Inquiring Reporter on Henry Field Nomination for U S Senator
Five residents share views on Henry Field run for U S Senator. Sam Secrel doubts Field will win, predicting split vote if Brookhart runs or if regular Republicans back a Democrat. Ed Schakel says Field acted to divide vote and won surprise nomination, but will not be elected. T. W. Graham praises Brookhart and his relief measures, arguing Field can’t win. B. H. Sack questions Field, fears harm to Brookhart’s campaign, doubts Field’s suitability. Plette expresses uncertainty, disliking the outcome and questioning Field’s fitness, predicting a reaction against him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Secrel
Henry Field
Brookhart
ED. Schakel
Field
T. W. Graham
B. H. Sack
Haynes
Congress
Plette
U. S
Courthouse Statistics Applications for Marriage License
John L. Whitlatch of Knoxville and Evelyn Goemaat of Pella apply for marriage license. Wilma June Roche of Tracy born May 29 1932. Alberta May McVey of Knoxville born June 5 1932. Bonnie Sue Melia of Pershing born May 7 1932.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Whitlatch
Knoxville
Evelyn Goemaat
Pella
Wilma June
James Roche
Tracy
Alberta May
Lawrence McVey
Bonnie Sue
Tony Melia
Pershing
Bi-Centennial celebration at Iowa State Fair
The Iowa State Fair will join national Bi-Centennial plans with a nightly fireworks presentation depicting Washingtons life from boyhood home to Yorktown. Scenes include the Battle of Yorktown and Washington crossing the Delaware. Events run August 26 to September with Patriotic programs on Legion Day August 27 and eight days of observances statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Washington
Yorktown
Valley Forge
Delaware
Grandstand
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Parent-Teachers Association
Women’s Division
Farm Bureau
Mial
The Greeks Had a Word for Them at Rivola
Ina Claire Joan Blondell and Madge Evans star in The Greeks Had a Word for Them at the Rivola for three days starting Saturday June 18. The trio charms through life from millionaire to millionaire with sly wit and brisk pelvic comedy amid penthouse apartments and ocean liners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Goldwyn
Ina Claire
Joan Blondell
Madge Evans
Charmers
Lowell Sherman
David Manners
Phillips Smalley
Notice of Hearing for Forfeiture of Conveyance
In Marion County Iowa a proceeding in district court names Henry Van Ekeren as owner of a 1930 Chevrolet Special Coupe seized for transporting intoxicants. Hearing set for May term in Knoxville with default entered if not defended by August 12 1982. County Attorney Harold Clements authority notes the case.
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State of
Iowa
Henry van Ekereil
Henry van Ekeren
District Court
Marion County
Marion
Knoxville
Harold, Clements,ounty
Farm Home Near Baxter Destroyed by Fire
Nell Bucklin farm home near Baxter in Jasper County was a total loss from a fire of undetermined origin that started in the basement around 11:30 p.m. Sunday. The house and furnishings burned. insurance covered the loss. The Baxter fire department could not save the building. The Bucklin family were away in Waterloo when the blaze broke out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jasper County
Nell Bucklin
Baxter
Bucklin
Waterloo
Weather Tree and Other Reviews in Library Notes
Glen Hazard hides in Tennessee mountains as Lynn Clayton arrives to open coal mines and faces hostile locals who revere an ancient weather marker tree. Tarkington’s Marys Necy praises Massey’s blend of humor and learning. Hopalong Cassidy and the Eagle's Brood follows a murder raid led by Hopalong Cassidy and allies. Milne’s Two People marks his first novel attempt. Oscar Wilde’s best known works highlighted for enduring wit and fairy tales for children.
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Chapman
Glen Hazard
Tennessee Mountains
Lynn Clayton
Billy Whiteoak
Tarkington
Hopalong Cassidy
Mulford
Big Henry
Hopalong
Tex Ewalt
Johnny Nelson
Bardits
Hell’s Centre
Milne
Oscar Wilde
Chi Ren
Britain
What Do You Read This Week at Carnegie Library
A weekly department presents a local reader and Carnegie Viersen Library patron review. This feature highlights a chosen book, reflects personal impressions, and invites community comments on reading choices and library support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie- Viersen Library
Sparks Fly Upward by Oliver LaFarge
Esteban, an orphan of the Spanish Wars, rises from lieutenant to general and rebel commander amid love triangle with Favia and Marta. The novel traces his loyalties between Castilian aristocracy and Indian life, ending with Marta as his peace. Sara Wormhoudt praises LaFarge for a brisk vivid portrayal of caste conflict and Indian downtrodden.
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Esteban
Cuist- Inc
Don Geronimo de Cerromayer
Senora Favia de Cerromayer
de Cerromayer
Presidencial Guardia
Marta
Favia
de Cerromayor
National Army
Oliver la Farge
Esteban Perez de Cerromayor
What’s On the Radio weekly department feature
This weekly department surveys popular radio features, sharing impressions and practical lessons for daily life. It reviews programs, formats, and hosting styles, offering takeaways for listeners and broadcasters alike, with a focus on engaging content and relatable guidance.
Radio interference woes spark city discussion
A reader notes persistent static on WHO and WOC, blaming weather and high power electrical devices for poor reception. The city hired a technician to locate trouble, with unclear actions taken, and debates a balance between listener radio rights and appliance use.
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WHO
WOC
Baseball Roundup Signals Wide Day of Big League Action
Major league games featured Brooklyn routing Chicago 9 to 2 as Lou Warneke exited early. Mel Ott and Al Simmons homered twice each with Ott lifting the Giants past the Reds 4 to 3 and Simmons helping Philadelphia edge Cleveland 4 to 3. Charley Grimm left early as Cubs outlasted Brooklyn 7 to 6 in 14 innings.
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Lou Warneke
Cub
Brooklyn Dodgers
Chicago
Mel Ott
New York Giants
al Simmons
Philadelphia Athletics
Ott
Giants
Cincinnati Reds
Cleveland Indians
Simmons
Charley Grimm
Chicago Cubs
Brooklyn
Cubs
Philadelphia Phillies
Pittsburgh Pirates
Yankees
Ruth
Gehrig
Gomez
Detroit Tigers
Lefty Grove
Athletics
Chicago White Sox
Washington Senators
Charlie Berry
Boston
St. Louis Browns
Red Sox
St. Louis Cardinals
Boston Braves
Hack Wilson
Bob Brown
St. Louis
New York Yankees
Melvin Ott
Baseball Feud and Blowout Highlight Quiet Season
Luke Appling of the Chicago White Sox and Fay Dodd of the Atlanta peach were kept secret before leaking out. Crowder of the Washington Senators shut out the White Sox scoring ten to nothing and struck out three Sox pitchers. A dispute over a double play triggered a fight between Finn of the Brooklyn Dodgers and Jergis of the Chicago Cubs, with both players ejected.
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Luke Appling
Chicago White Sox
Fay Dodd
Atlanta “Peach
Crowder
Washington Senators
White Sox
Sox
Finn
Brooklyn Dodgers
Jergis
Chicago Cubs
Battle of Yorktown at Des Moines
Des Moines area committees say the Yorktown battle is destined to dominate talk in Des Moines and surrounding countryside. The event draws interest from residents and local groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorktown
Des Moines
Nine Night Revolutionary Pageant at Riverview Hippo drome
A nine night presentation at Riverview Hippodrome Theatre starting June 18 features Des Moines performers under Geo H Hoskyn of Chicago. The show reenacts revolutionary days ending with Yorktown battle scenes with fireworks, costumes from Wingate, scenery from Chicago, and Juni or League and National Guard involvement. Proceeds support the Junior League Convalescent Home.
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Riverview Hippodrome
Des Moines
Geo. H. Hoskyn
Chicago
Yorktown
Wingate Costume Co
Hoskyn
Fred C. Bohen
The
National Guard
G. C. Greenwalt
St. John’s Dramatic Society
Joseph Campbell
Ethel Veatch Schmidt
Stoner Music House
Junior League
Man's Right to Possess Resting on Unselfish Use
A quotation from Rev. E. M. L. Gould argues that true possession rights depend on the owner's capacity to use what they hold for the common good rather than self service. The remark reflects a moral stance on property and responsibility.
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Rev. E. M. L. Gould
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W. M Snyder
Zoe Akins
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Library Notes
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Erickson
Heerema Drug CO
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Sun
Broadway
Mack Sennett
Enomore College
Ford
Star Auto CO
Southwest Corner Square
Hugh Orchard
Cedar Rapids
R. J. Casey
Robert J. Casey
Chicago Daily News
Ugh Orchard
Chamber of Commerce
War Memorial
Willys- Knight
Orchard
Indianapolis Speedway
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