idle words urging mindful speech and reflection for readers. The brief devotional ties to scripture and moral conduct with a dated stamp.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1924
Page
4
Daily note cites Matthew 12 36 warning on idle words urging mindful speech and reflection for readers. The brief devotional ties to scripture and moral conduct with a dated stamp.
Mrs Anthony Wayne Cook of the D A R issues a warning to women about peace societies posing as world peace advocates. She argues pacifist groups spread discontent praise soviet policies and influence schools with misleading literature while D A R remains opposed to war yet pledged to defend the nation if needed.
A husband creates a dream home for his bride with ornate furnishings and bright colors. The wife hides her distress as she endures discordant decor and clutter in their cottage, while the husband longs to see her smile and shares the blame for the strained atmosphere.
Mrs Cook urges adequate defense preparedness at sea and land and praises the DAR stance against communist ideologies. She argues that every American child deserves participation in freedoms under the Declaration and Constitution and recalls World War I lessons on early armament and national defense.
Berlin authorities issue a new directive to cabmen and auto chauffeurs to show courtesy to fellow drivers and passengers. The order emphasizes polite conduct toward each other and toward riders.
The Imperial Government railways of Japan posted a profit of 87 660 000 in the fiscal year ending March 31 1924 according to official returns released.
The piece contrasts Republican and Democratic platforms, praising Republican constructive plans and a protective tariff. It argues Democratic policies are negative and destructive, while Republican administration boasts fiscal economy and steady policy since 1918. The tone emphasizes economic protection and national industry.
The text lists Republican goals including cutting expenses to three point nine trillion, reducing taxes after trimming costs, reorganizing agencies, improving farm marketing, highway and forest road projects, eight hour workday, child labor protections, rail rate reform, private American merchant marine, national waterways, flood control, state civic institutions, education relief cabinet, aviation promotion, constitutional enforcement, and firm law enforcement.
A brief column noting that a lady friend claims to have had her nails manicured and observing that some women look nervous while driving. The writer comments on attire and the discomfort a dirty shirt can cause in social settings.
A room interruption triggers a witty, domestic exchange. The sister probes a date, a poetic aside notes admiration for a fish, and a boy refuses to kiss a woman after a slap from his mother former. The dialogue hints at humor and family dynamics.
A jokey courtroom exchange features Bill the Beggar describing past wrongs by a man who bullied him as a blind, cripple, and deaf and dumb person. The piece ends with a quip: a bachelor is a man who only gets 100 miles out of a pair of socks.
A druggist notes that a serious frown signals customers seeking to buy, while a wide grin often means they intend to swindle or push unsalable goods. The piece also remarks that a faraway look in a maiden’s eye does not inherently show distance.
A brief verse hints at a traveler planning a world trip that stays affordable by imagination. The speaker asserts control over dreams and habits, suggesting a philosophical take on travel and restraint.
A humorous exchangeFilter shows a wife whispering to wake her husband about burglars in the pantry eating pies. The lazy response claims they do not care as long as no one dies in the house.
A fragment notes Benjamin Franklin and a vision of his image on a hundred dollar pills, with readers expressing desire to obtain such items.
A man walked into a ladies' store and requested a brown fur set, confusing the salesman who asked if he meant skunk. The salesman was hospitalized after the incident.
Analysts estimate 500 million dollars will be spent on radio equipment this year. The piece notes the energy spent dealing with static as an added hidden cost and mocks calls for fewer universities for the deaf and dumb while urging more for the strictly dumb.
A backstage exchange features a stage hand confusing window and widow. The manager confirms window, noting the line about looking out when near either. The humorous quip hinges on the near-homophony of the terms and a wink at stage life.
The fragment mentions Carl Kleinkopf and a Philadelphia minister promoting a Sunday sermon on hell and its punishment. A local songster would perform Tell Mother I’ll Be There as part of the program. Betty rebuffs her mother about hearing constant talks.
An account recalls Frank “Pussyfoot” Johnson aboard the SS George Washington telling a tale about an ugly man who visits a lady. The young girl, presented to the caller, blurts out I seen you at the 200 yesterday without your clothes on.
A quip notes that only one literature holds constant meat in every line the butcher’s bill. The remark blends humor with economic jab about daily life and writing.
A preacher prompts testimonials as a devout young woman of color shares a conversion story saying she moved from the devil’s grasp to the Lord’s. A hushed, excited reaction rises from the back of the church.
Edward A. Filene urged a free press and world peace through advertising at an international convention. He argued newspapers free from special interests can seek facts and truth, with big advertising funding press operations and aiding financial independence and reliable editorials.
Berlin reports a city ordinance makes mislabeling goods a offense. Merchants face fines and imprisonment for deceptively tagging glass or stone as diamonds and similar misrepresentations. The rule also applies to foods, requiring silverwurst to be labeled accurately and not imported meat mislabeled as local product.
A dealer advertises cars by the pound at 33 1 3 cents per pound, listing each car's weight and total price per pound and comparing to everyday necessities. The unusual method is reported to be unusually successful in drawing buyers.
A brief directive urges readers to tell merchants they saw their advertisement in the Journal. The note emphasizes direct communication to acknowledge ads and engage vendors.
Train times list westbound arrivals and departures for several named trains including Golden State Limited Express and Local Pass services. Passenger counts and freight notes appear with times, and a few fare figures such as 36 dollars are cited alongside schedule details.
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