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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1920
Page
4
Yesterday's Memorial Day ceremonies reflected a beautiful, ideal observance. Veterans from Revolutionary, Civil, Spanish-American, and World War eras were acknowledged, with young soldiers joining alongside old guardians of the tradition as the nation foresees future observances. The piece argues wars served civilization and growth, not conquest, and notes dwindling veteran ranks across generations.
A clipped collage shows obituary mentions of Villa from Marshalltown Times-Republican and a critical note on farmhand shortages, plus a Des Moines Register remark mocking clerks in Washington. It cites Vice President Marshall on justice, then questions how two men interpret exact and equal justice.
A quirky item notes that young children now request seventeen cents rather than a full dollar, reflecting a shift in daily pricing and social habits in a humorous, local voice. The tiny observation sits as a brief domestic quip in the paper.
A coastal poem from La Jolla describes the sea as a vast lawn where waves roll endlessly and the speaker finds bliss in not mowing or weeding. Seals bark, sharks roam nearby, and the poet imagines centuries watching the sea for messages as tides replace conventional yard work.
A Cedar Rapids Republican editorial argues that justice should tailor outcomes to what each person desires, questioning universal fairness and the line between right and personal interest. The piece contends equity may demand satisfying individual claims rather than identical treatment.
The Knoxville Express mocks a Des Moines national gathering fashion plot urging women to wear old calico. It warns not to be outdone by outside club women and suggests bringing summer furs due to expected heat in June.
Ohio marks one year of prohibition as both wets and drys issue statements. James A. White of the Anti-Saloon League cites fewer jailings, more liberty, reduced penitentiary admissions, and rising savings. He notes workhouse changes, fewer drunken arrests, and improved family life despite enforcement delays. William F. Hess of the Brewers Association warns of increased taxes, fiscal deficits, liquor substitute production, and civil liberty concerns, saying prohibition has not cut major crimes or evaded its adverse social costs.
Chicago faces coal shortage as rail cars sit idle amid a switchmen strike. About 40,000 tons are needed daily but only 76,000 tons arrived with 40 percent unloaded. Mines in Kentucky and Virginia operate sparsely, and terminals are jammed. Officials fear famine next fall if cars remain scarce.
The Ledger reports how W F Kopp of Mt Pleasant and Smith Brookhart of Washington allegedly maneuver to win labor endorsement for Congress and Senate. It alleges a manipulated Ft Madison meeting, questions Kopp’s ties to labor, and urges voters to scrutinize his record ahead of the June 7 primary.
Eastbound and westbound schedules listed with train numbers and arrival times. Includes local passenger and freight services for Washington Branch, noting exceptions on Sundays and recurring notes about specific trains and adjustments.
The passage notes that trees move sap seasonally and that plants possess epidermal cells acting as convex lenses. These cells concentrate light within the cell, forming images similar to insect eyes, illustrating a optical behavior in plants.
William B Wisler of Douglasville Pa credits a free sample of Chamberlain's Tablets with relief from a 1909 indigestion attack. He reports no similar attacks since and notes the medicine helped him enough to purchase a package. Lemmon's Drug Store runs the advertisement.
A Vienna letter to composer Ludwig van Beethoven reached his former address after a provincial woman sought tuition for her daughter. Postal staff learned Beethoven no longer lived there, and the postman sent the missive to the dead letter office.
A reflective line about butternut and the idea that hard tasks are the toughest yet sweetest after mastery. It suggests resilience in facing challenges and finding reward in achievement. The tone echoes a motivational, period-voice style typical of historic editorials.
The passage notes that Hellenes referred to inhabitants of ancient Greece and that Hellenists were Jews who adopted Greek manners and used Greek as their native tongue. It highlights that many Jews across Asia Minor in the early Christian era were Helleniists.
Flocks traveling long distances form a triangle to cut air resistance. The lead bird bears the most fatigue, taking the forward angle, then a fresh bird replaces the exhausted leader to continue the path.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M meets regular on the first Friday night each month. Cyrus Chapter No. 13 R A M meets second Friday. Bethlehem Commandery No. 15 KT meets third Friday. Washington Chapter No. 98 O B B S meets second Thursday. Damascus Shrine No. 10 W S of J meets last Thursday at Moose Hall. Covenant Lodge No. 101 meets Tuesday at 7 20 PM in the 100 N Iowa Ave hall. cordial invitation to visiting members.
Robert’s mother cautions him about the new boy who moved into the rear flat, labeling him a bad fighter. Robert counters that he has already sized him up and believes the rival has more than he can handle, signaling a brewing clash.
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