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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1919
Page
4
The Kansas City Times notes Mexico was warned to control bandits or face consequences as a new message is expected. The tone suggests ongoing pressure from authorities on Mexico to curb criminal activity.
Perry Chief recalls the old saying that figures won’t lie but liars will figure as he discusses the cost of living and its portrayal. The remark emphasizes skepticism toward data and messaging surrounding economic metrics.
The Sioux City Journal notes experts estimate the dollar at about 35 cents, while Bryan favors 50 cents. The suggestion arises to back him as a presidential candidate on a sound money platform.
The text urges settling in for a long pull on tax fines created by the war. It argues taxes will not drop quickly and that good government and two or three years are needed to appreciably reduce taxes.
A mistaken lost teeth ad in the Evanston News Index triggers a flood of calls after Ada Ketchum reports finding the ad claiming she lost her teeth. A caller explains the teeth were misposted to joke about a parakeet missing, prompting multiple confusions and late-night exchanges.
A light editorial quip from the Dallas News notes the paradox of worrying about snacking before meals while lacking meals to snack on, suggesting humor in daily concerns about diet.
A first person labor ballad contrasts a content worker with colleagues striking for higher pay. The narrator notes steady wages and satisfaction yet laments loneliness while watching others march with red flags, contemplating whether to join the strike.
A reader cites Frances Willard and Wilson vetoes to urge backing for prohibition. The note urges Temperance Sunday and warns liquor interests exploit money and politics. It recalls Willard’s Texas speech and proclaims God on the side of abstinence, urging vigilance to keep the nation dry.
The McKee school building will be sold at public auction on Saturday November 1 at 1 30 p m as is. Time limit for clearing the premises will be announced at sale. The hotel board of directors reserve the right to reject any or all bids.
The article notes that mirrors predate brushes and were essential toilet articles for women, possibly reflecting a clear pool as an early viewing method. It compares female vanity to the myth of Narcissus who fell in love with his reflection and died from longing.
A remark suggests women can do things they dislike without crude remarks, while few men can. The line hints at prevailing gender expectations in daily behavior.
A humorous wartime anecdote from a Kansas soldiers’ experience in trenches. Officers on leave in Paris are bored yet briefly amused by entertaining quips about cooties, sleep deprivation, and patriotic pieties. A London Tit-Bite tale features a Scotch Irish exchange on patron saints ending with a sarcastic jab at St Patrick and Harry Lauder.
Public notice announces a November 25 1919 special election for the Consol idated Independent School District of Haskins Wash ington County Iowa. Voters will decide on issuing up to 506000 dollars to construct and equip a new school building and acquire a site. Balloting runs from 1 PM to 6 PM at the Haskins School House.
A Deteh scientist reports that brown bast disease in rubber trees stems from current tapping methods rather than mold infection, challenging prior beliefs and suggesting a change in tapping practice.
Doubtless like other sufferers you have asked yourself this question which remains unanswered. S S S has proven rheumatism is in the blood and the remedy eliminates these pain demons. For treatment write Chief Medical Adviser Swift Specific Co Dept 43 Atlanta Ga.
Des Moines report says Iowa coal dealers meeting with Gov. Harding and Charles Webster pledge to distribute remaining coal to ease potential strike impact. Webster to authorize interstate transfers, daily supply reports, and use wood burning to reduce coal use, with small towns at risk after sixty days.
A highly effective agent for proofing wood in aluminum leaf coating insulates the wood from atmospheric changes. It is especially valuable where precise form and balance are essential, such as in airplane propellers.
The text notes scarcity of items, comparing them to the teeth of a hen, with poultry imagery illustrating rarity and value.
The Brunswick introduces its record player with two exclusive features the Altona all record reproducer and the Oval All Wood Tone Amplifier. A demonstration invites listeners to hear why the Brunswick is the superior phonograph and to let their ears decide.
Washington bridges and rail lines list multiple trains with numbers and stops. Includes express, local passenger, and freight services with daily or limited operation notes and a correction date of December 8, 1918. Details mention arrival and departure times and a note that No 92 is annulled.
Fox Theatre presents Tom Mix in The Speed Maniac a William Fox special with love stunts and thrills. The advertisement touts Mix’s unique daring and genius level skill promising spectacular feats and a compelling love theme.
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