Bible Thought for Today June 2 1925
Proverb quotation notes that when a man’s ways please the Lord he makes even his enemies be at peace with him. The reflection emphasizes divine approval shaping peaceful relations.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1925
Page
4
Long Ago Lynching Quietly Felt in Washington History
The piece recalls a lynching in 1868 in Washington, noting public calm after the event. It questions whether postwar emotions and a wave of crime explain the reaction, mentioning a mild northern protest and the swift act of hanging a man for stealing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Light occupation and the fall of the fake stock promoter
An editor questions the fate of the fake stock promoter after years of easy profits. The piece argues that the era of sure things in the market has ended as the promoter faces hard times and the public has learned to be wary.
Absent aid claims amid bootlegger scare in 1900s town
ABE MARTIN laments the death toll and hardship from bootlegging and poverty. He notes untold numbers of poor girls walking long distances to reach homes or the public square and mocks bootleggers for feigning necessity in midsummer heat.
False Pride by Walt Mason in Rippling Rhymes
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason questions vanity in success and fame. It notes that when individuals die, others replace them and memory fades, as past greats are forgotten and pride proves transient.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walt Mason
Advertising Clubs Fight Fraud In Public Markets
The post office department and the National Vigilance Committee of the Associated Advertising Clubs of the country have reduced fake stock schemes. They promote legitimate truthful advertising and pursue the hoaxes, noting a decline in grandiose legends such as Henry Ford starting with $1.00 and growing to billions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
National Vigilance Committee
Associated Advertising Clubs
Henry Ford
Ad Clubs
Freight cars idle or in use signal rail commerce
The article notes hundreds of cars idle in freight yards do not equal big business but reflect quiet activity. It asserts long distance freight service in the United States is at its best, despite more cars being loaded and accruing higher charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
W. C
West Chester
Record of U S rail freight surge through May end
The five months ending in May show revenue freight cars in the United States at a record high, 400000 more than any similar period in railroad history. Despite quiet yards, railroads argue economies have driven better freight handling systems and efficiency improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Old John the derelict dies mourned by New Orleans police
In New Orleans 74 year old John Francis known as Old John died at the Second Precinct station after three years as a friendly ward of the police. He begged for shelter, helped with errands, and wore donated clothes while keeping largely to himself. He had two sisters in Illinois and said he hadn’t seen them in 30 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
John
John Francis
Montreal
Illinois
Young pleads not guilty in wife’s death murder case
Dr. Thomas A. Young appeared calm in Los Angeles and pleaded not guilty to murder in the death of his wife Grace Grogan Young. The trial was scheduled for August 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Thomas A. Young
Grace Grogan Young
Olive
Patrick Grogan
Woman Killed Sister and Is Sentenced to Two Years
Paris reports Anna Levasser a 20 year old dressmaker found guilty of killing her sister Anais at the sister's request to end her suffering from an incurable lung disease She told the court she aimed to shoot herself afterward but could not and had planned to avenge the sister against a landlord who had ordered them out of their home The verdict carries a two year jail term
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Paris
Jane
Anna Levasser
Mile Levasser
Last Niete
Anais
Anna
Electricians urge night street lighting to cut accidents
The National Electric Light Association report to its 48th convention says better street lighting could save lives and limbs from night traffic. 1925 data show 22 600 killed, 678 000 injured, 600 million dollars in losses, with 80 percent more accidents than seven years earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
National Electric Light Association
Epictetus the Stoic Philosopher and His Legacy
A fragmentary sketch notes Epictetus as a Greek Stoic born in Phrygia and later living between zero and twelve, banished from Rome by Domitian. It highlights his teaching in Epirus and the lasting appeal of his moral philosophy among readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epictetus
Phrygia
Rome
Domitian
Epirus
Odd Miscellany and Farmer Funnies From Local Pages
A collage of rustic humor and local chatter features a farmer’s fair caper, a cheeky exchange about money making, a quip on gen iuses, and lively notes from West Chester about inviting a lady mayor to a picnic. Scraps include playful jabs at readers and stray dialect humor with a fiddler note.
Yes Yes But How Red Book Magazine Fashion Note
A brief fashion snippet describes a model or figure trying on a cap with a wide visor and removing a sweater and trousers, highlighting a casual wardrobe transition. The tone mirrors midcentury magazine style with concise, image-driven description.
Old Fashioned Woman Faces Absurd Wrath Then Lets It Go
A curious local note describes a woman known for a stern facial scowl when angered. The vignette highlights her decisive moment, where she released her anger without further incident. No injuries or ongoing dispute are reported.
Their Favorite Songs From The Ice Man To The Confectioner
A humorous list of characters and their chosen songs. The Ice Man sings In The Good Old Summer Time. The Bootlegger favors Meet Me By The Moonlight. The Bald Headed Man suggests There'll Be No Parting There. The Drys choose The Old Oaken Bucket. The Wets pledge We Won't Go Home Until Morning. The Confectioner opts In The Sweet Buy and Buy.
Optimist Motto and Punny Dialogues From A Grafter’s Page
A collage of quips and jokes from a historical column, featuring observations on reading movie titles, a pun about monuments and patients, a plea to correct a sentence, and playful banter about a picnic plan. The piece mentions Mrs Brown Dr Young Patience and Second Story Slim in a light humorous tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Brown
Mosquitoes Spoil Return Visit For Visiting Preacher
Summer church swap brings a visiting preacher who pleases the congregation yet complains of mosquitoes at the service. The clerk notes lively gestures and earnest responses but the minister declines a second appearance due to an insect nuisance.
City Girl’s Red Waist Noticed by Country Cow
A city girl boarding with a farmer complains a cow reacts savagely to her red waist outfit. The farmer dryly notes it must be because of the color, adding humor about rural fashion tastes. The exchange appears in Junior World.
Kid Scolded For Blurted Truth at Quiet Meeting
A terse local note reports a child faced a rebuke for speaking out of turn during a gathering. The piece comments on decorum and the idea that towns require sufficient resources to host a convention, mentioning delegates and sleeping arrangements.
Grass widow and grass hopper humor in old verse
A quirky collection of verses and editor notes recounts a grass widow transformed into a grass hopper after her divorce. The piece weaves jokes about editors, contributors, a wastebasket, and hunting poles with rustic humor and local color.
Father Day Tribute to the Working Dad
The poem honors fathers who provide for their families through hard work. It highlights patched clothing, sacrificing toys, bread and shoes, and daily care. It calls to celebrate Fathers with slippers, flowers on Father’s Day, and a prayerful thank you.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father
Local Notes From Ainsworth Circa Summer Visit and Travel
Mrs L A Stephens returns home after two years with daughters Mrs Claire Carel of Piru California and Miss Alice Stephens in Los Angeles. Grandson Richard Marr of Denver visits W T Marrs. John Olds hospital patient in Iowa City. Dr Alcorn and family visit from Washington. Wanda Spessard resumes Parsons College summer term. Crawford store proprietor Mr Talbott visits Rock Island. Hattie White attends brother in law Wm White’s funeral, body brought from Crawfordsville. Everette Simkins and mother drive to Iowa City to meet Miss Merle Simkins at I S T C Cedar Falls. Maud Bronson visits brother F D Harding family at Burlington. James Harding and family from Mounds, Illinois accompanied. Prof W G Robertson attends Parsons College Fairfield summer school. Wm Acheson ill at home. Baptist Missionary society meets at Mrs Bentley Thompson’s. ladies knit a comfort. Chas Hazlett leaves for extended Los Angeles trip. trip planned as commencement gift. L M Paul joins uncle Ehlers visiting Hazletts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie White
Washington
Wm. White
Crawfordsville
Everette Simkins
Iowa City
Merle Simkins
Cedar Falls
Maud Bronson
F. D. Harding
Burlington
James Harding
Mounds
Illinois
W. G. Robertson
Parsons College
Fairfield
Wm. Acheson
Baptist Missionary Society
Bentley Thompson
Chas Hazlett
Los Angeles
California
Chas
L. M. Paul
Ehlers
Hazlett
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