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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1919
Page
4
Office at 108 East Main Street offers in city by carrier subscription terms. Rates listed include per week per month three months and yearly options in advance or by mail. Two phones Washington 6 and 54 Mutual 44.
A caucus will be held at the old Methodist church on Friday evening March 7 at 8 o'clock to choose candidates for city offices. The regular election day is March 31, 1613.
The Journal invites written replies from readers, urging responsible commentary. It acknowledges imperfect judgments and asks critics to publish their views publicly, hoping to learn from misunderstandings and gauge reader esteem for the editors.
A reflective verse laments lingering winter moods while longing for spring. The narrator notes false warmth, bare vines, and empty boughs, and yearns for birds, blooms, and new life. The poem imagines spring delivering peace once winter truly ends.
The author argues that no figure in history is flawless except possibly Christ as God on earth. They note Washington Lincoln Roosevelt Taft and others made mistakes yet showed greatness by admitting errors and reconciling. True character lies in humility compassion and avoiding infallible self-belief.
South Washington residents report missing chickens as anger rises over stalled depot improvements. Citizens vow to demand action after promises to relieve congestion at Rock Island and efforts to reopen the Burlington station intensify, with some urging direct action.
The Pennsylvania federation of labor sent resolutions to President Wilson urging Burleson’s removal. The snippet notes the large petition that could be sent to press for the same action, reflecting labor protest amid Senate debates.
The clippings note railroads needing a billion dollars under government control, critique advertising hesitancy, a sharp jab at pothers who say improvement is coming, and a call to start efforts now rather than waiting for George.
Iowa City Latchem wins second place with "The New Woman" in the Northern Oratorical League contest at SIU. Robert Aurner, Iowa University representative, wins home contest and secures a $25 Liberty Loan donation from President Walter A. Jessup. Joseph B. Tye of Pleasanton takes third with "The New Democracy."
T. C. Kyle has leased rooms adjoining his current site formerly used by the L. C. Willitts garage and machine shop and will occupy both locations. The move expands his business footprint and signals continued growth.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets touted as a mild laxative and liver bowel remedy replacing calomel. The ad claims rapid action with no tooth or gum harm and benefits for headaches heaviness and mental cloudiness. Available 10c and 25c a box from all druggists.
Winter weather awakens rheumatic pains as liniments fail to reach the disease. A blood remedy called S. S. S. is promoted for purifying the blood and addressing rheumatism. Readers are urged to obtain a bottle at the drugstore or contact Medical Director at Swift Laboratory in Atlanta.
The firm reports leasing the former Willitts place for storage display and workshop use. W H O'Dell now runs the machine shop and equipment, bringing Ford handling expertise to the operation. Kyle retains Maxwell agency and promises further season announcements as organization proceeds.
Secretary W F Huxford and a Crawfordsville high school boys quartet led a union gathering at the Presbyterian church to boost interest in the sectional boys conference at Davenport next week. The quartet comprised Raymond Hall Herbert Gass James Work and Marion George. Crawfordsville students and locals aided the program and a four boy plus one adult delegation will attend Davenport with expenses funded by popular subscription.
Miss Ida L. Iverson of Stanhope Iowa begins work Monday as the new city schools music teacher, succeeding Ruth Rouillard who resigns to join a chautauqua bureau in Des Moines. Iverson, a Sioux Falls normal school and Columbia College of Music graduate, brings seven years of teaching experience and strong recommendations.
Thrift Magazine counsels men to work until a century of age and to avoid retirement. It mocks relaxing in old age while urging continued labor so the undertaker remains the foe and the century plant becomes a favored symbol.
Ordinance 133 fixes monthly compensation for the Mayor at 50 dollars, City Clerk at 60 dollars, and City Superintendent of Water and Light at 125 dollars. Repeals conflicting prior provisions and sets the new rates to take effect April 1, 1919 after passage on March 3, 1919.
For fifty years people of all ages have used this preparation to nip coughs and colds in the bud before they develop. Men women and children rely on it now as a rapid reliever. Generous size bottles available at Ge and $1.29.
Advertises Dr. King's New Life Pills claiming to provide clear thinking, better digestion, and clearer skin. Describes mild action with comfortable results and promotes availability at drug stores for 25e.
An ad-style report claims a strong link between acid stomach and nervous symptoms including headaches irritability sleeplessness and low mood. It promotes LATONIC as a quick relief remedy and cites a Michigan doctor endorsing its neutralising effect and a satisfaction guarantee.
The latest portrait features Hon. James Lowther who has been re elected as a member of parliament in the British House of Commons.
An old liniment promises quick relief for stiff joints sore muscles and rheumatic twinges. It claims no skin staining no mess and fast results with a large bottle offering economy. Sold by your local druggist.
A vintage ad extols Mother’s Friend for preparing the body for childbirth. It claims three generations have used the product to ease skin, abdomen, and uterine strains, noting safe external use and urging readers to contact Bradfield Regulator Co in Atlanta for this pre labor preparation.
A fragmented timetable listing local passenger trains at 9 40 a m and 5 15 p m with local freight and mixed services. It references Nos 835 836 859 and various daily patterns and an eastern corridor connection to December 8 1918 with incomplete notes on schedules and limits.
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