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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1930
Page
7
Oldsmobile engineers describe improved four wheel brakes for the six model. They note that safe driving speed depends on brake efficiency and that Michigan has replaced fixed limits with a safe driving definition. The pressed steel internal expanding brakes are fully enclosed to resist weather and maintain efficiency.
Willys-Overland reiterates that its Finger-Tip Control, a steering wheel button controlling engine start lights and horn, has proven highly reliable with minimal failures after a year. The company plans to equip all 1930 models, citing widespread driver adoption and strong engineering leadership from Toledo.
In auto shows this year the eight cylinder car dominates the moderate price field. The design emphasizes trim lines, larger passenger space, harmony in upholstery and fittings, and a wide color range. Advances include structural steel engineering and ample wheel base chassis for comfort, safety, and performance at moderate prices.
Vivian Pauline Condon three and one half, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Condon, died in Boone during surgery to remove an open safety pin from her throat. The pin had been given by her two year old brother while playing.
Des Moines reports unseasonably warm weather with temperatures above 60 and a new February record of 62 degrees set before noon. The old record of 58, from 1895, was surpassed as Iowa enjoys mid summer like conditions.
Victor Johnson aged 27 was charged with carrying concealed weapons though witnesses said the weapon was not concealed when he was accosted by bystanders after firing an automatic weapon at random near a Cedar Rapids school where children were playing. No injuries were reported.
Des Moines reports the valuation of dwelling permits in sixteenth class Iowa cities dropped by 44 525 in January 1930 from January 1929. The state engineering and housing division released the figures noting the decline in construction permit values.
Carroll county supervisors issued a request to dog owners to keep dogs tied from dusk until dawn after complaints from sheep owners that dogs have been killing large numbers of sheep.
Will Callan, a Benton county farmer, asked Iowa authorities to trace the author of an anonymous letter. The note threatened that if he did not move his family, they would be pulled from bed and beaten. Callan had recently moved to a new farm near Walter.
Des Moines reports Col. C. B. Robbins of Cedar Rapids is re elected as chairman of the Iowa Republican Service League. Robbins, a former assistant secretary of war, and former state official, heads the organization in 1930.
In Keokuk on February 21 firemen chased a car fire that began near the Central station and then moved to an oil station six blocks away. Burlington owner C. K. Hansen drove off unaware, and by the time crews reached the rear compartment the vehicle had burned. no damages reported to the driver.
In Des Moines on February 21, Carl Weeks of the Armand company told Iowa pharmaceutical association members that legislators would face bitter opposition from druggists and cosmetic manufacturers over any proposed tax on cosmetics. Weeks spoke after Gov. Hamill backed a cosmetic tax in an earlier program.
Webster City officials hunted two men who robbed the Chicago and Northwestern depot before daylight escaping with 69 dollars and eight cents. The pair drove toward Fort Dodge after holding night operator A. Eggleston.
Private Joe Kelly, arrested by army officers on grounds of desertion at Fort Snelling, faced a wide search after attempting to enlist at Fort Des Moines. He was confined to the Fort guardhouse but escaped, then became the subject of a broad manhunt.
L A Andrew state banking superintendent told the tri state conference of the national association of credit men that granting credit to a customer requires thorough knowledge of his financial condition whether borrowing from a bank or purchasing goods from a merchant.
Ford introduces smaller 19 inch wheels on the new line to lower the center of gravity and enhance comfort and safety. The one piece steel spoke wheel, welded to the hub, distributes road shocks evenly and improves resiliency without changing rear axle ratio or top speed.
Fairmont Minnesota reports N H Diamond of an Alaskan reindeer farm says reindeer meat will be popular once proper distribution facilities are devised. The northern industry mirrors pioneer western days with branded animals kept at designated headquarters.
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