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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1923
Page
4
A devotional note quotes John 15 7 urging believers to abide in Christ and in his words so their requests align with divine will and are granted. The brief meditation echoes faith and daily prayer themes for readers.
The article notes German passive resistance weakening under continued Ruhr occupation. France's action is described as momentous, forcing a shift in strategy and eroding Belgium’s confidence as Paris stakes a claim, while Germany weighs a costly burden of occupation. France acted decisively, pursuing its responsibility and reshaping the global balance.
Secretary Mellon, praised as the greatest Treasury head since Alexander Hamilton, states he has refunded all short-time debt except what was actually retired. The note claims a reduction from 7.6 billion dollars of short-time debt via retirement and repayment measures.
ABE MARTIN argues for a strong soil movement led from Washington. He notes Stillman is secure, yet supporters keep pressing while his adequacy is questioned.
The piece recalls Long Ago virtues and morals, contrasting them with modern temptations. An aging speaker laments harsher times while a youthful critic notes fewer saloons and stricter conduct, as the speaker struggles to find fresh reflections.
Public Service Magazine argues tax exempt securities shield wealth from taxation. It notes a shift toward opposing such dodging, warning that big fortunes benefit while small business owners bear the burden as billions in tax dodges are placed on the retired list.
Excerpt debates liberalism and its roots in dignity and individual worth. It argues against both reaction and radicalism claiming progress stems from steady individual effort, not only government action, and that national progress measures the quality of individual ideality.
Des Moines set to host the 29th International Christian Endeavor Convention from July 4 to 10. The same large voice amplifier used by President Harding will be shipped in, requiring a full carload of gear and costing over 2500 dollars. It will be erected in the main speaking hall and moved July 8 to the Iowa State Fair amphitheater for William Jennings Bryan’s address, as crowds exceed 100,000 expected for the event. The program includes a 500-voice chorus and speakers such as William G. McAdoo James J. Wilson Sir Lionel Mocher Sherwood Eddy Gypsy Smith and Wayne B Wheeler. Dr Frank News H. Clark will give the opening address July 6.
The Bellistand form near Lum Fries, where Burns wrote Scots Wha Hae and Tam o Shanter, has been left to the Sevitieh nation by the will of the recent owner, a gentleman from Edinburgh. Buildings are to be preserved to resemble the period of Burns' occupancy.
A breezy column Mixes jokes and quips about sun after rain rumors, a turtle sighting near Ceroenfield's, and a seven day old Paragon. Readers chase puzzles, jokes, and light trivia while the piece riffs on local rumor and humorous asides.
A fragment from Everybody's Magazine jokes about a rattlesnake bite as an “accident” and a comic line about love. The snippet mentions Chicago divorce rates, a schoolyard exchange, and scatters of classified ad humor about plow advertisements and social etiquette.
A reader letter from Splinters recalls local curios and memories, mentions Ernest Marshall and Harold Jones forgetting a seat incident near Central Perk, and teases returning guests like Ei t Grayson and Bunce as well as Elliot’s birthday split between party plans and absence.
A quote from Bacon warns that suspicious thoughts cloud the mind and should be repressed or guarded to maintain clear judgment. The passage discusses mental perils and the need for discipline to avoid clouded thinking.
The Disabled American Veterans World War convention arrives in Minneapolis June 25 to 29 with about 10 000 disabled veterans. Mayor George B Teach predicts the city will be owned by the visitors as parades tours and social events unfold including a grand ball and a summer Mardi Gras finale at the Armory.
London May 22 The debt of Manchester is the largest municipal debt in the British empire. Estimated at 30 million pounds with assets of 46 million pounds the city plans a rate of 12 shillings in the pound for the coming year. The assessable value of Manchester is higher than any in Great Britain, meaning Manchester residents pay more taxes than any others in the empire.
The piece contrasts swagger with outcomes and notes how promising hopes in family records end in ridicule or lowly positions. It also mentions apologies sometimes required for such disappointments.
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