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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1919
Page
4
The Waterleo Times reports the public tires of grand oratory and favors direct business talk and action, signaling a shift away from debate toward concrete measures. The response reflects broad dissatisfaction with prolonged political rhetoric.
Cincinnati fans celebrate the Reds pennant victory as the ultimate national moment, while editorials note a government airship sale at 6500 dollars and repurchase at 800 per craft as a risky financial flyer. Words about patriotism are playfully dissected as well.
A Burlington Hawk Eye editorial urges speeding progress in education and an emphasis that hard work should not dishonor anyone. It calls for teachers to reinforce that labor is a real benefit and should be respected by all.
William Farnum shines in The Last of the Duanes at the Fox Theatre a Zane Grey tale adapted for the screen. The Western melodrama follows Buck Duane from outlaw to Texas Ranger as he fights his murder stigma and rescues a captive woman amid outlaws and pursuit.
A vivid poem portrays a pebbled stream that tempts drinkers from abandoned bars. It contrasts liquor with pure water as thirsty souls, once dependent on highballs, seek relief and self respect by drinking from the brook. The brook flows through meadows toward the ocean, undisturbed by distractions.
This attraction returns for another showing inviting those who crave vivid outdoor action to attend and enjoy the experience under the night sky.
Knoxville Iowa on October 13 classifies an airship as a motor vehicle and imposes a $10 license tax. The Morrison Taxi of Des Moines paid the fee while flying in town, and the taxi earned about $1,200 locally at a dollar a minute, suggesting other towns may adopt similar policy.
The city of Mobile is described as a typical Southern town with a lazy climate and lush greenery. It highlights a port welcoming vessels from the West Indies and hints at a shift toward a bustling commercial economy rather than an aristocratic past.
Viscount Glerawly Beresford Cecil Bingham heir to Lord Arnesty, noted as England’s wealthiest man, is discussed as a possible husband for Princess Mary. He served in France with his regiment during the war and is twenty five years old.
The forty sixth annual W C T U convention in Council Bluffs elected officers for 29 delegates. President Ida B Smith. Vice President Ella M Hill. Corresponding Secretary L D Carhart. Recording Secretary Carrie L M Ballenger. Treasurer Louise W Shadel. Editor M Isabella Smith. State receipts totals and jubilee drive progress noted along with prizes for membership gains and regional awards.
A brief vignette from the Indianapolis News presents a late five-year-old girl on Ewing street pleading with her father after admitting a disobedience. The exchange shows a child’s reasoning and a father’s concern about the consequence and the child’s future.
Former Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich, brother of Emperor Nicholas, who served as regent after the Romanoff overthrow, escapes Bolshevik capture with his secretary and a sailor. They flee by water along the River Haini to Irkutsk and then abroad incognito.
The article states earth grew early by meteoric matter and continues to grow at about 20 000 tons per year. It notes larger planets swept up most debris from the original disruption, leaving comets as the remaining source of meteoric supply.
The article describes ancient timekeeping methods using knotted wicks in remote ages by the Javanese and Chinese, a two feet long wick burial marking hours. It notes Philippi II of Spain reportedly used an oil lamp with a glass vessel and hour scale from afternoon four to next morning eight. A 17.5 inch candle, three inches per hour, is attributed to King Alfred.
June recalls kindergarten classmates named Brown White and Green. Jeane explains their names are Mary Jean and Louise and their last names are just colors.
Representative John G. Cooper accuses William Zboster secretary treasurer of the steel standings committee of radical leadership and being active in propaganda efforts. The Ohio Republican cites alleged libel and organized political influence in 1 W. W. messaging.
Thomas L. Chadbourne of New York is named as one of the representatives of the people chosen by President Wilson to attend the October conference on industrial conditions.
An old advertisement touts a long standing cold remedy sold by druggists in bottles priced 60 cents and 1.20 dollars. It claims high quality since its introduction half a century ago and suitability for both adults and children with no after effects.
Westbound and eastbound passenger and freight train numbers listed with arrival and departure times. Includes notes on Sundays, local freights, stock extras, and special adjustments corrected to December 8 1918..Agent H W Russel and J I W Calvert noted.
A brief quirky note asserts that negros and In tens rarely if ever became bald, implying an unusual observation about hair patterns among groups.
A gentle yet firm laxative promises smooth relief with swift results. Dr King’s New Life pills are advertised as effective and easy to use, priced at 25 cents at druggists.
Regular meetings listed for LODGES and CHAPTERS including Washington Lodge No 26 A F & A M first Friday, Cyrus Chapter No 18 R A M second Friday, Bethlehem Commandery No 45 K T third Friday, Washington Chapter No 08 OES second Thursday. Officers named: L D Langworthy W M J W Morton Secretary H P J W Morton Recorder Mrs R H Walker W M Mrs Rose Reid Secretary. Visiting fraters welcome.
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