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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1928
Page
4
Herbert Hoover replies to Senator Borah stating he does not favor repealing the Eighteenth Amendment and pledges vigorous enforcement of laws. He calls the prohibition project noble in motive and far reaching, urging constructive work under the oath of office.
The New Tan Rile summary notes a total net loss of 222,495,000 with major cuts in corporate and individual taxes. It cites lower corporate income tax rates, earned income credit changes, repeals of auto and cereal beverage taxes, and new or raised levies on prizes and yachts, totaling in gains from some sources but a large overall revenue drop.
The author argues that prohibition is noble in motive and far reaching in purpose, expecting total elimination of liquor waste and harm. Citing risks of intoxication, the piece cites Detroit fatalities from drinking and quotes Senator Borah on enforcement and responsibility in driving and industry during the tech era.
Mary Frances McCoy has returned to her home in Havre after visiting with her grandmother Mrs. William Ruebsam.
Orville Elder, senior Journal staffer, made a hole in one on Number 5. Witnesses Fred Neiswanger and Hugh McCleery confirm the feat and the golf club tradition of local hole in one members. The staff plans a Christmas holiday in his honor amid playful rivalries and possible exhibitions in other regions.
The Washington County Journal recounts J Orville Elder senior publisher achieving a legendary hole in one on Number Five at Washington Country Club July 9 1928. The shot followed a perilous setup with a steep bank a walnut tree and heavy rough inviting multiple plans and dramatic fore golf discussion.
The crowd sponsor and players describe a tense scene as Elder clings to a misplaced ball. Shannon retrieves a branded ball reading ORVILLE ELDER and cheers erupt, transforming the mood. Elder regains cheerfulness and finishes nine holes in forty eight, with the scene fading into reverent mood.
Mrs R E Brown comes home from Excelsior Springs Missouri after a several week stay. Mr and Mrs William Duncan spent Sunday visiting Mr and Mrs Leu Duncan at Columbus Junction.
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