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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1920
Page
4
The piece reflects on Franco American friendship born of shared history and war. It notes Americans’ industrial vigor and French cultural ideals, highlights Lafayette’s help in the revolutionary era, and recalls American troops in France turning the tide for the Allies, creating lasting sentimental ties.
A bloated man laments chronic illness and public disrespect. The narrator mocks his size calling him fat with venous complaints, while the sick man longs for sympathy yet receives ridicule from townsfolk who snicker at his tales. The piece contrasts pity with ridicule in a harsh social vignette.
The article cites Stephane Lauzanne praising the United States as the fustest nation, noting no history of iniquity and its disinterested stance. Lauzanne quotes Senator Harding on preferring freedom of action over a covenant that binds action and risks military alliance obligations.
Services at the Reformed Presbyterian Church follow the usual hour Sabbath school begins at 10:00 Public worship at 11:00 and the young people's study class at 6:00 p m Pastor W G Robb presides indicating a standard weekly program without changes.
Major and Mrs. Sneath oversee Sunday program with Sunday school at 2 30 p m preaching at 3 30 and 8 00 p m all are welcome to attend and hear the gospel without creed but Christ
Washington reports Iowa’s population at 2,403,630, up 178,859 or 8.0 percent from 1910. Historical notes trace Iowa’s growth from 48,112 in 1840 to 2,403,630 in 1920, with earlier decades showing rapid expansion and later slowdowns.
Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship 10 55 B Y P U 6 evening services 7 prayer 7 30 Wednesday includes reminder to be prompt and prepare written reports for annual church business meeting next Wednesday pastor M R Regan will preach both services with special music and large attendance encouraged
The excerpt shows Iowa and U S population growth from 1850 to 1920. It notes the national increase outpaced Iowa in each decade 1880 1910 and provides decade figures with growth percentages and specific counts for Iowa from 1840 to 1920. It includes a minus sign indicating decline in a given entry.
Louis Murphy, the Internal Revenue Collector for Iowa, has resigned to pursue private business. He asked for relief as soon as possible and hopes to be checked out by October 31. Appointed by President Wilson, Murphy took office July 1913 and oversaw the state after districts were merged.
King Alexander of Greece suffers fever after a pet monkey bites him while he tried to part a fight with a dog. Court physicians monitor his condition as local infection develops from the bite.
The piece accuses Governor Cox of false alarms about a Democratic campaign fund of ten million dollars while presenting sworn testimony that Republicans hope to raise four million for all political purposes. It argues ordinary Americans are willing to contribute to defeat Cox and the Wilson administration, not to sustain it.
Mrs. D L Carbaugh traveled to Ottumwa today to handle errands and will depart this evening with Mr. Carbaugh for Chicago. They attend a reception honoring Mr Carbaughs brother who recently married.
Russell Holman reviews The Miracle Man praising its mood and moral arc. A group from Manhattan seeks wealth from deeds but is redeemed by pure living in the mountains. The piece claims the film moves audiences with a blend of pathos and humor.
The Ottumwa Courier quotes The New York World belittling Warren G Harding as an ordinary Ohio politician, noting past presidents were also country politicians. It argues leaders arise from the country and condemns urban political parodies. The piece ends urging readers to use the Want Ads.
Howard H. Jones, director of athletics and football coach at the University of Iowa, is re employed by the athletics board for five more years through June 1926 with a salary advance. Dr. Howard L. Beye named to athletic board. Cedar Rapids alumni plan travel for events. gymnasium basketball backboards to be installed as first transparent boards in the state.
William Jennings Bryan criticizes Democratic National Committee Chairman Cummings and Governor Cox in Lincoln Nebraska claiming their selection would ruin the campaign. He calls it a tragedy and a melancholy start if Democrats pursue a doomed front.
Keota's Fall Festival committee neared completion of its work and anticipated 600 to 700 dollars left over. The fund will support next year's festival if held, continuing a two year habit that the town regards as a lasting community investment with free attractions.
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