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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1925
Page
5
Railway timetable page lists eastbound and westbound trains with arrivals and departures. Includes Golden State line trains numbers 3 12 and 49 plus Knoxville branch locals 450 430 429 449 and freight services. Notes daily operation details and agent signoff.
London polytechnic offers cooking lessons for men living alone to learn proper meal preparation. Classes welcome women too, reflecting high need for adequate nourishment among single men. More men than women attend the sessions.
A health column urges motorists to stay alert and refreshed while traveling. It warns against complacency after near misses and stresses ongoing caution, steady attention, and proper rest to prevent accidents on county roads.
Wrenkin Heath president and Ed Cotmers discuss a cash shortage scheme at State Street National Bank. Hargraves the clerk uncovers a calculated heist by Henry W. Southmore, using memorized checks and sympathetic ink, leading to a bracelet arrest and a $4000 reward plus promotion promises.
London March 1 The globe trotting Prince of Wales plans a March 2 departure for a South Africa and Argentina tour to continue his extensive world journeys since 1919. He has visited three continents and Australia and will complete his rounds of major land divisions, maintaining a pattern of spending a long period abroad each year.
Washington reports the American woolen and worsted goods industry reached 1 062 568 438 dollars in 1923, up 40.8 percent from 1921. A radio program featured Chopin Liszt and Srlin bert and the composer’s nocturne as part of the broadcast to British listeners.
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation stated opposition to the 85 million dollar road bond plan. Early statewide returns show farmers favor a gasoline tax for road funding and oppose complete state control of primary roads. Resolutions urged a two cent gasoline tax to replace property tax and endorsed by the Farm Bureau district convention.
A fragmented reflection from Ohio State Avrarenael about aging. It notes diminished stamina and perception of folly in youth while contrasting lingering ability to enjoy simple tasks like picking primroses. The tone is bemused and contemplative.
Central City Ky March 14 W H Hant a 4 miner who helped rescue Floyd Colling from Sand Cave near Cave City yesterday announced he had closed a contract with Ilomer Collins to remove his brother's body. Recovery work to begin April 1 and is expected to take about two weeks.
Cedar Rapids march 14 the local federation of labor passed a resolution opposing the ware garnishee bill before the state legislature. It urges Linn County delegation to vote against it. The federation contends the bill mirrors past versions and constitutes class legislation by garnishing workers pay while exempting professional men.
The 20 year old treaty recognizing Cuban sovereignty over the Isle of Pines was ratified yesterday in Washington, marking a significant step in U S Cuban relations. The action confirms decades of disputed control and reshapes regional diplomacy.
London reports movement to start a British Empire Canned Goods Week to advertise and sell Empire canned foods. Godfrey Cheeseman, general secretary of the National Union of Manufacturery, urges eating more fruit while noting the campaign should not force Empire-produced fruit.
The article identifies Rotorua in New Zealand as the world’s second most important geyser region after Yellowstone National Park, underscoring its global significance for geothermal activity.
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