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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1929

Page

1

Hoover to Meet Coolidge in Washington Conference

President Hoover called on President Coolidge and held a half hour conference at the White House. They declined to reveal conference details, noting it concerned America's tone and Pan American conciliation. Hoover plans a simple inauguration and hints at a possible goodwill tour to the West and Caribbean if time permits.

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Funeral Service for John Chalmers Ford

Funeral services were held Friday at 2:30 PM at Provbyterian Church for John Chalmers Ford with Dr Hastwood officiating and interment at Intermenia Cemetery. The service featured organist Henry Shields and readings, with a brief address praising Ford’s character. Masons Knights Templar and Knights of Pythias members attended, reflecting his active membership. Out of town attendees included grand lodge members of the Knights of Pythias. The pallbearers included Carris, Stephen, Lemmon, Morris, Rider, and Whiting.

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Hearings on Tariff and Indian Affairs Open in Capital

In Washington on January 7 hearings opened on tariff and an investigation of federal offices. The Ways and Means Committee heard witnesses from the American chemical industry seeking an appeal on duties. Senate leaders failed to reach a compromise on Kellogg treaty reservations. A new Senate investigation of government offices began under Senator Burton Wheeler, with Democratic support but no agreement on reservations or floor action.

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Journal Carriers Annual Party Retells Carrier Bravery

Journal carriers gather for an annual party at the Elder home on Coppock Highway south of the public square. Despite a wild night with heavy snow drifts and a missing hero, the event honors weathered carriers and substitutes with prizes totaling cash and gifts, plus recounts of adventures and dog stories from the field.

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Volcano erupts stirs fear of massive loss

Reports describe a violent eruption sending shockwaves through a town near a Chilean region. Federal agents and Chicago Heights police coordinated raids targeting vice operations linked to racketeering. Several arrests were made, and authorities investigated a large gambling and bootlegging network spanning city halls and jails. A long-time crime scene portrayed as central to the upheaval drew connections to major organized crime figures and municipal corruption probes.

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Football Lectures at Mexican Capital.

Mexico City on January 7 reports that Dr J B Bennett of the University of the South will deliver football lectures at the National University. It marks the first organized football instruction given in Mexico. Bennett was selected from a United States football meeting in New Orleans.

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Eruption of Volcán Albaco Strikes Puerto Varas Region

Reports from Puerto Varas describe lava flows and ash from Volcán Albaco with unknown death toll. The eruption, aided by strong quakes, produced hot lava, scorched crops, and panic in Les Lagos de Linpingwe and Valdivia. Cattle killed, bridges and boats damaged as floods moved along the Chamiza river. Local doctors and soldiers organize refugee aid. communications hindered casualty counts.

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Deer Herd Sparks Local Backlash Over Hunters

Farmers in Dutch Creek township protest deer depredations as hunters face fines and possible charges for shooting deer on private land. Deputy game warden notes efforts to protect the herd while residents insist on preserving the animals and limiting hunting.

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Army airship Question Mark endures seventh day aloft

In Los Angeles on January 7 the Army monoplane Question Mark pressed into its second week in the air near Van Nuys and Metropolitan Field. The crew reported no imminent landing as engines ran at higher RPM to extend glide distance while fuel and supplies were prepped for dawn refueling.

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Coldest Weather in San Francisco Season Reported

The town endures an extreme cold spell with record low temperatures near ten degrees. Trains faced delays due to snow and ice while buses and cars struggled with slick roads and engine issues. Officials warn of lingering severe cold with warming trends not yet certain as a new storm looms.

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Mrs Ford Chosen to Succeed Husband as Secretary and Treasurer

At a board meeting of the Protective Benevolent Association the president and board chose Mrs J C Ford to fill the unexpired term as secretary and treasurer. Mrs Ford, familiar with the work from assisting her husband, will continue the association's business without disruption.

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