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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1918
Page
4
The piece analyzes Russia's rapid moves toward prohibition, republican government, and extreme democracy socialism, noting the dangers of rapid reform. It cautions Americans to avoid overmilitarization and to balance progress with prudence, echoing Josh Billings on slow steady advancement.
A poem by Walt Mas extols rain as a blessing that steadies fields and purifies air. It counters gloom with cheerful images of a roaring fire and a lyre played indoors. The piece argues against fretful thoughts over postponed picnics and wet roads, urging contentment with weather’s steadying force.
T A Michels declares candidacy for county attorney on the Republican ticket in the June primary, subject to the will of Washington county Republican voters.
Harry McCall announces his candidacy for the office of county treasurer subject to the will of Republican voters in the June primaries. He asks for the favorable consideration of Washington county voters.
George F. Morrison states intent to run for re election as county attorney subject to Republican voters will at the June primaries. He frames the bid as honoring the party’s support and protecting local legal administration.
J L Brooktiart declares candidacy on the Republican ticket for state senate in the upcoming June primary. He states the race is subject to the will of voters in the tenth senatorial district and seeks support from local voters.
W H Butterfield announces candidacy for county attorney in the June primaries seeking Republican voter backing and support from friends. He notes the race will be decided by the party voters.
The document lists estimated global adherents across major faiths. Christianity totals about 569 million with 270 million Roman Catholics and 170 million Protestants. Confucians and Taoists near 400 million. Hinduism 210 million. Islam 220 million. Buddhism 140 million. Jewish followers about 12 million.
A wartime plea urges Americans to grow food at home to feed troops and boost morale. The appeal stresses cash financing for ships and rifles but emphasizes that nourishment builds warriors, calling on households to plant, hoe, and garden as a civic duty. It asks readers to write the final War Garden Commission for Washington for a free manual.
Don Esteban Varona a Cuban planter keeps a hidden treasure in a well guarded by Sebastian a slave. After a series of gambles murders and betrayals Donna Isabel schemes for wealth leading to deaths and a perilous escape for Esteban Rosa and others. Esteban aides the Insurrectos while Rosa awaits a marriage to Don Mario as Parthenon unfold.
Johnnie O'Reilly arrives in New York cold and frightened after Cuba reports. He meets Carter who hides his concern behind bravado as O'Reilly reveals Cuba’s revolt, and their uneasy bargain hinges on his success. He writes love letters to Rosa Varona while waiting for a reply, hopeful for marriage yet anxious about the stalled communication.
Samuel Carter confronts Elsa's insistence on an immediate marriage. He warns O'Reilly of the risks while admitting Elsa's determination to have what she wants. A revelation erupts when O'Reilly learns Pisa loves another man, leaving Carter astonished at the upheaval in his family plans.
A letter reveals Esteban and another refugee living in the manigua with Asensio and Evangelina, once enslaved by the narrator’s father. They describe extreme poverty and isolation, praising their few friends who offered shelter during homelessness.
A concise reflection argues that a true republic avoids both archy and tyranny, embracing balanced governance and liberty. The piece emphasizes caution against centralized power while defending civic virtue and participatory rule.
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