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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1923

Page

2

Chicago market report May 26 1923 hogs cattle sheep

Hogs estimated receipts 7 000 holdover 11 329. Cattle 500 sheep 11 000. Market mostly steady to ½ higher than Friday. Hog top 7.60. Desirable 110 160 lb pigs 6 50 6 45. Official yesterday totals receipts 26 796 shipments 6 637. Grain prices and vessels listed. Liverpool Wheat May unchanged July lower. Livestock outlook for Monday hogs 52 000 cattle 22 000 sheep 16 000.

Chicago

Maisie at Norris's Sparks Neal Hinton's Obsession

Neal Hinton becomes obsessed with Maisie a Norris's waitress who captivates him with her quiet smile and perfect style. When an encounter with a lanky companion triggers jealousy he confronts Maisie and learns she is twin with another sister and a wedding plans.

Norris Neal Hinton Maisie Neal Bessies Lili Maisies Theater Hin Malsie Norrie Maixie Massie Nant Daisie Jimmy

Language of Russia and its dialects

The language of Russia is Russian, a Slavic tongue with three main dialects: Little Russian in Ukraine, White Russian in western regions, and Great Russian in the rest of the country. It notes related Slavic languages like Polish Serbian Bulgarian and mentions regional usage.

Russia Ukraine

Ancient star lore passes through ages and lands

In ancient times star lore was handed down among nations as astronomy began its quest for truth. Symbols for the sun and moon, earth and planets persisted, found among relics of the Stone Age where even polished metal tools were absent.

Old idea improved on by sand sifter maker

A manufacturer of a successful electric sifter, used to separate sand and similar materials, has developed an enclosure based device for liquids. The machine is wholly enclosed except a half open top to prevent splashing and spillage.

Lawsuit Between Viscount Liste and Lord Berkeley Heirs

The dispute between the heir of Viscount Liste and the heirs of Lord Berkeley from the Edward IV era persisted until James I’s reign when a compromise was reached. The record notes a prolonged legal contention resolved in a later period.

Viscount Liste Lord Berkeley Edward IV James 1

Red Plague Reward Offered by Property Federation

A fragmented notice promises a $500 reward for arrest and conviction of any incendiary in Arrociyd Towne under section 3 of the Articles of Association. The appeal targets fire tax payers and property owners, urging broad citizen contribution and denouncing insurer involvement.

Property Owners Federation Fee

Ship of dreams and a love triangle in 1912 tale

Hod Ravel loves Beryl who plans a future with Verne Acton while she experiments with romance. Ted faces jealousy as Beryl accepts Verne's proposal, then learns of his own uncertain feelings and a ruined engagement ring incident tests their loyalties.

Ravel Ste Jim Yong Ted Beryl Verne

Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Washington Resident

A Washington reader Mrs Barnceat Gareett reports kidney pain and backache after a kidney attack. She credits Doan's Kidney Pills with strengthening her back and stopping further trouble. The notice urged readers to try the same remedy for relief.

Dean Weshington Peple Barnceat Gareett Ninth Ave Wash Dan Doup Doan Mre Garrett Foster Wilburn Cn Mirs Dataio

Engagement Ring Confession Sparks Happy Reunion

A lovers’ scene unfolds as Ted and Verne inch toward commitment after Fritz delivers truth by phone. Verne bursts into a kiss and admits she always knew Ted was the one, persuading him to trust their future together despite earlier doubts.

Queen Elizabeth on Circumstances and Knowledge

A fragmentary quotation reflects on human agency over fate and the power of learning. It emphasizes that circumstances are shaped by people and that knowledge strengthens memory and wisdom. The text presents a teaching voice attributed to Queen Elizabeth.

Queen Elizabeth

Substitute for Putty Made from Flour Mixture

A substitute for putty can be prepared using flour blended to the proper consistency. The recipe suggests mixing ingredients until a smooth, workable paste forms suitable for sealing or filling gaps.

Spontaneous Worship and the Soul in Nature

Quote by Goethe on spontaneous worship arising when Nature speaks to the soul and the soul responds, without imagery, in a direct, intimate encounter with the divine within.

Goethe

Refrigeration's Role in Mining Advances

A Youth's Companion note explains refrigeration as a modern science aiding mining by freezing surrounding earth to oppose water inflow in porous formations and by providing cool air to reach deep shaft depths. The summary highlights two key uses and the broader impact on mining.

Qualities of the Great in Rousseau's View

A brief meditation on noble character. It notes that true leaders recognize their own limits as they grow wiser. The passage asserts humility accompanies strength and that superiority should inspire self awareness rather than arrogance.

Rousseau

Principles Above All Triumph Quote

A quotation attributed to Emerson emphasizes that true peace comes only from oneself and the triumph of principles. The line frames personal virtue as the ultimate source of inner calm.

Emerson

Pigeons and Beef Hidden in Brief Market Note

A terse market snippet notes pigeons and beef hides priced per pound and pound-related quantities. The line suggests per unit pricing without larger context or supplier details.

Crops Always Valuable

An editorial extols crops as a constant value, noting seeds of knowledge as hardy and plantable monthly. It argues diligent cultivation yields profitable results across the year.

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Daily Market Reports Beach-Wickham Grain Co Burlington Iowa Liverpool Ethel M. Hall McClure Newspaper Syndicate Ter Luust Astronomy Ship of Dreams Acton Himself Fritz the Ddéer Fycee Washington Mutual R. L. Gibson W. S. Reister & Sons East Thin St Creamery East Washington St Udhinajenglee Milt Dennison A. Canning D. F. Macon
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