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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1933

Page

1

Miners Talk Talks on Coal Industry Code Negotiations

In Washington the NRA administration won a meeting between United Mine Workers representatives and non union coal operators to press for a bituminous coal industry code. Administrator Hugh S Johnson attended along with Deputy Administrator K M Simpson who presided. In Des Moines Fred M Pownall was named temporary director of publicity for the NRA committee for six weeks.

Washington, D. C NRA Sriging United Mine Workers of America Hugh S.S. Johson K. M. Simpson Iowa Des Moines Fred M. Pownall The State University State Nra Committee

Wheat meeting set Friday for north county growers

County Agent W J Roudabush announces the final wheat growers meeting of the week at Kalona high school at 8 pm for north side growers not yet reached. A Brinton session follows Saturday at 2 pm in the club house. farmers who have grown wheat since 1929 are eligible for Farm Act benefits and must file intent to contract by September 10.

Kalona High School Brighton W. J. Roudabush Farm Bureau Gay Washington Roudabush

Westphal Plays Solid Golf in Iowa Open Opening

Vic Westphal, not among the leaders, posted 168 after opening rounds in the state open golf tour at Des Moines. Denmar Miller of Des Moines leads with 141. Westphal was set to tee off in a foursome with Oscar Heaney, Jim Canavan, and Red O'Dea.

Vic Westphal Des Moines Denmar Miller Washington Oscar Heaney Jim Canavan Clear Lake Red O'Dea Askaloosa

Exploring the History of Iowa Series by Briggs

A 34 part Iowa history series starts September 4 in the Journal. Professor Irom John Ely Briggs of the State University of Iowa guides readers from Marquette and Joliet’s view to the present, with weekly installments aimed at teachers and pupils under state law.

Iowa Irom John Ely Briggs State University of Iowa Marquette Joliet Mississippi River Briggs Iowa Daily Press Association Lowa the Palimpsest State Historical Society

Hog Birth Control Plan Sparks Farm Debate

A Las Vegas reader laments Hoover Dam irrigation cuts and land use. The note argues Wallace aims to regulate corn acreage and hog breeding, claiming both policies threaten farmers and a friend named Blue Boy. The writer warns of further plowing and pig culling to prevent hog overgrowth.

Las Vegas Nev Hoover Dam Mr. Wallace Blue Boy Wallace

Miss Everstine Daniels Readings at United Presbyterian Church

Miss Everstine Daniels, majoring in speech at Monmouth College, presented an interpretive readings program Tuesday evening at Crawfordville under the sponsorship of the Millison Circle of the United Presbyterian church. Harold Johnson of Fairfield reported on state history topics. the series will cover Iowa’s growth with geographic material, maps, and explanations valuable to teachers and students.

Iowa Everstine Daniels Crawfordsville Millison Circle United Presbyterian Church Ariven

Crawfordsville Homecoming Planned With Speeches and Shows

Crawfordsville announces a two day homecoming on September 1 and 2 featuring farm exhibits, horse shows, a Century of Progress display, clowns, a boxing show and platform dances. Friday schedule includes kittenball rounds, band concerts, minstrel show and a boxing finale. Sponsored by the Business Men's Association and the American Legion.

Crawfordsville Cecil Ease and Lisle Anwyl The Business Men's Association American Legion

Floods and high winds beset Atlantic seaboard

Severe floods and gale force winds hit the Atlantic coast from North Carolina to Maine. A passenger train wrecked on a flood weakened bridge near Washington with two dead. eight dead in Norfolk area. two in Newark. four canoeists missing near Philadelphia. Ocean City flooded. thousands homeless or stranded. City of Norfolk steamer reported.

United Press Atlantic Seaboard North Carolina Maine Washington Philadelphia Norfolk Newark Badleigh Seas Madison Norfolk Harbor Coast Guard Maryland Virginia

Service Station Robbers Traced To Burlington Loot

Traces of goods stolen from Crawfordsville and Ainsworth service stations linked to a Burlington burglary. Two men named Jackson and Blackie sought after a rear apartment on Ash Street held hundreds of dollars in loot including a typewriter, radios, Vietrolas, tires, and clothing. Ex-convicts tied to the case face ongoing police inquiry as officers transport the cache for identification.

Crawfordsville Ainsworth Burlington Iowa Illinois Washington County Fletcher & Crooks Fletcher Jackson Blackie Gladstone Ill Ash Street L. Crawford Georgia Frank A. Dorner Crawford Wisconsin

Washington junior college starts seventh year with growth

The Washington local college enters its seventh year as classes begin. Placement exams for freshmen will classify students for guidance. Over six years more than 325 students have enrolled, with registration set for next week on August 1 and September 1. local sheriffs and police investigate thefts and a suspect nicknamed Blackie.

Washington Local College Washington Junior College

80 000 Are Marketed at Six Centers

Chicago reports a surge in hog market activity under a farm program to remove five million animals. Receipts reach 164 500 hogs with 154 600 hoes noted across six livestock centers, driven by government incentives and farmers rushing to market. Sioux City yards see about 20 000 hogs and 500 sows delivered today.

Chicago Farm Administration Sioux City

Turner Tops Henry Little in County Tennis Upset

Hubert Turner defeated Henry Little in straight sets to spark excitement at the county tennis tournament. Wednesday results show Clow over Clow 6-2 6-2. Zillmer over West 6-1 6-1. Cantoni over Carlton 6-4 6-4. Turner over Lite 6-4 6-1.

H. Turner Henry Little Hubert. Turner Lauries Clow D. Clow B. Clow West Va Zillmer Carlton Va Cantoni Lite Va

Fifty Charter Members of Washington Post VFW

The Washington post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars closes its charter with a large Tuesday class and special ceremonies led by local officers. Fifty charter members join as the post begins its activities under Commander C. A. Neiswanger.

Washington Post The Veterans of Foreign Ware C. A. Neiswanger

Deserted bride secures divorce in brief Chicago hearing

CHICAGO AUP A divorce was granted to Margaret E. Windehy after a three minute hearing before Judge Harry Babeth. The wife left five minutes after the wedding and refused to live at her husband's mother's home, prompting the action.

Chicago Margaret E. Windehy Harry Babeth

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