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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1922
Page
4
If thou draw out thy soul to the hungry and satisfy the afflicted, thy light shall rise in darkness and the Lord shall guide thee. The passage promises relief in drought and fullness of soul for those who help others.
After a lengthy trial in Illinois, a jury found Governor Len Small not guilty of conspiracy to defraud the state. The case centered on loans by the state treasury to private institutions at 7 percent while paying the state about 2 percent, using a supposed dummy bank. The verdict hinges on technicalities, but critics say the Small affair left a bad odor about state finances.
In a pointed local vignette ABE MARTIN notes how illnesses and late trains disrupt a scheduled speaker, commenting on the crowded date and the swift erosion of a man’s conviction as excuses pile up. The piece captures a plainspoken tone and a slice of everyday rail and civic life.
The poem argues prunes are wholesome and nutritious despite ridicule. It derides jokes about prunes while praising their acids vitamins and juice. It notes public embarrassment at buying prunes and claims prunes are versatile in stews pies and meals.
The text notes that investigations will bear fruit and trial publicity will spur public officials toward rectitude. It mentions Governor Small and that his wife, closely involved during the trial, died this morning, attributing her death to the emotional strain from the indictment and acquittal.
Arthur R. Oates, commander of Leon Beatty Post, appeals to all eligible veterans to join the American Legion. He calls the post the best insurance for the nation and a force for Americanism, noting members come from all service branches and ranks and urging support to build the strongest post in the state.
Denver on June 26 with Juvenile Court Judge Ben B. Lindsey urging that if there is to be a hell raisin, everyone should join. He attacked laws regulating drinking and dancing, arguing private dances in exclusive clubs are more corrupt than public halls.
June 26 Iowa report states the state bonus law authorizes a $22,000,000 bond issue. Secretary of State Ramasy will publish legal advertising as required. The bonus would grant veterans 50 cents per day of World War service up to a $350 maximum if the proposal passes in November.
In Greece hundreds of families abstain from meat throughout the year with no meat eaten on New Year s day and Easter. The practice reflects local dietary customs and religious observance shaping festive meals and daily life.
A narrator and neighbor discuss why men hurry home at sunset. The speaker gazes from the window and experiences a vivid sunset described as a red birthday cake, melting into a honey comb dome. The moment evokes life and wonder inspired by a fairy tale feeling.
Washington June 26 Iowa leads states in the value of animal products with 475.7 million dollars in 1921 while Texas tops crop values at 463 million. North central states west of the Mississippi produced 1.421 billion in crops, 20 percent of the national total.
In a nostalgic hometown note residents anticipate a big July fourth with rain forecasts and plans for farm work. Eri Bartholow jokes about early rains while Mrs Johnson contributes cheerfully. The piece hints at festivities from sunrise to sunset and wonders who will hold the Governor.
A preacher rebukes a flock for gambling as parishioners admit sin. A neurologist notes holiday financial stress can affect balance. A Washington businessman arrives at work without a necktie, but escapes worse consequences.
A young man who owns a hand embroidered bed spread faces a dilemma as a friend with imminent marriage prospects eyes the piece for a new home. The author refuses to wade into the dispute while noting the aesthetic value and potential use.
A humorous classroom scene shows a mother guiding Dickey over a division of five carmela with his sister and a teacher explaining subtraction by denomination. The exchange ends with Dick replying that you cannot take three apples from four peaches, illustrating arithmetic misunderstanding.
A minister ends a long sermon and invites the church board to meet after services. A stranger in the back pew admits he intended to meet the bored board, joking that he himself is bored more than anyone in attendance.
A man in town proposed selling three truckloads of real beer to a single buyer if all three loads were taken at once. He stated he would need the trucks emptied to take the money home.
Harry Ward recounts a near collision as an automobile speeds toward a crossing and an express train approaches. The driver bets on a narrow escape and quips that they might come out tied, highlighting a tongue in cheek moment of roadside humor.
Reading of a spelling test at the Iowa City university highlights frequently misspelled words including occurred occasional probably immediately finally last stopped generally sincerely somewhat embarrassed and glove counter at a department store.
A hesitant man asks to see Miss Green but is told she is out. The clerk offers Miss White and Miss Black or Miss Brown, all described as popular this season. In a separate line a woman who shoved her husband into a river is mentioned as trying to drown her troubles.
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad observers report rising driver negligence at crossings. In 1920, 25,690 of 398,000 vehicles failed to stop look or listen. In April 1921, 2,972 of 16,477 drivers ignored safety checks, a 18 percent failure rate. For four months this year 68,816 vehicles were watched with 17 percent failures.
A traditional Afghan wedding celebrates louder festivities as a sign of strong union, with guests encouraged to make ample noise to honor the couple. The custom ties merriment to marital success and communal approval.
Des Moines reports that less than half the 1920 general election vote was cast in the June 5 primary. The state executive council notes 383 5679 total votes on June 5 for Republicans and Democrats versus over 800 000 in November’s general election, with primary turnout unusually low this year.
Report claims Ireland has one of the lowest suicide rates globally and fewer cases than many other countries. Officials caution data accuracy varies by region and year.
A reflective maxim urges focusing on achievable tasks and doing them well rather than overreaching and performing poorly. The saying frames productivity as disciplined prioritization and restraint.
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