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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1928

Page

4

Election pressure builds as two weeks remain

The campaign has run weeks with issues argued clearly and voters poised to decide. Analysts cite state by state lines, noting New York and Ohio as pivotal while the overall electoral map remains unsettled with about 200 doubtful votes.

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Daily Lessons In English Word Mispronunciations

A compact note on common mispronunciations and spelling slips, listing words like ward toward and forward, explaining vowel sounds, and contrasting correct and incorrect forms. Includes mnemonic prompts and examples to aid vocabulary learning.

From Other Sources on Prohibition and Party Records

An opinion piece argues the Democratic party bears the brunt of being labeled the liquor party and reviews historical roles of Republicans and Democrats on prohibition. It cites national prohibition actions, Wilson era navy measures, Harding Mellon enforcement, and Senator Ware’s stance, urging voters to align with the party and leader seen as effective beyond prohibition rhetoric.

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Unclear OCR text on immigration and wet vote

Fragmentary note discusses immigration, party suspicions, and last minute political reflections. Mentions family members and speculation about actions as the election approaches.

McNary Signals Hoover Support At Iowa Meeting

United States Senator Charles McNary of Oregon announced he will reintroduce the McNary Haughen farm relief bill in the next Congress. He spoke at the fifteenth annual Iowa Veterinary Association session, praising Hoover and pledging farm relief to well into the west. McNary named Dr Fo bill and Dr Roach as trustees, succeeding Dr A MeIntire who died last night. Local coverage notes Cedar Rapids and Memphis, Tenn. context.

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Lindbergh Arrives Unannounced at Teterboro Airport

Colonel Charles A Lindbergh landed at Teterboro airport amid secrecy and aboard two unidentified young women as passengers. A Lindbergh field crew spoke briefly, providing few details before departure. The incident occurred near Hasbrouck Heights with no disclosed destination.

Hasbrouck Heights Charles A. Lindbergh Ryan Teterboro

Former Member of Legislature Dies at 79 in Des Moines

Des Moines, Oct. 19. dD. Chassell, 79, former member of the state legislature, died today after several weeks illness from stomach and liver disorders. He previously edited the Osage News in 1884 and bought the Le Mars Sentinel in 1889. He served in the territorial and statewide legislatures representing Plymouth county and later sat on the railroad commission before resigning twelve years ago. A box social and candy social will be held at Oakland House on Wednesday. Ladies to bring hows. all welcome.

Des Moines Chassell Sell Osage News le Mars Sentinel Erate Plymouth County Railroad Commission Oakland House Rosa Davise

The Peace Poem On War And The Dollar

A reflective verse laments war’s toll and US sacrifice, praising heroic soldiers and national resolve. It contrasts mournful loss with calls to keep America strong, resist greed, and pursue peace while honoring those who gave their lives.

Long Washington Monroe America

Farmer Bent on Reform in Quiet County Politicking

Local farmer Jake Bentley shifts from farming to politics as Granman Pash declares intent to run, saying he hasn’t whispered since school but will give campaigning a try. The rustic scene recalls a rural bid for public office amid quiet community chatter.

Jake Bentley

Unknown Soldier Remembrance at Arlington T:

The poem honors Unknown Soldier at Arlington as a national mother’s tribute. It recalls future mothers grieving and awaits posterity to recount blessings and sacrifice. The verse pledges faith, hope, and pride in the unknown fallen, urging calm remembrance and a shrine in time.

Arlington

Painted Post Fox Films Welcomes Tom Mix At Box Theater

A 1920s style note describes Fox Films producing Painted Post with Tom Mix in an active cast. The scene features six chorus girls, each an individual type, taking an active part in a Western piece, as crowds flock to the Box theater to see the new release.

Ally Fox Films Tom Mix

Painted Post theater troupe raid referenced in fragments

A damaged OCR fragment references a stranded theatrical troupe and a daring raid by Ben Tutte on a base, with Mix coping and Natalie Kingston as a featured performer. Other names include Philo McCullowen John and Fred Gamble in a supper ink scene.

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Flying Mail at New Graham Delivers Thrills and Laughs

A lively feature at the New Graham stars Al Wilson in a dramatic mystery with humor and suspense. The Flying Mail blends daring stunts of airplane, car, and motorcycle with romance and a gangland plot. Kathleen Myers and Carmelita Geraghty headline, directed by Mason Noel from a Frank Howard Clark script. Berlin reports transport ministry action over exclusive news rights on Graf Zeppelin return flight.

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