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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1925

Page

4

Bible Thought for Today July 27 1925

Daily devotional note citing Matthew 13 41 about angels gathering things that offend and those who do iniquity. The column presents a concise scripture reference and reflection for readers.

A Noble Roman Passes: Bryan Leaves Front Page Stage

A noble Roman, William Jennings Bryan, dies after over thirty years of public prominence. He ends a career marked by fierce religious controversy and a famed defense of faith, stepping from the spotlight into eternity as Darrow and others retreat to darkness.

William Jennings Bryan Bryan Darrow Malone Stewart Raulston Dayton Tenn Mr. Bryan

Noted Opinions on Convictions Echo in Bryan Debate

ABE MARTIN observes many people claim strong convictions only from habit of disagreeing with Bryan. The piece suggests tricks exist across trades but contrasts them with professional conduct.

Bryan

Crossword Puzzle 5 Pertaining to sound and more

Crossword clues cover many topics from to mimic to diminish. Readable entries include Mir proprietary to mimic accepted and sound related terms. Answers span parts of arm and body as well as birds metals tools and verbs for action and perception.

Needles Heat and Walt Mason Ridicule in Verse

Needles townsfolk endure a scorching summer as poet Walt Mason mocks their misery with ironic humor. The piece contrasts sizzling heat with cooler coastal hopes, framing Needles as a place of abject conditions and comic bravado.

Needles

Bryan remembered as a moral leader in politics and faith

The speaker portrays William Jennings Bryan as designed to be a preacher and prophet, whose moral leadership grew from political ties. He emphasizes his consistency, antiwar stance, honesty, and lasting impact on church and state, noting his memorable, time-honored legacy.

Bryan

Child Management by Dr D A Thom

Dr Thom argues that parenting hinges on warmth and companionship. A parent who ignores a child's questions loses a chance to solve real problems. Treat children with courtesy and involve them as adults in their own affairs.

D. A. Thom

United parental front referenced in child training guidance

The article urges parents to present a united front, resolve disagreements privately, and model kindness and understanding. It stresses that proper child training relies on calm, thoughtful responses rather than anger or fear, with parents respecting a child's pace and emotions.

Audiety Bers Addy Pather Hetty

Sunlight boosts Iowa hen eggs fourfold says professor

Pocahontas Iowa July reports Prof Gilbert N House of the University of Iowa claims full sun raises egg production up to four hundred percent. He notes ultraviolet rays, not tinted glass, drive the increase and warns farmers not to rely on sun rooms with glass coverings. A double marriage in Pocahontas closes the piece.

Iowa Cpp Gilbert N. House University of Iowa Biddy Houser Lona Pocahontas Justice of the Peace Po J. Forey James Main Street William J. Griffin Marie M. Fitazgerald James F. Ford Rose M. Tweddale Varina Clara

By The Way Laughs and Reader Contributions Grow

A lively By The Way column ribbing readers and contributors with humor and quips about editors. Snippets joke about editors patience and endowment wishes. Readers share verses and jokes about everyday life and domestic scenes.

Wisecrack Verses from Blue Bell

Humorous dialogue snippets in a Bluebell cartoon style feature a theatrical cast including Chimmy Johnny and a joking doctor and mother. The piece satirizes courting misunderstandings, polite misdirections, and comic family banter with brisk punchlines.

Classification of Castor Oil as Beverage Noted

The Revenue department has classified castor oil as a beverage. authorities cite regulatory criteria and production processes influencing labeling decisions.

Castor OI

Private John Ooen Shot Near Fort Des Moines

Des Moines police investigate after Private John Ooen is found near the army post Friday night with gunshot wounds to the head and below the heart. He is expected to recover and offered no statement.

Des Moines John Ooen Fort Des Moines Army Post

Sneezeweed misadventure among the cows

Miss Cow suffers a bout from Sneezeweed and the bitter Swamp Sunflower leaves along the stream. Mrs. Cow chides her for the mistake, but Miss Cow resists blame and plans not to reveal missteps to avoid further scolding. The pasture ends with a resolve that hard feelings will pass.

Mrs. Cow Miss Cow

Riddles and Wordplay in a Witty Exchange

A playful mix of old time puns and clever questions. The questions link objects to surprising answers such as apples on boughs and fruit on telegraph lines. The piece ties puns to inventions and daily life with a humorous cadence.

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