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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1937
Page
1
Adelber says Clevenger asked police for help locating his wife who disappeared after leaving to visit a friend and did not arrive. The column notes the ongoing search spanning several days and the couple's reported plans.
John a Petty an 18 year old fell two stories in a freight elevator at the Iowa Steel and Iron Works in Cedar Rapids suffering two broken backs and is in recovery.
Des Moines reports front page editorial in Wallaces' Farmer ties farm support for Roosevelt's judiciary reorganization to a 1937 corn loan, arguing such financing hinges on the president's plan. Two farmers discuss corn loans and court reform as condition for aid.
Five young men will be ordained as priests at Sacred Heart cathedral in Davenport. Bishop Henry P. Rohiman will officiate. The ordinands are Joseph Pound of Clinton, John J. Morrissey of Ottumwa, Paul C. Albers of Fort Madison, Robert J. Donohue of Iowa City, and Joseph J. Fath of Brooklyn. All except Donohue graduated from St. Ambrose College.
County results show 664 farmers in Tama favor the experimental 1937 soil conservation program while 21 oppose, confirming strong support for the plan across the area.
William A. Eblerman, a leading wholesale jeweler, was indicted by the Woodbury county grand jury for allegedly plotting with the underworld to stage a $36,000 theft from his own company on December 2. Four mobsters tied to a powder house explosion in Sioux Falls were also named.
MOUNT VERNON More than 85 high school principals and superintendents from eastern and central Iowa will attend the fifth annual Schoolmen's conference at Cornell college directed by Dr. Samuel J. McLaughlin. Dr. John F. E. Stout of Northwestern University and Dr. T. R. McConnell of Minnesota University will discuss teaching both gifted and slow children in the same classroom.
Iowa City police report law students clashed with Deputy Sheriff Preston Koser during attempts to serve a writ of replevin. He faced a volley of rotten eyes as he tried to enter the engineering building to reclaim a sign stolen by rivals during Mecca week.
Iowa high school musicians begin twelfth state festival eliminations in five sites Centerville Oskaloosa Adel Valley Junction and Britt Pupil entries reach 553 schools with finals at the University of Iowa May 4 to 8 in Iowa City.
Pope Pius reportedly suffered a heart attack at eleven this morning in Vatican City. The report mentions Roy Flynn of Riverside as one of the people nearby, while another Riverside resident was shopping in Washington on the same day.
Loga n West Virginia March 12 Entombed miners in Huntchinson Coal Mac Beth mine near Logan faced likely death as rescue teams fought to reach 15 men three miles back from the mine mouth. Floyd Fields Joe Frye and Troy McCoy already recovered dead, leaving families of four with three children each. Rescue efforts continue with five eight man teams aiming to reach the entombed group today.
Iowa liquor receipts for February fell to 715 463 44 from January totals. Four of 135 state stores posted gains led by Des Moines with 74 042 92. Davenport rose to 22 622 51, Anamosa 3 658 72, and Courtland equivalents also up slightly while most stores declined.
Jo Ann Kurtz eight year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Myron Kurtz died last night at home two miles west of Pleasant Plain The death is believed to be from scarlet fever after effects Funeral services set for 9 am tomorrow at St Josephs Church East Pleasant Plain with Rev Seidel Burial in adjacent cemetery Jo Ann was born March 23 1929 and was the couple’s only child
Neal DeLong a deputy U S marshal spots a man who resembles a prisoner he escorted to Oklahoma City. The former inmate had been released on probation after a year in jail and a 300 fine and hurries back to Portland.
March 12 report shows Governor Kraschel accusing a high Republican leader of engineering a farm-to-market road amendment to divert federal road funds to primary road accounts. Republicans deny caucus ties to lobbyists and defend the secondary road funds. House passes open-books bill and considers fox domestication measure as filing deadlines loom for hundreds of new bills.
Thousands thronged Washington streets for Easter window displays and a concert by the Municipal band under new director Milo Sorden. The Chamber of Commerce offered 55 dollars in prizes for the best windows, with customers voting via ballots printed with purchases. Ballots were exhausted and restocked as shoppers lined the square, drawing visitors from nearby towns.
Rockwood's new store held an open house last evening with a crowd of visitors. More than 1000 flowers were given away and numerous congratulatory gatherings noted. The modern interior features white fixtures, display windows, and spring dresses on wax models. Harry Rimmerman and wife plan alternating visits with the Fairfield store. clerks listed include Mrs. Juanita Mathers and others, with alterations to follow. Apparel goes on sale today drawing many prospective customers.
Mrs Maynard Brown Mrs Leland Morrison Mrs Robert Templeman Mrs Harry Simpson and Mrs R H McCleery departed this morning for Chicago and expect to return tomorrow night.
Blue argues for representation of county on the relief board as reforms aim to expand oversight. Proposals require the state commission to publish all rules in a newspaper, acknowledge receipt of applications, and decide within 90 days.
International News Service reports from Madrid that about 30,000 Italian troops form four divisions fighting northeast of Guadalajara. Italian prisoners described concentration of forces and combat under General Luigi Novuslane, with deserter Nocito detailing arrival in Spain and intent to escape.
Five year old Harry Ramseyer Jr. of Iowa City underwent a 90 minute operation at University Hospital after a sewing needle about three quarters of an inch long was driven into his right knee while he sat on a rug. The needle broke into four pieces and was removed after x rays located the tip. He remained in a cast and was taken to Iowa City yesterday with his parents and Dr. Fr. W. Eastwood. He joked about sleep as he recovered. He has been ill with whooping cough for four weeks.
President Roosevelt reached his Warm Springs cottage today for a two week rest. Town shoppers were Mr and Mrs Everett Huber of Wellman and Mr and Mrs John Knotek of Riverside.
The article reports rebels being moved toward Madrid amid strong wind and rain that slowed operations near Guad alpajarar. Rebels reached within nine miles of Madrid before a major counter effort. Loyalist commanders say the enemy suffers heavy losses and will find further progress costly, with strong reinforcements arriving to bolster loyalist lines.
About 290 to 250 Iowa restaurant owners pressed a bill by Rep. C. L. Rice to ban meals in drug stores. The proposal requires meals to be prepared and served in separate rooms and excludes dining cars hotels churches fraternal groups and private boarding houses. The group says drug stores lure customers with cheap meals to push other sales.
John P. Devaney president of the National Lawyers' Guild endorses Roosevelt’s plan to enlarge the supreme court as the most conservative remedy to advance progressive legislation. A former Minnesota chief justice, he opposes a constitutional amendment and argues five percent could block it. He cites a judicial crisis and favors adding new members to shift the court.
Mrs I Rothschild arrived home from Chicago after spending most of the winter in Florida. Mr Rothschild returned Wednesday night.
More than 100000 workers face idle time as factory talks fail. In Detroit Chrysler and the union remain deadlocked over recognition as sole bargaining agent. Hudson and Chicago taxi drivers also stay idle amid disputes. Douglas aircraft plant resumes work with mutual claims of victory. Overall business shows growth as steel and auto production rebound after a GM strike and steel deadlock easing.
Dr Francis E Townsend leader of the old age pension movement was sentenced in the District of Columbia to 30 days in jail and a $100 fine for contempt of the House after his house committee walkout amid investigations. He may appeal and remains free on $1,900 bond.
Mr and Mrs Aubrey Ostrus traveled to St Louis Missouri yesterday to visit Mrs Ostrus parents Mr and Mrs Willian Kline and other relatives and friends The trip centers on family connections in the area.
New air minister and new chief of British aviation Sir Cyril Newall take on the responsibility to drive Britain's aim of air supremacy. The appointment places leadership over strategic air policy as Britain strengthens its aerial power.
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