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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1908
Page
6
A short, aphoristic piece mocks zeal for absolute justice and self interest. It cites the appeal of strong allies and the difficulty of duties, arguing that reasoning without receptivity yields poor leadership and that personal conceit helps life run smoothly.
A poem contrasts a man with no money who remains free from debts and charges with the hidden burdens of poverty. It notes he avoids taxes landlord costs and utility bills while hinting that wealthier life offers its own strains. The speaker suggests the “mighty millionaire” envies the simplicity and relief of not bearing expenses.
Dialog captures a cash-strapped moment with one speaker asking about progress while the other muses on survival and hears a melodic remark as a neighbor passes by the home in need.
A dialogue fragment features a speaker noting ongoing rough behavior at the Badge and another reflecting on her husband’s claim to have “been through all the chairs.” The exchange hints at disorder and repeated conflicts within a local setting.
A terse exchange recalls a claim about a forty second cousin who supposedly became president. The responder questions whether the relative knew of the claim and reflects that the figure would lack honor enough to be told, underscoring themes of pride and plausibility in family lore.
A witty quip notes scientists claim humans are formed of electricity. The response warns not to mention it, joking that the electric trust will bill us.
A brief dialogue reveals concern over someone’s mood and a hint that self understanding could lift spirits. The exchange underscores that recognizing one’s own mental state can bring cheer. References to personal insight and mood are conveyed with a perceptive, light tone.
A brief fragment shows men asserting charm through inviting a woman to a ball game. The exchange implies she defers to male explanations rather than guiding discussion herself, highlighting gender dynamics in entertainment settings.
A brief exchange presents a dark quip about vigilance and fear, questioning which eye must stay awake. The humor hinges on the grim paradox of keeping watch with the opposite eye closed.
The article explains white bean farming as a profitable staple akin to wheat and corn. It notes bean culture suits poorer soils, praises modern machinery from planting to harvesting, suggests close hill spacing with wide rows for horse culture, and describes a treadle operated bean sorter that speeds cleaning before marketing.
The peach borer or white grub bores into peach tree roots, weakening and often killing trees. It emerges from worm to moth in August or September, lays 300 plus eggs, and the crawl to ground bases. In spring the grubs attack again, with peak damage in May to July, hitting young trees hardest.
The article highlights agricultural benefits from feathered farm tenants notably the bobwhite quail. It cites the Department of Agriculture research showing birds reduce insect pests and weeds. It urges farmers to protect birds, noting their tameness and pleasant whistle while aiding crop protection.
The northern limit for sweet potato culture runs from the Massachusetts Connecticut border west to Colorado's northeast corner. Commercial profitability lies well south of this line, except in the Mississippi valley where cultivation extends into Iowa Illinois and Indiana.
Patrick Henry grew from a red headed, slouchy youth who failed in several ventures to a legal star and famed patriot. He spoke for liberty with two famous one sentence speeches and served Virginia as legislator, governor, and soldier though he declined many high offices, dying before taking his seat in the U S House of Delegates.
To slip house plants fill a dish with sand and cut slips from young green shoots at a slant. Keep sand wet and place in a sunny window. Roots appear in two to three weeks. After roots form transfer to small pots then larger pots as needed. Water daily and enrich with a glue solution of 150 grains per two gallons.
On a rainy day restless children can be entertained with an old tomato basket white cloth and thread. They craft rafts canoes and boats from the basket using the cloth as sails and play in the bathtub to stay occupied for the day.
A concise guide on keeping feet comfortable with careful care. It suggests daily baths with scented oils or cologne water to refresh tender and sensitive feet and notes similar care could apply to hands.
A hobby style guide describes cleaning a chiffon blouse by covering it with powdered aspmania then rolling it tightly and leaving it a day or two. After shaking out the garment it purportedly looks like new.
Instructions for re filling pillows with feathers to minimize shedding. Work in a closed room with minimal drafts, use a knife to open pillow ends, transfer feathers by inserting one pillow into another and shaking, then push feathers back and sew while keeping the ticking gathered. Pin and complete all pillows before leaving.
A New York Sun riff contrasts a claimant who says he can make diamonds with a rocker’s quip about making a pitcher, capturing a witty exchange on novelty schemes.
The exchange notes the Joneses have moved from a runabout to a fine touring car, reflecting a shift in status. Becker comments on the change, signaling evolving tastes in transportation and mobility.
Dolly recalls how a prudent man refused to marry, reasoning that wedlock would impede his ability to save. Madge questions the motive while the men’s financial caution is discussed in a brisk conversational pack.
A father William Burns rescues a drowning child from the Morris canal in a dramatic save. The tale unfolds into a sermon on communal responsibility, arguing that protecting public schools, enforcing laws against underage drinking, and curbing gambling safeguard all children, not just one family, since private welfare is tied to public welfare.
A wry exchange: a man fears his wife cannot be understood while she vows to quit smoking yet buys cigars by the box for him. The quip, attributed to Judge's Library, frames a humorous domestic puzzle about tobacco and restraint.
A vintage home remedy describes using an av erage size baby cradle basket and extra heavy tape to construct a diagonal harness. Weigh by suspending the basket from a chandelier hook scale, placing a pillow and clothing, and subtracting basket weight to find the infant's exact mass.
In New South Wales the seasons are assigned by months: spring covers September October and November. summer includes December January and February. autumn runs March April and May. winter comprises June July and August.
Marian Rownd arrived home this morning after visiting relatives in Cedar Rapids and Columbus Junction.
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