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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1927
Page
4
Dante Pierce argues for a centralized program to use gasoline tax funds for county and township road improvements. He cites Madison County with about 47 thousand dollars this year, noting rock surfacing could cover 25 miles at under 2900 dollars per mile and long term maintenance benefits.
This note presents daily word study focusing on preposterous as contrary to nature or reason and common sense. It contrasts misused terms like numerous versus many books and clarifies commonly confused forms such as confidant versus confident.
A passage discusses Iowa's planned spend of about 209 million dollars on secondary roads over ten years regardless of farmer road construction outcomes. The fragment also quotes Browning’s Pippa’s Song from Pippa Passes, praising its lyric imagery and noting it as a beloved piece.
The piece denounces Sinclair Lewis as a Bolshevik ally and atheist who ridicules American clergy in Elmer Gantry. It argues the novel is a malicious attack on the church and society, praising clergy for their real deeds and condemning literary sensationalism.
The column jokes about Santa Claus struggling with labor shortages as temperatures soar near 104 degrees. It muses on Santa moving his workshop to the north pole for cooler conditions and easier production of Christmas cheer.
A citizen confronts an officer shouting about a bootlegger, prompting the officer to downplay the urgency and remark another offender will appear soon. The quip concludes that honesty, though unpopular, remains unmatched.
A historical snippet presents a wartime morale exchange with a line about “Germans” and a punchline about spreading news. It also includes a note defining a subscriber as someone who wants newspapers independent except for his interests.
A sailor questions if the operation is a hand laundry and the Chinaman confirms. The exchange includes a humorous mispronunciation and a casual remark about washing hands. The fragment notes a broader sense of idle talk amid political apathy and a hint of possible bait being arranged.
A hesitant man with a small satchel arrives at a flat to tune pianos. His performance shapes a great composition from chords, revealing thwarted ambitions. He finishes his recital, collects tools, and departs, leaving a wistful trace of unfulfilled dreams.
A dialogue underscores overcrowded transit and public hardship as a father recalls his wife standing on a ride. A sharp aside compares people to price lists, while a teacher quizzes Johnny on gender and stereotypes, prompting a pun about masculine and feminine categories.
A Chicago Tribune note recalls biblical steadfastness in Shadrach Meshach and Abednego amid fire and heat. It contrasts a meddlesome trolley passenger with a young mother and ends with a brisk Christmas countdown.
Report from the Black Hills notes President Coolidge fishing with worms to catch rainbow trout draws criticism from some who claim trout bite only on flies. Missouri Senator Reed and other critics are mocked while veteran anglers defend worms as effective, with officials citing high water as a reason. Milk-fed worms and a gift of worms from the Izaak Walton League add to the tale.
Bethel news notes Mr and Mrs Lloyd Foster expect a baby boy arriving Thursday Sept 8. Mother and infant are at Washington County Hospital with Miss Hattie McConnell caring for them.
Rain brightened pastures but lightning caused losses including three horses and two hogs killed and damage to lines. Fall Festival committees met at the church setting September 23 24 with fruit vegetables grains bake goods and crafts on display. Proceeds from sale of entries go to the church.
The speaker argues the best way to boost a town is to work and pay bills not talk or parade In a broader reflection he cites President Coolidge Charlie Chaplin Gene Tunney and Col Lindbergh remaining quiet to question how long the country will tolerate silence
William G. Brock and Edward F. Schlee, around the world fliers, will leave Omura flying field Tuesday en route to this city. They were forced down by fog at Omura in the monoplane Pride of Detroit on their Shanghai departure.
We extend sincere thanks and best wishes to everyone who aided us during our recent bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. J. Lindley Coon Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Coon Mr. Ira A. Coon and Mr. Raymond W. Cross join in expressing gratitude.
A trial is sought to confirm payment for AD8. The journal argues the case hinges on expected results and timing.
The 408 students include 77 seniors 123 juniors 96 sophomores and 116 freshmen. The junior class appears largest and could be the largest to graduate. Students crowded offices for keys tablets and information as the opening assembly began with Rev Wylie speaking on the Sermon on the Mount.
The hall remained crowded with students unsure about schedules and room locations until daily corrections. Football practice started with workouts from four to dark as Coach Rice aims for every day out to improve chances to play. Columbus Junction may take the hint as orchestra practice begins with a regular schedule on Tuesdays at 1 pm and Wednesdays at 7 15 pm and Thursdays at 1 pm.
Thursday Miss Reaney conducted voice testing for girls as part of the glee club process. Several girls auditioned and the full list of those accepted into both boys and girls glee clubs will be published in this column next week.
A Friday meeting at four o'clock outlined state requirements for band and orchestra credits. Members must attend regularly, with at most five excused absences and no more than three unexcused. Special orchestra practice was held Saturday at one, band practice at three.
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