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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1918
Page
8
A fragment describes a vast city scene where an army of the Lonely Poly is depicted among quiet streets and expansive solitude, emphasizing movement through urban emptiness.
Local ad urges readers to buy rugs at Crail's and mentions Fox & Dewey for shoes.
Local grocery and merchandise ads push closing out sales at Crail's with deep discounts on dresses and waists, lawn fabrics, and summer outfits. Other notices promote dancing classes, beauty and health products, and services from a pharmacist and tire expert, while a family thanks neighbors for support during a death.
Officially paid claims include Frank Garner Richland $20.00 WoHL Schrackner Wellman $100.00 Sam Reed Richland $100.00 H A Meacham Richland $25.00 Jesse Marr Ainsworth barn and contents $1418 Major Laffer telegram says he reached New York from France and will likely join family here this week. Washington residents with farm harvest experience asked to report to J K Maxwell to volunteer for harvest aid.
Marsh W Bailey chairman of the Liberty Loan and War Savings Stamps committees for Washington county Carl M Keck of the Commercial Savings Bank vice president of the county Liberty Loan organization and H S Young cashier of the Washington National Bank depart for Chicago for a war finances conference Representatives from all Chicago federal reserve district will discuss plans for the fourth Liberty Bond issue expected to be around six billion dollars with Washington county likely asked to invest roughly double its third issue share
Washington county launches a renewed War Savings Stamps drive linking with a national effort. A local plan includes a taxpayer check system and close canvassing, with a culminative push set for June 27 and 28 and details to follow.
WSS Oscar Anderson was taken to Ottumwa for arraignment today after being picked up by the sheriff in Town township for failing to register. Deputy U S Marshal Joe Beamer assisted in the transport.
The article reports a high of ninety seven degrees marking the warmest day of the month so far, aiding corn growth. It notes eighty two degrees previously and describes a trying but good day for farming activities. Also recaps a construction accident where Harve Garrett was injured when a beam slipped during a house move at the Smouse lots on East Washington Street, with Levi Shuman narrowly escaping injury.
Readers are urged to visit Crail's for clear marked bargains on muslin and jersey ribbed undergarments as Crall's closes out. Mr Reed of Ottumwa arrives with business plans, Ed Thomas drives Captain Muir Allan to Albia for four Monroe county meetings, and Graves studio displays Saturday Red Cross photo proofs today and tomorrow.
J L Brookhart and F S Finley spoke at a Red Cross meeting in the Methodist church in Trenton. Marsh W Batley delivered the address at the Haskins Presbyterian church dedication of a ten star service flag with remarks by Mrs John Mathers and the pastor Rev Walling.
Newton judge Henry Silwold to hold an adjourned March term session tomorrow. Several matters are slated for hearing and it is likely the judge will return for a second day of court in about a week.
Washington County reports a daily update with local happenings, including civic notices, school activity, and community events. The record highlights district meetings and public announcements affecting residents.
Dr J A Thompson president Tarkio college spoke yesterday at United Presbyterian churches on the church’s role in education and the Bible chair to be established in each church college. Miss Anna Olson arrived to serve as county home demonstrator for three months and begins organizing county efforts. she is a University of Chicago graduate.
A Belgian farmer stored quicklime near a shed and left it overnight. Snow covered the lime during a storm causing heat to build and ignite the shed, burning it and its contents completely.
A method describes slit edges on one side of a hat box so the side drops down like a hinge when the top is lifted. This design lets the hat be removed without moving the box from a high shelf.
A pamphlet-like text discusses using fine sandpaper in kitchens for smoothing baked goods and cleaning pans. It notes natives in Indo China crafting paper from tree bark, highlighting the Village due Papier near Hanoi where inhabitants make paper from a mulberry species found on the Black River in Upper Tonkin.
The Houston Post notes a changing attitude toward apples carrots cow liver and rabbit stew this year signaling a shift in tastes and routines as views once held with dislike soften and adapt to new meals.
A courtroom quip follows an acquittal as the man jokes about his attorney’s bill. The lawyer responds that the client proved the attorney was insane, prompting the exchange about whether one can do business with an insane man.
A playful Victorian domestic scene shows the maid asked about her sweetheart. Master Harry mishears and asks if her ribbon is coming tonight, revealing a humorous miscommunication and social etiquette of the era.
A French bride and groom wed due to shared tastes rather than affection. The bride states she does not care much for her husband, and he feels the same, in a tersely reported London Opinion note.
The piece notes that roughly two thirds of all postal letters are written sent and read by English speaking people, highlighting the global reach of English in correspondence.
A brief aphorism on happiness cites Spicetus claiming God made all men to be happy and that unhappiness stems from personal fault. The excerpt presents a Victorian style moralizing note about inner state and divine purpose.
Otters prefer sliding down snowy ridges headfirst with hind leg thrusts for momentum. In summer they choose sloped river banks with clay soil and deep water at the base, climbing up then slipping to plunge into the water.
Dialog suggests concern over hospital treatment methods as a nurse attends a light headed patient prompting questions about homeopathic practices. The snippet hints at public doubt and staff roles within a medical setting.
A reflective line ponders perception and time suggesting sight could reveal what lies behind. It frames memory as a guide for hopeful forward thinking. The tone is speculative and philosophical rather than narrative.
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