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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1936
Page
1
Boone counties columnist reports a garage robbery as Tusa Gordon arrives home to find an armed robber waiting. The bandit took $97 and fled, leaving questions about security in private spaces. Local police investigate possible connections to similar daytime street crimes.
The dean of men reports fraternity men and the all-university group at the University of Iowa have outperformed nonfraternity groups in grades for all but two of the last twenty years.
Gunmen held up a poker and dice game in Lehigh-Four region and fled with more than $2,500. A Fort Dodge gambler who was reportedly winning heavily was identified as the heaviest loser. Police authorities filed the robbery report with town and county officers.
Police began an investigation after 60 rabbits were found dead in a yard coop at the John Brink home. Mr Brink was found dead with rabbits strewn about. no wounds were observed on the bodies.
A 1000 resident town nearly lacks fire protection as all 20 volunteer firefighters resign after a dispute with the city council about which garage should house the fire truck. The walkout leaves the town without adequate coverage until a resolution is reached.
Mount Ayr area report states a farmer was robbed of $25 after a gypsy party of nine people pulled up in a car. John Potter alleged he was approached by two women who kissed him, after which the group fled with the money.
The PWA program in Des Moines is funded mainly by local communities for 145 projects under construction. Hopkins and state engineers report a loan of £154,000 to communities plus £4,468.78 in outright grants. Nearly $16,000,000 in planned projects await funds and will be built when appropriations rise.
The sixteen annual encampment of the Iowa department Veterans of Foreign Wars will be held here from June 25 to 27. A large military parade is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Friday June 26.
Preparations were complete for the fifty fifth annual meeting of the Synod of Iowa Presbyterian Churches to be held in Ames from June 29 to July 2 with officials planning the program and services.
The Iowa State fair will feature a dedicated rabbit department for the first time, part of the Iowa Rabbit Show Circuit Association. Judges will award prizes for best meat rabbit fur rabbit solid color cavy and parti colored varieties with grand sweepstakes prizes over 100 dollars.
An unknown tramp, later identified as Anna P. Schaefer, returned a purse found at her door after it was stolen. The tramp gave back $12.30 and declined a reward, asking instead for a single cigar. The owner forgot the name of the generous stranger.
Preliminary work begins on the Surfacing contract in Washington streets. HosrabIn company of Iowa City aims to complete the local contract in the coming weeks. About three miles will be surfaced with crushed rock and a bituminous top this summer. East Jefferson work starts with scraper and roller, two blocks rocked last year, rest readied for rock. West Jefferson crews move to rock start, two blocks on South Avenue B readied for surfacing. South Avenue DC sections from West Madison to Woodlawn Cemetery also slated. After these areas, crews shift to northeast areas with remaining contract work.
Congressman William Lemke presidential candidate arranged to speak at Des Moines Sunday night after Burlington engagement. The Union party aims to expand its Iowa tour to win farm votes across the state.
The Japanese cabinet decided not to share advanced shipbuilding plans as demanded by the London naval treaty. Japan had previously rejected joining a three power agreement and faced an invitation to cooperate on naval matters.
Kalona, June 23 Alonzo Boone 75 died at his home at 5 o'clock from a heart attack He was born in Kalona to Abner and Hilmira ReOone now deceased Survived by his widow and son R O Boone Kalona One son preceded him in death One sister Mrs Jonnie Frederick Kalona and three brothers Alfred Saber Texas Wil Iowa City Funeral plans are incomplete
Pierce Knox the blind xylophone player from Washington Ta on a Rotary club tour hopes to reach New York by Saturday or Sunday and aims for an audition at Major Bowes amateur hour. He attends the Iowa State School for the Blind at Vinton Ia and is joined by his father on the tour.
The message describes an extension of negotiations among Britain France and the United States to Japan aimed at agreeing to exchange plans to forestall a naval construction race and prevent escalation.
Crowds gathered in West Chester Keota Wellman Kalonta and Richmond as a 365 car caravan brought a centennial message from Washington. Gen Mace outlined plans for a week of county celebration with large delegations to the county seat. Booster trips continue with towns Noble Wayland Coppock Brighton Rubio Richland on the schedule tonight.
Veterans affairs officer meets with FHA admin rep to promote home financing options for veterans cashing bonus bonds. The H S Ward store transfers ownership to Edward L. Hanson and Philip Hanson of Watseka Illinois, with Edward Hanson taking active Washington management.
Washington County Republican Women's club meets tomorrow at 2 30 in Sunset park near the log cabin. Attendees may tour the cabin after the meeting. Mayor Thomas FE Martin of Iowa City will speak. A booster group from Iowa City plans to visit and may join at park close.
I Rothschild seeks a very large flag once owned by a GAR post. It cannot be found after diligent search, while three others of similar size have been located. The flag is to be used in county centennial decorations. Anyone with information should contact Mr Rothschild.
Mrs. Jessie Young announces the new executive board for the Iowa Federation of Business and Professional Women’s clubs. Appointees include education chair Mrs. Alice Warsaw and health chair Margaret Griffin, with members from Waterloo Des Moines Clinton and several other cities. The annual health picnic is set for Sunday July 26 in Iowa City.
Justice of the Peace W. 8 Eldridge yesterday sentenced Harley Noel to thirty days in the county jail for assault and battery. The judge found Noel guilty after hearing the testimony of Miss Wilma Palmer and Mrs. John Palmer about his attempt to force entry into the Palmer home.
Mrs M H Sartor attended the Wednesday afternoon session of the tenth annual Child Welfare conference in Iowa City and then traveled to Des Moines with Mr and Mrs Chas Pye. They stayed with the Pyes until the chiropractors convention began Sunday. Dr Sartor and son William also attended the Birdland park opening in Des Moines where Mrs Sartor’s nephew Frank Kurtz of Los Angeles was among the champion divers.
James A. Farley national Democratic chairman called the Philadelphia convention to order and fired up the crowd with a forecast of a November victory over the Republicans. His reference to President Roosevelt sparked a half hour demonstration by the large audience.
Philadelphia June 22 INS reports Democratic leaders call for a firm platform on international trade currency disarmament and war debts. Senator Millard Tydings urges an international currency stabilization conference and disarmament steps to foster world recovery. Senator Pope of Idaho advocates opposing war profits and a strong party stance.
The Democratic National Convention opened in Convention Hall Philadelphia with an hour and a half session and a half hour of enthusiasm for President Roosevelt. National Chairman Farley electrified delegates in his opening speech attacking Republicans and framing the campaign as the new deal versus the old deal.
The Iowa delegation elected Representative Hubert Utter to the national committee, defeating Frank Comfort of Des Moines. Mrs. W L Etter of Sigourney was re elected committeewoman, with opponents Mrs. J C Pryg of Burlington and Mrs. Mabel June Fickel of Hastings defeated. Governor Herring joined the rules committee, Lt. Gov Kraschel seconded Roosevelt’s nomination, Senator Murphy on the resolutions committee, and Charles D Huston to notify President Roosevelt of renomination.
delegates boo the GOP and cheer FDR as Farley leads a raucous Philadelphia gathering. passionately praised, the crowd parades with state standards while the band flouts with New York tunes amid pro New Deal rhetoric.
Mrs. Julius Kunik of the Washington Fruit Market is a registered pharmacist.
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