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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1923
Page
4
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Friday July 27 emphasizes God as strength and guide. The verse from 2 Samuel 22:33,36 praises God's perfect way and salvation, noting gentleness that makes one great. The meditation offers a brief, devotional reflection.
A 1923 correspondent recalls Lake Champlain sightings from Ausable to Port Kent, then Lake Placid club impressions, and a trip through Ausable Chasm. The narrative covers the Adirondacks drive, club rules, and a risky boat descent with boatmen guiding twenty four passengers through rapids inside a dark canyon.
ABE MARTIN comments on the odd practice of jumping a wall with a rope halter as un sportsmanlike. He reflects that classic music inspires thoughts on transforming into a tune rather than following risky tricks.
A light verse vignette on old time remedies and grandmothers heal all lore. It contrasts ancient cures with modern science while noting how people once lived long despite dubious potions and home remedies. The piece reflects nostalgic humor about prior ages and health beliefs.
A correspondent recalls crossing the Ausable chasm, dining at Port Kent, and boarding a Delaware and Hudson train to Saratoga. He describes the Grand Union hotel as vast and storied, once central to politics, racing, and society, now quieter aside from August racing. The writer notes city changes and a theater entrance incident where a guardian policy prevented a boy under sixteen from entering without an adult.
A town column notes frequent shock at tourist camping gear passing through and warns that an automatic brake squeal often precedes a crash while citing a Chinese proverb about that shop.
The speaker asks her husband to come home for lunch while she cleans the house. She notes shoe and clothing gates as part of preparations and recalls a confrontation where she called someone a skunk and forced repentance. She claims he has no money.
A witty line reflects on the difficulty of keeping makeup flawless as a nose crinkles with laughter. The quip hints at humor in beauty routines and the challenges of appearance under joy.
Mrs Diggs asks where the car is and Professor Diggs recalls driving into town. He remembers thanking the man who gave him a lift and wonders where the driver went, releasing a playful moment in the household.
A lighthearted moment replaces sorrow as joy lifts spirits during a difficult time. Community members share smiles and laughter to ease distress and restore hope.
The new horseshoe club, with headquarters near Woodlawn Cemetery, seeks a distinct name from the community. A speaker notes the group welcomes suggestions and remarks on optimism and fashion in a lighthearted tone.
Suburbanite reports a neighbor complains of a cat’s persistent yowling keeping them awake all night. The other neighbor suggests tuning the cat to stop the disturbance, sparking a brief exchange on solutions.
In Arkansas a southern camp meeting drew barefoot attendees as a tall farmer knelt at the mourner's bench. A near sighted preacher behind him blessed the barefoot feet, saying God bless these little boys. Dew Editor notes local musings and barbering gossip from Splinters column.
E H Wilson recalls a revival at the U P church where the minister challenged prohibition and accused churches of aiding saloons. A listener told Col Palmer he had seen U P saloons along the Union Pacific line in Nebraska. The piece notes a child wary of illness and reflects on expressing opinions about a new baby.
The piece reflects on how door keepers and officials soften at the approach of children. Adults crowd the entrance while officers remain watchful yet courteous with younger entrants. The observer notes children evoke compassion, breaking the harsh mood of stern guardians and routine security checks.
Local trains listed include Nos. 450 and 429 passenger services with morning departures and Nos. 430 449 836 local runs in the evening and afternoon. Local freight Nos. 836 835 run daily except Sundays, per H. W. Russel, agent.
A terse statement mocks a loud man, implying difficulty in persuading Khim and jokingly urging Webb Dayton to buy cats, with the speaker inviting him to make a purchase.
Local lodge and chapter notices list regular meetings for Washington Lodge No. 26 R F A M Damascus Shrine and other bodies. Names include W T Carson Arthur Goodin Cyrus Chapter D L Carbaugh Veredatha Council W C Bell Belva Carris Eva Mae Michels Susie Edgington Delbert Jennings Ira Jones. Visiting members welcome.
The piece notes illicit bootleggers continue operations while buyers tolerate delays and high prices, implying persistence of unlawful activity despite pressure. It highlights ongoing supply under strain and a casual public tolerance shaping the scene.
A health authority says today’s girls are stronger than grandmothers, remarking that necessity makes them sturdier to bear modern earrings, aided by tougher leather in their ears.
A poor couple’s daughter marries a rich but jealous oldish man for money. He restricts her, isolates her, and keeps her from freedom while minding a will that favors distant relatives. She never killed or ran away, but disobeyed once as she faced a patriarchal era. Shavings.
A compact proverb from D Jerrold on valuation and wit likened to money. It notes that wit brings extra value when promptly applied and warns that those who demand credit can face harsh consequences.
A historic quote by B R Haydon notes the challenge of gaining reputation, maintaining it during life, and preserving it after death. The saying frames reputation as a three stage test balancing achievement, conduct, and posthumous memory.
A pithy aphorism equates eloquence with knowledge and a full mind to a clear river, echoing Disraeli’s view that learning nourishes clear expression. The sentence frames eloquence as product of cultivated thought.
A terse aphorism counsels personal responsibility by declaring that true heroism begins with handling one’s own valet tasks. It frames independence as the path to respect and capability.
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