Wasted Time Quip Highlights Powdering Noses and Matches
A clipped Sioux City Journal comment notes women spend time powdering their noses while men search for matches, wryly comparing vanity and practical routine in social life.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1919
Page
4
A clipped Sioux City Journal comment notes women spend time powdering their noses while men search for matches, wryly comparing vanity and practical routine in social life.
A Knoxville Express note recalls farmers clinging to old places from May planting to March 1. The piece contrasts enduring ownership with changing population patterns and land use.
The Vinton Eagle notes most people are striking while Mr. Common People or Consuming Public remains at work. It warns that if he stops paying, consequences may follow.
A congressman sues the Birmingham Age-Herald for 1.3 million dollars in a libel action, with the Des Moines Register noting the suit reflects on lawyers and the press.
The Cedar Rapids Republican laments a lingering harsh tang added to grape juice and calls for abolishing the practice, denouncing anyone who dares to contaminate the mild wine-like drink.
A collage of quips and captions pulled from papers including the Columbia Record, London Mail, London Opinion, Le Rire, and Blighty. The jokes feature mothers, babies, cooks, and nurses in light, humorous exchanges.
A brief quip about a man teasing his beloved witch about her gown, heard by only two people, reflecting a small courtroom or social vignette tone. The line hints at gossip between two observers and the target of the joke.
The column reflects a satirical remark about society lionizing fools and the practical need for a sharp nose during humorous roasts. It captures a folksy voice and a presentable quip on social pretensions and rough humor.
A poem rails at profiteering during hard times. It laments rising prices for tea and clothes while workers fear the loss of wages. It warns of punishment for profiteers, praising Uncle Sam's slow, steady anger and eventual action against hoarders.
A verse from the Conning Tower section in the New York Tribune discusses gossip about a woman among other ladies. It notes how conversations shift when witnesses are present and how opinions are judged, urging skeptical support and display of admiration in a crowd.
A Brooklyn Citizen exchange quotes a reformer asking if statesmanship is declining and a politician replying that no statesman would decline anything. The contraste captures ongoing debate about leadership quality in the era.
Hart stars in The Border Wireless a new Artcraft picture shown today at Graham Theatre. The film centers on Hun plotters along the US Mexico border with a wartime homefront angle. Hart wears khaki portrays a reforming bandit and hero who exposes a spying wireless operation.
The piece argues that a sound mind and rational habits protect health and that most illnesses are curable by nature. It notes fear and destructive emotions hinder well being and emphasizes personal responsibility, with doctors unable to fix this alone.
Dr Charles L Parsons II secretary of the American Chemical Society organizes the fine program for the society peace meeting opening in Philadelphia on September 2 with focus on international science cooperation and peace initiatives.
George confronts his family's bereavement after Wilbur Minafer’s death. Isabel supports, Aunt Fanny sinks, and George questions his own emotions while facing Christmas, inheritance, and the social tide as Lucy and Eugene reappear amid mourning.
The notice lists a series of train numbers and times including No 11 Express No 49 Lo Pass No 29 Lo Pass No 87 Lo Frt No 89 Lo Frt and passenger counts for C M ST FP with a correction noted to December 8 1918. It references Washington Branch No 3 and local passenger and freight services with varied eastbound westbound times and agent J W Calvert.
LODGES Washington Lodge No. 26 meets on the first Friday monthly with W M L D Langworthy and Secretary Glenn E Mace. Cyrus Chapter No. 18 meets the second Friday with H P J W Morton as secretary. Bethlehem Commandery No. 45 K T meets the third Friday with J D Glasgow E C and recorder J W Morton. Washington Chapter No. 08 CS meets the second Thursday with W M Mrs R H Walker and Secretary Mrs Rose Reid. Visiting fraters are welcome.
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