This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1920
Page
4
A reflective piece argues that a universal law, the three generations from shirt sleeves to shirt sleeves, drives waste and thrift, shaping individual lives and nations. It contrasts France near decline with Germany’s rising strength, urging frugality, population growth, and avoidance of waste to avert civilization’s decline.
The husband’s delayed call triggers a last-ditch plea as the couple jokes about leaving due to a gasoline shortage. Tell Binkley comments reflect the era’s humor about travel and resource scarcities during a difficult time.
A nostalgic poem contrasts past thrift with present excess. It recalls earning a shilling through work, saving earnestly, and celebrating holidays with restraint, then laments modern ease and wasteful spending that foresees a looming panic. The speaker cites Christmas weekly, Fourth of July splurges, and a carefree life leading to financial bust.
The speaker warns that excessive exploitation of nature invites retaliation as ancient megafauna vanished after overreaching. If humans greedily take more than their share, nature will eradicate us and pass us to other realms. The piece frames civilization as perpetually at risk under this inexorable law.
A rainy day delays farming in Washington with farmers absent from the streets. The weather keeps up as corn planting has just begun, forcing farmers to pause field work and endure another setback in this crucial season.
A cautionary note warns against lighting a match to test a possible gas odor in the home. The Des Moines Register advises residents to avoid ignition and seek proper ignition-free gas safety steps.
A Sacramento area note warns of a looming rainy spell in America with forecasts of a great shortage of umbrellas raincoats and rubbers according to the Sac City Bulletin.
The Burlington Hawkeye notes that under a Republican administration the government payroll must tighten. It argues the era of high living should not continue the past three years and urges restraint in spending.
An observation hints at an imminent sharp turn for the world, suggesting a notable shift or event may arise soon. The speaker frames the moment as consequential, signaling anticipation of changes that could affect global dynamics.
A Muscatine Journal quips on civilization declining as the line between order and chaos blurs with a satirical nod to Gabriel’s horn signaling the end. The excerpt reflects a wry newspaper voice warning of societal drift.
Chicago Tribune reports Dean Charles R. Brown of Yale urges guiding the fighting instinct toward righteous ends. He challenges meek church and state dogma, lauds two-fisted valor, and calls for teaching that strengthens manhood across church, state, and individual life.
A collection of quotable lines from diverse figures. Upshaw praises practicality, Rockefeller questions gasoline prices, Vaughan notes changing dress, Crane on breaking rules, Croker and others offer pointed opinions on politics, law, and manners.
Mrs. Neli ae Peck of Kansas City says her young son never had a well day until starting Tanlac and declares she can never repay the debt of gratitude she owes the medicine.
Mrs Nellie Peck of Kansas City says Tanlac transformed her fourteen year old son Curtis from weakness and poor digestion to health and appetite. She reports her own stomach trouble and dizziness relieved after starting Tanlac, praising it as a blessing and expressing lasting gratitude. Tanlac is sold in Washington by Sherman Bros and by leading druggists.
In the District Court of Washington County Iowa Nettie Statler and Henry Warren Statler sue Margaret Simpson Nancy Campbell Thomas Campbell and others for adverse claims to the southwest quarter of the northeast quarter of section 16 township75 north range9 west St P M Defendants and unknown claimants are notified that plaintiffs petition seeks the absolute ownership in fee simple and to remove invalid claims due to errors and omissions in the record title with the petition praying for title relief.
Railway timetable notes corrected to May 19 1919 listing Bartbound No 12 Express No 30 Local Pass No 60 Local Pass No 8 8 Local Frt and more. Washington Branch locals Nos 450 439 836 429 449 836 freight and passenger service with daily or Sunday exceptions. C M ST P Westbound and Calvert agent details indicate schedule adjustments and service notes for stock extras and annulling No 92 on certain days.
Regular meetings scheduled for Washington Lodge No 26 and Cyrus Chapter No 13. Bethlehem Commandery No 45 and Washington Chapter No 98 hold monthly gatherings, with officers named. Damascus Shrine No 10 W S of J meets on the last Thursday at Moose Hall. visiting fraters welcome.
Covenant Lodge No 101 meets every Tuesday at 7 30 in the IOOF hall on N Iowa Ave. A cordial invitation is extended to visiting members to meet with us. M D Lee noble grand R S Keller is noted.
In fee simple to the real estate described the plaintiffs seek to quiet and confirm title and bar all defendants and unknown claimants from any adverse rights. The notice directs defendants to appear before noon on the second day of the next term beginning September 6, 1920, at the Washington County Iowa court house, or face default and judgment. Attorneys for plaintiffs are Eicher, Livingston & Ficher. M12-19-26,32.
Plaintiff Earl Ff Edmondson seeks to quiet and confirm in fee simple ownership of the north half of the southeast quarter of section 21 township 75 north range seven west of the Fifth Principal Meridian. Defendants include numerous Coulter and Dill heirs and unknown claimants alleging adverse claims but the plaintiff asserts these claims are invalid. The case caption notes a term beginning September 6 1920 with default and judgment possible if not answered. Attorneys Eicher Livingston Eicher represent the plaintiff.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.