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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1920
Page
4
Secretary MacDougall and party stopped by heavy roads en route from Waterloo to Iowa City and postponed the Pershing Way cut off tour. Local residents may discuss with officials the proposed route and Washington's advantages as a port.
The Journal reports the League of Nations Covenant dispute as nonpartisan, noting Democratic and Republican roots. It highlights Georgia Democrats as opposing the covenant in its current form and instructing senators to vote against adoption, reflecting broad public disapproval.
Verse extracts a critique of wealth and greed, featuring James P. Jones railing against Wall Street barons while the speaker defends thrift and self reliance. The satire notes the contrast between financial power and personal poverty, with recurring images of planks in brine and unearned wealth.
The piece argues Republicans and Democrats both favor peace but reject the original League covenant terms. It urges voters to decide on domestic policy rather than foreign commitments, suggesting change if improvements are desired without risking national debate.
A statement signed by thirty two Iowa women urges votes for Senator Cummins with members from business, clubs, and housewives. The signers include former presidents of the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs and represent various regions. Names highlighted include Mrs H W Spaulding Grinnell Mrs John W Watzek Davenport and Mrs Francis E Whitley Webster City.
A joined list of Iowa women from multiple cities signs a detailed statement praising Senator Cummins and recounting his career from governor to long time reformer. The document defends Cummins against attacks over railroad legislation and notes his leadership on interstate commerce issues. The final names include Mrs. J. H. Strief of Des Moines and Mrs. Freda A. Canfield of Cedar.
Fred A. Canfield, president of the Iowa State Federation of Labor and husband of J. H. Strief’s wife, served many years as secretary of the city.
Earl Gilworth of Shelby Iowa sustains a broken right arm and minor injuries after colliding with a road obstruction near a bridge construction on the road toward Davenport. His Ford car from Shelby was wrecked as he ran onto the site just west of Keota Monday night. The obstruction had been removed leaving no warning of the danger.
In Oskaloosa during the first three days of the board session registration reached 3 773. Men led with 2 059 registrants while women totaled 1 714. Most precincts show higher male turnout except the Second Ward where women outnumber men. Next Saturday offers the final registration chance as parties brace for busy activity. The three day totals compare with 2 021 in 1916 and 2 092 in 1912, during prior campaigns.
May McAvoy stars in The House of the Tolling Bell a Graham theater photoplay from Blackton Path about a disputed estate and a cursed manor. A niece and the disowned grandson hide in the house for one year to claim the inheritance while a web of intrigue and danger unfolds culminating in a dramatic climax.
Prof Macy Campbell of Iowa State Teachers College says the consolidated school movement will convert all 7000 single room rural schools to consolidated type within seven years. He notes rapid growth, from Buffalo Center twenty five years ago to over 200 built last year, with only six hundred more needed to end single room schools.
Lt. Ormer Locklear, famed as the first to change planes in flight, appears in The Skywayman at the Fox Theatre for two days. Fox Film Corp will donate ten percent of film profits to Locklear’s family and Lt Milton Elliott’s family, highlighting bold aerial stunts and a drama praising courage in science.
A motivational excerpt asserts manhood is earned when one discovers inner best and achieves his highest potential, defining true measure by personal accomplishment and heart’s refinement.
The Republican candidate A L Griffith seeks to continue as county auditor. The endorsement highlights his competent record and long experience in the auditor’s office, stating he is a faithful officer whose service guarantees the county continued reliable work.
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