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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1934

Page

8

Sandino Killed by Nicaraguan Guards in Managua

Gen Augustino Sandino famed rebel leader and foe of the U S occupation was shot dead by national guardsmen in Managua. Five other Nicaraguan officers and a ten year old child were killed as guards attacked the home of Agriculture Minister Salvaterra. President Sacasa called the killings lawless and asked Congress for power to restore order. Don Sandino was present with his son and was briefly detained before release.

Managua Nicaragua U.P Augustino Sandino United States Salvaterra Juan Sacasa Congress Don Sandino

Troop F Dinner Brings National Guard Leaders Together

General Grahl heads state National Guard event with Major Lancaster Col. Venter and Captain Hollowell in attendance. Notable guests include Lt. Tandy Rev. O'Donnell and Col. Wilson, honored veteran, as the troop roster lists Brown Conner Donaldson and others.

Grahl Ralph A. Lancaster Ray Venter Cavalry C. J. Lambert Sigourney 118Th Cavalry T. P. Hollowell Ft. Madison J. E. Thomas Des Moines United States Knud Boberg United States Army Fred Tandy Ottumwa J. H. O'Donnell Washington Cavalry Regiment W. G. Eldridge Will Griffin Riverside Lloyd Lytle Harold Putnam Paul Gorham Wilson Col C. J. Wilson National Guard Oral J. Brown Walter C. Conner

Iowa Senate Delays Final Action on Tax Revision Bill

The Iowa Senate again postponed a final decision on the tax revision bill. Lawmakers indicated additional study and amendments were needed before a decisive vote.

Iowa Senate

Anderson Speaks at Meeting in Local U P Church

Dr. Anderson addresses attendees at a church gathering inviting first class members and listing numerous private and enlisted individuals from the community. The event includes names such as Virgil F. Barmmett Raymond L. Barham Henry VM. Carris and Donald J. Kerr among others.

Dr. Anderson U. P Virgil F. Barmmett Raymond L. Barham Henry VM. Carris Stanley L Dawson Maeth H. Dougall Everett L. Embree Dean F. Enfield Harold L. Kerr Hubert Lohrer Clayton F. Matlock Lioyd L. Robertson Willard RB. Schulty Guy Truax Floyd T. Tucker Nathaniel E Young Arnold RR

James Snyder to Lead Southeast Iowa Carriers Meeting

James Snyder retired rural mail carrier and Louisa county mail carriers president announces a district meeting for carriers and families in five southeast Iowa counties. The event runs from February 22 in Wapello with a noon dinner by the Methodist Ladies Aid and an afternoon program at the high school auditorium.

Columbus Junction Vpeb James Snyder Louisa County Mail Carriers’ Association

Working to Prevent Strike of 26 000 Railroad Employes

Fred Sargent of the Chicago and North Western met with labor leaders in Chicago to avert a walkout by 26 000 workers. A strike vote reportedly showed overwhelming support, with unions accusing management of violating contracts.

Chicago Fred Sargent Chicago and North Western Railway Company

Gravel road work and social notes from Cedar River area

The report notes a gravel pit opening near the Cedar River north of Fredonia with about 200 cable yards removed in a ten hour day. Ten trucks haul gravel for the Gladwin road project running north from Blatt road along the Iowa river from Columbus Junction. The Gladwin road was improved in 199% but not surfaced.

Conesville Peorin Ith Fay Kemp Burlington Helen Dallmeyer Purline Asher Coe College Cedar River Fredonia Gladwin Blatt Iowa River Columbus Junction

Goat Farm Pays Its Way in New York Cheese

A Polish-born woman, an immigrant after the war, built one of New York state’s largest goat ranches on a farm near Boston. Starting with twenty goats six years ago, she turned a profit by producing Swiss cheese from the milk in the Swiss tradition.

Boston New York State Switzerland

Centerville Visits Washington In Friday Night Showdowns

Washington junior college and high school face Centerville and Fairfield at Fairfield in key Little Six battles. Washington seeks a win to keep state tourney hopes alive while Fairfield aims to climb from the cellar with Kupka and improved play. Neal Sands referees the JC game. later the high school clash decides playoff seeding.

Washington Junior College Centerville Fairfield High School Fairfield Washington George Freshwaters Bunch Cardinals Freshwaters Marshalltown Glider Neal Sands Muscatine Washington Demons Demons Kupka Guy Carlton

Belgium Buries Dead King Albert in Mourning Ceremony

Belgium in deep mourning honored King Albert with a flag draped gun caisson bearing his body to the cathedral for funeral services and to Laeken for burial. Princes peasants statesmen and soldiers formed a long procession led by Prince Leopold who will be crowned king tomorrow.

Brussels Belgium Albert Laeken Leopold

Jamaica Island Springs Highlight Warm Salt Spring

Jamaica Island offers numerous hot and thermal springs with Milk River's warm salt spring noted as likely the most remarkable of its kind in the world.

Jamaica Milk River

Mystery tea at Methodist church hosted by Unit 4 Ladies Aid

Tonight at 7 39 a mystery tea will be held at the Methodist church under Unit 4 Ladies Aid sponsorship. The event promises surprises and unusual entertainment. Also advertised are a sale of 1000 printed envelopes for 3 90 and 500 for 2 25 with Journal job printing offers and prompt telephone orders.

Methodist Church Unit 4 Ladies Aid Journal Job Printing Department

Fleming Home Damaged by Roof Fire

A fire at 214 West Madison Street damaged only a small portion of the roof of Mrs James Fleming’s house after neighbors using a bucket brigade confined the blaze. The milkman alerted Mrs Fleming around eight this morning and fire crews arrived promptly. Insurance covers the loss.

James Fleming West Madison Street

Washington's Foreign Visit Barbaidoes

The article notes a 1751 visit by Gen. George Washington and his brother Lawrence to Barbaidoes in the Caribbean. Bridgetown, the port city, is described as the easternmost Caribbean landfall near Nelson’s historic HQ and the Washington house remains standing.

Washington Barbaidoes George Washington Lawrence Feland Bridgetown Lord Nelson Trafalgar

Washingtons Birthday Chicken Dinner Celebrated by Christian Ladies

The Christian Ladies hosted a festive Washingtons birthday chicken dinner with flags and red, white and blue crepe decorations. Attendees enjoyed a good meal. Mrs. Russel Frink underwent a major operation at Washington County Hospital this morning.

Russel Frink Washington County Hospital

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