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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1932
Page
1
The Rotary club held its monthly meeting with Lincoln school children performing a three act marionette show and an illustration of recess life. An International Service segment featured naturalized Italian Americans sharing insights on Italy and their journeys to citizenship.
Ten of the twenty one railroad unions failed to reach a decision on a ten percent wage reduction sought by a committee of nine railroad presidents. A final agreement appeared unlikely before tomorrow as remaining unions prepared to meet at 7 P M to vote or discuss further.
In Springfield Illinois the Italian Villa dining and dancing resort was blown up early today. Fire and collapse killed Mr and Mrs Hungerford who lived above the club. Paul Termine owner of the Villa offered no motive aside from possible jealous rivals and said union labor was used at the establishment.
Friday evening’s charity ball at City Hall aims to raise funds for Washington’s unemployed through the unemployment committee. Manager Grant Humble of the Washington Concert band said admission will be per person, not per couple, with dancing from nine to twelve and many individuals expected to attend.
A speaker discusses Mussolini’s rule and Italian identity in the United States. He notes economic strain, patriotic fervor, fears of war, and the perception of Mussolini as a destined leader. The talk also covers Italian names and Capone’s Baltimore origins, describing the event as enjoyable and informative.
Claire Dewey of this city announces his candidacy for the state legislature. He aims to represent Washington County in the June primary, citing his conservation work and local ties. A Drake University graduate and former Des Moines businessman, he states his background equips him for legislative service.
More than 1 000 delegates from 20 states and two Canadian provinces attend the 32nd biennial UMWA convention in Tomlinson Hall Indianapolis. Unemployment dominates talks with about 200 000 coal miners jobless or underemployed. John L. Lewis presides as John H. Walker faction troubles loom over Illinois district 12 and wage contract debates unfold with Davis and Green set to appear.
Postmaster Harry McCall announces a push for cost cuts across the post office. He says money order and postal savings windows will operate 9 am to 5 pm daily, with Saturday hours 9 am to 1 pm, and one mail delivery in the business and residence district.
William Wrigley Jr., 70, famed Chicago gum magnate and owner of Ball Teams, died in his sleep at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Heart disease listed as cause. family present including son P. K. Wrigley and daughter-in-law Mrs James R. Offield. Services planned in Pasadena. Wrigley built Catalina Island enterprise and owned Los Angeles Pacific Coast League club. born September 1861 in Philadelphia.
Contributions to the unemployment fund continue from various sources as the drive nears its $500 goal. A charity ball Friday at city hall features the Washington band to boost receipts for the fund, with proceeds to be donated by manager Pratt and others. Next week Fox screens Trader Horn for three nights beginning Tuesday, again with proceeds supporting the fund. Newly enrolled members include Harlan Mead, Chas Dennison, East End Grocery, Tucker & Bicher, The Watkins Man, and others contributing small amounts.
Funeral services for Shee N. Yee owner of a Chinese restaurant and one of the victims of the $200000 blaze in Iowa City will be held Thursday morning. Burial will follow at Cedar Rapids. Maud Kuhn, the other victim, will be buried after services at Walker Indiana. A small fire reopened in the ruins but was quickly extinguished. rebuilding will begin after insurance adjustments.
Mrs. F H Gugel of Milwaukee Wisconsin visited here over the weekend with her sister Mrs. Ted Brown.
At 10 30 this morning Judge J G Patterson directed the jury to return a verdict for Bash after the defense counsel motion in the case of H T P Bratten and the Fidelity and Casualty Company versus W H Bash. The suit sought 1500 for injuries Bratten suffered in a county road survey incident on May 12 1930 when struck by Bashs car. The county held workmen's compensation through the plaintiff insurer. Jurors included Frank Ryan Callie England Irma Heitzman Ray Martin and others.
A. N. Kreymer resident engineer for the Iowa State Highway Commission and W. H. Barrier inspector will move February 1 to Columbus Junction. The engineer’s office will be set up there replacing the former Washington and Muscatine offices. No construction in charge is expected during the change.
London reports quote Will Rogers criticizing international bankers in Europe who push for canceling loans after pressuring American banks. He alleges bankers offered commissions to secure loans and blames Borah as a partisan figure in the discussion.
Rev C Ramsdale of Columbus City spoke to the Washington county ministerial association on rural church leadership and school relations. The meeting featured devotional by Rev A M Malcolm and closing prayer by Rev W H Parker with 20 attendees and Valentine themed room decor. February program will study Isaiah and hold a Washington Lincoln patriotic service.
The article notes that county construction under Director Kreymer will exceed the district total of twelve counties in the coming year. Last year projects included 161 units and the Wellman spur, while Columbus Junction will see grading and bridging of 76. Mr and Mrs Kreymer and their son Donald will move from 315 East Jackson, and Mr and Mrs Berrier have lived at 607 South Iowa.
The League of Nations council, in secret session, warns China and Japan of serious consequences over the Shanghai situation and urges immediate remedial steps. Chinese and Japanese delegates, Dr Yen and Naotake Sato, attend briefly as Briand and other members plan further guidance.
A United Presbyterian Church Sunday evening service featured a men's chorus with two special numbers sung by soloist George C. Stewart. The church quartet and a youth meeting addressed by Leigh W. Soule on “Fun and Religion” drew lively interest. Mart White led the Bible school opening worship in the Progressive class.
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