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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1926
Page
4
A wry mix of verses and sayings accompanies light humor and reader contributions. Bits include a matrimonial ad line about a half dozen eyes for ham, a declaration that the happiest people are those who amount to little, and quips from readers about golf tourney strokes priced at one cent per stroke.
A young woman directs gardeners at the Administration Building of the Sesqui Centennial International Exposition Association placing trees and shrubs to enhance the 150th anniversary celebration of the Declaration of Independence. She helps craft a welcoming, festive exterior for the big event.
The entry reflects on a Bible verse about deceit within a household. It cites Genesis 39 verses 16 through 19, noting a Hebrew servant and the wife’s accusations. The tone offers a concise daily meditation for May 25, 1926.
A discussion urged voters to back a June 7 plan to cover over 120 miles of primary and county roads in the county. The proposal, backed by a cross‑section committee, would require a small personal tax to extend road access beyond the state program.
The reader is reminded to use proper subject verb agreement and pronunciation. It highlights misuses of don't in third person singular and illustrates the word graphic with a vividly described disaster.
The phrase reflects frustration that the situation leaves many individuals stranded and struggling. It points to hardship and ongoing difficulty for workers or communities affected by the conditions described.
Asher F Pay, former city resident, writes about the deaths of William McClelland and A S Bailey. He notes their shared Washington origins, apprenticeships in the Press office under A R Wickersham, and his own status as the last surviving member of the original Press office force along with John Sturgis. Bailey died at 91 in Galesburg Illinois and Pay asks for a copy of any Journal reference.
Mrs. C. N. Dodder and children express gratitude to friends for kindness shown during their bereavement.
We thank friends for hearty assistance at the time of our husband and father’s death. Signed by Mrs. J. P. Ryan and Family.
A poetic meditation on natural measurements compares a woman's waist to a man's arm, noting averages of 36 inches and 86 inches while praising nature’s wisdom in a classical tone.
A brief sociocultural observation contrasts the modern youth with past generations noting increased expectations. The piece suggests youth pursue greater rewards beyond simple allowances. It frames a shift in attitudes toward money, independence, and opportunity.
Madge Bellamy and director Lee emphasize Havoc offers wider battle depictions than stage plays. Veterans from British and Canadian armies star in the production, promising a sensational war picture with authentic trenches and action.
May 23 reports show Miss Louisa Wombacker and Mrs. West from Washington visiting Geo Ferguson on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Will Embree spent weekend in Cedar Rapids while the Ferguson family enjoyed Des Moines. Farmers near completion of corn planting. community mourns death of Mrs. Lewis McFarland. Wilma Anderson and Mildred Leet were seen with local residents.
A brisk By-the-Way column blends humor notes about heat, a bashful baby naming anecdote, mock dialogs with a doctor and jeweler, a reservation powwow yarn, and light verse about Yvonne. It threads playful vignettes, jokes, and local observations in a breezy 1920s style.
Poetic journal fragment laments an ending and shared sorrow between the speaker and May. The speaker anticipates resuming writing with May, referencing a column titled By-The-Way and signing with BoT Boone.
Fragment from a Passing Show note: the editress declines the poem and mentions an address. The exchange hints at a content decision and the request to avoid distributing address details.
A fragment notes that French wives must yield to their husbands in varying proportions depending on the marriage law they chose. The text presents a legalistic view of matrimonial rights as defined by different legal frameworks.
The text defines fear as a natural driver of human conduct that protects from danger and governs action. It argues against eradicating fear and urges training that ensures fear remains protective rather than a curse in child development.
Columbia College Dubuque Iowa offers a four year Bachelor of Arts and pre professional courses in medicine law dentistry engineering and commerce with NCAC membership Catalogs available. Wentworth Military Academy Lancaster County Missouri lists junior senior high school grades 47 to 12 and a two year junior college with R O T C and athletics facilities including a large gym swimming pool and 50 acres Catalog Col Sellers Supt Box C P Lexington Missouri.
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