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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1939
Page
8
A fragmentary local notices page reports a range of events. It mentions a death rumor about a woman similar to Mark Twain being exaggerated, editor injuries, a hospitalized boy in Creston, family visits across towns, a church conference, a funeral, travel for ministers, and various local social notes.
Political commentary notes President Roosevelt facing choices on the Hatch Bill and the falling spending-lending program. The piece discusses how the Hatch Bill could hinder New Deal appointees and party control, while a reduced 1.64 billion spending plan limits administration aims ahead of the 1940 convention and possible August adjournment.
The State Department informs Japan of abrogating the 1991 trade treaty after a six month period, raising fears of embargo action. The move follows broader policy tensions after British-Japanese understandings, seen as a pressure tactic toward Japan and an influence on British stance. Vice President Garner’s candidacy remains nonpublic, with attacks from rivals shaping his image.
Emerson and Emersonians share items of interest across community activities. This department highlights local welfare, events, clubs, school news, and civic happenings affecting residents and organizations in Emerson.
Mrs Laura Angus aged 79 died at her daughter's home in Reno Nevada. Funeral services were held at the Cumberland Baptist church with Rev J F Stille presiding. Survivors include six children and other relatives. burial followed at local cemetery. Friends and relatives from Osceola and Cumberland attended services and a large dinner was prepared at Waubousie park.
Obituary notes the death of Mrs. J A Spears in Santa Ana California born Nettie McLain in Henderson County Illinois July 31 1868 died July 26 1939. She moved from Mills and Red Oak Iowa to California years ago and was a Presbyterian. Survived by husband four daughters and three sons. Funeral held in Santa Ana Saturday morning.
The Emerson Gassers won two of three games over the weekend with wins at Stanton and Corning and a loss at Creston. Pitcher E McMastera and offense produced nine runs in the Corning game while Daugherty held Creston to five hits in a 1-0 defeat. Tomorrow the Gassers face the Brown Cubs from Piney Woods Mississippi.
The article recounts John Lewis testifying before House Labor Committees amid labor strife. It notes his accusations against Garner and a personal attack on his nomination, a blow to the Garner campaign. It also discusses CIO strikes, auto union strategy, and a large Fisher Body plant clash injuring 66. It mentions a national packing house strike as a potent political threat involving farmers and critics.
Corydon resident Grismore says he saw hundreds of snakes in trees near a limestone ledge near Lineville. He insists he drank only water and describes the reptiles using the cold season to claim they inhabit the area. The Corydon Times Republican notes the bizarre sight as a major local tale.
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