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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1925
Page
4
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A brief verse emphasizes keeping in perfect peace those who focus their thoughts on God and trust in Him. The quoted line from Isaiah 26 3 reinforces steadfast faith as a path to inner calm.
Circus Solly and associates delivered a hot home talent show praised as one of the best in town. A Polynesian female ballet segment drew unique attention, presented by the Legion Boys who organize the performance and promise an even better show tonight.
The piece argues publicity about income tax payments yields limited public interest. It notes wealthy individuals may pay less tax than small businesspeople and that transparency could hurt credit or aid competitors. Overall, the author expects the system’s impact to be largely neutral.
The poem narrates a critic from Mudville who disparages his town and longs for Punktown. He relocates to Punktown but is rejected there for his persistent denigration and negative attitude. Returning to Mudville, he finds the town supportive while the other town celebrates progress.
The speaker argues that with a thorough economic basis the world could yield well for all. He notes that intelligence and health aside, most people can earn a decent income. He cautions that income tax for farmers and small businessmen in the region this year will not overwhelm the federal government.
Three thousand lineal feet of the Lincoln highway west of South Bend Indiana will host the first real test of road building materials. Equal 500 foot sections of seven materials will be laid to compare wearing quality with contracts set for asphalt concrete sheet asphalt emulsified asphalt Kentucky rock asphalt penetration macadam and reinforced concrete. Taxpayers seek durable road at reasonable cost amid extensive road needs nationwide.
New York reports the 1924 25 Y M C A united states and canada turnover near 52 9 million dollars with total income 51 874 400 and total cost 51 914 400 a shortfall of 40 000 despite wide participation by nearly 100 000 professionals and 5 258 secretaries in boards and programs.
Official half year trade report notes 22 of 30 exports rose in value, while imports increased in 14 of 30 items. Raw silk and cotton cloth led export gains, though silk fabrics and silk waste declined. Import gains included raw cotton and wool, with rice and bran rising sharply, yet the trade deficit widened overall.
A fragmentary column mixes slang questions about elst edd fod and a town’s mood with jokes about fashion, charity street life and a comic misbalance of books. The tone feels like a crowd voice on daily life with brief quips and remarks.
A quirky feature lists a man in a blue shirt who chews tobacco, a woman regretting a bobbed hat, and a boy who dislikes watermelon. The playful trio hints at local character sketches and colorful village lore.
Gloria scolds Jack for risky driving and jokes about riding with a monkey. Gwen agrees, suggesting an absurd workaround as a playful aside.
A fragment highlights a crowd of ten men in the marketplace attacking a man counting his fingers. Each man embodies a flaw or foible from voting to war beliefs and prewar goods, exposing social pretenses as a slow civilizational lesson on manners and judgment.
A concise aphorism discusses resilience in defeat and the paradox of pride. It contrasts the idea that losing does not imply surrender with the notion that victory is not guaranteed by occasional blows.
Washington coach notes that the Senators backup squad is strong behind the regular lineup. The piece highlights veteran and young reserves ready to step in as needed, acknowledging the depth gained after the 1924 World Series against the Giants.
A Sunday School teacher jokes with Reginald about baptism two facts water and a baby. A subscriber considers a headset for her telephone as her arm tires holding the receiver. A village thrives on familiarity and mocks superstition despite perilous thoughts of a 38th story fall on a cloudy Friday the thirteenth.
The scene centers on a waiter taking an order from a pretty young woman with a florid middle aged man. She cries that the lobster may order anything as he no longer loves her because he broke his arm.
A hung jury prevents announcing the Bracer contest winner today. Judges cannot reach a decision and a new jury may be appointed with fresh evidence if the current panel disagrees. The organizers will reschedule the announcement for tomorrow.
Washington adds Ererett Lear and a host of veterans including Harris Liebold and Ballou to bolster infield and relief roles as Pittsburgh counters with McInnis Thompson Bigbee Morrison and Oldham. Injuries shift fielding duties while both clubs prepare for returning series action.
Mrs Edward Holzman, keeper of a Franklin Pennsylvania boarding house, used all her bed sheets and pillow cases to bandage injured motorists after crashes on the Pittsburgh highway near Pecan. She appealed to the American Red Cross, which promptly supplied aid.
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