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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1923
Page
8
Mrs. B Peterson of Pine Bluff Wyoming visits Ottumwa to see her daughter Mrs. T H McDowell while staying with sister Mrs. E M Coon. The item promotes Sunday bread supply at Ideal Bakery.
A cautionary note warns an elderly woman to sit carefully while yachting as she may resemble a hen on a hatch. The text ends by suggesting a sale angle with eggs via R. L. Gibson's Produce Co.
A witty observation suggests a wealthy man may be called poor when others know more about his wife than he does. The remark nods to CARTER'S CLOTHES SHOP branding as a contrast to getting into trouble while staying clothed.
Local notices report various residents traveling visiting relatives and shopping in town. J B Hanley of Wellman called on business. Essie Harper and Lois of Crawfordsville shopped in town. Cecil Cole of Haskins spent the day in Washington. Mr and Mrs F H Edmond and sons visited town. E G Mason traveled to Des Moines for his mother’s illness.
Keota and Iowa City residents visit Washington and Ames trips noted. New baby welcomed in Iowa City as Dorothy Miller Wallace arrives weighing 7 pounds 4 1/2 ounces. Fox NOW features Reports Missing with a thrill, while specials include peaches and dry cob fuel offers.
A jumble of local items reports Martha Teeter facing a severe appendicitis attack near the Fox. Shoppers include Lillian Orris Duncan in Washington and Margaret Turkington with her mother visiting from Wyman. Notices also mention visits by Geo Hamilton in Chadron and Mrs Hamilton formerly Mrs Miles Bradford, plus bakery specials and bake sale plans at Peterson's Flower Shop.
Light overnight rain lifted moods in town as workers and shoppers noted the weather improved outlooks. Residents praised the White Sewing Machine users for their cheerful, bright reactions and the general sense of satisfaction in public life.
The Journal corrects two advertising price errors from last evening. Argo Corn Starch should be 8c per pound, not 3c. Sunmaid Seeded Raisin was 2 for 25c with a misprint of 2 for aVUCc.
A city resident notes that saving is easier when funds are moved to a bank account before spending. The piece urges readers to open an account now and deposit promptly to avoid spending windfalls.
In a discussion sparked by J. M. Keyes the essay explores the social perks and pitfalls of telephone use. It argues perfection is unreachable yet social benefits exist while noting invitations that drag on, the ease of hanging up, and the truth-telling temptation telephones enable.
The text recalls B Keb Chatterton on Norse seafaring and Doctor Nansen noting that Viking ships navigated by sun and stars despite lacking compasses or instruments. It highlights their square sails and long voyages across open ocean, predating later global naval reach by about six decades.
The will of David B. Gamble of Cincinnati filed in probate allocates 100000 to the Presbyterian board of home missions and 100000 to the foreign missions plus 90000 in total to Cincinnati and Pasadena organizations. The remainder goes to his widow.
Archaeologists note that analysis of Egyptian mummy lungs shows tuberculosis in ancient times, with evidence suggesting the disease affected people 8,000 years or more ago, highlighting long history of consumption in the region.
A compact aphorism states that true knowledge comes only through toll and effort. It argues that pleasure requires paying the toll, not indulging in laziness, and that loving one’s work leads to a happy life as espoused by a cited author.
The Vikings were not only formidable warriors but also eminent maritime explorers. They displayed vigor in activities, were dauntless and daring, and pursued distant journeys with notable endurance.
A simple method uses ordinary varnish on shoe soles to extend life. Apply coats on new or resoled shoes with drying intervals, then reapply as wear appears. Varnish sets quickly on leather, making the sole waterproof and protecting the join between upper and sole.
Jefferson Boyce, famed for eating feats, accepted a $5 bet to eat 36 doughnuts in a single sitting at Pete's Original Coffee House. The wager was set for 6 p.m. and Jeff prepared by testing his capacity earlier in the day, challenging his rival's hunch.
A new book on Queen Elizabeth quotes her as not a teetotaler and preferring a full tankard when she drank, noting she liked it strong.
Estimates indicate one Iceland waterfall could yield 60 000 horsepower and another 50 000, signaling strong potential for hydroelectric power in Iceland. The figures suggest large scale energy generation from natural falls in the region.
A Washington Star aphorism reflects on finding small solace even when confronting dark themes. The remark suggests a worldly irony that warmth or mercy can exist in unlikely places during tough times.
A mother at the Zoological Gardens warns her son Willie to keep away from the polar bear noting he already has a cold. The brief exchange captures a domestic moment amid a zoo setting.
Six hundred year old iron furnaces once using charcoal as fuel in Austria have been reopened after a lengthy idle period. The revival signals revived industrial activity and preservation of historic metalworking methods.
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