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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1919
Page
4
A Washington businessman misread a traffic signal from census takers on the White Way and Southwest Trail. He believed a roadblock existed and detoured six miles over freshly worked roads. He had warned several other drivers to turn back, angering officials.
The Davenport Democrat notes the hot weather has reduced the odor of motsballs, remarking on a limited advantage since the heat began. The comment reflects local commentary on environmental or daily nuisance factors.
The Rapids Republican argues wages are not too high but some working standards are too low. It states men are willing to pay for good work and should be glad to perform it, reflecting a stance on labor ethics and compensation.
Sioux City Journal quotes urging the president to send General Pershing back to Mexico with authority to act, arguing the country already granted the president his previous duties and should extend similar power for decisive action.
The Lincoln Journal notes a major political clash as a presidential policy prompts a heated response in Congress. It frames the moment as one of the most remarkable debates in American history, with sharp partisan language and high stakes.
It is too early to predict the outcome of the president's trip. Large crowds show interest in his talks, but until the tour of the west is finished, any forecast remains premature.
Davenport church groups from Davenport Rock Island and Moline have raised funds to support Billy Sunday events. The drive aims to cover meeting costs and extend the evangelist's reach across the region.
A Billy Sunday campaign opens Saturday in Rock Island with a grand tabernacle erected by Mel Trotter of Grand Rapids. The structure is insured for 10000 dollars and a vigil is kept for safety against opponents. Two choirs of 700 singers will provide music, prayer meetings occur in 250 homes, and a white flag will fly over each residence. All Protestant churches in the tri-cities will close when Sunday begins.
A California legislator’s florid speech ends with Vox populi vox Dei. A challenge to define the Latin phrase leads to a humorous misquote in which the opponent renders it as French and misunderstands the line, prompting further banter about who knows its meaning.
A New York Evening Post item lists a German speaker who expresses gratitude that many international crises do not burden him. He mocks global affairs like the Irish question, Fiume, Shantung, Korea, Russia, the Turkish Empire, Timbuctoo, Somaliland, and Mexico as not his problem.
The poem imagines life before writing and schooling ten millennia ago when history did not exist. It contrasts ancient simple learning with modern demands of dates laws wars and kings, ending with gratitude for today and a warning about future generations.
The Washington Star reports on the rise of European style apartment living in New York and Brooklyn as a solution to high city housing costs. It describes a 18th Street project with independent suites renting from 900 to 1200 yearly, and a Brooklyn complex on Duffield Street offering 600 to 225 monthly rents for varied four and seven room units.
Prols on GTI and Smorrrs report a Milwaukee judge fining one person and bending another to post bail after a traffic incident. Gustto Schulte of Kenosha is cited for a separate offense observed by a traffic officer. Heaton reports the reprimand was mild, and the court actions reference a district court proceeding involving Miss Milvet.
The report states TE attempted to persuade a Milwaukee woman not to smoke on the street. She became abusive and was arrested. She was fined $10. Ethel Weninger, arrested in a cafe, was charged with smoking as well. The judge hoped sixty days in the house of correction would deter her from smoking.
Albert Ray and Elinor Fair return in Love is Love at the Fox Theatre Friday. The new photoplay stars the duo in a contrasting story that showcases Ray’s humor and Fair’s emotional range, continuing their popular screen partnership.
Des Moines Capital argues republican senators should push to the limits of treaty modifications and adopt both the peace treaty and covenant, contending the president blocks action yet would accept concessions. It warns European states may be unreliable while praising the league concept if nations act in good faith.
George confronts Aunt Fanny about gossip that his mother is involved with a man who is not his father. Fanny confirms widespread talk that the mother and the man are possibly engaged, and George accuses her of sharing details with a close friend. He ends the conversation, deciding not to discuss it further for now.
George Minafer arrives at the Johnsons home seeking information. Mrs Johnson greets him warmly yet keeps the conversation tense as he abruptly shifts to ask pointed questions about a matter linked to Major's circle, leaving the scene unresolved.
An old recipe for darkening gray hair uses Sage Tea and Sulphur, now sold as Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound in drugstores. The ready-to-use product claims to restore full color in hair by morning and leave a lustrous, natural look suitable for genteel appearances.
The advertisement touts Zemo as an antiseptic liquid that stops itching instantly and clears eczema pimples rashes and other skin problems. It claims rapid overnight blemish disappearance and notes price 35 cents for a bottle and one dollar for an extra large bottle from The E W Rose Co Cleveland Ohio.
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