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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1920
Page
4
The article argues that only Republican and Democratic nominees are viable this fall, with other dissident bids potentially harming one side. It contends the perfect candidate does not exist and mocks hyperbole and hypocrisy in politics, noting none are fully qualified to challenge entrenched power.
The nomination of Nate Kendall as the Republican candidate will meet broad approval among Iowa Republicans. Kendall is described as magnetic and experienced in state legislative affairs, with prior service in Congress. The piece notes that Republican nominations have often signaled election in Iowa, and that Kendall’s background should benefit his governor bid.
A satirical piece laments villagers fixated on politics while the speaker longs for conversations about art science and everyday wonders. The narrator envies quieter topics such as Milton, dragons teeth, a pugilist from France, and a spaniel, but finds listeners veer toward political talk and endless repetitions.
The passage endorses Mr Kendall as the upcoming Iowa governor promising he will handle political crises and provide a strong administration for the state. It lauds his past handling of emergencies and projects a successful campaign and governance.
The Des Moines Tribune notes Washington revives baseball with amateur teams and talks of a twilight league. Sunset Park grows in popularity with daily crowds and summer concessions. Shelly Eberling teases retirement as he attends Barbers and Bankers game as spectator. Secretary Baker mentions Union card, hinting at political reach.
The Mason City Globe Gazette cites a saying that extensive advertising is not necessarily expensive and laments a man may die unwept yet not unstoned, reflecting editorial tone on public memory and praise versus perception.
Clyde Everhart and Harry Young witnessed a rare fight between two large bull snakes near Carbonado. The pair watched as the snakes writhing and coiling attempted to swallow each other for about thirty minutes along the road and in nearby weeds before the boys killed the reptiles. The snakes measured three to four feet in length and produced a hiss whistle-like sound during the struggle.
Newton grapples with lodging shortages as five tourists are forced to sleep in a hotel lobby this week. A honeymooning bride and groom faced the same predicament, while officials study a plan to improve accommodations along the D L D trans continental route through town. The route merges River-to-River road Michigan Short Line and the Omaha Lincoln and Denver lines and travels via better terrain than the Lincoln highway. The Newton commercial association plans to arrange adequate lodging for transients.
A brief note on superstitions linking favors asked on the fourteenth day of a month to being granted. It also mentions the Chinese avoid starting endeavors on the seventh day, due to a belief that it is unlucky.
The piece outlines Senator Harding delaying a stump speech until acceptance and notes a phonograph speech on Americanism. It details campaign finance limits, Missouri political controversy, Hoover’s stance on Versailles, and debate over League of Nations and treaties amid Republican cautions on new commitments.
The quote emphasizes that true health and successful industry require total surrender of consciousness to the task, with no overlap between personal contemplation and work. It stresses constant focus and complete dedication to one's business to maintain harmony.
M M Loper of Burlington Iowa says Tanlac restored his weight and energy after severe stomach kidney and nerve problems. He describes losing to 130 pounds before treatment and now eats large meals with no discomfort. He recommends Tanlac as the greatest builder he has seen and notes sales in Washington Wellman and elsewhere.
A collage of brief wit and quotation excerpts from various publications. Notable lines include a missing trousers reward notice from Sioux City Journal, jokes about taxes and inflation, and quips from Forbes Magazine, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Sing Sing Bulletin, Christian Interpreter, London Opinion, London Tit-Bits, Le Pele Mele, Milwaukee Catholic Citizen, New York Telegram, and Prigoner.
In Benton county Iowa a Norwegian immigrant family, the Kolstos, rose from penniless beginnings to own 1,320 acres. Brothers I C Kolsto aged 15 and Lars 14 left Norway after borrowing to fund passage, started as farmhands near Newhall, sent for younger brothers, and over years built a thriving farming enterprise. Their father, a schoolteacher turned meat shop owner on Kormo island, lived to 90. A cable message reached them recently, marking the family’s unlikely fortune.
Corrected timetables for Washington Branch and C., B. & Q. lines list arrivals, departures, and freight trains with daily except Sunday service. Notes include line numbers, local passenger, local freight, and adjustments for Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Agent signatures: H. W. Russel and W Calvert.
Washington Lodge No 26 regular meeting first Friday monthly. Cyrus Chapter No 13 regular meeting second Friday monthly. Bethlenem Commandery No 45 regular meeting third Friday monthly. Washington Chapter No 98 C E S regular meeting second Thursday monthly. Visiting fraters welcome. Damascus Shrine No 10 W S of J regular meeting last Thursday monthly at Moose Hall.
Covenant Lodge No 101 meets Tuesday evenings at 7 30 in the I O O F hall N Iowa Ave A cordial invitation to visiting members M D Lee noble grand R B Keller Brighton Encampment No 58 meets Monday at 8 00 in the I O O F hall 215 1 8 North Iowa Ave Visiting Patriarchs welcome to meet with us M D Lee Chief Patriarch Elmer McFadden Scribe
A fragment recounts a reader hearing of a father's death and urging a visit to the I. C. Kolsto home near Newhall to see a portrait. It speaks of the Norwegian schoolmaster's determination passed to his four sons who arrived penniless to seek luck in America.
The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests has begun reestablishing beavers in the White Mountains. Four beavers liberated at the Lost River Reservation mark the first step in restoring the dam building mammals to their former habitat near Kinsman Notch and Mooseilauke Mountain. The animals were gifted by Minnesota state foresters from a breeding colony tracing back to Canada.
The old miser who buried money near the big tree last week has missed part of it and no one has been apprehended. Andy Dillard traveled to Pinnkville yesterday and bought a fine suit of clothes.
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