Bible Thought for Today September 14 1923
A daily devotional note quotes Proverbs 8 5 urging simple readers to seek understanding and a wise heart. The dated entry presents a brief moral prompt for reflection.
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1923
Page
4
Bolsheviks Admit U S Labor Struggles Highlight Weakness
The piece notes Bolshevik influence waning in Russia and the United States amid railroad strikes and the Herrin massacre. It credits labor leaders and the American Federation of Labor for recognizing Bolshevism as a foe to labor while stressing immigration laws as a safeguard against radical movements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
United States
Herrin
Labor
Illinoistion of Labor
Seecatur
Til
William Z
Illinois
Vists
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason Hit on Moral Hypocrisy
A humorous poem mocks social pressure for flawless virtue. It argues that pristine reputations provoke envy and gossip, suggesting even the most upright people face scrutiny and that humans cannot live without occasional flaws. The piece urges cautious self judgment.
Restricting Immigration to Protect American Ideals
A public stance argues for tighter naturalization rules and banning immigrants lacking genuine intent to integrate. It urges welcoming only those who respect laws, speak English, and align with U S government principles to curb radicalism and safeguard the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
ABE MARTIN Sees Opinions Forming Early in Fast
Tip Bud complains that the debate moves too quickly as readers fix views before the main issue begins. He suggests retreating to plan for winter, joking about choosing trees to burn rather than face the coal strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tip Bud
Smashing Barriers Thrills At Fox Theatre With Dan Stevens
Vitigraph presents a thriller where William Duncan plays Dan Stevens a college graduate and multi sport talent. He joins a lumber camp faces initiation overcomes a tough foreman in a toe hold and proves himself to thwart a band of outlaws aiming to seize the employer’s lands. Journal Want-Ads notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vitigraph
Fox Theatre
William Duncan
Dan Stevens
Duncan
Protests Over Goose Lake Drainage Assessment
Greene county land owners protest the Goose Lake drainage tax assessed by the state for 448 acres. They argue the county board lacked authority to drain the lake and that the state share of 73000 is excessive, noting the lake bed was drained to reduce costs for adjacent lands. The attorney general reviews the protest as officials weigh whether legal action is warranted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dee Moines
Ben J. Gibson
Greene County
Goose Lake
General Assembly
County Board of Supervisors
State Executive Council
Haynes
Executive Council
New Paneled Wedding Stock Featured in The Journal
A note announces paneled wedding stock available printed or engraved by order through The Journal. The brief item emphasizes customization options and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Journal
Made a Hit With Him My wife benefited from your medicine
A testimonial asserts Mayr's Wonderful Remedy relieved bloating and eating difficulties after four years of suffering. The writer credits a druggist brother and claims the simple preparation removes catarrhal mucus from the intestinal tract and calms inflammation. The ad promises money back after one dose and lists Lemmon's Pharmacy and other druggists as outlets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wector
Mayr
Lemmon's
Advt
Quotable Snippets Mix Wit and Warning From Dayton
A collection of quips and proverbs unfolds themes of courage humor aging and social satire. Jokes touch on love prospects at different ages Italian sayings and a Dayton Ohio sourced remark about German marks and home crafts. The tone is light public domain humor with cultural references.
Bread with his coat on editor jokes about pay-up readers
The Covette Mail editor quips that society women knead bread with gloves on and mocks a local editor who needs bread without a blame thing on if subscribers do not pay. The piece includes brief shots from J W Buslin P J Crail and Harvey Matthews about media life and shows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Ward
Covette Mail
Brea
Hick Town Pokes Fun At Education And Local Columnists
A satirical note from a small town column mocks education and columnist effort. It ribbed readers about writing quality while praising local hangouts and jests about townsfolk, including unnamed contributors and neighbors.
Another Way to Destroy Insects Pests
A short, polemic note argues for stricter measures against those harming birds, calling for confinement of individuals who kill avian life. The piece frames pest control as tied to protecting birds and condemns animal cruelty.
Motorist recalls slow drive before collision
The motorist says he was not exceeding twenty miles per hour and was driving slowly when the accident occurred.
Warning to Dorothy on By-the-Way splinters rumor
A reader warns Dorothy Nelswanger after Don Young allegedly threatened drastic action for mentioning his name in the By-the-Way column. The note suggests cautious distance due to Young's claimed heavy weight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Splinters
Don Young
Dorothy Nelswanger
Don
Splinter
Notice of Probate of Will in District Court 1923
Notice is given that the last will and testament of Alonzo J. Steele, dated February 28, 1917, was filed, opened, and read. A hearing to prove the will is fixed for September 24, 1923 at 9:00 A.M. in the Court House, Washington, Iowa, before the District Court or the Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alonzo J. Steele
Washington
Iowa
District Court
Notice to heirs to probate will in Washington Iowa
The court notifies interested parties to appear and show cause why the will should not be probated as the last will of the deceased. By order of Judge H F Wagner of the Sixth Judicial District. Dated September 14 1923 at Washington Iowa. J D Glasgow Clerk of District Court. Tell the merchant 4aw your ad in the Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay
H. F. Wagner
Sixth Judicial District of
Iowa
Washington, Iowa
J. Dp
Glasgow
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