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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1936
Page
1
A column details Iowa events as Shenandoah firemen attempt to sell 58 turkeys for Christmas but the plan collapses. Turkeys bought from Charles Curry escape in a produce house and a large tom breaks a window. most birds are later recovered from nearby trees.
Des Moines authorities link a series of threatening calls to Dr H C Schmitz tied to a debt case against Dewey Berlovich, a convicted slayer. Investigators describe the calls as arson threats and physical violence amid the dispute.
Cherokee Dr Hirschman celebrates a remarkable bowling score of 3090 claimed amid cheers from friends. The text notes a hypothetical league prize and recalls a past golf hole in one at Cherolles course, framing a celebrated athletic career.
A local initiative in Cherokee introduces the citys first stop and go traffic light at the intersection of highways 5 and 5. The setup aims to reduce delays and improve safety for drivers commuting through the junction.
Edith Prior Leahy of Port Washington New York a University of Iowa sophomore is pictured on the January issue cover of McCalls magazine She previously appeared on the June 1925 cover and has posed for the artist near her home Leahy a Pi Beta Phi and YWCA member plans to major in dramatic arts
National acknowledgment from Who's Who in Law arrives too late for the late Thomas H Smith as J. C. Schwartz and a duo sought information for the book. Smith was an attorney in the state and a senator.
C F Schultze, a 65 year old union picket, for a year urged patrons not to attend the Pok adot theater. Francis Mahoney, theater manager, struck Schultze and faced assault charges. Mahoney fined 25 dollars and ordered to pay the picket’s glasses and doctor bill.
Des Moines reports a final crop survey shows Iowa farmers gained 20 million dollars this year over 1925. The gain is based on the harvest figures released by Leslie M. Car, federal agricultural statistician.
Snow covered mountains and desert were scanned today by flyers and hundreds of ground searchers for two missing airplanes with nine aboard. The search widened for Western Air Express missing five days, carrying four passengers and a crew of three.
A three member commission for Iowa unemployment compensation would be appointed by the governor and approved by the senate. The six year terms pay 5000 dollars annually per member.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce elected a new leadership slate to take office at the start of the year. Harry Ramsey er was chosen president with Stanley McKeown as vice president Phil Weldin as treasurer and QO E Schmitt as secretary, replacing retiring longtime secretary Clarence Logan. The board also announced directors George L. McDaniel Cloud Willits Stanley McKeown Harry Ramsey er Bob Lytle and John Wing a. Schmitt resumes duties after health-related leave and brings local experience to the post.
Iowa City reports Wally Gaddis star forward will miss the St. Louis game against Washington University. His wife gave birth to an eight pound daughter this morning, keeping him at home.
In Oakville on December 19, Susan Holcroft, key witness in the Wolz murder case, says Tony Thompson fired the fatal shot that killed Martin Wolz on July 22, 1935. Edward Tallant, already serving life for complicity, confessed to save Thompson, while Paul Hake calls Tallant a liar as all three face murder and robbery charges.
Des Moines reports Gov. Cayde Herring receives framed crayon drawings from Fort Madison inmate Henry L. Huffington. The gift depicts Herring and President Roosevelt as a holiday gesture.
Vatican officials report the pope’s health worsened as a varicose vein burst in his leg forcing cancellation of the Christmas audience with the college of cardinals. Father Gemelli flew from Milan to consult with Dr. Imanti Milani, the pope’s personal physician, and the pontiff reluctantly agreed to call off the ceremony.
Rev C BK Strong announces an adoration pageant titled White Gifts for the King to be presented at Prairie Flower Baptist Church Thursday evening December 21.
Madrid dispatch reports Gen Jose Minjares stating royalists will fight on and prevail in the end with sufficient men and armament. Observers foresee a heavy future attack on Madrid as rebels consolidate artillery and German troops for renewed onslaughts.
At a tense meeting, Dr. Frank rejected resignation. Mrs. Jessie Coombs, regent, sat nearby. Wilkie's charges signal La Follette Progressives push to oust the Wisconsin proxy amid a board split on the president's removal.
Governor elect Nels G. Kraschel indicated he would not object if the legislature's special session considers repealing the $2 old age pension head tax. The move follows reports of a measure to remove the levy before 1937 ends, though officials say action in regular session cannot effect removal until 1938. The session, called to pass social security laws, could extend beyond its expected duration as legislators weigh ending the tax amid broader unemployment insurance plans.
Washington schools were dismissed yesterday afternoon for a Christmas vacation of two weeks. School work will resume on Monday. Most county towns and many advanced schools also observe the same holiday, with many Washington students already home for Christmas and New Year.
DES MOINES. Dec 19. More than 500 people have been killed or fatally injured in automobile accidents this year with five hundred one deaths reported and three more today. Names include Harry Slutz 61 Kingsley Oscar Swanson 65 Bettendorf Phillip Maxen 23 Iowa City. Slutz was struck as a pedestrian after his truck rammed another crash. Mrs Swanson died after being struck by an oil truck in Davenport. Maxen a pre medical student at the University of Iowa died when a car swerved overturned. Inquest planned tonight.
Oetjen seed store hosts a Christmas porch decorating contest in Washington tied to a tree centered display. Residents vote at the Journal office and winners receive cash prizes with voting closing December 24 and winners announced December 26.
Community appeal for Goodfellow movement seeks to exceed 3100 by today evening to cover half the budget. Donations fast, average over 30 dollars daily needed next week to meet goal by December 23, with readers asked to clip the Journal coupon and allow their names for public accounting. Contributions listed include Elmer Swickard 1.00 Magrowa 1.86 a friend in R F D Washington 5.06, bringing total to 70.55 of 200.
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