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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1920
Page
4
A reader proposes corn shocks at road corners to improve visibility for motorists. The idea aims to reduce accidents at sharp bends, noting some landowners have already cleared corners. Driver caution at dark corners is advised while awaiting action.
The article reflects on gasoline as a key energy source, noting potential relief from shortages if Mexican oil is opened to the world. It recalls gasoline’s rise from novelty to essential power for aviation and road travel, and speculates on future propulsion breakthroughs.
The piece notes Judge Matchett's failed bid for Chicago States Attorney nomination, highlighting election anxiety for office seekers and the reality that many worthy candidates cannot be successful. It reflects on public fate affecting political outcomes.
The community recalls Judge Matchett a former local resident and academy graduate cherished as a standout youth and platform speaker. He was famed for forensic oratory in school days and is linked to the notable Matchett Fulton debate where Fulton did not appear.
Prof and Mrs G M Knox and two children, visiting Mrs Knoxs parents in town, depart for New York then to France to resume reconstruction duties in devastated areas. Also notes a bank ad and a family moving from Wellman to Ottumwa with Rev Barker and children David and Alice.
A fragment from Fayette Missouri notes the birth of a baby girl to Mr and Mrs Orville Moore born Aug 5. Blanche Mann is also mentioned as part of the Moore family in this community notice.
A W Yard announces he has sold the business and will be at East End Grocery for the next few days to settle all accounts owed to him. He urges debtors to call and pay in full during this period.
The Lemley family plans its annual reunion at Sunset Park on Saturday September 18. Local families including Combs Davis Schlatter Beenblossom and Lemley relatives gathered for church events and a recent sale at Groendycke's with most items selling reasonably.
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