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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1921
Page
4
Springfield Republican presents a poem envisioning humanity advancing beyond past fathers. It speaks of broader rights, divine guidance, and a united course toward a destined plan where mankind seeks truth, hope, and harmony under a guiding law.
Thomas Mott Osborn, president of the Welfare League, criticizes Joliet prison as among the worst in the United States and claims that one third of inmates nationwide are a menace. He argues political influence taints prison management, citing ongoing graft and incompetence across state institutions. He singles out Chicago as lacking moral control, with municipal graft persisting alongside other major cities.
Walt Mason laments short prison terms and swift paroles that send dangerous offenders back on the streets. He rails at police fatigue, public numbness, and a justice system that mildens punishment while criminals return to menace the town.
The piece argues Chicago must raise citizenship standards and elect honest, capable representatives drawn from the average citizen. It urges internal cleansing, reduced vice, and sustained reform to prevent disaster and improve governance. progress is visible though not complete.
The parents of Merle Hay, first Iowa soldier killed in France, live on a Racoon River houseboat and attended his funeral as guests. They supported the family, invested in larger farms, fell into poverty after the boom, and receive no government relief since his death predated soldiers insurance. Senator Kenyon is urged to seek relief via a special act.
Dubuque on Monday rejected a $20,000 bond issue to build and equip a new school replacing the one lost to fire last December. Earlier bonds of $40,000 $25,000 and $22,500 were also defeated, leaving the district with no new financing. The current classrooms are in an old church.
Farley Iowa district residents confront a heated debate over a proposed school building in a prosperous agricultural community of about a thousand people with a million dollar property valuation. About 250 children attend classes, and the majority’s registering against the project shocks supporters who expected success. Farley remains a focal point in state school affairs.
Sigourney Iowa July 29 nine men occupy the county jail for bootlegging and moonshine eight of them are Gehrling brothers and their hired man Frank Myer Fred and Jim Clandon and Clinton Helm were arrested Friday and six more joined them last night Forty gallons of corn whisky eleven barrels of mash and a still were seized from Gehrling's cellar the evidence was displayed at the sheriff's office as deputies took the prisoners from the old Matt Biewen farm eight miles southeast of Sigourney Much of the liquor is said to have been disposed of in Pella Iowa.
A July 29 mental and physical examination is given to girls brought to the city hall matrons quarters. Officials aim to gauge the mental standards of girls circulating with police. Reports show many exhibit low intelligence, with some 20 year olds scoring like younger ages, while a few are above average. The test seeks to stump inmates yet also reveals well informed individuals. Health authorities justify the program as police aligned, noting many girls of this class are less mentally equipped than average.
An oral tale recalls a dangerous incident when a worker on a clock tower slipped from a roof around early evening. He clung to a long band as townspeople gathered below, shouting for them to go home for supper while rescuers prepared.
Washington July 28 preliminary report from the Bureau of Internal Revenue shows 1919 personal returns numbered 56,232,769 with net income totaling 19,859,491,448 and tax 1,269,630,104. New York filed most returns and led in tax. per capita income in New York and Alaska posted notable figures. District of Columbia had high per capita income but low average return.
Sioux City July 29 Special rail fares will be in effect on all railroads for the State Convention of the American Legion at Spirit Lake during the first three days of September an official of the Milwaukee announces Anyone who presents a certifi-
The article explores how the term automobile derives from the French autos and mobile. It notes the name’s French origin and suggests that the name’s accuracy echoes how some cars seem temperamental and unpredictable in use.
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