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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1934

Page

8

Mandalay Fox Tonight and Local Church Suppers

Local news notes events at the Methodist church with a Mandalay Fox screening tonight. The Methodist home mission societies hosted meals Friday and Saturday with about 130 to 150 served each meal and more at Saturday night. Visitors include Mr. and Mrs. A A DeLong from Rock Island NJ and Mrs Ella DeLong of Crawfordsville. Harry Ward travels to Chicago to buy merchandise for H I Ward & Company. Mrs S J Cocklin of St Paul, who sang at the church anniversary, plans to stay awhile. A Monmouth College glee club concert occurred Friday with a 30 member group directed by Glen C Shaver. The Hebners attended the Sunday afternoon church service.

Kay Francis Mandalay’ Fox Methodist Home Missionary Societies Methodist Ladies Aid E. E. Stutsman A. A. DeLong Rock Island M. C. DeLong Ella DeLong Crawfordsville Harry C. Ward Chicago H. 1 Ward & Company S. J. Cocklin St Paul T. H. Rickey Beeun John Owen Washington Monmouth College Men's Glee Club Monmouth College Auditorium Glen C. Shaver A. B. Hender Davenport R. A. Hender Oction Maurine Martin Glen Martin West Chester Burlington Hospital C. D. Loose Mt. Pleasant Washington — Schools Methodist Church A. W. McBlain Oellen's Jesse J. Miller Betty Ruth Jesse Earl Mr. Miller Ketty Ruth Esther Essiey Oleeta Stewart Jesse Farr Mrs. Miller Methodist’ Church

Iowa behind on prison libraries, says Ames leader

John H. Chancellor of the American Library Association notes Iowa's prison library system, begun by Miriam Carey, once a national model, has fallen behind with little ongoing support. He praises Ames Book Club, Des Moines Readers Guidance, and University of Iowa extension work for reviving reading interest among adults.

Des Moines Iowa John H. Chancellor Division American Library Association Chancelor Austin v. MacCormick Bureau of Prisons MaccCormick Welfare Island Prison New York Miriam Carey Grate Shellenberger Davenport United States Iowa Board of Control Longa Ames Iowa State College A. G. Woollfries Extension Department C. A. Brown Des Moines Public Library Tpn Parent Teachers Association University of Iowa

Local social notes and events in Iowa communities

Kay Francis appears at the Fox tonight while the Rukabger and Miller families visit Moline and Sterling. I W Cox and Willy attend an Iowa City art exhibit with Willy’s high school entry on display. Lorado Taft portraitist Wayman Adams demonstrates at the Memorial Union. Pearl Stephens Whistler visits Iowa City with the Cox family. Seed corn orders advertised by Octjen Seed Store.

North End Elmer Shalla Mar. T I. W Cox and Willy Iowa City Memorial Union Phe Coy Wayman Adams Lorado Taft Adams Pearl Stephens Whistler Jowa City

Foster Seeks County Board Nomination for 2935 Term

Hoyyd Foster announces candidacy for the county board of supervisors nomination for the term starting January 1, 2935, subject to Democratic voters at the primary election in Judge.

County Board of Supervisors Juge Foster

Panama Canal birth status sparks citizenship questions

Citizens fear that Panamanian American children born near the canal may be treated as Manama citizens, raising questions about nationality right and local policy.

Panaws Canal Deepee Manama

Reno Attacks Taxation Policy in Des Moines Address

Milo Reno, leader of the Farm Holiday Association, denounced taxation policy in Des Moines. He warned unrestricted taxing power could mirror the downfalls of great nations, cited Liberty Loan failures, and urged a graded land tax to shield home ownership and lessen indirect tax burdens on farmers and workers.

Des Moines U.P Milo Reno Farm Holiday Association Reng United States Reno Iowa

Kay Francis at Mandalay Tonight

Last chance to see Kay Francis in Mandalay at Fox tonight. Des Moines singer Margaret Corbin visits family here before returning home tonight. Local notices mention church visits, Seed Store ads, and community events with multiple residents and organizers.

Kay Francis Mandalay Fox Tonight

Jessup to resign as Iowa State University president

Dr Walter A Jessup will leave the University of Iowa on May 1 to head the Carnegie Foundation. The State Board of Education meets April 25 26 to consider a temporary acting president and a successor from outside the university or state. A farewell ball is planned for April 27 by the Ma wkt club.

Towa City Iowa State Board of Education Walter A. Jessu Carnegie Foundation For the Advancement of Teaching New York Jessup Kowa River Hlout Mawkt Club Iowa Road the National Bank OF Washington

Suit Over Tax Ride Ends in Fine for 11 Miles

Donald Scott 29, of Birmingham, appeared before Justice Clyde C. Bell in Fairfield this morning after an unpaid 11 mile ride charge. He was fined 8.80 dollars and given till Wednesday night to pay. If unpaid, he faces Jefferson county jail.

Fairfield Ledger Donald Scott Birmingham Justice of the Peace Clyde C. Bell Scott Jefferson County

Anniversary of Building Dedication At Ottumwa

The Ot tumwa First M. E. church observed its Sunday anniversary of the building dedication with music directed by former choir leader Mr. Miller and current director Miss Alice Hunter. A 20 year old quartet and high school brass quintet performed. Visiting pastors and a large congregation attended both services, with Dr. B E Bentzinger and Rev. E S Hebner among speakers.

M. E Ottumwa Miller Alice Hunter W. C. Hedges R. H. Hampsher A. L. Griffith J. K. Ream Amy Christian Hedges Mr. Griffith James Arrasmith Max Allen Robert Barclay Daryl Fetters Ralston Meek BE. A. Bentzinger Mt. Pleasant Yr. C. YD. Loose M. FE E. S Hebner Crawfordsville V. S. Smith H. F. Gilbert Chas. H. Keek Frank L. Wilson William Sutherland Ss. W. Neal VU. &. Smith A. Anderson S. J. Cocklin Oo. T RFR EF Shannon W. ¢. Hedges Hammer F FE. Stutsman Owen Hayes Witzleman First Church Burlington Leete

Buried Children Reported Near Arizobe Jail Transit Case

Authorities allege a 14 day stay related to a four years ago incident involving Hopl lodians. Charges against Scott arise from actions in Fairfield and Birmingham. Scott was located by Deputy Sheriff Goodale on a farm west of Birmingham and brought to Fairfield for a hearing.

Arizobe Scott Anderson Tax Company Fairfield Birmingham Herb Goodale

Fortnightly club drama meeting and local social events

The Fortnightly club drama department meets at 7 30 Monday with Miss Martha Sidles and Miss Boneta Larby at 622 East Main. D of U V meets Monday at 7 20 in G A L RR room. Past Noble Grand circle meets Monday with Mrs Dora Bailey at 7 30. Rainbow Girls initiation at 7 30 Monday at the Masonic temple followed by a social hour.

Martha Sidles Boneta Larby East Main Street D. of U. V G. AL RR Noble Grand Circle Dora Ailey Masonic Temple

Five Iowans Die From Weekend Accidents

Death toll rises to five from accidents across Iowa over the weekend. Oswald Farrell of Goose Lake died in a crash after veering off the road. Milton Underwood of Decorah died from injuries after a Friday night accident south of Decorah. John Denton near Lewis died when his car hit a bridge foundation. Albert Keller of Salix was struck by a train. Fillmore Setrow of Muscatine county farm perished from severe burns after a brush fire.

Des Moines Oswald Farrell Goose Magnus Forde John Denton Lewis Albert Keller Salix Chicago & North Western Fillmore Setrow Muscating County

Fortnightly Club April Meeting Plans and Elections

The April meeting of the American Home Department Fortnightly club meets Tuesday at 2:30 P.M. with Mrs. T W Harwood at 416 East Main St. A style show and officer elections are scheduled. Fortnightly Art Department meets at 7:15 P.M. at the public library with officer elections and a note on inviting other department members. The study year will cover American Art after radio broadcasts sponsored by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Section one meets at 2:30 P.M. Tuesday April 17 with Mrs. W J Masson at 1106 Mast Van Buren. notice a place change and aim for good attendance due to officer elections. Pythian Sisters hold Knights and Ladies initiation Tuesday at 7:30 P.M. at the K of P hall.

American Home Department T. W. Harwood East Main St Public Library General Federation of Women's Clubs W. J. Masson Mast van Buren K. of P. Hall

Columbus Junction Community News Tells of Revival and Contests

In Columbus Junction April 16 reports Rev Harry Buss and Rev Winters assisting in revival services at Letts United Brethren church. J F Coffin visits son Gaylord in Detroit. Columbus High mixed chorus rated excellent at Washington district music contest. brass ensemble string quartet and Ogier soprano solo rated good. Concord Charity circle met with Mrs Blankenhorn. Mrs Patton ill at daughter Mrs Curtis. Old Clifton club met with Mrs Rodhe. social hour after meeting. Cub meeting set for May 16 with Mrs Frye. Vesper service held at Reformed church led by Rev Jasmann.

Columbus Junction Harry Buss Columbus City United Brethren Shurch Letts J. FP. Coffin Conesville Gaylord Detroit Washington Columbus High School Fris Ogier Concord Charity — Circle M. L. Blankenhorn M. F. Patton Carl Curtis Old Clifton Club Lester Otiode Samuel Owen Cub Earl Frye Reformed Church KE. Jasmann

Wednesday club meetings and social events listed

The notice summarizes multiple Wednesday gatherings: O W club with Mrs. Denison, Just Us club with Mrs. Yard, a Pleasant Hill church surprise social, Pythian Sisters potluck at 6 30, UV and T club gathering at Mrs. Hox worth with a flower exchange, Living Lake school district ladies meet with Mrs. Dawson for farm bureau lesson and meal planning with noon dinner.

Just Us A. W. Yard T. Club Chas. Hoxworth Ladies of Living Lake School District R. J. Dawson

Card Of Thank You For Kindness After Death

We thank neighbors and friends for kindness at the time of the death of Mr. Humble Mrs Go M Humble and family express gratitude for support and condolences during their loss.

Humble Go M. Humble Seiberling

Hospital Cónvalesce and Discharges After Surgery

Mrs. P. G. Widmer will leave Washington County Hospital this afternoon for home after an operation last week. Miss Hazel Harbison of Ainsworth has been discharged from Washington County Hospital after an appendectomy about a week ago.

P. G. Widmer Washington County Hospital Hazel Harbison Ainsworth

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