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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1924
Page
4
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The article argues that tariff protection has steadily improved U S conditions since the Emergency Tariff Act. It notes historic bipartisan support for protective tariffs, contrasts Northern and Southern views, and claims the policy supports farm and labor while stabilizing employment. It asserts protection aided recovery as unemployment fell from over six million.
The Washington Senators defeated the New York Giants in a dramatic world series clincher. Old Walt Johnson pitched four sensational innings to seal the victory as millions watched across the country and abroad. Politics faded as sports took center stage and Washington rejoiced.
The text argues for a protective tariff, stating it guards labor and agricultural interests and prevents wealth from flowing to European business. It cites Theodore Roosevelt on living well and urges unity in shared prosperity, insisting free trade would harm domestic growth.
A lawyer asks a delicate widow in the witness box to specify her actions between eight and nine on Wednesday morning. She replies she washed her two children, prepared them for school, and sewed a button on Johnny's coat, detailing a routine morning task.
The excerpt shows a lawyer pleading to regain breath after a long, scattered domestic scene. A narrator lists chores from mend to washing and baby care, then the judge calls for order as Ali requests a moment before the next witness. The tone hints at a trial interruption amid mundane domestic detail.
The Republicans refuse to remit the 12 billion debt owed by foreign governments and push refunding with reduced interest, insisting principal will not be canceled. The Republican platform and President Coolidge endorse this, while the Democratic platform and Mr. Davis are silent. Taxpayers are left to infer the stance from the silence.
The war department confirms the unconditional surrender of Hipilito Villa, brother of the famed bandit, in Mexico City. In Huntington, West Virginia, Sheriff Don Chafin is found guilty by a federal jury of conspiracy to violate the Volstead act. Washington moves toward finalizing a reparations commission with Thomas Nelson Perkins of Boston to oversee Dawes plan questions.
Mrs. R. G. Fish and her two sons traveled to Muscatine this morning due to the illness of Mr. Fish's brother, C. P. Fish.
London reports say after Parliament was dissolved at Prime Minister MacDonald's request the October 20 election will be bitter. Labor ministers vow to campaign aggressively while Captain W H Williams Liberal runs against MacDonald in Clackamshire Abercor district. Malcolm MacDonald seeks reentry in Nottinghamshire. Ishbel MacDonald acts as proxy with labor ministers aiding.
Washington reports gate receipts for the world series reached 1 093 104 with attendance of 283 695, down 17 735 from last year. Toronto bantamweight Howard Marberry Hamilton outpointed Edward Eber in eight rounds. Cleveland fighter Carl Tremaine won a referee's decision over Charley Goodman in 12 rounds. Mrs I Dawson of Oskaloosa and Mrs R G Vincent visited yesterday, stopping in on their way home from Chicago.
The humorous poem traces a worker’s envy of wealth from a dime to ten thousand dollars, noting hopeful plans and growing anxiety about riches. The speaker recalls laboring for sustenance, dreaming of status, and aging with a stubborn wish to amass more amid shifting ambitions.
A reader tip notes the fall opening crowds at Washington merchants showing enterprise. A passerby remarks about a man with a master’s degree unable to read a railroad timetable. A cheeky exchange about a nickel nurse and a fortune ends with a man being outwitted.
Joe Brookhart son of the senator attends Wallace school and earns mention for a tip about a watch if he gets an A in deportment. His mother counteroffers saying a B would still merit a watch, even an Ingersoll. The column also notes the varied shapes of hats and women.
A brief verse laments a husband’s purchase of a monument for his wife after she spent on a washing machine. It contrasts past Restorative habits with current drinking culture and includes a Rip Van Winkle reference to wakefulness.
Comic panel line about a boy delaying eating his apple until another person, Peter, is watching, implying social scrutiny enhances appetite. The quip captures a humorous observer effect in a brief dialogue.
A sisterly-narrative recalls a girl famed for asking too many questions. Her mother warns, You mustn't talk so much, curiosity killed the cat. The child asks, What did the cat want to know, Mamma?
A Missouri reader recalls family bath times and old wash tubs, contrasting them with modern plumbing. The piece traces humorous and affectionate memories of hot water, soap, and towels, noting past struggles and current conveniences with a tone of rural fondness.
A reflective quote describes how carelessness can add to troubles and affect earnings, health, focus, and safety. It personifies carelessness as a force that reduces work interest and overall outcomes, warning readers to avoid sloppy habits.
A brief exchange hints at hesitation and refusal in a romantic moment. The dialogue captures a moment of boundary and potential consent with a conditional response.
Mr Greene laments Americans clinging to religion and others umbrellas. First Actress notes the audience’s reactions as they gape and yawn, revealing ironic social commentary.
At the American Electric Railway association convention in Atlantic City officials note the historic Dobbin tax on streetcar rides still burdens fares. The industry cites cedar block paving costs and upkeep, estimating about half a cent per ride. Efforts push to repeal or modify the tax, with ads urging removal from old and new franchises.
Residents endured heavy rain and mud that week drawing many to visit relatives. Most cars were off the roads until Thursday evening, leaving foot travel as the common means of getting around.
In Folkestone England on September 22 archaeologists at the emtha site unearthed a stone baby bottle nipple and a second bottle piece. The nipple is stone with a small pierced hole and the bottle is described as very heavy, suggesting early Romans used luxury nursing vessels.
Rail schedule sheet lists eastbound and westbound trains with arrivals and departures for multiple named services including the Golden State Limited and Express, Washington Branch locals, freight and passenger trains, with agent names H. W. Rushell and Kay.
Bubuyan Island in the Bubuyan group north of Luzon may have its 250 residents moved to an nearer island as an active volcano drives people from their homes. An American Red Cross investigator travels to assess desire to relocate and aid in establishing new homes if needed.
Mrs Lillie Mathers hosted visits with daughter Mrs Robt Gregory and sister Mrs Clara Frye in Crawfordsville last Friday. Gregory and children departed for Houston after visiting since July 11. Other locals include Mrs Ralph Stafford in Washington and Davenport guests Grace Stafford and Mildred Ebner. Mr and Mrs M D McCreedy and Lois Godlove came from Iowa City. Sig Wilace from Eldora came to see his ailing father. Mrs H Bierman and Marvin and Mrs Carl Brown's party also noted in Milwaukee and Mua- area communications.
Rev. J. D. Kern relates a dog that, bitten by fleas, spied a chipmunk during a family outing. The dog dashed after the swift prey but failed to catch it. After the escape, the dog scratched his ear as a small boy remarked that Shep is kicking himself for not catching the chipmunk.
A reflective note argues straw polls mislead on results, noting breezes shift opinions but do not predict final outcomes in elections.
The piece defines an egg beater as a young woman in slang usage, reflecting era attitudes. It notes the term appears in the dictionary with a gloss aligning with flapper era speech and social norms of the time.
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