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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1923
Page
6
Group nine of the Methodist church named Sunrise group after a yesterday afternoon gathering. Grap juice was served as members discussed plans for the year’s work and welcomed Mrs. Shannon as host.
The world’s largest forest nursery holds about 12,000,000 young trees and is located in Saratoga New York.
Washingtons third bargain day draws out of town shoppers from Wellman Kalona Kepota Riverside Wayland Ainsworth Crawfordsville Brighton and other districts. Merchants report active business visitors praise the event and note better organization and more attractive bargains as coopera tive effort to build trade beyond the city.
Wil lam Kelly of Iowa City faced a driving while intoxicated charge filed with Squire D. C. Kyle yesterday. The case was withdrawn by Officer Oscar Haney who reported doubts about sufficient evidence. Kelly had a poor driving episode on Sunday night endangering others, speeding on the wrong side of the street near the square. Marshal Harry Edwards and Deputy Fred Sweet pursued the car but failed to catch it before the arrest by Johnson County sheriff. Mayor Alberson fined Kelly 35 dollars plus costs for speeding, a cut out exhaust, and traffic rule violations.
Governor Kendall announced re appointments this morning. William Collinson of Sharonton to the state highway commission for four years beginning July 1, 1923. Louis G. Lasher of Davenport named adjutant general assistant for four years beginning July 4, 1923. Knude Roberg of Des Moines named for four years beginning July 4, 1923. W. R. Orchard of Council Bluffs to the state library commission for five years starting July 1, 1923. James C. Gillestie of Le Mars to the state printing board for two years beginning July 1, 1923.
A compact reflection on the ease of sounding wise versus truly speaking wisdom. The line suggests restraint and thoughtful speech over empty talk.
In Centerville Iowa Mrs M J Horn married a month ago was found dead in her home with a pistol wound to the breast. The husband returned from work to discover her body and family members say a nervous breakdown led to the suicide. Neighbors heard a shot earlier that day but did not report it.
The joint state convention of the United Spanish War Veterans and the auxiliary opened in Creston Iowa with Mayor Ed C. Keith delivering the welcoming address. About 500 attendees are present for a three day encampment featuring talks by National Commander Entenza National President Lucile B. Dragon and department leaders. Nominations for offices occur tomorrow ahead of Friday elections. A Des Moines sons band helps the Creston band for the event.
The writer muses on why the emblem rose bears a Latin name rosa and asks what locals in Kent or Sussex called the flower before Roman contact. They trace remnant names like oi giantine from French and Latin roots to acus, noting the absence of stable native English equivalents to cowslip, buttercup, and daisy.
In Brantford Ontario in 1874 Mrs BE Sovereign, a local teacher, assisted Alexander Graham Bell in stringing the wire and setting up his first telephone instruments during his early experiments.
A reflective line on poetry as shot silk with shifting colors. The reader discovers interpretation through personal ability and sympathy with the poet, here invoking Tennyson as exemplar.
The White Star liner Olympic sails from South Hampton with wine aboard for New York, stored in a sealed room under four British customs seals as part of a test of U S liquor rules.
A reflection on love charity and benevolence as life giving forces that awaken noble feelings. The text links kindness to health harmony and alignment with the Infinite, highlighting how goodwill elevates the spirit and fosters positive state.
A misquoted historical line on vice and vice in spending, reflecting a moral warning about ill-gotten gains and their lasting curse. The fragment alludes to a religious justification for frugal living and condemns corrupt dispositions driving sinful wealth.
A brief history notes dominoes likely originated in Hebrew Greek and Chinese cultures. The game reached France early in the eighteenth century and the Cafe de Opera in Paris was a noted gathering place for famous players.
A woman asks a doctor how to treat her husband's buzzing ears. The doctor suggests taking him to the seaside. She refuses, and he adds a humorous line, advising that going for oneself would work as well.
Readers note the sign of the cross used to ward off evil for nearly two thousand years in English country districts. The custom includes crossing fingers and touching wood after boasts as related superstitions.
A fragmented quote from a Richmond Times-Dispatch piece captures residents dismissing rumors and insisting they have no time for gossip. The line highlights a community mood of prioritizing personal matters over others' concerns.
An Associated Press report from Des Moines notes another week of favorable weather will bring the Iowa corn crop to normal. Needed rains and warmth have improved conditions, with earlier concerns from cool damp weather abating. Hay remains behind, pastures lag, and some patches suffered. winter wheat continues to fill well.
A reflective quotation notes that one cannot hinder bad thoughts or birds in the air, but insists on not letting them build a nest in one’s hair. The line attributes to Mrs. A. D. T. Whitney.
A brief quotation noting seasonal imagery from Shakespeare about men courting in April and marrying in December, and women as maidens in May, reflecting changing skies after marriage.
A brief observational piece notes men being singled out for public display or mockery based on appearance and attire, reflecting social judgment and local humor.
Weather lore ties sudden drops in the thermometer to storms and high winds. A thaw follows frosty spells, while ongoing descent signals more rain. In winter, unsettled mercury with sharp swings suggests unstable conditions ahead.
A Franklin quote outlines wealth as simple: work hard and spend wisely. He stresses two words industry and frugality, advising not to waste time or money and to save what is earned after necessary expenses. Honest gain and disciplined saving lead to riches.
The phrase notes that saying you agree with another’s statement echoes in Luke where Pilate asks Jesus if he is the king of the Jews and Jesus replies Thou sayest it. The line captures a historical Gospel exchange and modern usage.
A six year old girl explains pride as not thinking much of others and vanity as asking what others think of her. The Boston Transcript quotes the witty difference in a concise quip from a young observer.
A compilation of Thursday and Friday gatherings across town. Choir practice at Second United Presbyterian. Independent Club with Mrs Jno Kennedy. Moose Lodge social with Highland orchestra. B G special meeting with initiation. Wellston Social Club with Mrs Cora Eagle. Washington Improvement League luncheon at Commercial club. Rural Women’s Club with Mrs Lincoln Barthlow. Havre Social Club with Mrs Howard Baker. screening of Children in Many Lands at Baptist church with free admission and a silver offering. ice cream social postponed. Methodist Ladies social in Social Hall. Ladies Auxiliary West Chester United Presbyterian patriotic social with Mrs Emma Cherry Mrs Thompson and Mrs C H Davis as hosts.
The Fortnightly celeb general meeting will be held next Monday afternoon, June twenty fifth at Mrs A Andersons house at 406 E Washington street. All members of all departments are urged to attend this largely social gathering.
A 66 year old man says two years of severe stomach and liver trouble prompted funeral plans but after three doses of Mayr's Wonderful Remedy he recovered. The ad asserts the preparation clears mucus from the intestinal tract and calms inflammation, including appendicitis. One dose proves money back guarantee. Jammon's Pharmacy and druggists advertise.
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