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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1932
Page
4
Keota News notes season returns of birds and their insect control role. Citizens are urged to scatter crumbs to aid feathered helpers as nature reestablishes food sources, ensuring birds can feed during the early season.
The writer notes wonderment about election outcomes from small towns to large cities. Voters hold power when they act and may dramatically change local and broader governance. The piece warns that both Washington and state officers contain good and poor officials, urging scrutiny of incumbents.
The Columbus Gazette argues against the proposed nine foot channel in the Mississippi river calling it backward unnecessary and a waste of taxpayers money. It asserts the project will make little impression on the men in charge of funding billions for the plan.
The race heats up with Col Glenn C Haynes joining eight Republican aspirants. Haynes' entry may siphon Brookhart support while Henry Field poses a strong challenge. The contest also features potential alignments around Dickinson and candidates Kickelberg Galloway and Hague.
Southeastern Iowa ministers gather at First Congregational church Burlington on Monday April 18 with Des Moines county host to include Washington Louisa Muscatine Lee Henry and Jefferson associations. Dr Palmer and Dr Martin speak on sermons world change and God. Luncheon and toasts follow sessions 10 to 3:30.
Hollywood April 11 The deadpan comedian Buster Keaton recovering from a mild influenza attack after a high profile airplane ride to San Diego with his two sons The episode followed a dispute with his wife Natalie Talmadge Keaton who sought LA district attorney intervention Keaton said he wanted to show who was boss in the family He then rested for several days after the trip to recover from the illness.
Do you know it's true notes the Do you know it's true program shifts focus from bank confidence to social responsibility. It warns that idle gossip damages character, wrecks lives and harms banks, urging individuals to talk thoughtfully and restrain unnecessary chatter.
Henry Boyd of Louisa County a Civil War veteran and prominent farmer notes a global shift in business conditions. He says conveniences now drive behavior and people resist giving them up until forced. The piece reflects wartime era uncertainty and long term economic change.
White materials reflect heat while black absorb it. The cooling effect depends on color as well as fabric texture and type, influencing how much heat is retained or released by clothing.
Ray Murphy of Ida Grove Iowa emerges as Iowa’s choice for national commander with endorsements from the Iowa Legion executive committee He earned strong showings at Detroit and will be touring other states as part of his campaign State Commander Robert Calflesh leads Murphy's drive and Murphy is praised for leadership and service by supporters including the Towans of Portland where next convention will be held
The passage notes a push to convene to elect him, praising his service to the Legion and to the nation. It frames the call as a duty to rally support and secure leadership through the convention process. The quote reflects a political persuasive appeal within a campaign context.
Iowa City April 11 Professor Karl E Leib of the University of Iowa commerce college says the nations economy shows no breakdown amid current crisis and that only magnitude differs from past downturns He cites panicky public mood and forecasts improvement after election and debt and tariff decisions at war end.
Iowa health leaders plan a two day conference named the Iowa White House conference to discuss improving child health and protection. Attendees include Rotary clubs Women’s clubs Parent Teachers’ associations American Legion posts and school officials with 1500 to 2000 expected. Governor Turner opens followed by Dr S J Crumbine of New York.
Authorities report that the current restrictions have proved effective enough to justify further extensions. Officials pledge continued monitoring and adjustments as needed to sustain progress.
Warsaw reports a new Polish general tariff likely to take effect around May 1 1932 with many rates set to rise under the changes. The move aims to adjust duties across sectors and may impact imports and consumer prices.
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