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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1935
Page
4
A compact collection of religious and inspirational quotes notes Psalm 121 7 on safety from evil and reflection on conduct versus industry. It also cites George A Butterick and William Feather contrasting views on effort versus ease and commerce.
Senator John Valentine from Center ville argues that Democratic control of both state House and Senate will enable passage of drastic reforms urged by the interim committee he chaired, noting past interim groups struggled in a divided legislature. He contends full party control allows constructive statewide service and decisive action.
The report from a bipartisan interim committee urges drastic changes to state government. Bills to abolish bureaus, create a public safety department with a state police force, and establish welfare, purchasing agents face strong lobbying and debate.
A Chicago Tribune editorial argues the Iowa legislature should extend the moratorium, warning it enables debtors to cheat creditors and raises the honesty premium for those who repay. It cites past crises like the 1837 Jacksonian panic as precedent and stresses community recognition of trustworthy borrowers.
New Harding er y Film Has Wit and Charm at the State theater. Met ro Goldwyn Mayer presents Biography of a Bachelor Girl with Ann Harding and Robert Montgomery as a romantic pair. Edward Everett Horton and Edward Arnold provide sharp supporting turns, with Una Merkel and others in solid roles.
A Washington Post writer argues no divining rods or similar devices aid buried treasure quests. Special instruments like dip needles magnetometers and dial compasses serve prospecting for magnetic ores and are useless for non magnetic valuable ores. Uncle Sam cites geology knowledge as a key asset for modern prospectors.
Mr and Mrs George Reed celebrate 45 years of marriage on a farm near Washington with a dinner party at the North Side cafe Their 1899 Brimfield Illinois wedding began at 6 30 pm and 65 guests attended The couple moved to the area in 1896 with family members Morrow Reed Wes Liberty Spencer Reed Walter Reed and Edith Reel among those listed as attendees
In the District Court of the Southern District of Iowa Davenport Division Joseph F. Schantz of Wayland Washington County bankrupt adjudicated February 18 1985 first meeting of creditors will be held February 28 1985 at ten o clock in the forenoon at the office of the referee 115 East Washington Street Washington Iowa creditors may attend prove claims appoint a trustee examine the bankrupt and transact other business as may properly come before the meeting Dated at Washington Iowa this date stated.
The first ward social of the W. A. C. in Lincoln's birthday observance drew strong turnout with Mrs. Edith Miller moderating. Rev. Vernon Carter of the Christian church spoke on patriotism including a call for a new patriotism rooted in education, moral reform, and unity. Dr. J. C. Boice and Mrs. Boice highlighted Lincoln and the war dead while Ms Oleeta Stewart performed, and Mrs Milan Shields and others contributed readings and music. A social hour followed with patriotic refreshments.
In the county high school basketball tournament at Washington high gym tonight Ainsworth edged Washington 24 to 23 in a tense opener. West Chester defeated Wellman to reach the night’s key game, with Riverside 44 Kalona 42 and Brighton 28 Crawfordsville 15 in earlier results.
The V F W Auxiliary plans a program featuring special music and entertainment with Congressman William P Connery of Massachusetts. The aim is a noteworthy broadcast for the radio audience and general public interest.
The text explains that 1750 marks the boundary between Early American and Colonial periods in architecture and furniture. It notes that work prior to 1750 is labeled Early American, while pieces after are called Colonial.
Official notice to Washington County citizens that Dave Redman of Ottumwa applies to the Iowa Board of Railroad Commissioners for a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to operate a freight motor carrier between Davenport and Mt. Pleasant and other named points in Scott Muscatine Louisa Washington and Henry Counties. A public hearing is set for Thursday February 28 1935 at nine oclock A M at the Scott County Auditor's office in Davenport.
Washington and Ainsworth battled to a dramatic finish as Ainsworth edged Washington 23 21 in overtime. Edmondson led Ainsworth with five field goals and two free throws while Norton and White aided Washington’s comeback efforts.
Chester built a big first half lead and held on to defeat Wellman 29 to 24. Plummer Ralston Fori ash and Poore helped Chester pull away in the second quarter while Wellman fought back in the final period but could not close the gap.
In a tight first half Brighton and Crawfordsville were separated by one point at both the end of the first and second quarters. Brighton pulled away in the third and fourth as Crawfordsville lost two starting forwards on personals and H. Johnson for Brighton fouled out late.
Riverside battles Kalona in a key area game following the Ainsworth Washington tilt. Riverside aims to build momentum while Kalona seeks a standout regional win.
Box score of the tournament opener features Riverside pulling away after a 21-11 halftime lead. Riverside maintains the edge through the third, Ka lona rallies in the fourth to knot the score at 40-40, but Burich and Beranek secure late baskets to give Riverside the win.
The crowd from West Chester and Ainsworth created loud support for their teams during a tournament game, cheering initial scores by Wellman and later Ainsworth against Washington. Officials Jack Wood and Henry Little kept score and time as fans from nearby towns joined the excitement.
Washington high school basketball seeks a Musk atine return win after an early county tournament exit. Coach Guy Carlton adjusts guards Woodford’s injury absence, Dougall’s debut, and Mangold’s potential role as Washington eyes a conference upset on the Muscatine court Friday night.
The Heights school basketball team remains undefeated in the grade school league with five wins and no losses. Centennial failed to score in a 22 to 6 defeat, and Wallace beat Lincoln 11 to 7. Final week games will determine top placement.
Bud Knox of Oskaloosa demonstrated top refereeing, showing control and close calls. Milburn McKay and the Washington high school band provided lively music between action, adding to the tournament atmosphere.
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