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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1919
Page
4
The piece urges living in the present and not delaying happiness or action. It warns against procrastination and emphasizes that today is the only certain time to act and find joy, noting the futility of planning happiness for tomorrow. It grounds the message in wisdom about time and choice.
Tipton Bud at Th Little Gem says the big issue in the country is the high cost of living. Miss Fawn Lippincut returns from the state fair noting the auto exhibit was popular but relatives were not as well off as in earlier years.
A pointed verse contrasts talkers with single themes to those who discuss many topics from pelicans to politics. It laments that constant monologues bore listeners while varied, scattered conversations keep neighbors engaged and preventing dullness.
The Marshall Town Times Republican notes Washington County fairs are unusually successful in Iowa this year. The piece adds a whimsical claim about a fairie in every county's home.
The Oskaloosa Herald notes Schlitz brewing company destroyed 400 barrels of beer to reclaim the tax, describing it as breaking the heart of Milwaukee in the reporting.
Iowa papers urge changes to city ordinances to jail reckless drivers with Des Moines listed among good roads counties. Editors wonder why a state election wasn’t held instead of ninety nine county elections and question timing of results.
The Washington Iowa city council met August 18 with Mayor Boyee presiding. They approved last meeting minutes, fixed various claims, accepted Bidwell Coal Co. for city waterworks and electric plant coal, and passed an ordinance levying property taxes for the next fiscal year. The report on city wells was filed and park tax funds were set for finance committee review.
Ottumwa boosters plan to bring the I O O F grand lodge meeting to Ottumwa in 1920. The Ames 1920 gathering in October triggers a campaign including a booster card, circular letters to delegates, and organized county support.
Oskaloosa Iowa Sept 22 The Mahaska County Auto Thief association formed to protect auto owners succeeds the old anti horse thief group which halted horse theft in Mahaska Will Gochee named president J M Reed secretary and R K Davia treasurer Strong action to be taken against joy riders and auto thieves.
The Fort Des Moines post could be restored to its pre war cavalry status if the government discontinues the reconstruction hospital. The Des Moines chamber of commerce led by Representative C. C. Dowell is pressing the surgeon general to keep the hospital open and to reestablish the sixth cavalry at the post if needed.
Os kaloosa city administration orders demolition of the stucco Victory arch downtown built at cost. The arch darkens the street and has caused near accidents near the corner, while the 168th Infantry regiment is expected home.
In Cedar Rapids Iowa on September 22 the Washington and Grant high schools report all students back at their desks after a walkout demanding shorter hours. Principal Miss Abbie Abbott says discipline remains good and decisions on leaders will be made later by Superintendent J J McConnell and Abbott. Weather and a planned mass meeting failed to affect the return.
Covington Kentucky September 22 tobacco growers and buyers in northern Kentucky plan action to combat the anti tobacco crusade. W D Spalding a Covington tobacco merchant called a meeting for September 8 to organize without delay to defend the tobacco trade. Emmet Orr former deputy US marshal tours 54 Kentucky counties aiding tobacco merchants against proposed restrictions in Georgia and other states.
An advertisement touts S. S. S as a cure for eczema and skin eruptions claiming skin troubles stem from impure blood. It urges readers to start treatment, notes the medicine has sold for fifty years, and invites letters to the Swift Spectral Dept Atlanta Ga for complete advice.
A one line note references the novel Magnificent Ambersons and its copyright held by Doubleday Page Company.
In a tense domestic scene Isabel hesitates over a marriage letter while George battles with conflict and accusation. He confronts his mother about accepting a suitor and the impact on their lives, then drafts to Eugene a forthcoming decision that could fracture their townbound routine.
A mother writes to her child describing the pain of separation and her vow never to cry in front of him. She expresses gratitude for the gift of life, asks forgiveness for past suffering, and suggests talking in the morning about what to do next while hoping for reconciliation.
A tourist hears a queer local story as a driver recounts a young couple who vanished while climbing a hill. It is rumored they continued upward until they disappeared, then likely descended on the far side, leaving the mystery unresolved.
Railway timetable shows eastbound and westbound departures and arrivals for multiple lines with Nos 11 49 29 87 89 and others. Local passenger and freight services run daily with several trains exempt on Sundays and some suspended Tuesdays Thursdays or Mondays as noted. Agent H W Russel and J W Calvert are listed as agents with corrections dated December 8 1918.
LODGES Washington Lodge No. 26 A F and A M holds regular meetings on the first Friday night of each month. Washington Chapter No. 14 R K A M meets on the second Friday night. Bethlehem Commandery No. 45 KT meets on the second Friday night. Washington Chapter No. 08 OE meets on the second Thursday night. Visiting brothers welcome.
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