08 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
1
Glenwood column reports 18 month old Mary Ellen Johnson, daughter of farmer Kenneth Johnson, was in serious condition after drinking a pint of kerosene near here.
The Iowa City police department will double the power of its radio transmitter after a federal commission directive. The current KAWP transmitter, installed a year ago, operates at 50 watts, according to Police Chief W H Bender.
Des Moines Iowa report shows 1938 primary road paving reached 292 miles, bringing total primary system mileage to 6110 miles after adding 4818 miles on January 1. The 10 year bond proposal aimed for 4900 miles of paving.
Waterloo youths Duane and Gary Geiger were hospitalized with suspected diphtheria of the ear. Cultures showed they carried diphtheria but the drainage came from the ears rather than the throat, a Waterloo board of health official said.
Pickets representing employees of unionised Dubuque milk concerns were removed from in front of the Hillcrest Baby Fold on Asbury Road. For nearly a week officials heard milk from non union companies. Settlement terms were not announced.
Waterloo family reports their 18 month old son Harold Huebner was bitten by a rat two weeks ago while lying in his crib. He was taken to a local hospital with a fever though doctors say his condition is not dangerous. Initial tests on the rat carcass showed no rabies signs and further tests are pending.
Davis City reports the area’s most severe tularemia case from a skunk bite. James Jones, 27, of Leon vicinity, is dangerously ill in hospital per Dr Reed. Three others John Scott 19 Lloyd Cox 17 and Mrs Clyde Gibson contracted the disease from handling rabbits but are not severe.
Jeanette Linda man a Des Moines area teacher died in a Decorah hospital. An autopsy by Dr. Francis McNamara of Dubuque found a brain tumor, ending the investigation started by Payette and Winneehick county authorities.
The Young Lawyers club of Sioux City announces a free legal service clinic to assist needy persons. The clinic will offer office rooms a paid secretary and regular hours likely one afternoon weekly. Edward O'Brien serves as chair of the clinic committee and says lawyers have donated their services to a number of needy clients.
Italian sources say Mussolini has rejected a French plan to ease tensions without Tunis as the main battleground. Paris reportedly proposed Italian say in Suez Canal tolls, control of the Djibouti to Addis Ababa railway, and a French withdrawal from Spain, but Rome insists Tunis must anchor negotiations.
In Keokuk Iowa three or four young bandits believed Italian aged 18 to 21 robbed Belmont cigar store employees and patrons of $800 after lining them against a wall. They refused jewelry and small cash, claiming they wanted "big dough" and fled in a car with Illinois license plates.
Cecil Replogle, who lost an eye in an early altercation, testifies as the state’s first witness in the Crandall case in district court. The trial features cross examination by County Attorney Richard A. Stewart and Defense Attorney L. J. Kehoe about events leading to the alleged assault with intent to commit great bodily harm. A feud over attention to Replogle’s sister is cited as backdrop. The jury list includes Clifford Small Florence Orr Charles G. Schmoeller Edward Wingler Richard Pratt Lillian Simpson Elizabeth Prebyl Florence Davis Orville Griggs Bessie Applegate William Schulty Alvin Smith.
Melvin Booth Lewis Smith Howard Stewart Milo De Long of West Chester attended a game dinner Tuesday evening in Winfield sponsored by the K P Lodge. Mr and Mrs Fred Neuhart and Mr and Mrs Harlan Neuwhart were Sunday dinner guests at J R McGraw home.
With 38 men at work on the new grade school on North Fourth Avenue, foundations poured and interior cross walls in place. Concrete floors to be poured before brick work begins. W T Carson reports plumbing near completion. PWA funds 55 percent of cost and audit by Samuel J. Cahn completed. Bernice Derby filling in at city clerk's office during Fulton’s illness.
Dr C A Boice reports $152.49 raised so far in Washington Christmas seal sales with expectations of doubling the amount by campaign end. Sealed donations fund tuberculosis efforts as residents are urged to send in money promptly. A fourth chest clinic at the county hospital begins Monday at 9 30 am with 50 to 60 expected. past clinics examined 822 people for early TB signs, funded by the seal drive.
Oscar Grow of Atlanta Missouri hails improving quality at the Washington County poultry show held at the city hall. About 330 birds entered from county farms plus pheasants and fancy pigeons are on display as judging continues this afternoon. Welcome visitors are invited to view the exhibits alongside a notable handwork display featuring rugs, crocheted pieces, and embroideries.
Good Fellows distribute contribution boxes at Washington businesses to fund Christmas baskets for needy families. Colonel rank Macon led donors followed by J. Lemmon as the drive begins with a coupon in yesterday’s Journal. Proceeds fund baskets and delivery depends on total gifts.
The Y M C A boys work committee reports 208 boys have homes provided from Washington hosts for the Hi Y conference. Leaders Melvin Gingerich and Kenneth Kimberlin will guide the delegation. enrollment expected around 200. Local support from the Chamber, schools, churches, and pastors noted.
A self-starting siren atop the Washington hotel caused chaos from 3:20 to 4:00 AM as drivers circled streets seeking a fire. Electricians Paul Wolf and Oakley Payne from Iowa Southern Utilities cut the faulty wires to stop the noise. Fire crews did not respond to a call, and operators reported no fire. Repairs were completed, with a warning to prevent future insulation damage where wires cross the building.
A car and a truck collide on East Main street near the square sending three youths to the country hospital. Franklin Kinsley faces possible intoxication charges as injuries include facial cuts and chest pains. the truck was driven by Ernest White with Dorothy Denison as a passenger.
Readers are urged to mail contributions to the Good Fellows via the Evening Journal or place donations in Washington store contribution boxes to ensure a joyful Christmas for a local family in need.
Residents survey chaotic night near Hotel Washington where alarms triggered fears of war, possible fires, and criminal acts. Quotes from Howard Hazen Glen Anderson Bill Kyle Don Hazen and Dunham Morrison reveal confusion about a blaze at the hotel and suspicions of underpass sabotage.
Residents near Washington reported Scott hounds barking loudly as the fire siren sounded, creating a clash of sounds that made it hard to distinguish between fox dogs and the alarm, disturbing several blocks.
Harry Watkins recalls waking to a siren or dogs, dressing, and driving downtown to confirm a fire. He later found no blaze, then picked up a neighbor and returned home. The brief anecdote captures a sleepy urban moment and neighborhood alertness.
A couple described leaving home to downtown after waiting, meeting Hal Williams at the library corner who labeled the event as a short. Their account notes a casual, informal scene and Williams’ remark.
Helen Carson, a bookkeeper, stood by the telephone waiting for information when a man’s voice finally asked for a number. The momentary shock left her unable to recall her question as she sought clarification.
The Journal's Photographer describes waking to reports of a town blaze and checking film stock amid confusion. He recalls spotting a blaze to the north through a window and being advised by his mother that the incident was a mistake.
Mrs Joe Wolfe recalls how she kept men at her residence from making a downtown trip when an open switch revealed the false alarm. She heard the operator say there was no fire and the siren was stuck, determining the peril from within.
Ralph LeMoine, a local teacher, believed the town was aflame or at war and joined a surrounding procession of motorists circling the square with blank expressions and open mouths.
L. E. Travis of the Telephone Co. said he tried to reach the operator overwhelmed by nearly 500 calls in under an hour, fearing a possible criminal act. He described the incident as alarming and unusual for the unit.
Henry Little a fireman is surprised by an early whistle and dresses quickly. He waits about ten minutes for a call before Hank Kayine, nearly pacing, runs toward City Hall seeking updates.
Marquis Turbott, 81, died at 2 45 this afternoon at the county hospital where he had been since December 1. The body was taken to L J Jones funeral home where funeral plans are being made.
T and Maxwell 74 of Crawfordsville died last night at his home after a three week illness and heart attack. Funeral services set for Friday at 2 30 p m in the United Presbyterian church with Rev Norman Webster. Burial in Crawfordsville cemetery. He was born February 18 1864 and lived all his life here. He owned and ran the Manners dry goods and grocery business, served as postmaster 1890 to 1914, and married Florence Johnson in 1908. He is survived by his wife and two sons Maurice and Ted and one sister Mrs M DeLong of Washington.
The Howard McCleery family relocates today from 621 West Munroe Street to 402 East Main Street as their move is completed.
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