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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1928
Page
4
A quirky poem about a speckled hen and a Maltese cat ends with a feather and fur as neighbors appear to share space. The rest of the page compiles biting quotations on liquor, politics, and urban change from Jefferson, Hale, and Coolidge era commentators.
City officials announce planned upgrades to sewage and waste water facilities to meet growing demand. Improvements will enhance public health and service, with costs justified by long term gains. Work this summer alongside road projects and a new nurses' home will boost local activity.
Bible circulation in 1927 reached 10,034,797 copies across 166 languages and dialects. The American Bible Society reports unprecedented appeal, with translations and new editions underway in Africa Central America and the Belgian Congo. The piece notes two main drives of demand: devout readers and those admiring literary quality, maintaining focus on life’s serious concerns amid the Jazz Age.
Oliver Goldsmith muses that every town with pubs mirrors its misery. He argues ale-houses fuel debauchery and excess and warns that suppressing them would serve the public good, whether viewed politically or religiously.
Daily Lessons in English presents the word UNRESTRICTED meaning not confined nor limited. An example notes the child had unrestricted privileges, illustrating freedom from limits and controls in use.
Johny Timmerman muses on the dandelion’s merit near the library. He praises its beauty in spring and suggests people rare the weed to curb scandal. He argues dandelions deserve more respect and even have other uses.
A collage of jokes, verse, and notices weave through a Cleveland Plain Dealer page. Ted Robinson teases about knees in various styles while satirical bits mock fashion, marriage, and speeders. Political candidacies and local notices mix with quips about illiteracy and a 1926 gasoline figure.
The E O W club meets May 16 at 7 00 PM at Mrs Laura Graham 7513. Delphian society meets May 15 30 PM at the Library. The Wellston Social club gathers May 17 with Mrs Rebecca Southerland. The Kolah club meets with Mrs Clayde Knapp May 15. The Rural Women's Club meets May 17 with Mrs Elmer Cherry. Citizenship lessons, 35 cents for materials. Regular K of C meeting May 17.
A compact collage of poems and quips reflecting on youth and aging. Alfred Kreymborg muses that youth guides truth and growth, while lighter lines joke about thrift, fashion, and social life. The piece blends verse with humorous clippings from periodical humor notes.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the U P church in West Chester will hold a meeting at the church on Thursday afternoon.
All ladies of the community invited. Members please come prepared to pay dues. Committée Mrs Delt Skinner Mrs Edith Munro.
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