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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1918
Page
4
A Washington county editorial urges voters to support Atty. C. A. Dewey for district judge next Tuesday. It highlights his qualifications, local roots, long practice, and emphasizes community pride in electing a “home man” to the bench. It recalls his boyhood poverty and hard work to become a worthy candidate.
A poem depicting women wartime labor replacing idle privilege. It contrasts past luxury with present chores such as shelling peas dusting furniture mopping ceilings and managing walls. Dames adapt to work and allegiance to useful toil while fearing a maid’s departure and applauding homemaker resilience.
A political notice appeals to readers to support non partisan candidate Dewey for judge. It frames the judge as ambitious yet modest and urges voters to choose him among three candidates on Tuesday.
The piece notes football champions shifting focus to county politics while Washington men discuss local issues. It mentions Spain’s potential entry into the war, Foch already advancing, and Iowa shipping ninety seven car loads of garments for Belgian relief, underscoring the state’s leading role in wartime efforts.
With Bulgaria eliminated from contention and Turkey and Austria weakened, Allied forces press the pursuit toward Berlin, holding firm to the enduring wartime rallying cry despite setbacks.
Five hundred thousand dollars worth of German toys arrived in New York hidden under a Holland shipping bill. The article condemns toys produced by those who killed Belgian and French children and urges Americans to refrain from buying such goods.
Noted as part of a wider trend, Ames undertakes steps toward hiring a woman to join the police force, aiming to bolster gender representation in city law enforcement.
A sober note urges a sane Halloween with no pranks or property destruction. Authorities and families emphasize safety, respect for neighbors, and responsible fun for all ages tonight.
Chancellor Max declares Germany rejects peace backed by violence in a clipped comment. The Telegraph Herald notes the stance reflects a hard line in international tension amid calls for restraint.
A Sioux City Journal item notes a German stance on a public moral dilemma as citizens discuss removing a controversial figure. The piece emphasizes hesitation and collective ambivalence rather than decisive action.
Des Moines Forum reports the Kaiser refutes charges that German troops drive captives into a blind ditch and burn them with liquid fire, presenting the policy as a cultured approach to warfare.
The Council Bluffs Non-Pareil notes it will take at least twelve months after the war ends before servicemen return home. It adds plans to prepare fatted calves in that period, signaling postwar readiness and domestic adjustments.
The Oskaloosa Herald reprints Germany's plea to President Wilson seeking a peace that preserves German honor, likening it to a man who hides his name after a downfall to protect his wife’s health.
The Bulletin notes milliner says rooster feathers are chic in hats and accessories. The quirky exchange hints at fashion trends and folk humor in playful dialogue.
Sir Arthur Yapp of the YMCA praises American eagerness for war as he visits Springfield to promote a 175 million dollar YMCA war drive. He notes American transports bound for the front and commends YMCA huts aiding weary soldiers. He says peace proposals are unacceptable while the war continues. He traveled with four British Triangle workers.
Des Moines report notes that all goods sold at A E F Y M C A canteens in France will be priced like quartermaster stores after November 1. General Pershing approved uniform prices, reducing cigarette and tobacco costs for soldiers and extending canteens to Salvation Army and Knights of Columbus huts.
An advertisement describes fullness after meals and suggests taking Chamberlains Tablets to aid digestion. The ad notes the product is for sale at Lemmot's Doug Store.
Fannie Kimmell is the 13 year old daughter of Morris Kimmell. For three days there has been one new case each day reported. The quarantine remains in effect and probably will last another week.
London reports of German submarines recalled to home ports and Uboats inactive prompt talks at the Admiralty. Officials doubt Germany has ended the submarine war but expect many subs to be withdrawn for leaves and repairs for a possible new push by January.
Des Moines reports Dr Olive Fay says no soldier died at Camp Dodge from influenza due to lack of care. He notes every effort and best treatment were provided, with some patients suffering briefly, the epidemic nearly over though pneumonia deaths may continue.
A tribute to Judge Byron W. Preston praising his thirty five years of community service. It notes his roles as County Attorney District Judge and ten year term on the Supreme Court. The piece commends his clean life habits hard work impartial justice and conscientious approach and urges voters to support the judicial ticket.
A Des Moines call requests old phonograph records for Camp Dodge. People nationwide are asked to donate only intact records as many camps lack machines and discs. The Des Moines Capital offers to buy records if donors wish to contribute money instead.
In Gravity on October 31 ferrets were employed on Cliff Chamberlain’s farm to control rat infestations. The seven trained animals drove rats into the open and 230 dead rodents were counted after the confrontation, signaling large losses for rodent populations and rising farmer alarm.
The college announces it will resume classes tomorrow while theaters may remain closed longer, with schools not expected to reopen until Monday.
Memorial services in Liberty Theater Des Moines on Sunday at 2 30 PM honor soldiers who died of influenza at Camp Dodge Brig Gen Benjamin T Simmons presiding Governor Harding to speak Depot Brigade band to provide music Dean Holmes Cowper to direct singing Friends and relatives invited to attend
Mrs Chas Breybrook of Middleville New York reports her five year old son suffered a severe hacking cough. After trying several medicines Chamberlains Cough Remedy relieved him at once and he recovered with continued use. The sales note cites Lemmon's Drug as a retailer.
Dubuque reports a Spanish influenza tragedy as Mrs. and Mr. Charles Fiedler lose three children in two weeks. Marion, three and a half, died in Council Bluffs where the family visited. Joseph, two and a half, died Friday. Frank, ten months, died Sunday, leaving the couple childless.
In Nevada on October 31 a local story notes that many Smiths serve in the United States army with Story county contributing many as well, highlighting a large family in the community joining the war effort.
Storm Lake woman Mrs Pearl Foster loses her brother sister and sweetheart in France to Spanish influenza as three death notices arrive in quick succession confirming the family tragedy.
In Iowa City and at the university three deaths occurred within 48 hours due to influenza. Two decedents were vocational training detachment students just arrived from South Dakota, Francis Moot hart of Madison and Phillip Marskness of Colman. The third victim was a city resident.
Cedar Rapids reports influenza cases easing and a potential quarantine lift if conditions continue to improve over the next day. J F P Ball says the move could come if the trend persists, following forty-eight hours of declines.
The text notes three Smith brothers in service. Donald Smith has completed exams and enters artillery officers training at Camp Zachary Taylor in Louisville Kentucky. Leslie M. Smith is overseas in France and Lawrence W. Smith is at Camp Jackson in Columbia South Carolina.
Influenza cases have fallen prompting expectation the quarantine ends by week’s end and that public schools reopen November 4. About 1,000 to 1,200 people affected and 38 deaths reported in and near Missouri Valley. Four soldier boys outside the town have died since October 5.
An old advertisement promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as a cure for kidney and bladder issues. It urges immediate treatment to prevent irreversible disease, claims Dutch royal charter backing, and guarantees refunds if unsatisfied. It pressures readers to buy from druggists and look for the GOLD MEDAL label.
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