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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1930

Page

1

Heat wave grips Midwest as storms fail to lift temps

Des Moines reports a 100 degree heat peak with no relief forecast. Central states saw thunderstorms and lightning while drought worsened in Montana and South Dakota. Iowa corn growth accelerates but some crops suffer from heat and humidity. gardens need rain.

Chicago Middle West Central States Montana South Dakota Wheat Belt Near Northwest India Phoenix Ariz Des Moines Weather Bureau Inwood Sioux City Alta Atlantic Towa State Weather Bureau Ian Paris Tore Ibang Jess Tavor Beateas Eure

Washington Girl Heads Convention at Stanwood

Miss Irene De Long of Washington was elected president of the Womens Missionary society of Keokuk presbytery, United Presbyterian church, at the final convention in Stanwood. Helen Hilton and Mazie Stewart were named treasurer and young woman's secretary. The day featured a business meeting, Stewart's report on Keenwood convention, an afternoon address by Mrs. Howard Buchanan, and a Tama Indian reservation work debate followed by another Buchanan address.

Irene de Long Washington Womens Missionary Society of Howard Buchanan Sudan Tama Society Buchanan

Sweeping Investigations Move Through Chicago System

A trio of investigations unfolds in Chicago as grand juries and police probes target corruption linked to organized crime. State’s Attorney John Swanson leads a wide effort, with church groups and reform movements facing scrutiny amid a volatile clash of politics and law enforcement.

Chicago Uty Renato Hia Jake John A. Swanson Special “Board of States Charles Rathbun Tribunte Lingie’s Underworld Ohn Alcock Do Vremen Chicago Church Federation Ional Arthur Ro Atbert Thompson Colt Samuel Ettelson Corporation Cosel

Moose Exhibition Draws Crowd in Washington City

A Moose exhibition hosted by the Washington Moose Lodge drew a crowd of several hundred locals and about 150 Town City residents. The event featured open air performances and community cooperation to boost Moose stock in the area.

Moose Washington Washington Moose Lodge Ans

Ottumwa Man Struck and Killed by Car Today

LeRoy Pownell was fatally struck by an automobile driven by Mrs. Anna Mendrick near the John Mortrell packing plant in Ottumwa where he worked. The incident occurred today as Pownell went about his duties, investigators said. Local coverage notes the accident and immediate responders at the scene.

Yetumwa Anna’ Mendrick LeRoy Pownell John Mortrell & Co Pownell

Flyer forced down on Atlantic flight over Brazil

A Brazil bound Aeropostal seaplane with Jean Mermoz on board diverted while en route to Africa. The Phocee rescued Mermoz navigator Jean D Abry and operator Leopold Gimie with mail after engine trouble forced a landing about 300 miles off Dakar. A relief plan was to reach Dakar late tomorrow as the crew and mail were transferred.

Rio DE Janeiro Brazil Aeropostal Co Jean Mermoz Atlantic Africa Aeropostale Phocee The Aeropostale Co Mermoz Dakar Mernox Medrate Brasile Bomfin

Legion Contracts for 1930 Carnival in Washington

The American Legion sponsors a 1930 carnival in Washington the week of July 14 with Nobles Fairly carnival. Ned Stoughton, ex-Isler shows, is advance man. The 14 rides and shows form an average company. proceeds fund the post drum and bugle corps to the state Legion convention in Sioux City next September. The Berdo lot at the foot of uth Town avenue will host the event.

Washington Leo Bea'ty American Legions Nobles Thegion Pont Ned Stoughton Isler Sor Deum Corps Tri Legion Post State Legion Sioux City Berdo Uth Town Avenue Town

Urainia City Debates Sunday Movie Voting

City council denies petition by M. B. McClain manager of the theater prohibiting Sunday film showings. Citizens advised voting rules may bar Sunday cinema attendance as debates unfold.

Aubia Urainia M. B. McClain Theing Theater

Farm Shipments in Carloads Unaffected by New R. R. Rates

DES MOINES July 9 IP a probable increase in shipping rates will follow the Interstate Commerce Commission decision though not all items are affected. William F Parsons chief rate clerk says class rate changes may apply to most carload shipments including machin ery and automobiles likely to be affected while livestock grain dairy hay remain unchanged. Intrastate rates may be revised to reflect the federal decision though intra state shipments are not directly altered.

Des Moines Cal Interstate Commerce Commission William F. Parsons State Board of Railroad Commis Federal Board Parsons Iowa Railroad Commission Federal Commission

Scott Morrison to Des Moines in murder probe

Jay Scott, late agent, and County Attorney George Morrison travel to Des Moines to confer with federal investigators about the Emmett Fincock murder case in Cedar Rapids. A stolen car license plate tied to the suspect was found at Cherry's pond, suggesting the killer came via road No. 2 rather than No. 1.

Jay Scott George Fe Morrison James Vate Bureau of Investigations Emmett Fincock Anmtiort Cedar Rapids Aaron Alley Levies Otarn Cedar Ator Aibl Dencock Peacock Yexter Aire Scote Morrison Tugarite Hie Elleneer Fairfield Ollumwa Sheriff's Office T. J. McElhinney Cherry's Pond Washington Fis Sigourney West Madison Street

Cedar Rapids Girl Saved From River

In Cedar Rapids a girl named Hertha Sargent was rescued after a canoe capsized in the Cedar River. She fell into frigid water and struggled until Marvin Cone risked danger to pull her to safety. The incident occurred as she attempted to board the craft, narrowly avoiding drowning.

Cedar Rapids Hertha Sargent Cedar River Marvin Cone

Miners Entombed in Silesia Coal Mine Tragedy

An explosion in a Silesia coal mine trapped an estimated 100 to 200 men today. Eighteen bodies were recovered. total deaths remained undetermined as rescue work continued.

Silesia Anonovd

Reed Attacks Farm Board Plans in Kansas Address

Kansas Governor Clyde Reed denounces Hoover era farming policy in a speech ready for delivery on a platform shared with Hyde and Legge. He accuses the Farm Board of subjugating agriculture to industry, urges against compulsory acreage cuts, and questions export surpluses as foreign trade shifts.

Bays. Kans Clyde M. Reed Kansas Hoover Administration Mexander Legge Farm Board Reed Hyde Legge Hoover Thefternoon

Health Contest For Rural Girls Sets Local Exam

A county 4-H health contest for girls is announced at the farm bureau inviting all 100 plus club members to compete. Examinations will be held next week at designated times and locations under Miss Alice Owen and Dr. C W Stewart. The county winner advances to the Iowa state fair for the state 4-H health contest.

Farm Bureau

Senator Norris Faces Defeat as Ballot Names Clash

Senator Norris of Nebraska acknowledges possible defeat as ballot confusion looms between himself and a fellow Norris with same middle name. A state court ruling blocks adding the rival Grocer Norris to the ballot, risking miscast votes in the Republican primary. Local and state officials await court action on the ballot designation.

Washington House Senate George W. Norris Nebraska Lam W. Norris Norris United Press Today Nori’ Glingapers

Conveniences Added in County Offices and Courthouse

Wilkos the local carpenter finishes a county project to reorganize offices at the courthouse. The treasurer and sheriff offices are relocated for privacy and efficiency, with a new lobby, semi private back, and a private sheriff space. A large car is built for the county superintendent of schools and new shelving improves filing for blueprints in auditor and board offices.

Wilkos Ficialy County Superintendent of Schools Punty Auditor Board of Sivervisors

Girls club schedule and camp plans announced

Leslie and Mrs lead local dentists present a July calendar with Presbyterian church events for July 16 to July 21 including Jub parade at 8 20 a m and various club meetings. Miss Florence Forbes travels to Washington July 17 to coach teams for demonstration work ahead of August 7 achievement day and state fair.

Leslie Uae Eader Jacksonites Northern Stars Presbyterian Ehurch Wal Wellman Presbyterian Church Riverside Moi Jolly Jokers Fern Cliff Florence Forbes

Senate Seeks Pact Papers From Hoover

The Senate debates access to secret papers on the London naval treaty as Senator McKellar presses a resolution demanding delivery to the Senate. Senator Robinson blocks action while Senator Norris supports the resolution and opposes an executive-discretion amendment. Hoover-era friction grows over early ratification and full disclosure.

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Drowns in Cedar River near Vinton

Gona Keefer Jr 44 of Mount Auburn drowned while attempting to swim across the Cedar River near Vinton on July 8. The incident occurred as Keefer sought to cross the current and authorities reported no other persons involved.

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Warmest day of the present spell in today’s heat

The official weather observer logged 93 degrees at noon, tying the season’s high. Forecasters expect more increases, with reports of 100 plus in Towns and Atlantic and Des Moines, and no relief soon from the heat.

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