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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1936
Page
2
Mrs A W Errett of Kewanee Illinois and Mrs Ben H Bade noch of Boston arrive in Washington for a few days with the Wilsons. Families and friends travel through Iowa Wisconsin Michigan and Ohio for vacations and preaching engagements. several residents are visiting relatives across the region.
At The Hospital Jeste Stout Brighton discharged this morning after arm infection treatment. Wes Sojka Riverside underwent a minor operation Saturday afternoon. David Mac Clark son of Mr and Mrs Shirley Clark underwent a procedure yesterday. Mrs Nellie Giel Keota had a minor operation this morning. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Arnold welcomed a son born at 4 35 am, weight four pounds 123 percent ounces. Dorothy Work Columbus Junction underwent a minor operation today. Jennie Cowells Spokane admitted for medical care yesterday while visiting in Ainsworth.
Altha Berry Halden of Chariton wins the Republican senatorial nomination on the fifth ballot at a crowded convention. Guy Linville and others falter as Halden gains majority support across districts, with Washington county giving 24 of 28 votes on final balloting. Halden pledges a clean, aggressive campaign opposing the New Deal and endorses Dickinson Wilson and Landon’s national program.
Mrs Ed Davis and Miss Lillian Crone of Haskins shopped here today. Mrs Claude Kilgore of Ainsworth shopped in Washington this morning. Miss Freida White spent Sunday with her parents in Crawfordsville. R L Grimes is on vacation today. Miss Adrialease returns to her Raperta salon after a two week visit with her parents in Crawfordsville. Mrs Ruth Beauchamp of Crawfordsville shopped in town. Miss Thelda Tracy visited Rock Island Illinois for business and pleasure returning today. Mr and Mrs Oscar Davis and Mr and Mrs I W Schenefelt spent the weekend with sister Mrs Clayton Clapper in Waseca Minnesota. crops there look good after rains. Stanley and Roger McKeown returned from Mediapolis where they visited their uncle Fred Deems. Mr and Mrs Orville Elder returned home from a week in Michigan. Mrs Raymond Minick vacationing at her brother’s farm near Pleasant Plain. Robert Shaffer of Crawfordsville was a business visitor. Mr and Mrs H R Lund and three children returned from a two week lake vacation near Spicer Minnesota. Miss Hilma Dodds spent the weekend with her parents in Wellman. Raymond Wehr of Keota spent the weekend with cousin Bill Wehr on North Marion avenue.
Gov Alfred Landon announced two engagements in Kansas one to review the national guard at Fort Riley on August 1 and the other to vote in Independence on August 4. He will attend the guard encampment at Fort Riley for the ceremony and host visitors this week including Senator Arthur Vandenberg Dr Benjamin Ander ton and Col Leonard Ayres.
Gov. Ali M. Landon telegraphed to the Illinois convention of Young Republicans praising the nation's youth as embodying the spirit of America rallying for preservation of heritage. He urged that American initiative and jobs for the unemployed are essential to progress and freedom. Senator Arthur Vandenberg will be his luncheon guest Tuesday.
An article notes that adult locusts resemble harvest flies with red orange markings and two front wing tips forming a W. A tradition claimed the W stood for war when P year locusts appear, linking the insect to conflict lore.
A company spokesman said he desires a productive visit with Senator Avenenberg to discuss campaign matters, signaling intent to engage on budget and policy issues.
In Iowa politics Gillette secures the Democratic nomination for U S senator after a fifth ballot choice. Gillette faces Republican Gilchrist, who backed key measures like the AAA and NRA, while Gillette’s backers celebrate a strong party showing and delegate strength in Polk County.
Democratic readers reported Dave Murphy of Dubuque with 790 votes on the first ballot at the state convention. Murphy gained 698 and 67 votes on that ballot, but the swing moved to the eventual nominee Gillette after the initial tally.
A report says Alf Landon may visit the J. R. Howard farm in Marshall County during an Iowa swing in the next three months. Howard, once with the federal Agriculture Department, specialized in cooperative marketing during the Republican era.
The piece notes Marion county and its voters supporting Halden ahead of Des Moines and reports Halden loyalists improving ballots at the Republican state convention. It also mentions Lucas county backing J R Rhodes of Newton in the fifth district during that period.
Iowa AAA committees backed R M Evans for the Democratic Senate nomination before a registration dispute surfaced. Evans, Iowa AAA chairman, had voted Republican in 1928 but claims to be a Democrat. The powerful corn hog group spans many counties, seen as a major future political force. A hotel lobby sign pushed Ed McManus as a Democratic Senate candidate, drawing sharp reaction.
Chairman Bob Shaw announced that the Palmer Labor party had nominated Smith W Brookhart for the United States Senate. The room reacted with confusion as Shaw added a postscript “Thank God” drawing skepticism from delegates and observers.
The article notes local winners from Iowa unit shows advancing to the statewide Miss Washington 1936 pageant at the State Theater under K Jacobson. Finalists chosen by out of town judges will win all expense trips and aim for Miss Iowa 1936 and ultimately Miss America prize package in Atlantic City.
Washington Lodge No. 26 A and A M holds a regular meeting on the dust Friday of each month led by W M W A Bealer and secretary A W Yard with duties announced by the secretary.
A historical railroad timetable lists local and long distance trains with departure times. It names agents L Goodlander and J C McKay and notes service to California passengers and Washington local stops along with freight and branch trains on the M. & St. P. & P. R. R. Co. routes.
Richmonds softball team led by C Saforek shut out Riverside Firemen 4 to 0 in Richmond last night. Flynn pitched for Riverside. A tournament with eight teams is planned for August 16 at Riverside, but program details remain unavailable.
Riverside and Iowa City clubs met on local grounds Friday evening. Iowa City scored 7 runs to Riverside 3 with notable innings including 1st 6th 7th and 9th frame totals. Tee May of Iowa City appeared set for a homer but failed to touch third base, while Riverside’s Delbert Flynn played third base for Riverside with Clair Kucera catching.
Major League results show Chicago at Philadelphia and other matchups with New York, Cincinnati, and Brooklyn. American League standings list New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Cleveland, and Washington with records and upcoming games. American Association matches include Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Louisville, and St Paul with game pairings for today.
Valley Valley July 25 The Valley Ladies aid held a silver tea at the home of Mrs Ruth Sheets with about fifty attendees including 19 members and guests. The afternoon featured social time and guessing contests with refreshments served. Hostesses celebrated May and June birthdays.
July and August visits include Melvine Hixson with Ethel Maye and Maxine Churchill. V Frank and son George called in Woolson. Andy Sheetz bought a Speed Queen washer at Kukgaber’s Hardware in Washington. Mr and Mrs Dave Turnipseed visited Charlie Churchill’s home. Threshing was delayed by rain, taking half a day. Mrs John Baumgartner hosted dinners for three meals. Ladies Aid to meet Mrs Maye Hotle on Aug 5 for an all day session. guests welcome and fifteen cents per person to cover dinner.
Wendel Booth will take a two week vacation staying on his brother in law's farm three miles northwest of Cyrawfords ville. He will be joined by W. L. Smith and his family during the trip.
In Washington R F D 3 on July 27 Carl D Anderson reported the best oats yield at 44 bushels per acre. Milton Maas trapped two horned owls with Eleanor Maas setting the traps. A threshing ring led by the Stanley Mouser team finished in 52 hours threshing 11 719 bushels.
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