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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1931

Page

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Children Take Charge At Evening Evangelistic Service

A local union evangelistic program features children leading the service with a Sunshine Club parade, music by the high school orchestra, and sermons by Dr. J H McCombe on Paul’s voyage. Evening forums include men and women meetings, a young people forum, and a pantomime of heavenly gates. Frances M Jean Nauleon receives combatant card for price reductions from Fontenay le Comte.

United Presbyterian Church Methodist Church Wilma Walker J. H. McCombe H.C. Clase Paul J. HL. McCombe Rome McCombe Biy Christ Evangelist Jane Fulton Mable Wilm Walker Irene Bush Mary Pauls Fontenay - LE - Comte Frances M Jean Nauleon

President opposes government relief to Red Cross funding

In a Washington conversation, the president warned that government appropriations for the Red Cross would set a dangerous precedent. He argued relief to the people would erode American generosity and undermine the Red Cross. Senate debate looms over Lon Robinson's 25 million humanitarian bill while House fights continue.

Washington, v Red Cross Barton Payne Senate Lon Robinson

Two Washington Juniors Triumph In Twin Games

Washington junior college won both ends of a home doubleheader defeating Ottumwa High School 45 to 21 in a rough contest. Henry Little of Washington led rough defense while Lyman and Ottumwa’s Stabler and Nelson fouled out. Tipton vs Millerenz Williams Baker game stayed tight as Tipton pulled away late, ending with four reserves on both sides.

Washington Junior College George Preshwaters Davly Tocal Cat Tipton Iowa Su ‘Ess Ottumwa Washington Ottmwans Washington Collegians Ottumwans Stabeler Nelson Lyman Rath Henry Little Tipton Freshwaters Little Fuhr Ahrens Turner Wells

Thurston introduces plan for 475 member House

Washington Jan 17 A bill by Representative Thurston of Iowa proposes increasing the U S House to 475 members from 425. The measure would reapportion by that size after this session unless law changes. No state would lose representatives under the Thurston plan, though several would under the rival act, and the proposal has broad support from states that would lose under the new plan.

Washington House Piurston Repub Mean Towa Congress Thurston Sevral

Bridge Material Contracts Awarded by Washington County Board

Washington County board of supervisors awarded several bridge and culvert material contracts. Wheeler Lumber, Bridge and Supply Company of Des Moines won for bridge lumber and piling at 7224.50 dollars. Klauer Manufacturing Company of Dubuque received a contract for 45 pieces of rugated metal culvert pipe in various lengths at an undisclosed bid. Wilson Concrete Company of Red Oak led bidder for 26 pieces of concrete culvert pipe at 29820. Distortions in the source text are omitted to retain coherent summarization.

Washington County Board of Apervisors Wheeler Lumber, Bridge and Supply Company Des Moines Klauer Manufacturing — Company Core Dubugie Wison Concrete Company Oak Tha Cot Vere Everal Bers Tor Ieee Chee

Trial of Baker Against U S Society of Doctors Continues

The defamation suit filed by Norman Baker against the U S Society of Doctors and the American Medical Association proceeds in federal court. The case, involving a $590,000 claim, is set to continue until February 14 with Baker asserting the AMA articles damaged his reputation. Attorneys agreed to a continuance.

Baker U. S. Society of Doctors Normanator Muscatine KTNT American Medical Association American Medical Assoct

Pleasant Hill Birth and Sunday Visits Report

A baby boy Harold Ralph Gamon was born Saturday morning at Washington County Hospital to Mr. and Mrs. John Gamon. Relatives and friends, including Mrs. Roy Kephart and family, visited the Blossom home, and Edd Chalupa and family called Sunday afternoon. Numerous other visits occurred at the Ralph Hesselt, the Kepharts, Hotle, and Baker homes, with Ida Patterson of Ainsworth also visiting Sigafoose Place.

Pleasant Hell Harold Ralph John Gamon Washington County Hospital Roy Kephart Sund Been Blossom Edd Chalupa Ralph Hesselt Washington Karl Kephart W. €. Hotathel Daryl Homer Hotle Howard Baker C. E. Ably E. Sige Toose Ida Patterson Ainsworth S. E. Sigafoose William Gamon Mar* Jorie W. R. Gamon

Radical 1931 theater changes praised by Chicago ad man

C S Clark of Chicago urged business leaders to pursue prosperity and modern advertising, citing savings accounts and newspaper ads. He praised Washington retailers, urged better interior lighting and display, and noted a large turnout at the Better Washington club meeting with film entertainment and prizes.

C.S. Clark Chicago National Confectioners’ Association Better Washington Club Ite Eney Pervie Mine Callad Clark Washington Wasington John Dodd Wise Long John Winga Walter Oetjen Ottumwa Candy House J. E. Lemmon James E. Clark Frank Miller

Farm Union Backs National President Simpson

In Des Moines, Jan 16 UP the Town farmers Union mass meeting pledged support to national president John A. Simpson. Resolutions urged retention of township assessors while opposing a county assessor system. discussions highlighted efficiency and state reforms amid ongoing legislative sessions. Also noted are aviation board supporters attending the All-American Aid Moot in Miami on January 4, 9, and 19.

Des Moines Town Farmers Union Waport John A. Simpson Farmers Union Miami Macmi Aviation Board

St Petersburg unveils world’s large street stadium scene

In St Petersburg Florida a massive street stadium was showcased along downtown with a row of 5 000 benches seating 25 000 spectators. The speaker was introduced by Elliot Grayson, chairman on the program committee, as the event proceeded.

ST. Petersburg Fla Elliot Grayson

Doomed Grain Boards Move as Traders Flee U S

Chicago broker Arthur Y. Cutten says U S grain boards are doomed as traders shift activity to Canada. Farm board advocate Legge predicts the futures system will fade, farmers may gain pricing power, and government holdings push industry toward farmer ownership of marketing.

Chicago Alander Legge United States Canada Arthur Y. Cutten United Press Today Chicago board of + heat Doon Cutten Winnipeg Urbana al Legge Boards of Trade Legge Chicago Board of Trade Mtere Rade

Kalona Leaders clash Monday night at YMCA

Kalona and Leaders vie for sole top spot in the Y League as both bring five game win streaks into a 7:20 tip. Brighton Hawks face Brighton Independents in the other Monday matchup with NIL referee Tandy from West Chester officiating.

YM. A.C Kalona Thews Brighton Hawks Brighton Independents Brighton Tandy West Chester

Sabbath Observance Sermon at Presbyterian Church

Dr FW Eastwood announced Rev HD Richmond of Des Moines will preach the morning sermon at the Presbyterian church on Sabbath observance. Richmond promotes Sabbath day observance and will deliver a talk on West of the Sun. He will speak only at the morning service due to a union meeting.

FW. Eastwood Presbyterian Church HD. Richmond Lord's Day Alliance of Des Moines Richmond

Funeral for J B Ream Draws Hundreds at Masonic Temple

Funeral services for J B Ream were conducted yesterday at the Masonic temple with more than 400 attendees, including 189 Masons. Dr A W Henke led the Methodist service and T L Brookhart oversaw the Masonic ritual. Escorts from Knights Templar and American Legion graced the procession to the cemetery, amid floral tributes surrounding the casket.

J.B. Ream Masonic Temple Mr. Ream Masonic Fraternity A. W. Henke Methodist Church T. L. Brookhart Leigh Soule Washington Joe Carl Jungbluth W. Enslin T. J. Brookhart WC. Bell W. P. Rawn George McDaniel Knights Templar Kett Grayson Charles 8. Thomas Lauder Kennedy Jam Combs J.D. Dayton H.T. Carris Will Harwood George Moretton Mal Reister Cloyce Gault Henry Lu

Senate OKs 25 Million Red Cross Relief Fund

Washington January seventeenth. The Senate adopted without a record vote the Robinson Amendment authorizing 25 million dollars for Red Cross relief. The measure, attached to the interior department appropriation bill, directs Red Cross to buy and distribute food this winter and provide clothing medicine and other essentials in urban and rural districts. The vote drew few members present and was followed by moves to reconsider from Senators McNary and Reed.

Washington Senate Red Cross McNary Republic Oregon Robinson Arkansas Reed Nsylvania Iuterior Department Eltien Caraway Kansas

Move to Disbar 8. K. Stevenson Iowa City Attorney

Action to disbar attorney 8. K. Stevenson of Iowa City from the state bar association has been initiated in Iowa City.

Disbar K. Stevenson Iowa

Demon baseball: Missed chances in 15-13 loss

Scores last night show Mt. Pleasant defeating Washington 15-13 while Muscatine 35 Ottumwa 15 and Burlington 22 Fairfield 20. Demons unable to hit in a close game with Mt. Pleasant, Washington, Burlington, and Fairfield among the listed outcomes.

Demons Little Six S Muscatine Ottumwa Washington Burlington Mt. Pleasant Fairfield Washington Ottumwa

Washington Demons Fail to Clinch Tie in Little Six Race

Washington Demons missed numerous scoring chances in a tough Mt. Pleasant game. Tack Lytle struggled with no points despite opportunities as Kesey led Washington with three baskets. Mt. Pleasant, after trailing 13 11 at one point, held a halftime edge and the game remained tied to start the final period.

Washington Demons Ottumwa Mt. Pleasant Hey Tack Lytle Kesey Washington

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