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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1932

Page

3

Prohibition Campaign Gears for Iowa City Meetings

Allied Campaigners led by Dr Daniel A Poling plan mass meetings in Iowa City May 9 and 10 as part of a national drive by Allied Forces for Prohibition. Six speakers including Poling and Col Raymond Robins tour 500 cities to rally support for the 18th amendment, with sponsors from politics and religious groups.

Friends of the Iowa City Dr. Poling Allied Forces Raymond Robins Oliver W. Stewart Ira Landrith Norma C. Brown Harold Singer Jane Addams Wiliam Ek. Borah Josephus Daniels William G. McAdoo Morris Sheppard Gifford Pinchot 8. Parkes Cadman John M. Moore

Verdi F. J Longer Correspondent

Verdi April 26 reports study on local affairs with focus on community events and brief notes from Verdi F J Longer, correspondent in the region.

Mushroom season tips and harvest ideas from a local expert

A mushroom enthusiast from Pease and Ross Motor Co. shares preferred gathering methods and preparation. An authority predicts peak season from May 3 to 12 if frost eases, noting a two week late season and advising frying in butter after flour dipping for best results.

J. K. Pease, Pease and Ross Motor Co

Community Notices and Local Visit Trends

Mrs Wes Finch spent Sunday at the Will Bealer home. Mr and Mrs H Gates from Downey visited Saturday at the Leslie Gates home. Shirley Rorick and five friends from Fairfield were guests Friday evening at Leslie Gates home. The boys were contestants in the musical tournament at Washing ton. Frank Macon was a caller in our neighborhood recently. Harry Hesseletine and Andy Polis are removing the snow fences for the highway commis sion. Mr and Mrs Joe Nebergatt were Sunday dinner guests at the Leslie Gates home. Try a Classified Ad.

Wes Finch Will Bealer H. Gates Downey Leslie Gates Shirley Rorick Fairfield Washington Frank Macon Harry Hesseletine Andy Polis Highway Commission Joe Nebergatt

West Chester High Wins Conference Meet Streak

West Chester High takes first in a conference meet behind standout performances by Lindenmeyer and Harley. Notable marks include new records in the 120 yard high hurdles and discus, with Lindenmeyer leading multiple events for West Chester and Keota setting several top times and distances.

West Chester High Hamilton Richland J. Lindenmeyer W. C Harley Richard Brighton Bott Keota Boone Kalona Pence Pringle Bond Rich Yoder W. CC Gardner J. Lindemmeyer Mills Hough W. Stout Stone Lindenmeyer Dunbar Stoutner Grady Katona Durian Wellman dadsh—Pence Dunhae F. Lindenmeyer Adrian Brewer Fagan West Chester Robertson Stout Robison

3500 Walnut Trees Planted West of Washington

J. Lemmon planted 3500 black walnut trees on his property west of Washington this spring. Car Klein added 1000 more for himself. The two men promote conservation and reforestation. About 8000 trees cover a 2 acre Lemmon tract under a state forestry plan restricting use for ten years. Klein had previously planted trees.

J. ©. Lemmon Washington Car Klein Lemmon State Forestry Department Ames Klein

Heflin Contest Declared Lost by Senate

The Senate ruled Senator John H. Bankhead of Alabama legally entitled to his seat, ending the 1930 election contest filed by former Senator J. Thomas Heflin. The decision clears Bankhead of Heflin's challenge in Washington.

Washington INS Senate John H. Bankhead Alabama Bankhead J. Thomas Heflin

Diplomats Lose Hope for Global Disarmament Plan

In Geneva Secretary Stimson and top delegates abandon hopes for a wide disarmament program. France’s Premier Tardieu cannot attend a key five power meeting, pushing talks to technical groups. Stimson plans to depart Geneva Saturday for Cannes, with Bruening, MacDonald also leaving for Europe.

Geneva INS Henry Stimson Andre Tardieu France Stimson Cannes Riviera United States

City Widening Crackdown on Taxi Dance Halls in Chicago

Chicago moves to dissolve an injunction shielding Clark Erie School of Dancing as Circuit Judge Finnegan weighs the master in chancery Brown recommendation. Police shut five taxi dance establishments last night after licenses were revoked.

Chicago Phillip Finnegan Clark- Erie School of Dancing Clark-Erie I. Brown Finnegan

Welch Moore Shoe Company Anniversary in Washington

The Welch Moore Shoe Company in Washington marks its anniversary, noting the firm’s two eventful years amid economic uncertainties. Owner Mr Moore has backed community interests through club, judge, and church work, while Art Pratt remains on the job and Frances Haney oversees repairs and shining.

Welch Moore Shoe Company Atlantic Washington Moore

Grain Tables Show Mixed Chicago Trading Signals

Chicago grain prices list WHEAT CORN and OATS with May July September and December figures. The report notes floatation of bids and closes, including specific highs and lows, with later reference to an injunction obtained by Clark-Erie establishment owners after a recent raid for immoral dances.

Chicago Clark-Erie

Plan Observance of Memorial Day

With Memorial Day approaching focus shifts to selecting a suitable memorial. The piece notes many delay until days before May 30 and emphasizes timely arrangements, including committee appointments for Memorial Day observance.

Commemoration Observed In Shared Day Of Remembrance

A observance underway honors loved ones who have passed away, marking a day set aside for reflection and tribute. The event emphasizes communal memory and a quiet, respectful remembrance across attendees.

Norbeck Blames Bankers for Deflation Pressure

Senator Norbeck of South Dakota chairing the banking committee warns bankers are worsening deflation by withholding new loans and not extending old ones. He says he will summon them to Washington for explanation if the policy continues.

Washington Norbeck South Dakota Senate Banking Committee

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