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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1925

Page

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Instructs MacMurray on China extraterritorial rights

Washington prepares new instructions for Minister MacMurray in Peking to study the end of extraterritorial privileges in China. Britain plans coordinated action with other powers, awaiting China’s steps to restore order.

U. S Peking Washington MacMurray China State Department Ways United States Turkey Palestine Shanghai Jacob Gould Schhiurman Pekin Britain London Austen Chamberlain House of Commons

Air Mail Makes First Stop Tonight in Des Moines

Des Moines will host the first scheduled stop of the U S air mail on the trans continental route. A noon luncheon and parade open to the public precede a 9 P M landing with a reception by a committee led by Senator Albert B Cummins Congressman C C Dowell and Postmaster E J Frisk as civic clubs and postal authorities organize the event.

Associated Press Des Moines United States Air Mail Albert B. Cummins C. C. Dowell E. J. Frisk

Confidence Votes for Greek Government Amid Coup Aftermath

In Athens on July 1 the national assembly backed the new government led by Premier General Pangalos with a 185 to 14 vote following the recent military coup. The cabinet was appointed after the coup and received parliamentary approval here last night.

Athens Pangalos National Assembly

Prohibition Shake-Up Reaches Des Moines Official

Des Moines received the first notice of the federal prohibition shake-up effective August 1. Prohibition administrator for Iowa Glenn A. Brunson will oversee a district covering Kansas, Nebraska and Iowa with two assistants handling permissive work and enforcement. Brunson indicated permissive headquarters will likely be in Des Moines.

Reese Des Moines Federal Prohibition Department Glenn A. Brunson Prohibition Towa Mellon Treasury Department Omaha Kansas Nebraska Iowa Brunson

Gordon Campbell in Trouble Again

Spokane July 1 The Associated Press reports Gordon Campbell already serving two and a half years and a $1,000 fine for mail fraud in a Montana oil field scheme faces a new federal indictment for conspiracy and mailing fraud. He allegedly promoted companies to entice investors with exaggerated promises netting about $570,000. Trial will await Montana appeal ruling.

Associated Campbell Montana United States Don F. Kizer

Wolf of La Salle Street Sets Sail for Europe

Federal officers believe John H. Worthington known as the wolf of La Salle street has sailed toward Europe as part of a long pursuit. Ensenada sources report he previously went to the area years ago and is believed to have funds in banks there to aid him briefly while authorities continue tracking him.

Associated Press San Dingo Calif John H. Worthington la Salle Street Atlanta Enceneda California Worthington Europe

Andrew Griswold Takes Office Today in Iowa State

Des Moines July 1 Several state government departments were taken over by newly appointed heads as the new biennium begins Andrew Griswold of Ottumwa will head the banking department succeeding R L Leach He holds office until 20 days after the next general assembly convenes Dr Don M Griswold Iowa City becomes state health commissioner New members join the State Board of Education Claude Porter Varry Shull and C C Sheakley replacing Holbrook Murphy and Brenton respectively

Des Moines L. A. Andrew Ottumwa Bank R. L. Leach Andrew General Assembly

Conductor Averts Onboard Baby Feeding Crisis

On a hot Rock Island No. 7 train bound for Newton a six month old demanded feeding. The conductor texted Travelers Aid for Nestles milk and met No. 7 with nipple and bottle, easing the tense scene for passengers and mother alike.

Associated Trees Des Moines No. 7 Rock Island Newton Travelers Aid Society

Iowa Savings Bank Deposits Rise Across 49 Iowa Banks

June 1 deposits and accounts rose in 49 reporting Iowa banks, with a seven point seven percent year over year increase in deposits and a one point seven percent rise in average account size. Total savings reached 106 million 613 thousand 318 dollars, about 30 percent above the 1920 Iowa average. Des Moines officials plan a statewide physical asset inventory by July 15, listing furniture, livestock, and land for the state of Iowa.

Des Moines Iowa Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Ioan ER. J. Hogue State of

New Co-Operatives Included in Iowa Incorporations

Two new co operative firms are listed among recently incorporated Iowa entities. The Co-Operative Creamery company of Estherville and the Co-Operative Live Stock Shippers' Association of Albia join a batch of incorporations with capital stocks such as Iowa Burnt Brick of Clayton at 100000 dollars, Clinton Implement of Clinton at 25000 dollars, and Cox Manufacturing of Brighton at 20000 dollars.

Des Moines Co-Operative Creamery Company of Estherville Co- Operative Live Stock Shippers’ Association of Albia Iowa

Colonel Coolidge Improves as Son Visits Vermont

Colonel John C. Coolidge father of the president improves in recovery from illness at his Plymouth Vermont home. He spent the night comfortably and was up and about the house with his son John accompanying him during the week.

Associated Press Plymouth Vermont John C. Coolidge

Iowa Crop Bulletin Reports Good Corn Prospects

The Des Moines Weather and Crop Bulletin notes corn has progressed well despite cool weather with much laid by, though southern Iowa reports grub worms and stalk borers. It forecasts large corn production, oats affected by cool temps, short straw, and alfalfa second cut looking promising.

Astvowvinted Des Moines

Republican Wilcox Seeks La Follette Senate Seat

Roy P. Wilcox of Eau Claire, president of the Wisconsin Bar Association, becomes the first to announce candidacy for the senate seat left vacant by the death of Robert M. La Follette. He calls for a new deal in state politics aligned with Coolidge tax cuts and efficient government. Other potential candidates mentioned include Mrs. La Follette Iona Gale, Fred Zimmermann, Francis McGovern, but no firm announcements have been made.

Ti Associated Press Eau Claire Wis Robert M. Labollette Roy P. Wilcox Kaun Claire Wisconsin Bar Association Wile Wisconsin Coolidge Robert M. LaFollette Iona Gale Portie Wis Fred Zimmerman Francis McGovern Milwaukee

Cummins Upholds State Rights Against Federal Overreach

Iowa City July 1 Senator A B Cummins told the Commonwealth Conference that the federal government should not abandon state authority. He argued incompetency exists in many departments but found no substantial interference with state powers. He warned against centralizing power in Washington while noting early federal laws touched state authority.

Associated Frees Iowa City Iowa A. B. Cummins Commonwealth Conference Cummins Q Washington

More People File Income Tax Return But Less Tax Paid

Data show 7,698,321 federal returns for 1924 income year 1925 with $26.336 billion net income and $703.962 million in tax. Iowa filed 185,864 returns with $396.658 million net income and $4.894 million tax, reflecting a rise in returns but a tax decline from the prior year.

Dublque United States Lowa Iowa

Devastating Floods Follow Long Rainy Period in Silesia

Devastating floods follow the worst rainy spell in a generation across Silesia and jalicia. Visnala and mountain streams overflow their banks threatening Cracow and submerging villages with feared loss of life. Fifteen children drowned crossing a bridge near Marjampoi.

Warsaw Jalicia Silescia Visnala Cracow Dintester Marjampoi

Family fishing licenses clarified for all members

In Des Moines on July 1 an official advisory from Attorney General Ken J. Gibson states that every family member who wants to fish must hold a license. The guidance corrects earlier notes that non resident women and children might fish without a license, confirming licenses are required for all in the household.

Des Moines Attorney -Eneral Ken J. Gibson Jennie Sliver Clay County

New Overnight Air Mail Inaugurated Between New York and Chicago

On July 1, 1930, two squadrons will fly opposite directions to launch overnight air mail between New York and Chicago. The service costs ten cents an ounce and promises eight hours ten minutes to deliver mail by the next morning. De Havilland planes carrying 300 pounds depart Hadley Field New Jersey, while Maywood Field sends eastbound planes around 9 30 p m standard time with Postmaster General New presiding.

Associated Press New York Chicago Trans-Continental de Haviland Hadley Field New Brunswick N. J New Maywood Field

Symington Divorce Suit Thrown Out by New York Court

Supreme court Justice Ford dismissed the divorce suit of Thomas H. Symington, a wealthy New York manufacturer, against Ida May Symington. The case, which charged infidelity, was near completion when the court threw it out.

New York Supreme Court Ford Thomas H. Symington Ida May Symington

Publicity charge on Scopes case denied by Dayton official

Dayton Tennessee reacted to a published claim that Dr. George W. Rapplica urged the Scopes evolution prosecution for publicity. Rapplica said he originated and led the case to test the Tennessee anti evolution law with no ulterior motive. The Associated Press did not carry that report. Today NA E A delegates meet in Indianapolis to consider a resolution denouncing the law.

Associated Press Dayton Tenn Scopes George W. Rapplica Rapplica National Education Association Indianapolis

New England elects Edith Nourse Rogers congresswoman

Lowell Mass July 1 Edith Nourse Rogers Republican wins New England’s first congresswoman seat in the special fifth district race with 234614 votes to 4251 for Eugene N Foss. Rogers succeeds her late husband John Jacob Rogers and becomes the sixth woman in the House. Her war service and visits to soldiers aided her campaign.

Lowell Mass New England Edith Nourse Rogers Eugene N. Foss Boston Rogers John Jacob Rogers Harding France Congress Jeannette Rankin Montana Alice Robertson Oklahoma Winifred Mason Huck Ilinois Mae Nolan Julius Kahn California Senate Rebecca B. Felton Tom Watson Georgia

West shows few industries with increased employment

In the Midwest regions of Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan, only four of ten industrial groups reported May 15 gains. Vehicle and rubber sectors rose modestly, with autos up slightly while rail equipment and repair work offset the rise. Food products, stone, clay and glass also showed increases. six groups fell, leaving overall employment down four-fifths percent and payrolls down three-tenths percent from April per the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago.

Des Moines Ila Iowa Indiana Ilinois Wisconsin Michigan Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Doheny Calls Oil Lease War Measure in Times Interview

Edward L. Doheny tells the New York Times in a Los Angeles interview that naval oil leases were tied to war fears and that Admiral Robison pressed him about a Pacific coast oil reserve. He states he will face a Washington trial in October on a conspiracy charge with Albert Fall over Elk Hills, amid claims of secrecy and national defense.

New York New York Times Today Edward L. Dohney Los Angeles the Times John K. Robison Naval Bureau of Engineering Washington Pacific United States Hawaiian Dohney Albert St. Fall Elk Hills Admiral Robison Teapot Dome Wilbur Kennedy Robison Belgium Hawaii Mr. Dohney Harding Interior Department Pall Navy Denby Fall Fall In Edward B

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