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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1921
Page
4
A verse on leaving wealth behind as life ends. The speaker ridicules stingy, tightfisted folks who hoard coin and leave it to heirs while lamenting the dooms of those who miss true joy. The poem contrasts splurges of heirs with the quiet count of a final journey. It muses on charity, mortality, and the futility of amassing fortune.
A speaker questions cattle breeders about improving human character over livestock. The poem contrasts nobles of horse and herd with moral breeding, asking how the breeders’ values extend to the children and future of the nation. It challenges valuing pedigree in people as highly as in cattle and urges focus on human worth.
The United States government has taken over Bergdoll's assets valued near one million dollars as part of the Bergdoll case. Return of the property hinges on Bergdoll's return. The piece notes the seizure is not permanent and implies Bergdoll may recover his wealth if he comes back.
The article criticizes the Bergdoll family for disloyalty amid wartime. It highlights a defiant mother and several slackers, contrasting a loyal son who evaded punishment with others who fled or faced consequences. The piece contemplates his possible return and payment of taxes as the government weighs its response.
Notice offers mechanical work on all makes of cars with pre war rates 75 cents per hour. Ford overhaul priced at 17.50 without parts and parts also at pre war prices. Prompt service and guaranteed work. Phone for dates to R40-21. Farm location five miles south of Washington.
May 31 Crawfordsville reports Rev. L K Peacock arrived from Sharon Pennsylvania to lead a week of evangelistic services at the Methodist church. A large crowd attended the opening, with a five piece orchestra led by Miss Laura Barnett. Sermon centered on prayer and the need to seek God’s will rather than dictate outcomes.
The column recounts prayer etiquette and the need for definite petitions, citing Nehemiah 6 3 and an evening service attendance. It highlights the value of faith driven work and calls for consecrated effort, with local notes on cottages meetings and regional visitors and travel.
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