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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
4
A columnist argues Congress mirrors the average American, with representation shaped by district profiles. The piece contends the public has shifted toward common sense, peace, and acceptance of realities over idealism, urging Congress to heed popular demand and reflect emerging views.
A weather ravaged agriculture piece depicts farms drenched by rain and snow, crippling plowing and bean sewing. Farmers moan while a chorus of tradespeople, from banker to undertaker, faces grim prospects as spring nears. The poem laments hardship, misfortune, and cosmic frustration for peasants enduring drought and flood.
Reports from London describe French officials urging calm amid the crisis as they recount fresh German pressure and a fresh French army ready to join battle. Field Marshal Haig issues an urgent order urging steadfast effort to prevent German advances and defend the front.
Crawfordsville township resident W G Robertson has declared his bid for Washington county state representative, aiming to reflect district sentiment and serve the people. Former United Presbyterian minister now farmer, he is backed by loyal supporters who urge his qualifications and dedication to public interests.
Political announcement from Harry McCall stating candidacy for the county treasurer position and seeking the favor of Republican voters in Washington County at the June primaries.
The notice announces AL COCKLIN as a candidate for the board of supervisors for the term starting January 1, 1919, seeking the June primary and the will of Republican voters in Washington.
The candidate announces re election bid for the County Board of Supervisors for the 1919 term. He states the race will be decided by Republican voters at the June primaries.
A candidate will run for the unexpired term of Mrs Stevens on the Washington County Board of Supervisors. The bid is subject to the will of Republican voters in the county. Support from William C. Hotle is noted.
A candidate for representative on the Republican ticket in the June primaries seeks voter support in the twenty-third district. Hugh H J McCleery is the individual named as the prospective nominee.
Voletical announces 1 will run for Washington Henry county district state senate seat. Nomination subject to Republican voters at June primaries. Zleod tf 0 H Dunlap.
The World Onat report says Mohammedanism is the aggressive religion in India with rising membership over the past decade while the general population grew 2 percent. It notes more native Indians join Islam yearly than Christianity, though Christianity shows a 25 percent growth in ten years.
A WWI memoir excerpt recounts Albert Lloyd a London coward who avoids enlistment then enlists after conscription. He endures training at Aldershot Rouen and a rough road to the front, facing fear, stigma, and the brutal march toward France.
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