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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1919
Page
4
The piece notes potential picnic challenges without waterproof table cloths and movable shelters. Secretary Baker sold $23,000,000 worth of meat to Russia. The two cent stamp may return after July 1, easing shortages, while three cent stamps are discouraged before June ends. Hat wearers gain renewed hope as sun returns, though early straw outfits may not yet fit the season.
The note suggests that despite losing the war the German side still shows significant resolve. Chief Perry comments on the persistence of nerve in the face of defeat.
A Des Moines Register report suggests the president’s stance on beer and light wines could indicate he will not seek a third term, seen as a potential political move.
Ankeny Iowa murderer Charlie Walker should be kept in an iron barred asylum for life if his insanity defense succeeds, urges the Oskaloosa Herald.
In comments from editorials, William Holhenzollern warned a year ago that there would be no soft peace and now seems convinced his prophecy was correct. Railroads are praised as good, but past tax bonuses to build them are criticized and more railroads under current management could bankrupt the country.
A humorous regional remark recalls days past when counting the calendar differed from modern times as a rural speaker jokes about fashion and memory related to stockings and the Fourth of July.
In a rustic dialogue Bill refuses a ride promising an outing at six. The narrator, tired of waiting, laments neighbors who burn gasoline and mock his poverty while Bill delays, delaying a simple woodland journey and stirring frustration at the stagnant plan.
The Daylight Saving Association of New York met at 16 William Street to reorganize the effort to rally support from major firms and labor groups nationwide. Marcus M Marks announced widespread telegrams to lawmakers and business leaders, aiming to defeat repeal efforts with backing from Frank A Morrison of the AFL and Senator Calder of New York.
Kathleen and her mother return from shopping with shoes brought home on approval. Doris, Kathleen’s sister, opens the package out of curiosity, prompting Kathleen to insist that the shoes stay unopened while mamma is on furlough.
An English inventor has perfected a method to capture sea water energy. He ties entering water at high tide and drives turbine engines as the tide falls. The result is described as perpetual water power since tides continuously ebb and flow.
Beantown commentator Eph Trittipo plans to attend the Follies in Indianapolis tonight. He wrestled with choosing between eye glasses and nose glasses before deciding on a look.
A compact reflection notes that even divine beings struggle against folly, framing human wisdom as a hopeful counterforce. The line suggests perseverance amid ignorance as a timeless theme.
An analysis by K Walter London notes three converging forces of unrest in England as Lloyd George remains in Paris. Discharged soldiers and the Policemen's Union align with labor leaders, threatening government stability while unemployment grows. Public sympathy, army support, and fear of a broader revolt pressure a broad reconstruction policy ahead of Lloyd George's return.
A rushed fragment lists multiple train times and express locals with numbers such as No 12 Express No 30 Local Pass and No 88 Local Frt. It also mentions Westbound No 50 Local Pass and No 80 Local Frt with arrival and departure times and a Washington Branch entry.
Chicago bakers planned to return to work after a union and employers meeting at the Grand Poccinie hotel ratified a bargaining agreement. The scale sets top wages at 83 for first shift bakers, 81 for second shift, and 29 for third shift with potential double pay between 4 and 6 PM to settle the strike.
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