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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1932
Page
1
Belgium unanimous cabinet decision repudiates the United States war debt installment and submits resignation to King Albert. France debates repudiation after finance committee rejects conditional payment plan. Britain pledges to pay December 15 as part of a revised schedule.
The rabbit hunting contest staged by Leon Beatty Jost of the American Legion ends in a 49 rabbit tie for both Ill Brown's and Martin Witter's teams. The tie will be decided later as rabbits are distributed to needy families via Mrs. S. R. Miller. The Legion dinner plans feature rabbit as the main menu item.
Last night's low reached three degrees below zero signaling continued frigid conditions. Wind chills may drop further overnight as a cold front persists across the region. A freeze warning is in effect for urban and rural areas.
Amos chapter De Molay officers were re elected at last night s meeting. Walter Wells as master councillor William Shannon senior councillor Dale Kiesey junior councillor Sherman Watson scribe. Officers to stay six months. Christmas party planned and December 26 targeted. Committees formed Red Helwick to decorate Hill Shannon chairs general committee. Donation two dollars to Good Fellows Christmas basket fund. Peter Jungblut petition accepted. DeMolays look to a bright future with this officer slate.
About thirty Men’s Forum members met for dinner at the United Presbyterian Church where talks by Dr. J C Boice and others outlined seven objectives adopted by the Beaver Pa general assembly. The program featured Marion George introducing William Stewart and John Owen with a trombone solo. a Ladies Aid service provided the meal.
Des Moines staff photographer George Yates spoke to the Rotary Club, detailing fast paced news work, use of planes for speed, and infrared cameras for dark conditions. He recalled covering a Marysville Missouri lynching and predicted a future 15 000 foot Davenport shot. Next Monday the club will host its annual Christmas exchange.
A large machine shed and garage on the Wes Reiner farm two miles south of Richmond burned yesterday evening with its contents. Neighbor Lawrence Dawn discovered the blaze, but it had already gained considerable start.
Hogs weighing about 225 pounds contributed by J A Mayer G H Mayer and W C Sheets of Dutch Creek were killed at County Home to be ground into sausage for distribution to needy families in Washington. Five local meat markets offer equipment and service free of charge under Mrs Della Miller.
Neighbors and Kalona fire department fought to save nearby structures after a blaze gutted a building and farm equipment. A Model T Ford roadster may have started the fire. the car and contents were insured except for the vehicle. Merritt Reiner suffered severe burns while trying to rescue items from the shed.
Washington December 13 leaders of seven dry groups testified before the Ways and Means Committee to block passage of a beer and light wines bill. They warned the measure would revive pre prohibition evils and harm workers while favoring the white collar class. Bishop James Cannon Jr led the charge calling the proposal a blow to legitimate industry and urging a dry fight in every district. The session drew a crowded room as witnesses pressed for no compromise on control and argued return of the saloon is likely if the eighteenth amendment is weakened.
Washington meets Kalona in the Ke Wash conference opener at the high school gym at 7:30 PM. The Washington junior college Cardinals face Enna Jetlick’s Mt. Pleasant squad. Coaches name Kupka, J Wells, McEhinney, McClure, Crone for the high school lineup while Jackson is ineligible. Junior college sends Marshall, Sehulty, Wells at center, and guards Wells and Cime with Freshiwaters’ substitutes including Raymond, Jones, Shannon, Lytle, Turner and Kern. Odds favor Kalona in the nightcap.
Police in Iowa City interview a 12 year old after questioning several witnesses about a reported incident. Authorities say the inquiry continues with no final determination yet.
Funeral services are set for Wednesday at 1 PM at L. A. Jones funeral home with Dr. W. W. Bowers of Waterloo to officiate. Interment will be at Wayland Cemetery. A longtime resident, she died yesterday evening at her home after a brief heart attack. She was active in the Methodist church and formerly a schoolteacher.
Capt. Jay Brown of Troop F received the quarterly pay checks for troopers. The payments, totaling over $1,000, will be distributed at the weekly drill Wednesday evening for a three month period. Capt. Rt. A. Isker of Burlington from the regular army is expected to attend tomorrow night to inspect the troop.
Police were at a Lews location today for crews in the bombing of the Varsity Theater yesterday shortly after 6 P M. Officers did not disclose the identities of those involved as the investigation continues.
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A California fan recounts the cold Rose Bowl vibe and mocks Notre Dame and Harvard while praising the California line. He jokes about sending players to the stands and notes a future Rose Bowl clash with Pittsburgh.
At a Washington County Democratic central committee meeting at city hall, campaign affairs were wound up. Contributions and assessments totaled 96.80 received by chair FF. E B. Smith. 24.80 paid to treasurer M. C. Delong. Bills of 90.51 were paid, including 14 for printing and 3.50 to the Journal and 2 for banner painting. Accounting noted deposits at Commercial Savings Bank as of Oct 5 1931 and balances transferred leaving 43.44 on hand.
Howard J. Cunningham 41, president of Green, Fulton & Cunningham in Chicago, shot himself in his 360 North Michigan Ave offices yesterday. He died at Henrotin Hospital two hours later. A note asked his wife to be notified. He leaves his widow Inez Travers and a son.
The House tabled Rep. McFadden’s impeachment resolution against President Hoover by a 361 to eight vote amid intense exchanges. McFadden accused Hoover of violating the constitution over war debts and related actions, while Republican critics urged resignation.
Mrs Myrton Shelley state secretary of the American Legion auxiliary will speak by radio from WHO and WOC Wednesday at 3 30. Mrs Bella Rice of the Washington chapter reports she will urge Christmas plans for soldiers in hospitals and their families.
Iowa endures two year’s worst cold snap easing as milder air moves in with snow expected tomorrow.
Harrison M. Dodder announces that the Otter Washington club stores will close on Monday December 26 in observance of Christmas. The decision follows a club agreement from several months ago to observe holiday closing as Christmas falls on Sunday.
Funeral services for Charles, brother of two, with sister Helen a teacher in Waukegan, Illinois, will be held tomorrow in Chicago after burial there. Uncles John and James Cunningham of Washington relayed the word today.
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