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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1931
Page
8
A readable fragment notes Towa Motor Service at 1811 15.20.22. The brief lacks full context but indicates a local automotive business activity or inquiry and invites future service engagement.
A roundup of residents visiting Wellman and nearby towns includes Joel McClelland of Wells Charie Harley of West Chester and Charlie Marek of Wellman. Mrs Laura Longwell travels to Wellman for her father’s illness while F M Piet DX Levien returns home to Keota from hospital after a mishap. Ted Shively visits Cedar and Davenport on business as Mrs Wil Augustine of West Chester shops locally.
Hundreds of bargains drive shoppers to act fast as stock is limited. Store ads urge customers to hurry before items run out and prices rise. Shoppers anticipate fresh deals daily and seek early access to hot sale lines.
A Cedar Rapids fire last night leveled the Ost Brothers Hardware building and contents, with an estimated loss of 190000. The blaze endangered nearby wholesale district structures but was contained by the fire department. The building valued at 825000 belonged to a Chicago firm. stock and fixtures were listed at 65000.
Mr and Mrs J J Crail welcomed the Gridiron Club members to their West Washington street residence for an informal social gathering and refreshments.
Washington January reports indicate Hoover will forward the Wickersham Commission prohibition report to Congress soon after receipt. Administrations leaders fear extended debate could delay key appropriation bills and may seek a continuing resolution to cover next fiscal year if several supply measures remain unpassed.
Rochester reports six men are missing after four days of storms on Lake Ontario. Dispatched messages from Kingston Ont say three rescuers who left Sunday to search for Captain Iain William Sheldon and his crew of two failed to return. Sheldon, once jailed in Monroe County for liquor smuggling, left Windsor with two companions and a cargo bound for Rochester.
Washington D M C A reports a balanced first year with the treasury in the black by about 40 dollars. Secretary Leigh Soule notes the favorable finances may enable needed decor work but warns future draws could strain funds. Last year repairs totaled about 60 cents, including a new water heater and pool chlorinator overhaul.
Claire Dewey addressed the Y's Men's meeting Tuesday evening on conservation of natural resources, using charts to illustrate protection needs and the value of reforestation for flood relief. Leslie Dunlap outlined factors affecting 1931 finances, noting industrial depressions in past years and predicting a range in conditions. the club praised a recent stunt and planned the annual Y's Men play, with "Daley" planned for presentation.
A Cleveland police officer was killed during a confrontation with a convict as the suspect and two accomplices fled. Police launched a search for the fugitives, with investigations ongoing into the circumstances of the shooting.
In CENTRO California two female pilots Hobbie Trout and Edna Mae Cooper face storm and fuel hurdles to restore an endurance flight record. They must refuel at the same Los Angeles airport they departed from to have the record official, with hours already elapsed past the prior 42 hour 16 minute mark.
Police say they have the killer of Lingle in hiding after a nationwide manhunt. Prosecutors report agents compiled scattered evidence from a dozen cities, tracing the suspect’s movements. The fugitive, Brother, fled Chicago in July 1929 after being named responsible for a service car driver’s murder in St. Louis.
In Louisa County grand jury actions this week returned three indictments naming Raymond, Sereste Wapello, Earl McGill and B J Berry for driving motor vehicles while intoxicated. Local service notes report lodge installations and community events across Columbus Junction and Conesville including a university lecture at Louisa County, and a preliminary declamatory contest upcoming at Conesville school.
Incomplete clipping discusses speculative cost estimates for drilling five miles deep, suggesting a wide range from $10,090,000 to far higher and noting uncertainty. The passage shifts to a utopian dream of maps as reform and mentions a weather storm, a refueling plane following observers Bud Hussey and Ralph De Rose, and a bereavement gratitude note from Mrs Cathrine Taylor and family with flowers from neighbors.
The service featured a standout chorus finale with Rejoice as the choir led the congregation. Campaign notes highlighted the week’s program, with evening services, wayside meetings, and women’s sessions continuing. Local churches joined together in welcoming multiple denominations. Friday prayer groups and divisions outlined leaders and locations across wards, with home meetings and junior college participation noted.
Senator Brookhart today reintroduced two railroad bills. One would authorize government acquisition of a coast to coast rail system, the other would require private consolidation plans to include a system spanning from the Atlantic to the Pacific. The measures previously died in the last session.
The notice urges saving the discount by visiting the office on Saturday evening until 9. It mentions Mrs. Dave Warfel traveling from Iowa City and R. B. Warfel plans to return from California. The item references home needs and a call to telephone the courthouse for details.
Fragmentary report mentions a January 3 date and a winter session in Washington. The text references footwear under aid programs and values in children’s items, with unclear details about attendees and activities. The readable elements suggest a brief civic or commercial update rather than a full event.
Dance at Moose Hall Saturday Jan 10 features 6 Aces Orchestra. Ladies 25 cents, gents 75 cents. Airs by Hana Duncan of Cedar, associate grand matron. Baniora Star chapter officers to be installed followed by Boz W.W. Stoan. 10th hour event ends 3 pm. Harwood shoemaker notes and local briefs including Schmoeller Bros. item.
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