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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1921
Page
5
A local physician warns that home brewed liquors post prohibition threaten health with rising cases of stomach and intestinal disorders. He cites acids from fermentation and impure mixtures, predicting more severe sickness and deaths in coming years. The piece contrasts amateur hootch with pre prohibition brewery risks.
In August 1010 Idaho forest fires sent smoke across the northern United States and southern Canada and far offshore. Observers reported unusually dense pale skies from land to sea. The fires caused the darkest days recorded in the nation up to that time.
Tropical Jacuratia trees yield an exceptionally soft wood that easily shaves with a knife. After removing bark, it cannot be pressed or shoved, and the wood dries to a fraction of its original bulk.
A weather deck is a ship deck without overhead protection. It exposes the deck to weather and is distinct from sheltered or fully enclosed decks.
Imported garments in tan and brown with neat buckle clasps priced at 1.50. Jersey silk petticoats with taffeta and messaline flounces in attractive colors and assorted Jersey bloomers priced at 2.98.
A wide display of outing flannel in multiple patterns and colors draws many buyers to a crowded table. Yard prices range from 15 to 20 cents as shoppers browse the assortment for fabrics and bargains.
Local shop offers wool dress goods serges tricotines prunella cloth and fancy striped fabrics. Many ladies are having their dresses made this season and can find the materials they want at this store.
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