We Are Thrown Directly Into Postwar Responsibility
The piece argues the United States must accept a leadership role for world peace after World War I. It warns Britain and Japan will gain vast territorial power while the U S benefits from idealism, urging a lasting alliance with England or a strong military buildup to deter future aggression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
England
France
Italy
Japan
Armenia
Spain
Pacific
League of Nations
Germany
China
Rippling Rhymes Ts Thief Finds Lonely Streets After Borrowing
A speaker recalls stealing from friends and neighbors across huts, mansions, and shops, leaving nothing but scorn. The narrator lists borrowed items from Thompson, Jackson, Thiram Bostwick, and others, now wanders with no aid as townsfolk offer little sympathy.
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Thompson
Jackson
Thiram Bostwick
Watson
Wilson
Simpson
Eckdall
Rainbow Boys Speak of War Experience Quietly
The Rainbow boys describe their time in the fight as a great experience and feel fine after returning home. They answer direct questions with reticence, offering little detail about their individual roles, which the narrator argues is the ultimate sign of heroism.
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Sphinx
Expensive Either Wey and Moral Parallels in Public Debate
A clipped comment contrasts the worn workers with worn trousers and notes a shared cost of about fifteen dollars. The piece suggests complaints about the YMCA are fading and may have been exaggerated. It also hints President Wilson has many topics to discuss upon his return.
Advertising Club of Washington to spearhead city campaign
The piece notes a need for a spring advertising push in Washington to improve the city’s image as The Cleanest City In Iowa. It states the Hotel Company is active but the permanent Directors, elected last night, bear the main responsibility for guiding funds and ensuring prudent spending to satisfy contributors.
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Washington
Iowa
Air Mail Service Between Chicago and Cleveland Noted
The Newton News notes air mail service has been established between Chicago and Cleveland and that Burleson has kept the mail service airborne for several months.
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Chicago
Cleveland
Burleson
Newton News
Appeal to violence in labor is a confession of failure
The Cedar Rapids Gazette states that appealing to violence in the name of labor proves failure and shows those who do so do not represent or gain support from the labor majority. The masses, who hold power, are not convinced of the cause's justice.
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Cedar Rapids
World To Live In review praises brisk drama and Brady charm
A cinema critique notes a snappy story at Fox Theatre with Alice Brady delivering a lively performance. The reviewer likens the film to Ida Evans and Fannie Hurst style writing, praises Brady’s vocal and facial presence, and comments on the makeup and acting turns by William Carlton and Earle Metcalf in a tale of romance and deception.
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Fox
Mae Tinee
Alice
Brady
Alice Brady
Virginia Hammond Shines In Delicate Stage Character
The review praises Virginia Hammond for portraying a delicate saddened girl in a crowd-pleasing play. It notes unsung atmosphere contributors and items that elevated the scene to a more likeable, sympathetic character.
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Virginia Hammond
Questions on The Jungle Trail cast and Farnum salary
Inquiries discuss Sara Alexandra as the old mother in The Jungle Trail and note that William Fox announced Farnum's salary at 780000 per year, 15000 weekly, or 2500 daily for six days a week. The letters mention Anna Lehr and G Raymond Nyre appearing in both For Freedom and The Jungle Trail, while Fannie Ward is linked to The Cry Of The Weak.
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Sara Alexandra
Anna Lehr
G. Raymond Nyre
William Farnum
Fannie Ward
Borrowed Smiles Exercise and Refreshment Sign
A Boston Transcript item notes a sign outside a New York venue offering "Cup of Coffee and a Roll" for 15 cents. The article frames the scene as an outside thinker remark about two sides to every question, contrasting casual refreshment with social commentary.
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New York
Boston Transcript
Absentee Stock Backers Weigh Hotel Site Vote
The article notes missing strong supporters from the stock list while urging late entries before the site question is voted on. It suggests that even one or two shares could carry significant influence in shaping the outcome.
The Higher Hope Exchange
The son of the family returns home from college and tells his father he hopes to know more than his parent when older. The father replies he hopes that when the son is that age he will know as much as he thinks he does now.
Boy Comes In Sunday Clothes On Weekdays
Mary Jane smiles at William's visit yet frowns at his best clothes worn on a weekday. She asks why William wears Sunday clothes during the week, noting the contrast between his attire and the day.
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Mary Jane
Wiliam
William
Acid Stomach Solution Promises Quick Relief
A column ad promotes KATONIC as a cure for acid stomach and related ailments. It claims indigestion causes numerous health issues and promises fast relief, energy restoration, and overall health gains. The ad urges readers to ask their druggist for EATONIC with a guaranteed refund offer.
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Rey
Katonic
Eatonic
Mystery Explanations From Old Papers
Quotation fragments from the Washington Star and New York Tribune quote lawmakers and public figures on patriotism and belief in bones knitting. The exchange highlights views on political discourse and national sentiment.
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Secretary of the Treasury
McAdoo
New York Tribune
Train schedule notice for Washington 1918
Corrected to December 8 1918 agency listing trains from Washington with arrivals and departures for passenger and freight services. Notable changes include No 92 annulled on Tuesdays and Thursdays and multiple daily services with special freight runs and Sunday exceptions.
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Oo. B&q
Washington
H. W. Russel
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Mutual
Abe Martin
Gum Beasley
Tallus
Hippopotus
Sioux City Journal
Perry
Burleson's Air Service
William Carlton
Papa
Earle Metcalf
Zilla Shannon
Mary Pickford
National Biscenti
Stubby
Rome
Kbeeghall
Winifred i
National Biscuit
Bobby
Doras
Katie
Reid
Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Esks & P
Bhaigts Lecast
Noa
Vvunu
Nedaw
Washington Lodge
A. F
A. M
L. D. Langworthy
W. M. Glenn EB. Mace
Cyrus Chapter
H. P. J. W. Morton
Bethlehem Commandery
K. T
J. D. Glasgow
J. W. Morton
O. EB. S
R l. Walker
W. M
Rose Reid
O. F.—Covenant Lodge No. 101
O. F. Hall
Iowa Ave
Carl B. Schneider
Noble Grand
Keller
Physicians and Surgeons
A. John Droz
F. & M. Bldg
Irvin Ff
Huston
Southwest Corner Square
Lemley
Washington, IA
Office
8. H. Bateman
Blair
C. E. Stutsman
Chiropractores
M. H
Sartor
Mra
Sartor Chiropractors
Klein Nepean
Red
Washington, Towa
J. J. Foley
F. & M. Bank
J. D. Dayton
Westchester, Iowa
Sc County
Austin Sutherland
T. A. Michels
Temple Building
Washington, Iowa
Black
Cc. J. Wilson
CO. C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson
Opposite Journal
Morrison & Morrison
Bricher, Livingston & Eicher: Law
Abstract Department
W. M. Keeley
W. H. Butterfield
Crafl'’s
Arthur Goodin Kimbalmer
West Side Square
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