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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1923
Page
4
The article states that The Associated Press holds exclusive rights to publish all news dispatches credited to this paper and the local news herein, with republication rights for special dispatches also reserved.
Wednesday, June 27, 1923 offers Micah 6 8 as guidance for living justly mercifully and humbly with God. The reflection emphasizes doing right loving mercy and walking humbly in daily conduct for readers.
The piece argues for outlawing war among civilized nations, proposing that war be a crime under international law, a conference to codify rules, and a universal international court. It notes past hopes before World War I, current grievances over the Versailles Treaty, and the need for enforcement power to punish violations.
A terse local reflection notes Ireland's hard times and the stubborn appeal for a drink. The speaker implies even a dying man would feel the same longing for liquid relief, portraying enduring hardship with a wry, folksy voice.
The poem depicts Prosperity returning with notes of work and wages, contrasting earlier riches with a frost that cooled spending and vanity. It references printers, publishers, farmers, and tradesmen, and urges caution and thrift while celebrating renewed activity and hope.
A writer argues for a powerful universal army and navy to enforce peace, suggesting a modern League to Enforce Peace. He asserts strength earns respect, notes Japan’s influence over China, and envisions a world order where a capable league would deter aggression and sustain future peace.
The piece notes under the Safeguarding of Industries Act that many articles are taxed at 48 1 3 percent, with sugar among items dutiable. A House of Commons move to cut sugar duty failed 257 to 1538, signaling a return to Free Trade rejection and embracing protective tariffs as a safeguard for industries per the American Economist.
Amusements note on Vance McPhee a fiction writer whose imagined aches and ailing life are stirred by a valet and a romance. William Russel gives a tremendously interesting performance in the Fox production Godl-by Girls starting a two day run at the Fox Theatre tonight.
The article notes that although many call Britain Free Trade England, it shows British tariff rates are higher than those in the United States and cover more commodities. It discusses the implication of tariffs on trade and the perception of free trade rhetoric.
A collage of witty, satirical quips about presidents travel plans, marriages and divorces, a dramatic biblical scene, and a World War II era hotel mix up. The piece blends humor and sharp social observation in quick, era‑tinged barbs.
A London bystander quips about betting at whiskey gatherings while an irate father questions egg preferences in the early hours. An advice note urges young authors to write boldly before stepping into the future dance. A citizen critiques dancing’s fading grace as Miss Cayenne jokes about dancers’ stillness and facial expression. Dr. Anderson adds a quip on lady drivers and fear.
Jack Stinson of Winfield writes to us with playful rancor about heat and longing for a distant isle and Shakespearian whimsy. He thanks the Jour nal’s craftsmen and remarks that cooling breezes would ease the heat that wilts collars. He quips that when a man marries his trouble begins.
In a Virginia Blue Ridge town a minister holds revival meetings while the toughest local resents him. He stands to confront the parson as the service begins, declaring his intent to convert.
A neighboring sheet reports a Red Cross concert last night by sixteen of our beautiful young ladies. They sang in a charming manner, winning the admiration of the audience and raising spirits for the fundraiser.
Cyrus Chapter No 18 announces regular meetings on the second Friday night each month. Veredatha Council No 21 R & S M holds regular meetings on the first Tuesday night. Bethlehem Commandery No 45 KT meets on the third Friday night. Details list officers D L Carbaugh Arthur Goodin W W C Bell I M Arthur Goodin H T Carris E C Arthur Goodin Recorder.
Audience praise calls the Shorthorns the finest group with spotted red and white cows prominent. A few are brown, but most are spotted red and white, with several heifers described as fine bodied and tight limbed, promising good property. The excerpt ends with quotes about work and advice.
A four-year-old girl named Ellen claimed a neighbor's cow found and chewed her lost gum. The incident led to a pictured temper and a family joke about Ellen’s scolding gaze at the cow whenever she passes by.
Carl Hedges relays a Kansas tale from the far west where a man living in a dugout heard a rumble and emerged in night attire to find a herd of buffalo charging from the darkness. He barely leaped onto a buffalo as chaos roared.
A rider describes escaping a buffalo stampede by slitting his horse’s throat with a hunting knife. The animal dies and, to his surprise, his dugout lies within ten feet, revealing they had traveled all night in a circle.
A humorous verse describes Cy's lively heifer leaping and bumping into a tree then trying to stand on her head. A neighbor exclaims the animal is “live” and spry as the heifer mocks the man, ending with a note that The Journal will pay for clean rags.
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