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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1922
Page
4
A daily devotional note on the grace of Jesus Christ from 2 Corinthians 8 9 urging that riches are spiritual through Christ. The piece reflects on sacrifice and generosity for readers to consider as a morning reflection.
One week from today is section day with state interest high. Voters should study the sample ballots printed in the Journal and available before and on election day. Know your voting list, decide how you will vote, and vote promptly to exit. The ballot is simple this time with a limited list of candidates.
Most Railway Labor Board members oppose the living wage idea pushed by some labor leaders. They warn a fixed wage standard would wreck the railroads nationwide. The board argues an average family’s needs cannot be fixed into a permanent standard, noting varying expenses for five-person households.
A poetic fragment shows Walt Mason in melancholic mood lamenting weariness and the night. He references the moon, boils on his neck, nostalgia for youth, and a wavering spirit while dodging noise and old pleasures. The piece blends self mockery with somber imagery.
The piece argues that fixed profit margins ignore family size and fluctuating markets. It questions a living wage plan and urges maintaining a competitive range from production to price while acknowledging rising living expectations.
The text argues that labor deserves pay and that true value cannot be measured by the number of wives and children one has accumulated. It reflects a social or moral stance on labor worth and prosperity beyond large families.
Local items report Miss Eather Maxwell visiting Ottumwa for the day and Mrs. M J Sayles traveling to Wy man for a short visit. Several residents plan hospital or family visits including Mrs Lucy Frain to Centerville Mercy hospital for an operation and Mrs Charles Stout returning to Colony Kansas after a visit. An eatable sale is announced for Saturday November 4 by St James ladies on the south side of the square. Mr and Mrs James Edworthy and Mrs Frank Edworthy return to Des Moines after a visit with relatives.
Miss Elizabeth Redd returns to Cedar Falls to resume school work after illness. Mrs Barbara Hough of Fowler Colo leaves for Peoria Ill to spend winter with daughter Mrs Nance. Mrs J C Fulton and her mother Mrs Stichter attended Mounts golden wedding anniversary and traveled to Fairfield this morning. Mr Fulton and Susan and Charles returned to Fairfield by car.
Lloyd Harrison of seven miles southeast of Riverside shares a potato tale reporting four acres planted June 10 and a harvest of 335 bushels of Iowa Red potatoes. He notes the crop as large and fine and mentions clothing for all the family at the rummage sale.
A humorous reflection notes aging and Halloween trends, recalling a tale of Crusoe and Friday to illustrate persistent advertising. The piece contrasts stubborn effort with immediate results and touches on local behavior and decent drivers, all in a small town voice.
An eastern editor cites trouble from polygamy and marriage promises. A western editor notes similar issues from marrying one wife. A northern editor recalls friends troubled by mere promises. A southern editor mentions a man seen with another's wife. A teacher's correction joke ends with a classroom misprint.
A voice resembling Rev. W. G. Robb telephoned with an answer to the favorite word of women puzzle. He insists the correct choice is THE LAST ONE. The piece notes men failed to guess the word.
Robinson Crusoe fashioned a makeshift advertisement to seek a ship for rescue. He improvised an ad on his shirt pleading for aid and guidance amid isolation.
A Washington County voter outlines tax increases from 1915 to 1921 totaling 437001.26 and 944391.38 respectively and calls for removing dishonest officials. He pledges an independent faithful discharge of duties if elected to the Board of Supervisors on November 7, aiming to curb expenditures and insure tax payer interests.
J M Taylor receives a letter from Rev Mills Taylor of Philadelphia detailing a clue about Dr M E Dicken's whereabouts. The Phila Public Ledger item described a man roped by a passing motorist with an Iowa license, then captured by a policeman, and the suspect fled before his name was learned. The extended auto tour through the east continues.
The Advertising Club of Des Moines reports findings from its vice investigations. Ads claim Cocoa Cola sold near city hall, Eskimo Pie taught to children, malted milk growth, streetcar men seen chewing, city firemen smoking, and more infractions. The note credits Austin Haines and Chief Hammond for cooperation.
The dialogue recalls light banter about California Arizona and New Mexico. A woman rebukes a rude question about the Cherokee Strip while Ike offers quips on brains mustaches and aging. Chips and Bugs trade playful lines in a strip club style cameo.
A chaotic scene erupts as a crowd clashes with authorities amid a protest in Boston. Police deploy crowd-control measures while bystanders report shouted insults and scattered damage. No injuries or official statements are immediately available.
A proposed tip suggests placing half of tissue paper into the shoe heel to cushion the hard heel and reduce rubber wear. The cushion formed by the tissue paper could extend the life of rubber soles.
Local pass No 450 and freight number 836 identified in a brief notice. Details are sparse but indicate regulatory or logistical references within a local notices section. No names or places are clearly provided in the readable text.
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