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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1919
Page
4
The article notes a marked shift in England showing more male births than female since the war. It suggests a possible psychological or natural balancing mechanism, with wars shortening male lifespans and census data indicating a higher proportion of boys being born when needed.
A humorous meditation on mood and season, noting that June should spark cheer from schoolboys to farmers while the discontented man remains sour. The poem contrasts grim moods in October January and December, urging resilience as June wanes.
A passage extols a flawlessly designed system that self-starts, self-oils, self-guides, self-supports, and self populates. It celebrates a brightened understanding and calls for no improvements, praising the world as inherently self-sufficient.
The article notes a large Washington crowd for tonight’s circus amid farmers staying in fields during the day. Circus vendors expect an even bigger turnout for the evening performance as city streets fill with spectators.
Soldiers urged to file portraits and service records with Mr Matthews at once as the big book nears press. Information blanks will be supplied on request.
A Washington Post columnist questions why the United States reacts to a few stray shots and whether every patriot is expected to hit the bulls-eye, reflecting on national pride and accuracy.
A Pella Chronicle note recalls clipping a market report when hog prices topped twenty cents and says they will repeat the record keeping when prices fall again. The remark reflects local livestock price memory and archival habits.
The Rapids Republican argues against foreign powers imposing mandates in Mexico while confronting Kurdish affairs in Asia. It warns such a policy would amount to mutual interference and a shared management of each other’s business, urging caution.
The Burlington Hawkeye criticizes the kaiserin and Germany for past silence and inaction. The author laments that more decisive words or actions were not taken years ago, suggesting better outcomes for Germany with different choices.
The American Army major Bartlett Owen dined with his son, a sergeant, drawing ire from regular army leaders who condemn the act. The letter argues such treatment undermines morale and questions military discipline as democracy becomes the standard in the force. The writer warns this clash could hinder future wartime mobilization.
A National Vigilance Committee bulletin criticizes deceptive pricing and overstated value claims in ads. It argues honest, understated ads build lasting customer trust and warns against sales based on deception, noting many stores later drop such policies or fail. It cites two examples of misleading campaigns and urges truth in advertising as economically sound.
The vigilance committee argues that advertising bargains only when stock is reduced or when goods have small imperfections draws large crowds with small space. It urges truthful pricing and notes many leading stores have found honesty yields better profits.
The article urges small savers to invest in government securities and War Savings stamps to protect funds from fraudulent schemes. It cites Homer A. Miller on avoiding wildcat promotions and explains how small daily savings, at about 4 percent compound interest, grow over ten years into significant totals with examples from 10 to 50 cents daily.
A pamphlet explains saving weekly investments at 4 percent. It claims one who saves five dollars weekly will have about 7,877 in twenty years and 218 yearly income, with examples like saving one week to reach 1,422 in five years, attributed to Trolton Hall.
A Bolten Hall quotation extols thrift and diligent money management, praising the industrious saver who budgets, plans, and Consistently accumulates wealth through careful expenditure.
A vivid parable compares a selfish heart to a tough nut, requiring a mighty hammer of superhuman power to crack. Once the shell yields, the prize is the sweetest meat, swift to emerge. The piece uses stark imagery to explore moral transformation.
A Pine Ridge, Minnesota fish tale dated June 21, 1919 recounts Bill’s muskellunge pursuit in Lake Pelican Rapids country. The narrator describes rough waters, bait mislabeling, and a dramatic, multi minute battle culminating with Bill securing a colossal muskellunge by rope and grab-hook. The letter notes family banter and the thrill of a recordcatch near Crooked Creek and Spirit Lake.
We wrestled a large muskie into the boat and kept it from returning to the lake. The landlord called it the biggest fish seen in the lake. Mosquitoes are savage, prompting thoughts of moving camp. Hiram learned a new song to sing in the park. Yours truly, One of the Spud Boys.
The pledge links liberty to thrift urging avoidance of debt and waste. It emphasizes saving as a path to independence, self-respect, and the pursuit of happiness, calling for courage in saving and self control in spending as safeguards of liberty.
The note argues zeal can be blind or poorly regulated when it infringes on others rights. It presents a concise meditation on restraint and fairness within personal conduct and public discourse.
An advised health note warns that daily meat intake produces uric acid that can paralyze kidneys as they try to expel it. It recommends four ounces of Salts with water before breakfast for a few days to cleanse kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and relieve bladder irritation.
A 1918 timetable lists eastbound and westbound passenger and local freight trains for Washington branch lines. It notes daily except Sunday service for several locals, with specific arrival and departure times and special annulment on Tuesdays and Thursdays for train No 92.
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