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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1920
Page
4
A discussion on how surroundings shape people, citing Luther Burbank. It argues that cruel or hostile environments nurture crime while peaceful, loving, sunlit settings foster upright behavior and growth for both children and adults.
The passage critiques Mr. Cox for redirecting concern from his pledge to Mr. Wilson's covenant and alarms voters about Republican influence, urging focus on domestic matters instead. It notes Cox insists on this shift and questions its intent.
Lafe Bud complains about hip pocket strain as residents prepare to vote, noting the irony of choosing small comforts like lemonade or cigars while awaiting polling hours. The informal chatter captures cafe conversations ahead of the election day.
The narrator praises the fishers as dauntless and brave preparing to sail. They return laden with kippers and finnan haddies as fog and sea glories surround their vigil. A wary talk with an old seaman reveals distrust of political luck and race outcomes while noting life at sea remains steady despite change.
The article argues the issue is paramount, citing Gillford Pinchot's warning that Cox's election could empower a coalition of old southern Democracy and major urban machines. It notes war-time excesses should end and warns against renewed Democratic rule, likening relief to a typhoid relapse.
Harry Carey stars as Fighting Job a Border Ranger in Blue Streak McCoy at the Fox Theatre. Job thwarts Otis the mine official and a clandestine affair involving Marlowe and his wife guiding Diana Hughes back to her family. Supporting Universal players Ruth Golden Ruth Royce Ray Ripley Chas LeMoyne Lila Leslie Charles Arling Breezy Eason.
Mrs Glenn Miller Mrs Will Caldwell and Mrs Harry Jones announce a picnic dinner for their class members next Saturday Sept 25 at Sunset Park All members are asked to attend The Fortnightly club evening literature department meets Monday at 7 30 at Mrs F L Wilsons home The discussion focuses on Hebrew Prophecy and the period of Jewish history when prophecy was highest
The text poses questions on prophets purpose and meaning of prophecy, Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones, and references to various biblical passages. It then lists local church notices: Rally Day flowers, Mystic Workers meeting, Fortnightly club meetings, and a Methodist reception for the new pastor and choir director with farewells and guests.
Funeral services for Mrs Mary E B Wolfe widow of Joseph Wolfe were conducted by Dr W W Bowers at the Jones McElhinney chapel yesterday afternoon. A quartet from the Methodist church sang. Pallbearers were Samuel Poole Jacob Poole Frank D Howard Dell Stewart. Interment followed at Elm Grove cemetery.
Household goods to be sold at one block east of the Baptie church on Saturday September 25 at 1 pm sharp. Items include stove gas plate walnut dining table linoleum couch base burner rocker writing desk German heater sweeper wire cot bedstead dresser sewing machine commode carpets dishes garden tools lawn mower rockers and a solid walnut gate leg antique dining table.
Announcement for Mrs Dougherty D F Macon invites attendance promptly at 1 p m with dates and days indicated as tue thu fri.
Letter from E M Gooding questions the capacity of Alcohol to haul wood alcohol in a playful inquiry. The note reflects a newspaper tease asserting that advertisements count as news. The item captures a humorous, era style mashup.
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