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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1933

Page

5

Holdovers Dominate Iowa Senate Political Shuffle

In Des Moines lawmakers weigh the power of holdovers who keep the Senate in GOP control with party lines blurred. Veteran Republicans like Frailey Hicklin and Democrats such as Cooney Geske White and Stevens shape debate while insurgent voices from Patterson Knudson Wenner gain attention. In the House Republican Archie Farlane and Paul Cummingham share influence with veteran J P Gallagher and others as a Fort Dodge Democrat John Mitchell rises. New faces appear on both sides amid ongoing power dynamics.

Des Moines Iowa Capitol Hill General Assembly Frailey and Hicklin Matt Cooney Dubuque M. X. Geske McGregor Harry White Vinton Roy E. Stevens Ottumwa George Patterson Burt Irvin Knudson Ellsworth E. J. Wenner Waterloo House ArchicFarlane Waterloo Dan W. Turner Senate Paul Cummingham J. P. Gallagher Williamburg Charles Malone Cass County

Promising Law Maker Emerges from Law College

A recent law college graduate shows potential as a future legislator. The newcomer quickly attracts attention for sharp debating skills and a clear stance on judicial reform. Supporters cite fresh ideas and strong community ties as key strengths for political advancement.

Law

Wallace outlines fix for agriculture in new era

Des Moines dispatch quotes H A Wallace arguing federal policy failed for 12 years to shift the nation from debtor to creditor. He predicts President elect Roosevelt's cabinet will face the task of readjustment, reducing output on marginal lands and cutting principal crop production to meet the new world situation.

Des Moines Henry Wallace Farm Journal Rooseve Wallace Wallaces Vermer Iowa Homestead Walace Negtecc Eco Aio

The Challen of Love at the Crooked Billet

Jabez delivers a message for Wolfe to visit old crabbe, and Wolfe faces Josiah Crabbe in crabbe’s fortified Navestock home. Crabbe prides himself on hardness and money as power, urging Wolfe to flee Navestock or risk exposure, while Wolfe studies Crabbe and weighs the risk of confrontation.

Jabez Mr. Ragg Wolfe Crabbe Josh Crabbe Mr. Rage Josiah Crabbe Josh Turrell Ar Arbour Grinch Mr. Crabbe Dr. Wolfe Adam Grinch Mr. Wolfe Navestock Dr. Threadgold Peachy Hill Turrell and Company Trrrell

Farmer Seeks Action On Tariffs And Reforms

Wallace criticizes delayed postwar adjustments and calls out public apathy and chaotic forces. He praises Roosevelt as suited to lead, expressing hope for progress in Washington.

Wallace Roosevelt Washington

March movement reshapes Crawfordsville households

Crawfordsville community notes a busy moving period as families relocate within the area. Jay Orris and family leave Charley Rodgers’ old place, Cecil Lease and Hivery Witards move in, and J. H. Crawford shifts to Wittards’ vacated home. Local clubs, visits, and basketball outings mix with dental work and business in Washington.

Crawfordsville Jay Orris Charley Rodgers Mather Charley Zickefoon John Krantz Jim Henderson Wyman W. E. Riley Donald Tom Riley Farrel Young Iowa Illinois Iowa City Karl Munson Chester Cherryholmes Washington Sherman Crowe Harley Rhea Wid Ferguson John Cannon Evan Evans Charley Rogers Grandpa Grandma Young Little Richard Rex Long Tom Low Charley Longs Olds

Eastward influences on Western prose noted by author

An author observes women in Chinese writing influence Western prose, suggesting many Western stylistic inventions originate from the East, framing it as a recurring literary cross influence.

Women Show Less Record for Crimes Than Do the Men

Hoover reports 1932 federal arrest data show 7.4 women per 100 men arrested, with robbery charges higher for men. Narcotic violations show similar gaps, and repeat offenders are noted for forgery, with 4.4 million criminal records on file.

Washington Bureau of Investigation Justice Department J. Edgar Hoover Bureau United Press

Beatty-Tennett bill would cut Iowa property tax to 1919 level

DES MOINES March 2 UP General property tax levies under the Beatty Tennett bill now before the Iowa legislature would be reduced to the 1919 level, says Ed Iown legislative tax advisor. The measure would lower Iowa's property tax burden from 90 million in 1932 to about 76 million in 1934 and 1935, the 1919 basis, with 1931 and farm income figures noted as context.

Iowa

Tax measure faces fight over 12 year tax levels

A state official argues the bill would cut tax revenue by at least half while keeping public services intact. The measure would reduce the 19 percent millage levies from 1981 to 25 percent, exclude state and certain relief levies, and allow targeted increases only with strict necessity or director approval after a public hearing.

Brown

We Must Sleep Opinion Cited On Sleepers and Jitters

A fragment argues heavy sleepers are weaker intellectually while light sleepers suffer jitters. It contrasts two sleep styles and mentions Atinity Constitution in a speculative tone.

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