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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1932

Page

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Legion post weighs grain aid to South Dakota

A five member committee of Leon Beatty post American Legion plans to send a car of grain and hay to needy areas in South Dakota after confirming real need via telegram responses. Red Cross and Knights of Columbus offer help while Baxter elevator may serve as donation headquarters.

S. Dakota Leon Beatty Post American Legion South Dakota Baxter Legionnaires Dakota Direct Red Cross F. W. Eastwood St. Louis Knights of Columbus Leon Beatty Geddes S. D

Brookhart Files Papers to Seek Senate Re-Election

Senator Smith W. Brookhart of Iowa filed papers to run for another term in the U S Senate. He had earlier stated he was in the race but had not taken official steps until today in Des Moines.

Des Moines Iowa Smith W. Brookhart

Lost art articles recovered by Journal want ads

Lost articles advertised in the Journal want-ads show a strong chance of recovery for a few cents. Readers are urged to check listings and claim items promptly, as many pieces come from readers who misplaced them.

Present Ad Offers Reward for Missing Dog

An active advertisement promises a large reward for the return of a lost dog. It notes the animal is currently held and urges witnesses to come forward with information to aid recovery.

Lost and Found Ads Return Dogs to Owners

The journal’s lost ads have helped locate and return dozens of dogs to their owners, reuniting pets with families through a series of successful notices and follow ups.

By the Way Journal

Charity Ball Draws Crowd Despite Rain at City Hall

A rainy evening did not dampen attendance at the third charity ball held at city hall. 118 paid admissions plus $31.30 in donations from attendees and helpers, with Boyd's orchestra delivering three hours of dances, and no lunch served due to sick staff.

City Hall Jerry Wolf Charles Beliel Boyd Joe Melinski

Washington schools bicentennial pageant honor George Washington

Tickets at McDaniel's drug store for a Washington schools bicentennial pageant mark 200 years since his birth. The 7:30 program features students from four wards, junior high, high school and junior college with a color filled dress rehearsal tonight. The full title is George Washington's Place in the Minds and Hearts of Americans.

McDaniel’s Washington George Washington Ano

Plan Library Meeting Here In May For Southeast Iowa

The local library board discussed plans for the southeastern Iowa district meeting to be held here in May likely the second week. Librarians and board members attend. The library interiors have been cleaned and ready. New books were selected for order as part of the monthly plan. The board meets on the first Tuesday each month.

Southeastern

Deputy Sheriff Appointment for License Duties

The board of supervisors formally appointed Mrs. Juanita Wilson as a deputy sheriff and assigned her duties of selling drivers licenses.

Board of Supervisors Juanita Wilson

Secret Session Tax Proposal Critique from Beverly Hills

A Beverly Hills writer argues that Congress should tax all industries in secret sessions with no outside contact, then announce the measure to end lobbying pressure. He contends current taxes target everyone while lobbyists influence lawmakers.

Beverly Hills Congress

Local Recorder Offers Driver Licenses at Office

The article notes a deputy recorder in Ine county who provides driver licenses. People may obtain licenses directly from the recorder's office.

Recorder

Objectives Reached by Japs Today

Japanese forces shattered the Chinese second line and occupied Chenju and surrounding districts. They drove the first line back from Chapei toward Kiangwan and pushed Chinese troops from Chapei as they pressed toward breaking the second line. Nantao district evacuated by municipal authorities. Shanghai populace stunned by news of the defeat.

Shanghai Snanghai Thursay Chenju Chapei Kiangwan Hangkow Road

Doctors Hear Talk on Water at County Medical Meeting

J. J. Hinman chief of the water laboratory Iowa City spoke on Water Good and Bad at the county medical society and auxiliary gathering in the G A R rooms courthouse last night. Inclement weather reduced attendance. The ladies auxiliary opened with a short meeting before Hinman’s address and stereoptican views of wells in poor locations were shown. Dr J Kulowski was to present Osteomyelitis but illness prevented his attendance.

J. J. Hinman Water Laboratory Iowa City County Medical Society

PAY WASHINGTON HONOR AT SCHOOL

St James school children honor George Washington with songs readings and a one act play. An audience of parents and friends attends and is pleased by the program. Young students perform pieces about Washington and his era ending with a flag salute.

St. James School Childen George Washington Vernon Bells Betty Kiefer Washington William Marie Jack Swift Paul Te Bockhorst Dorothy Greiner Dorothy Melinsky John Bailey Betsey Ross Elizabeth Linnenkamp J Hubert Reed Betty Neiswanger Bonnie Ryan Valley Forge

Lindbergh Baby Birth Sparks Global Excitement

Hopewell New Jersey March 2 The world greeted the birth of Charles August Lindbergh Jr born June 22 1930 at the Morrow home Englewood New Jersey The infant drew thousands of congratulatory messages and a radio tribute followed the announcement Friends and reporters gathered at the Morrow estate while intense public interest centered on the famous baby and the Lindberghs plans for his name and early travel.

Hopewell N. J Charles August Lindbergh, Jr Anne Morrow Dwight W. Morrow New Jersey Pound Fon Lindbergh New York Paris Morrow Englewood N. J Little Charles Senator Morrow INS Charles A. Lindbergh Lincoln Melvisey Charley Ross Chicago Robert Isham Randolph Secret Six Col. Randolph Charles Augustus Lindbergh, Jr Albert Hoffman Chicago Detective Bureau Col. Lindbergh Lieut. Hoffman March Lindy Junior Lindberghs Charles Philadelphia Delaware Quaker City Charles Patterson J. Kelly Lindbergh House Hillside

Famous Kidnapings Spark National Sensation

A March 2 report recounts the Lindbergh baby kidnapping as possibly the era’s most sensational crime after Lincoln and Melville. It recalls earlier famous cases Charley Ross and Edward Cudahy, detailing public outrage, searches, and outcomes including Pat Crowe’s trial and later reformation.

Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping Sparks Federal Action Debate

National focus sharpens on the Lindbergh baby kidnapping with calls for federal charges and possible death penalty. Attorney General Mitchell pledges full Justice Department cooperation as Congress weighs bills to penalize ransom demands and expand federal jurisdiction.

Washington INS Charles A. Lindbergh Department of Justice New Jersey House Post Office Committee Judiciary Committee of House Congress Lindbergh Mitchell Chicago Col Charles A. Lindberg Airplane Pilots Association Col. Lindbergh David Behneke Airline Pilots’ Association

Old French Term Chowder Origin Emerges

The term chowder traces to the French chaudiere a cauldron used by Breton fishermen to cook fish and potatoes, a repast that gave rise to the name.

Britanny

Journal want ad service calls on Marion residents

The Journal taxi arranged representatives will call on eight Marion residents tomorrow on the special want ad service. If residents miss the caller, they should phone in their ad to receive special attention and ensure inclusion on the schedule.

Journal Marion Miss Briley

Ad Copy Urges Immediate Phone Orders

A brief advertisement urges readers to phone their ad requests promptly using the numbers 6 or 54, emphasizing quick placement and action for classified notices.

East Marion Miss Briley Shows How Want Ads Help

Friday feature highlights practical uses of want ads on the East side of South Marion with Miss Briley guiding residents. The segment aims to demonstrate how classified notices can connect buyers and sellers and find needed services.

South Marion

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Legion Post Legion Soott Dakota Jay Brown Dr. P. L. Etter Howard Panxter Spencer Reed Everett Smith Victor Crone March Legion Brookhart U. S 19Th Chinese Route Army Ington Nantao International Settlement Chinatown Far East Lindy Maine Germantown Walter Charley Christian K. Ross Ross Cudahy Edward Cudahy Edward A. Cudahy Omaha Pat Crowe Crowe Risden James EF. Risden Iowa Bureau of Investigation S. Marion Ave
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