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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1923
Page
4
The paper credits the Associated Press as exclusive distributor of news dispatches and reserves all rights of republication for both national and local dispatches published herein.
Daily devotional note quotes Isaiah 40 8 about God's word enduring forever. brief reflection anchors faith in scripture as constant amid change.
Methodist ministers and Covenant M E Church members passed votes of confidence in Northwestern University President Walter Dill Beott and his faculty. Evanston residents condemn biased publicity around the Mount case and praise the university’s cooperation while denying concealment of facts. A minister’s sermon urged fairness as public scrutiny continues.
A reflective critique questions why pie prices rise with sugar costs for all to see. The piece notes a crowd including youths and a tendency to follow a cult or figures with lax rules, hinting at broader social tensions and inflation.
A humorous verse recounts a villager accused of stealing a dog’s price but with a strong alibi. The narrator was at a spelling bee while preachers and deacons back his innocence, praising moral gatherings as a safeguard against crime.
The text argues that suspicions of fatal hazing incidents fuel public anger toward hazing in schools. It notes parents fear for their children and that public pressure could curb hazing. The Journal suggests students themselves are phasing out hazing as folly becomes clear.
Theodore Roosevelt argues that nations must balance patriotism with global empathy. He compares nationalism to love of family and internationalism to care for neighbors, asserting a truly helpful internationalist is devoted to own country yet considerate of others.
The London Daily Telegraph notes Democrats back a dry plank in 1924 while Conservative and Independent Labor views clash over prohibition. The Manchester Daily Dispatch calls prohibition a sweeping advance, contrasting with U S figures cited by Governor Pinchot praising dry trends.
A brief note traces the first stage coach to England in the late sixteenth century and records United States routes beginning with New York to Boston in 1782 and New York to Philadelphia in 1786.
Dear Editor I hear community pride in the James H Young and Jenkins gifts but wonder when work begins on the Y M C A project The writer notes subscriptions exceeded requests yet asks for a clear status update and warns delaying the building may endanger boys and deny them access to facilities The piece argues against waiting for cheaper future construction and urges immediate progress for Washington youth.
A vivid botanical description likens short horse-tails to a grove of evergreen firs. It notes clumped growth, radiating circular segments around a joluted stem, and a brown beauty spot above each circle, seen as nature’s decorative touch.
The text traces ancient courts in Athens dated 1507 B C and Moses dated 1491 B C. It notes that courts were common in Europe and that the United States Supreme Court was founded in 1789 with one chief justice and five associates.
N L Long confirms J P Thomas report of May 21 1883 snow storm. He recalls two foot drifts along hedge fences near Swedesburg and farmers plowing to the drift edge. Other items note a horse sale with two faults and a quip about wait for luck. A wife jokes about pink ribbons and a wide garage door.
A playful note captures a birthday scene where a heavy cake contrasts with bright candles. The moment centers on a celebratory gathering with friends and family sharing cake, laughter, and warm wishes as the candles glow.
If employees cannot smile, close for an afternoon and take them to a Harold Lloyd film. Start the fashion by smiling yourself and prevent a hard atmosphere. A grim face repels customers while a cheerful welcome invites them in.
The text outlines strict, patriotic guidelines for flag handling during ceremonies. It bans sewing the flag into furniture or using it as costumes, designs, or hunting decor, forbids contact with dust or ground, and prohibits draping it under seats or tables. It allows only a Bible to rest on it and mandates proper posture during the Star Spangled Banner.
A fragmentary quotation laments criticism and quitting, suggesting a harsh outlook on public or personal judgment. The lines hint at a rough sentiment about resilience and a warning about deteriorating prospects. No clear individuals, places, or events are identifiable in the readable text.
Eastbound and westbound schedules listed for arrival and departure times. Includes Golden State Express No 4 and No 3 limits, Lo Pass and Local trains, freight and passenger services. Notes daily operations with Sundays exceptions and agent attribution to H W Russell at the C M and Mt P sees office.
An exchanged scene shows a slave agent at a doorway being saluted while a speaker introduces a valuable literary work. Gap Johnson of Rumpus Ridge questions the title and what it could be used for. A blurred escape follows as a man crosses a busy street, nearly colliding with a truckmobile, and a warden corrects a restrained figure in a straight jacket.
A fragmented note suggests a household issue where overdue bills lead to phone ringing and potential attention from creditors. The brief hints at financial strain and the social irritant of persistent calls, but lacks concrete names or places.
Dear Editor the By the Way column recalls a carnival evening with a lively band led by a bass hornist whose playing impressed the writer He joked about the artist trembling when singing deep notes and noted Elliot Grayson’s nerves during an airplane ride after seeing a minstrel show’s dance act The writer signs off with a partial sighting description
Regular meetings listed for Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M and Cyrus Chapter No. 18 R A M. Zeredatha Council No. 21 R and S M meets first Tuesday. Bethlehem Commandery No. 45 K T holds third Friday. Washington Chapter No. 08 OES meets second Thursday. Damascus Shrine No. 10 W S of 3 meets last Thursday. Amos Chapter De Molay meets first and third Mondays. Visiting members welcome.
The American Legion members are praised for staging a well run carnival amid bad weather. Splinters notes the event proceeded smoothly and the Legion volunteers earned commendation for their effort.
The Fox Theatre presents the motion picture version of Peter B. Kyne’s The Pride of Palomar, a Cosmopolitan production for Paramount. Directed by Frank Borzage, the cast features Forrest Stanley and Marjorie Daw in a California sensational drama likely to draw large crowds.
Speakers of the Iowa Anti-Saloon League plan a June 1 start on a state tour visiting every county by December. State superintendent R N Holsaple announced the itinerary covering counties in each month from June through December across multiple regions of Iowa.
Forest streams are usually suitable for trout, but fires deposit ash that raises alkalinity and destroys fish life. The altered water chemistry disrupts habitat and can lead to declines in trout populations.
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