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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1926
Page
4
A devotional note from Bible Thoughts for Today for Monday June 28 1926 quotes Genesis 4 7 about doing well and being accepted while sin sits at the door. The brief reflection urges mindful righteous living and consequences of actions.
An editorial argues that high primary campaign costs distort democracy. It notes Pennsylvania spending shocks voters and cites Indiana’s party platforms calling for nominating conventions as a remedy. It asserts moneyed candidates dominate modern primaries, questioning the viability of poor, honest candidates under direct nominations.
A daily vocabulary update defines BARBARI as rudely striking or savage in appearance or sound. It cites a sentence about barbaric music heard behind tents and contrasts common misuses and misspellings to aid proper usage and pronunciation.
A weathered 16 by 18 foot timber school building near Washington County stands as a relic of 1854 to 1864. The article traces its movement from Mathew McDowell farm to Glendale District, later a residence and shop, lists teachers and two dozen living former pupils with names and places across Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, and beyond.
The Spud family reports wind drove fish ashore along the lake, eight pike per person caught, and plans to sell excess at cost. They ask readers to order fish via return mail and advertise if the venture covers expenses.
The Crawfordsville Iowa Auxiliary will not meet with Mrs Latimer Davis this Wednesday. The meeting is postponed to Wednesday July 7. Attendees at the Sunset park By-the-way picnic included Mr and Mrs C M Maxwell Mr and Mrs Shebeck and family and others enjoying a family reunion atmosphere. The children's day program at United Presbyterian Sabbath school featured decorated church fronts and a full program of songs exercises and scenes from Biblical heroines. Visitors included Mrs Smith cousin of Eli White and Mr Everette Griffith of Washington.
The By-the-way picnic in Sunset Park drew about 125 attendees from the Journal correspondence and By-the-way group. A light meal preceded games and readings, with prizes awarded for pipe races and a sack blowing contest, plus several impromptu performances and a surprise playlet by four young girls.
West Chester notes recount a village picnic on June 26 1926 with strong turnout and varied acts including Jesse Miller and Mrs Hardscrabble. The crowd enjoyed witty stunts, saw music, and remarks on weather, local travel, and farm conditions amid small town chatter.
Ton visited Washington Saturday with relatives including Mr and Mrs Will Anwyl Mr and Mrs RC McCleary Mr and Mrs FE Young Mr and Mrs Farrel Young and baby during a family gathering yesterday in the capital.
A brief note from N E S expresses regret at missing the picnic due to an uncooperative partner. The writer jokes about jealousy or neurasthenia and promises to contribute to the press later.
A London Tit-Bits note recalls Lord Holland keeping weekly concerts for his horse stud with a dedicated gallery. He believed music cheered the animals and improved their temperaments.
Jack Mutheal, teen star opposite Blanche Sweet in The Far Cry, says he would have followed his parents and pursued education but switched after a week. He bypassed Columbia University to act, though he urges others to seek education, calling it the best commodity. He has worked in films since the industry began and remains popular.
A light editorial note from the Atchison Globe states a premium viewpoint that a man can complete a full day’s labor by noon and still enjoy the rest of the day off.
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