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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1927

Page

4

Grit: The power of endurance and steady will

In this piece Herbert Kaufman argues that persistence outweighs speed. The rider, oarsman, and marathoner succeed by grit, not fast starts, with courage steadying the chest and head while declaring I Will until the finish.

Coolidge Portrayed As Leader With Vermont Resolve

Description highlights Coolidge as a leader with the sturdiness of Vermont, possessing resilience in peace and war, at home or abroad, in private business or public life. The passage emphasizes his sturdy backbone and steady approach.

Dynamic Jeffersonian Democrat Dawes and Lowden factions debated

The text profiles an engineer executive humanitarian and statesman figure in Illinois law and budget reform. It reflects 1920s political maneuvering, tariff policy critics, and questions of Dawes as a compromise candidate if Lowden backers falter.

Mid. America Dawes Astoong Frank Lowden Lowden

Political jockeying spells shifting support in convention race

McAdoo trails as Smith gains influence, Reed would be strongest nominee if he secures the nomination. If Smith cannot control the convention, Ritchie of Maryland looks favorable. Donahey of Ohio also considered as a potential candidate.

McAdoo Smith Reed Ritchie Maryland Donahey Ohio

Daily Lessons in English Word Usage and Emphasis

A fragment list discusses common word misuse mispronunciation and misspellings. It covers phrases for sizing up worth pronouncing and spelling errors for progeny and emotion, urging readers to study vocabulary daily and focus on emotion as mental agitation and excited feeling.

Next Step in Progressive Road Building in Iowa

State control of road building through county bond issues has spurred a major advance, with 53 of 99 counties voting bonds and about 1 000 miles paved. The system ends special assessments but lacks statewide continuity. a state bond issue could unify planning and lower interest costs.

Iowa

Weather brings sultry week and corn’s good fortune

By The Way notes unusually hot days this week, easing labor on collars and benefiting corn. A late sighting shows a girl juggling two ice cream cones, while the House of David women buy wristwatches after losing their Big Ben.

House of David

Gone With a Handsomer Man by Will Carleton

A farmer John returns home to find his wife Jane has left him for another man. He laments his failed marriage, curses, and a longing for bygone happiness while Jane and her father arrive for supper with a neighbor claiming the handsomer rival. The piece ends with a resolve to never break sod again and a note on enduring hardship.

Jane John

Union Hours Add Lively Quote Exchange

A witty exchange centers on self made man remarks and a jab about declaring a holiday from the neck up. The dialogue frames a humorous contrast between personal achievement and overblown self-importance.

Midnight Ukulele Girl Sings Loud in Parked Car

A young girl strums a ukulele in a parked car at midnight and belts out the latest hit. Neighbors report the spirited performer has kept up a nightly squeal, echoing through quiet streets as households sleep.

Hathaway Granted Divorce From Husband in Ziegfeld Follies Era

Ziegfeld's Follies star Ann Hathaway was granted a divorce after alleging severe domestic abuse. She claimed her attorney warned of issues with the husband and recalled a past romantic liaison as evidence of turmoil. The piece ends with a marginal, hostile exchange suggesting further romantic entanglements.

Ann Hathaway Miss Hathaway

Haircuts Stir Lifeguard Dilemmas at Beach

Lifeguards struggle with modern women’s haircuts causing uncertainty about whether to enter water to assist or treat the person as a risky bystander.

Unclear dialogue echoes in a clipped newspaper fragment

A fragmentary passage mixes casual banter between a girl and a young man with distant political references and stray commentary on safety of flying machines. The text hints at social tensions surrounding Sacco Vanzetti era events without a clear single narrative.

The Younger Generation

Poem by Arthur IL Lippmann contrasts elders’ complaints across eras about youths. It wryly notes that every generation faces criticism from its predecessors. The closing lines suggest starting a library as a playful alternative to censure.

Arthur IL. Lippmann

Speeding Sam Crane Meets Fateful Track End

A fragmented verse says Samuel Crane perished after a race with a speeding train. His car and he were a total loss at the track while a sexton tolls the knell. The piece contrasts mishap with everyday quips and asks about timeless justice in humor.

Sam Sexton

Courtroom clash over who started assault case

A courtroom exchange centers on identifying the aggressor in an assault trial. Counsel seeks clarity as a large witness questions the motive while a tense back and forth unfolds.

Coun

Street Confrontation Sparks Verbal Sparring

A courtroom exchange features a dispute over who is the aggressor as a witness argues that striking without provocation constitutes aggression, while another counters with a dark retort about suicide. The dialogue underscores heated tension and legal nuance in self defense and provocation.

pSuicide

Daughters Refuse Fall Clothes as Father Faces Fear

In a comic exchange a daughter declares she needs no new clothes for fall while the father bursts with mock despair and exclaims he feared the moment would arrive. The dialogue captures a light family moment with humor and affection.

The Dance of the Fair Brigade on a Jazz Night

A vivid cavalry of dancers swirls through a hedonistic 400 in a late night scene. The poem-like piece captures music to their right and left as feet trample forward while shoulders flash and spirits remain bold amid chaos.

Fair Brigade

Olds Social News Highlights Local Visits and Birthday Club

Delmer Schafer of Brighton visited his sister Mrs. Bennie Miller and family. Ben R. Miller dined with Joe Miller's family. Olds High School held a party and Freshies were initiated. The Ladies Guild picnic honored Pastor Mrs. Carrie Lucas with a silver coffee urn and birthday cake. Various locals hosted visitors and attended services and dinners.

Delmer Schafer Brighton Bennie Miller Ben R. Miller Joe Miller Olds High School Ladies Guild Carrie Lucas Mildred Allen Wayland Eva Adams Forrest Davison Detroit Mich Elwyn Davison H. Long Wellman Tony Johnson Dale W. R. Long Merrimac Chas. Barr C. L. Garrick John Huston, Jr Davenport Bernice Cassady Howel Bonnie Cassady Avis Flon Sioux City Walter de Witt Frank Young Ferrel Young Crawfordsville Chas. Rogers Birthday Club John Huston Earl Miller

Community Announcements From West Chester Church Groups

Local notices invite Bethel community social at Irvin Lambert home on Friday. A reception in the Methodist church on Sept 12 honors Pastor P B Gray and family, teachers, and students heading to college. Various church groups plan meetings and events including a chicken dinner bazaar and Bible study at the Y M C A building.

Irvin l Lambert Methodist Church West Chester P. B. Gray

Daughters of Veterans meet Monday and church services cancelled

The Daughters of Veterans plan a regular Monday meeting on Sept 12 at 7 o'clock. Bethel church will not hold services on Sept 11 due to the pastor's illness. Fortnightly Home Economics Section 1 meets Tuesday at Mrs J A Porter's home with changed venue noted.

West Chester Pythian Sisters M. EB. C Nellie Tripp Alice van Fleet Ethel Daughters of Veterans Bethel Church J. A. Porter 4Th Avenue

Missionary Bertha Lang to Speak at Baptist Church

Miss Bertha M. Lang, returned from China and sister of Mrs. Arthur A. Vinz, will address the Baptist church Sunday evening at 7 30. Regular services follow: Sunday school 9 30 morning worship 11 B Y P A 6 45 and evening service 7 30. Rosemary club meets Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Cloyce Stewart. members to discuss a recently read story.

China Bertha M. Lang Arthur A. Vinz The Baptist Church Rosemary Club Cloyce Stewart

The Car Owner's Scrap-Book Practical car care tips and fixes

The article lists common causes of engine misfires from ignition wear to fuel and carburetor issues. It stresses regular inspection, monthly adjustments, and daily checks of water, battery, fuel, oil, air in tires, with practical do it yourself tips for listening for knocks, grip on pedals, loosening valve plugs, and overhauling guidance. It also covers painting fenders, valve grinding, and makeshift tools like a listening rod and pin puller.

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