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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1937
Page
9
In Des Moines a GOP review shows the party gearing up for the 1938 senatorial race. The minority seeks to defeat Guy Gillette, arguing he could beat new deal rivals in June primaries but would lose backing afterward. A divided House and a strong GOP challenger are the aim, with money shifting in political wagering.
Rumor lists Lester J. Dickinson of Algona as a top candidate with Berry Halden of Charlton likely to repeat. Other mentioned figures include Lloyd Thurston of Osceola with seven terms, F. F. Faville of Sioux City, Fred Larrabee of Fort Dodge, Tim J. Campbell of Newton, and state senator L. H. Doran of Boone. Thurston may have considered entering the race.
Early reports name George Wilson of Des Moines as a leading gubernatorial candidate in 1936. Clarence Knutson and William S. Beardsley push in support as other figures like James Dolliver B. B. Hickenlooper Earl Hall C. B. Hoeven and H. E. Davidson loom in discussions for attorney general and auditor. Buck Manning rumored for state treasurer amid a legislature meeting at the state house where gambling was outlawed.
The piece outlines Polk County Democrats delaying state senate victory in a Republican Des Moines district. It notes Sen James J. Gillespie elected in 1936 may seek sheriff, while the state central committee gears for Jane and Jackson Day dinners. It mentions legal moves on pinball legality and ongoing court talks with Rep Milton Strickler absent, plus cigar tax mailings and postcards from out of state firms. It reports Fort Madison death row inmates awaiting gubernatorial clemency and odd notes about state officials Jerry Woos and Henry Roelofs.
Social notes from Fast Highland on December 15 recount visits and gatherings. Families including the Swailes, Roths, Veggys, Wielands, Mincers, Dvoraks, Webers and others shared meals, games, and celebrations at multiple homes. James Poorak Jr marked a Tuesday birthday while shopping trips occurred to Iowa City and Washington.
Prairie Flower society reports December meetings at the church with a gift exchange. Local families visit Burlington for shopping and social events. Church groups plan Christmas program and social hosts are named.
Riverside reports more fox sightings and chase recalls a $2 bounty earned by Lewis Wallschmidt in Johnson county. The item also notes visits by Teresa Schnoebelen Phyllis Kloppfer and local birthday celebration at Ki am Lukavsky home with multiple family guests and gatherings.
William Lukavsky was the honored guest at a birthday party in Fairview on December 14, hosted by Mrs. Vince Tellin. The event featured local attendees and festive arrangements.
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