19 Apr 1938
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1938
Page
1
Humboldt sailor Stephen Dwyer 22 writes his parents Mr and Mrs H EF Dwyer Humboldt that a cornea transplant from a fellow sailor performed aboard the U S S Saratoga on April 1 has been successful.
Seventeen persons were admitted to citizenship in Cedar Rapids. One petition was continued and one denied.
Waterloo Billy Bray six son of Mr and Mrs Chevn ray suffered a broken leg when accidentally hit by a bicycle ridden by Floyd Davis twelve during the Master egg hunt at Cedar River park. More than 1000 children jammed the park in a search for colored eggs.
Iowa State Teachers College Bartlett Hall women’s dormitory adopts an anti kissing rule after protests over long good night embraces in dorm parlors. One coed quips she’d rather have a Coke, highlighting casual norms around dormitory behavior.
Ames council passes first amendment to beer ordinance restricting Class B beer sales within 175 feet of churches or Ames school system facilities. The vote ends 3 to 3 with Mayor Frank J D Paine casting the deciding affirmative ballot.
Mrs. A. J. Stretr nagie reports she hid $85 in the hem of drapes and sent them to cleaners in Davenport. Upon return two days later the cash was missing, investigators say.
Des Moines report states H. R. Gross, radio newscaster for WHO, will not seek the Republican nomination for governor in the upcoming primaries. He had been mentioned as a possible candidate but exits the race.
Congress advanced President Roosevelt's recovery plan by adding 101.5 million dollars to federal highway funds for the next fiscal year, raising total highway spending to 201.5 million. The Senate added 51 million for CCC funds while the House passed a historic agricultural supply bill of 913.5 million.
From April 19 1928 John Winga bought the North Side Cafe on the square from H A Dougall and named it The North Side Cafe. Over a million meals served and staffing grew from six to eighteen with ongoing upgrades including air conditioning and a new private dining room as the cafe gains stature among travelers and diners in the midwest.
The State Bank begins its seventh year with assets of 1 694 362 72 and deposits of 1 442 181 27 up from 730 422 12 and 635 624 77 at opening in 1932. The bank reports steady growth, conservative operations, and minimal staff changes since inception led by Sidney Moore succeeding Ross Davis as executive officer in 1933.
J E Lemmon member of the park commission told Washington city council yesterday evening a plan to acquire the Gen Hiram Scofield estate property between West Main and West Washington on Avenue F for a park extension near Sunset Park. He noted the seven lots are vacant and dilapidated but could be transformed into a pleasant public space with land filling and clearing. The council agreed to approach the estate holders, Scofield heirs, who no longer reside in Washington but support improving the old hometown.
At yesterday’s Washington city council meeting Mayor Lytle appointed Jay Brown as head of the police department, Major L T Saul as night marshal, and Mark Pratt as a third night officer. The new uniforms will be funded half by the city and half by the officers, effective May 1.
Fifty four current teachers signed contracts to teach next year in Washington public schools. Two new teachers were elected to fill vacancies. four positions remain open. Principal Della Patton retires, to be replaced by George Fields, with Ruth Stewart and others assigned to vocal music and specialist roles across schools.
Lee Holland has led the bank since then contributing to its growth and strength. T. C. Reeves, an original director, was succeeded two years ago by Walter Jarrard.
Supt. Perry Jordan installes drinking fountains at four corners of the square signaling the approach of summer. The simple city act is described as proof that warm weather is here.
Franz A. Jacobsen of Ottumwa and Mario Heinz of Dubuque were executed by hanging at the state penitentiary for the killing of six year old David Peter Fox. Governor Krascher scheduled the death at 5 50 with the lethal apparatus proceeding nine minutes after. Heinz died at 5 59 and Jacobsen at 5 40 after being declared dead earlier.
Mrs. R. C. Hughes of Ottumwa, the only woman to witness the double hanging in Fort Madison, said afterward that her knees did not shake and she did not feel weak and that it did not bother her.
In Ottumwa the 1936 murder case of Catherine Leahy ended as Heinz and Jacobsen were hanged at Fort Madison. Both men wore white carnation lapels and faced the gallows with coffee rather than last meals, while prison officials denied Jacobsen’s request for a singing last song. Eighteen men have been executed for murder in Iowa since 1848.
Chairman Wayne Norman announced that notices of soil depletion acreages and corn acreage allotments have been mailed to about 2,400 farms in Washington County. Farmers missing notices should contact the office to participate in the 1938 program. About half the 1937 soil conservation payment applications are signed, with returns to Des Moines and checks anticipated within two weeks after signing.
Harold Kline in charge of the Harelay grocery cream and egg station serves farmers around Washington. A native of Davis County, he moved from Bloomfield and Pulaski to Washington, building up the department over eight and a half years. Married to Marie Green of Memphis Mo, he lives on South Marion Avenue.
Charles George, longtime Graham employee, is appointed manager of the Graham store at Maryville Missouri. He will move from Washington to Maryville around mid May and will handle buying and promotion plans with buying done in St. Louis. Maryville, population about 6200, hosts Northwest Missouri State Teachers College and offers expansion potential for Graham stores.
Polls opened with a stronger response than the prior bond election. By 11:30 a.m. the tally reached 475, more than double the earlier election at the same time, with forecasts of a near doubling of total turnout if the pace holds, though some voters may come later as polls stay open until seven.
Mrs Juanita Mathers arrived Saturday evening from Des Moines to visit her mother Mrs I B Kabe nold at her home.
W A Anderson former Clinton banker faces trial for violation of national banking laws. Defense argues case targets him for loaning to the Tri City Star Davenport newspaper. Anderson admits giving 2000 Hanover Woolen Mills stock notes as a blind loan after a $150,000 external loan. note not intended for payment.
A Saturday tornado near Wellston damaged two 18 by 24 foot sheds on the Carl Corpman farm owned by Minnie Corpman with losses estimated at 300 to 400 dollars. Apple trees were blown down. Near 0.75 miles northeast, the Lloyd Hayes farm lost a roof on a corn crib and shingles from another building. No houses were damaged on either farm.
At the Washington Teachers Association meeting yesterday Guy Carlton of the Junior High School spoke on teaching United States history. Ralph LeMoine, president of the group, addressed the proposed annuity plan for teachers.
Mrs Ralph Minick bought a new suit but the skirt fell from the package. She discovered the loss at home and used the Evening Journal want ads to locate a matching skirt, restoring the suit. This note marks National Want Ads Week.
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