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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1922

Page

4

Bible Thought for Today Ye Will Reap What Ye Sow

A devotional note quoting Galatians 6 7 to 9 urges believers to reap what they sow warning not to mock God and emphasizing spiritual rewards for enduring faithfulness in due season.

No Place Like Home After North Dakota Chautauqua Ride

A party traveling from Minnesota to North Dakota for a chautauqua encounter suffers an engine failure near Hallock. After failed repairs by locals and an arduous trek through rural routes, they reach Cavalier by 8:45 with the program underway and reflect that home is best.

Canada Hallock Minnegota Winnipeg Epert Minnesota N. Dakota Red River Pembina North Dakota Cavalier Washington

Fiends in human form steal cook stove from Safe Bud home

Abe Martin reports that last evening thieves stole a cook stove from the Safe Bud residence while Mrs Bud was listening in on Schenectady. Mrs Tilford Moots has dropped out of politics and returned to housework.

Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason on Tools of Progress

In this comic verse Walt Mason reflects on early human tools and the shift from wooden clubs to spiked implements. He contrasts primitive hunting with the idea of invention and progress, noting resistance from those who cling to old ways while praising invention that boosts efficiency and kills with one blow.

Erated Weil Spikes Superman

New Styles In Conversation And Witty Observations

A humorous column recalls vintage talk and social mockery as it notes dry humor about fashion, politics, books, and daily life. It highlights themes of public behavior and nostalgia while reflecting on changing manners and leadership in a light tone.

Lively Fragments Capture City Folks in Quick Slices

A man can recite whole pages of Shakespeare. A woman dreams of wearing Knick erbockers daily. A woman avoids cars due to sickness. A merchant vows to advertise someday.

Confessional in Retail Ad News Sparks Controversy

A notebook fragment from J. Co. B. in Retail Ad News reveals sharp, provocative opinions on dignified and undignified behavior, literary taste, and politics. The author attacks piety in public life and questions constitutional allegiance amid a muddled closing note.

J. Co. B Ad-News Chaucer United States Uni Dso

Park Band Concert Etiquette Sparks Discussion

Readers debate proper order in Central Park during band concerts with opinions split on crowd arrangement and viewing spots. Local observers cite etiquette norms, while organizers emphasize safety and accessibility considerations.

Central Park

Local mischief ends with a thirsty drink compromise

Louis Jones invited Dr W W Bowers for refreshments at a local fountain on a warm day. After a frantic pocket search he revealed the familiar trousers story and the Doctor settled the bill, amused by the ruse.

Louis Jones W. W. Bowers Louis

Shame On You Burlington Obituary and Oddities

Public note items include the Burlington Rotary Club funeral for Sweet Adeline and its removal from the tune book. A lighthearted wedding tale from Oskaloosa features a blushing groom. Ohio girls’ school reports nineteen engaged seniors. A child’s quip about upbringing closes the clippings roundup.

Burlington Burlington Rotary Club Sweet Adeline Fairfield Ledger-Journal

The Tin Peddler’s Blind Horse Arouses Parish Gossip

A Dog Hill parographer reports the Tin Peddler’s blind horse balked at a mud hole and attempted to flee this morning, hindering progress by further holes. Jack and Mary, who joined grown-ups at church, were later found in the back yard playhouse on Monday afternoon.

Dog Hill Jack Mary Back Yard

Two Children Whisper in Church Play Choir Time

A mother interrupts two siblings who whisper during a game in church. The boy explains they are playing church while the girl adds they are the choir. The scene captures a playful misinterpretation of church activities.

Mother Mary

Anesthetics in ancient Chinese medicine noted

A brief note recalls that Chinese medicine long employed anesthetic agents thousands of years ago. It highlights early knowledge of pain relief practices and their historical context in traditional healing.

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