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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1923

Page

5

Billie Alice and the real woman of his dreams

Jack Seabury dismisses a delicate image and falls for Billie who proves her real name is Alice. He learns to value a strong, active partner over a frail ideal as Billie confirms her nickname Alice is her true name and their romance ends in mutual match.

Jack Seabury Billie Dorn Billie Bille Alice Ken Bolt Jack Alices Williard Miss Williard Phil Baker West Emily Phil Jacek Seabury Fillie

Dingley Hat Gibe Sparks Congressional Banter

Jerry Simpson mocks Dingley on tariff policy by saluting his hat as a European made barometer. The exchange includes a follow up about a marriage proposal and a fatherly handshake ending with cigars promised to seal the moment.

Jerry Simpson Congressa Kansas Langley Dingley

Odd Days in Lent Reflect Modern Calendar Shifts

The New York Sun notes the era of modernism alters Lent observances. Lent this year falls on Valentine’s Day with playful valentines. Easter, April Fools Day, seems to mirror changing religious practice and calendar expectations.

Jones New York Sun

Brown claims coin date can be sold at club

At the club Brown asserts he can sell the coin’s date when shown the head side. Green challenges with a penny, asking for the date. Brown replies firmly that the date is the 11th of February, presenting the calendar.

Brown Green

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