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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1936

Page

2

Local News Briefs Mention Visits and Tax Payment Reminder

Mrs Rouse and her mother Mrs Anna Rouse host relatives from Washington D C. Charlene Debois of Chicago visits her mother Mrs Elizabeth Young and sisters. County Treasurer Marion B George notes 1936 old age pension tax due by June 30. Fresh eggs 18 cents a dozen by Reister and Son. Mr and Mrs F M Jennings and daughter Fancey host Center ville visitors for a park supper in Mt Pleasant.

Pood” Co Tip Top W. Side Square Glen Rouse Barbara Richard Washington, D. C Rouse Anna Rouse Marion George Charlene Debois Chicago Elizabeth Young Pollok Wallace Fred Nelswanger Reister & Son F. M. Jennings Fancey Tom Wales Centerville Jennings Mt Pleasant

Local notes and family items from Burlington area

Baby Roberta Jean Arthur born overnight at county hospital. Poultry superintendent L C Manny visits local raisers in Burlington. Charles Barker family from Minneapolis spending week at Mrs T F Barker home. Charlen C Brown moves address. Various visits and moves noted, including Hinshaw vacation return and staff shifts at A P store with Oren James taking Tama relief post.

Bob Arthur Roberta Jean Sho L. C. Manny Hurlington Burlington Fair Charles Barker Tommy Dicky Minneapolis Minn T .F. Barker Ross Motor Service Charlen C Brown Jefferson Street Kaat van Douren Street D. F. Macon Washington Iowa Howard Buchanan Rachel Lole Helen Louise Monmouth Buchanan Carrie McLaughlin Colorado Springs Colo David McLaughlin Laughlin Zear Hinshaw Templar’s Park Spirit Lake

Counties to Vote on Paving Bond Elections

Northwestern Iowa counties move to finance highway construction by issuing paving bonds. Sioux County votes in June, Lyon in July, Sac in July, and Osceola plans to call an election soon as counties consider road improvements.

Sac City.s Iowa Sioux County Lyon County Sac County Osceola County Ex Bros

Resolutions Adopted by Washington County Republican Convention

The Washington County Republican convention adopted multiple resolutions criticizing the national administration for alleged constitutional breaches and expansion of federal power. Delegates to the Cedar Rapids state judicial convention were named, and John N. Calhoun’s candidacy for Congress was endorsed.

Leslie Eicher Ward McCutcheon Washington Celeste Hasty Kalona Sam Stites Crawfordsville Henry Bailey Richard Stewart Fred Bourgeois Claud Flynn Riverside Ella Laithly Rubio Warren Morgan Brighton Ruth Mitchel Noble George Rudiger Donald Hoskins R. W. Fillmore Ernest Carlson E. L. Bartholow W. C. Hradek Wellman T. &. Maxwell Cedar Rapids Ek. L. Edmondson A. E. Baldrige W. Livingston T. L. Brookhart T. B. Bailey H. RB. Bailey Otto Frey Orva Scott L. M. Bicher T. A. Michels Lester Orr Homer Brown B C. Foster EK. L. Stewart Eardley Bell Lou Bauer West Chester C. A. Boice Washington County United States of America Supreme Court of the United States Supreme Court Congress Democratic Party Democratic Fund Democratic National Administration Soldiers’ Relief Commission Supreme Court of the United States Rnuderse National Kresbolyved Alf M. London George Wilson NRA Calhoun John N. Calhoun Executive Department

Iowa jails deemed unfit for federal prisoners

Washington county jail in Weehongton is among six Iowa facilities rated unfit for federal use by the Bureau. About two thirds of U S jails are forbidden for Federal prisoners except in emergencies. Thirty four Iowa jails are approved for federal use. six are restricted to emergency or single night custody only.

Washington County Washington Washington, Iowa Washington, SD Weehngton Iowa Prion Bureau Adams Allamakee Appanoose Audubon Benton Hoone Bremer Buchanan Bay En Vista Cedar Cerro Gordo Cherokes Chickasaw Clay Clineton Crawford Dallas Davis Decatur Delaware Dickinson Emmett Floyd Green Grundy Iowa Falle Federal Prison Bureau

Adria Leasete Spends Day With Relatives in Cedar Rapids

A brief notice reports Adria Leasete spending the day with relatives in Cedar Rapids. The outing appears casual with no further details on events or companions.

Adria Cedar Rapide

Wellman and Richmond Join July 4 Community Pageant

A detailed schedule for a Wednesday and upcoming Saturday program features the Wellman Band in free acts and concerts, crowd favorites like Miss Richmond and Madam Richmond, Indian Dance and Ceremonial, and a broader Washington County celebration plan with bands, dances, and competitions across Wellman, Richmond, and West Chester. Local organizers highlight no admission cost if seats hold, with extensive community entertainment and historical society speaker.

Wellman Band Wellman Richmond Hind of Richmond Iowa West Chester Washington County Madam Wellman State Historical Society J. A. Swisher Sunset Park Y. MC. A Harland W. Mead Edmund D. Morrison, Jr

Backstage Iowa Politics Refer to Three Point Tax Refunds

The piece discusses expected refunds from the three point law for Lowe real estate owners. Observers anticipate about 10 666 000 in total refunds to cover state levy and soldiers bonuses with $3 40 per 1 000 value. It notes refunds arise from sales and income tax reallocations and mentions judiciary and primary law reforms.

Lowe Real Estate

Iowa State Political Platforms 1934 Summary

Iowa Democrats list a 12 point program from the 1934 platforms, urging efficiency and economy, state reorganization, highway safety, Midwest farm cooperation, veterans benefits, unemployment insurance, prison labor abolition, removal of double taxation on farms, farm co operatives, farm loan extensions, protection of livestock interests, and retirement of federal lands from farm competition. The piece references July 16 and 23 state conventions presenting these platforms to voters.

Lowa Lowa Democracy Midwest Iowa

G O P Promises Split on Welfare and Tax Plans

In a discussion on platform items, one faction condemned the dele and backed work relief, mentioning WPA. Others pushed for old age pension legislation, repeal of the sales tax, a classified income tax, opposition to state liquor stores, and a cap on real estate taxes.

Democratic leaders regroup after five days at convention

Verne Vierth state central committee publicity man did not join the Philadelphia trek and chose to support Roosevelt’s renomination, backing Hook and others as the national scene unfolded.

Philadelphia Northern Lakes Verne Vierth State Central Committee Vierth Roosevelt

Advertising Herry Dunlap Keeps Nomination Issue Open

Railroad commissioner and Democratic Sixth District congressional candidate Herry Dunlap declines to clarify whether he will relinquish his nomination after Utterback’s defeat by Governor Herring for the senatorial nomination. He says he plans to keep the matter alive and questions the need for a formal statement.

Herry Dunlap Dunlap Utterback Herring

County Democrats Re Elect Dr. Boller Committee Chairman

County Democrats pledge support for Dr. Boller and Amos Stout Sr for legislative roles. The platform highlights prosperity through agricultural pledge, wartime fiscal policy, fair currency, equal economic opportunity, and peaceful foreign policy. They commend Congress and endorse Roosevelt, Eicher, Miller, Hamilton, and other Democratic nominees.

Dr. Boller Amos Stout, Sr Edward C. Eicher Miller Alex Miller Justice of Supreme Court D. W. Hamilton

Social visits and local residents drop in across Keota region

A survey of yesterday and weekend calls shows Mr and Mrs C A Galley of Moline visited relatives, Dillon Leyle stayed at Richland home, Bob Lewis and Doris Lorack of Iowa City guests of Ives McKay, and many others including Keasler from Los Angeles and Fritz family from Burlington stopping by Keota area homes and returning to towns like Pittsburgh and Chicago. Several families, including the Carbauhs of Chicago and Hill of Iowa City, are mentioned along with local residents visiting kin in Keota and nearby towns.

Bob Lewis Doris Lorack Iowa City Ives McKay Merton Teeter Mary Columbus Ohio Mr. Teeter J. W. Tester Fred Dunamore J. R. Gardner Lisbon Harry W. Sizer Gene Beuter Jimmy Junior Ralph Ashby Wellman Hamilton Crawfordville Ivan Cummings Maxine Billy Ottumwa Aaron Leighty Wayland

Summer Visitors and Local Social Notes

Party Sizer spent the week at aunt Mrs. Thamer Begley’s in Spring while Mrs. Pearl Whisler and Rollin B. Organ were luncheon guests at Mrs. Marsh Bailey’s. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kos returned from Dallas after attending the Centennial. Mrs. Jack Reid departs Friday for Sulphur Springs Ark. Dr. Reid serves in government veterinary work at Sulphur Springs. L. Badger reports the first ripe tomato from his patch. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. McConnell of New York City are visiting Mrs. McConnell’s parents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Smith. Mrs. T. C. Davis and Miss Grace Stone of Ainsworth shopped in Washington.

Pearl Whisler Rollin B. Organ Marsh Bailey Frank Kos Dallas Texas Jack Reid Sulphur Springs Ark Reid Veterinary Department L. Badger J. J. McConnell New York City

Washington County Centennial Opens Tuesday Morning

Washington County plans a multi day centennial celebration with all towns participating. Crawfordsville and Ainsworth are singled out for Tuesday activities as committees handle numerous program items.

Washington County Washington Crawfordsville Ainsworth

Local Births and Discharges From Area Hospital

Mr and Mrs Julius Kunik welcomed a daughter born at 6 20 am Sunday. Mrs Harry Crone was discharged yesterday. Merle LeFever and his children Ruth Le Fever and a tonsillectomy patient were discharged yesterday morning. Mr and Mrs Henry Keine of Annaworth welcomed a daughter born at 6 45 am today weighing eight pounds five ounces. Mrs Richard McCleery and daughter Margaret Anh were discharged this morning.

Julius Kunik Harry Crone Merle LeFever Theis Ruth LeFever Henry Keine Annaworth Wetghing Richard McCleery Margaret Anh

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