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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1919
Page
4
Petitions circulate across Iowa to repeal the Daylight Saving law with farmers signing easily. Reports say Debs’ presidential bid is unlikely in 1920. Nonlocal travelers report Washington roads are fair until two miles from the city where mud and deep ruts hinder travel, needing a grader to restore a smooth surface.
A clipped item notes Der Tag panels the sun setting on Germany as the Lusitania sinks, referenced by the Marshalltown Times Republican in a brief historical line.
A short quip from the Sioux City Journal notes that even a minor absence by the groom can disrupt wedding plans.
A Marshalltown Times-Republican item notes that if the ex-kaiser can chop wood he could use a saw and hammer on damaged Belgian buildings his gang destroyed. The remark frames a hypothetical act of reconstruction in Belgium.
The Mason City Globe-Democrat notes that some people still living in luxurious homes refused to contribute to the liberty loan, despite soldiers risking their lives to protect their country.
American Expeditionary Force runners plan a six hour dash from Chateau Thierry to Paris aiming to beat the German record set by Hindenburg and Ludendorff. The event is framed as a bold wartime athletic challenge.
The wise elder cautions that a man who sells a gold brick often ends up being fooled by something more important. The tone suggests a folksy parable about trust and discernment in deals.
Rippling Rhymes T1 celebrates May as the best month with mild days and light, humorous contrasts. The speaker praises spring, early nights, and simple joys, contrasting May with future heat and discomfort. Mike and Pete are mentioned in a nostalgic dream sequence.
A distracted professor, now a book agent, tries to sell a dictionary to a lawyer who cannot speak English. In a domestic scene a young mistress, green waitress, and a flustered maid manage Sunday luncheon while the coffee machine misbehaves and lettuce remains unwashed. The maid admits oversight as soap is sought.
In Iowa the W C T U reports wartime works supporting soldiers and sailors with mothers at Fort Des Moines and Camp Dodge. Projects included library furnishing, hospital equipment, musical instruments, and a Christmas Edison instrument gift. They seek 50 000 to complete Iowa’s 232 500 quota for a national drive to fund prohibition Americanization and health programs.
Sean O'Ceallaigh the Irish delegate to the peace talks has urged American backing for the Irish cause. He has written multiple times to American officials asking for support and influence on the Uried house negotiations.
A brief want column snippet hints at available items and listings. It notes a playful tone with a possible household or personal ad vibe. The readable fragment suggests readers seek or offer unspecified goods or services.
In a Boston blizzard, Doris recalls a year-old engagement fracture as her lover Stanley Chalmers returns, revealed as brave but previously misjudged. A late-night burglary scare ends with rekindled trust and a warm reunion by the fire.
The latest photograph features Prince Umberto of Italy the king and queen’s only son and heir to the throne. The image highlights the young royal’s status and future role in the kingdom.
Eastbound trains No 13 Exapeess arrives 4:02 am departs 6:10 pm No 30 Lo Pass at 6:35 pm Ao 010 PRS scanscon No 88 Lo Frt 11:30 am Westbound No 11 Bapress 12:26 am No 49 Lo Pass 5:15 pm No 87 Lo Frt 2:30 pm No 689 Lo Prt 6 10:26 am Washington Branch Local Passenger No 4590 9:40 am No 430 6:30 pm No 836 Freight 6:25 pm No 429 Passenger 9:40 am No 449 Passenger 5:15 pm No 835 Freight 7:00 am Nos 835 836 88 89 and 429 430 450 daily except Sunday Local freight trains daily except Sunday separate services listed. H W RUSSEL Agent.
LODGES Washington Lodge No 26 A F P A M regular meeting first Friday monthly L O Langworthy W M Glenn EB Mace Secretary Cyrus Chapter No 18 R A M regular meeting second Friday monthly L D Langworthy H P J W Morton Secretary Bethlehem Commandery No 45 K T regular meeting third Friday monthly J D Glasgow E C J W Morton Recorder Washington Chapter No 08 O EB S regular meeting second Thursday monthly Mes RK H Walker W M Mrs Rose Reid Secretary Visiting fraters are welcome.
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