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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1911
Page
3
A collage of light anecdotes and jokes from periodicals recounts dogs' quirks, a southern uncle's laziness, social banter among soldiers, a judge’s courtroom humor, a senator’s war-time boast, a teacher and student moment, and a streetcar pickpocket's taunting note, preserving the era's genteel wit.
A European column notes Germans resenting Americans who patronize transatlantic routes yet overlook Germany. It discusses coronation plans, King Peter of Serbia, East Africa lake concessions, fashion notes on jewelry and ankle ornaments, and the push toward British telephone nationalization.
A fox deceives Mrs Crow by flattering her vanity, promising fame but plans to steal cheese. The crow finally speaks, revealing the ruse, while the fox woos praise and meets a lesson about listening before acting. The old fable teaches prudence and warns against flattery.
Debate on extending conscription to women emerges as advocates call for service upon reaching adulthood. Proposals require women to work a year in the state bureau of army and law administration to prove civic duty and national service.
A home remedy advertises Hyomei inhalation using a teasp oon of Tivomei in boiling water to clear mucus and end cold symptoms. Lemmon's Pharmacy promotes Hyomei for throat cough and bronchitis with a money back guarantee. A complete outfit costs 50 cents to a dollar.
A promotional medical notice claims real dangers in swamps and marshes include malaria and typhoid, and promotes Electric Bitters as a cure. It quotes Wil. Fretwell of Lucama NC saying three bottles cleared malaria from his system and brought lasting health. Available for 50 cents at Lemmon's Pharmacy.
The lesson centers on Israel as God’s vineyard, yielding only wild grapes. It cites Isaiah and Jeremiah to contrast judgment with the call to repentance, urging believers to abide in Christ the true vine and bear fruit through the Spirit.
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