Bible Thought for Today Thursday May 24 1928
Present recompense note appears in the daily Bible Thought for Today for Thursday May 24 1928. The brief item hints at rewards or consequences in the present life as part of a devotional message.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1928
Page
4
Present recompense note appears in the daily Bible Thought for Today for Thursday May 24 1928. The brief item hints at rewards or consequences in the present life as part of a devotional message.
A civic exhortation urges residents to vote on Monday June 4, stressing the importance of selecting capable public officials and participating in local issues like Iona's road problem. It argues that indifference harms democracy and that every citizen should cast a ballot to help choose responsible leaders.
Foreign correspondents describe famine in Shantung intensified by war. Sixty percent of locals fled to Manchuria, thirty percent sick from indigestible substitutes, villages selling houses for food, and girls sold for five dollars. Outside relief is urged as no organized effort exists despite bumper crops elsewhere.
Daily Lessons in English by W. L. Gordon presents untutored as having no instruction or training. It contrasts correct usage with common mispronunciations and misusages while urging readers to expand vocabulary by mastering one word daily.
Aid groups have issued an appeal for ten million dollars to cover the most pressing relief needs. The statement also condemns Chinese generals and politicians for depredations and exactions, arguing their actions have pushed much of China toward ruin before any ruling settlement is achieved.
A fragmentary verse scene shows lovers in moonlit dance and a troubled mood. He recalls her, asks why she passed by, and hints at a dark act with a dog as a provocative incident. The tone shifts to distraction as they move to golf and a monologue.
An editorial argues the seriousness of women’s rights versus traditional male courtesy. It notes women’s independence in work and life, from lumber to flying, earning education and a home, and questions whether women should share life’s hardships with men while maintaining equal status. It cites Alice Bell’s viewpoint in an editorial class.
A health column argues weight follows intake not punishment. It says cutting calories in one area won’t fix weight and that gradual adjustments without hunger are possible. The piece also weaves in assorted humorous exchanges and anecdotes about meals, uniforms, and daily life.
A collage of light humor and quips from Dayton Grove texts featuring jokes about laundry, bread making mishaps, shopping, photography, manners, and a magistrate quip. It captures small town humor and daily life scenes with playful exchanges and moral jests.
Political notices announce George F. Morrison running for County Attorney pending Republican voters in June primaries. J. T. Matthew seeks a second term as County Auditor, also subject to June primary voters.
Charles M. Denison declares candidacy for sheriff subject to Republican voters at the June 4 primary. The notice lists a campaign fund amount of $4110.
A fragment notes the line The rose is red The violet blue and mentions another note on your car is due. The brief hints at a poetic exchange or lyric-like line without further context.
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