14 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1939
Page
1
New Hampton reports 120 pupils from St Josephs Academy placed under observation for scarlet fever after Sister Mary Cecelia developed the illness.
In Sioux City thieves shattered a safe dial at American Auto Parts Co and looted $75. They used an electric fan to blow away tear gas released by the intruders, allowing their quick escape without confrontation.
A Waterloo district court jury hears Mrs. Mary Coakley of Washington claim she was injured in 1987 when she fell in a show barn trying to avoid a horse owned by Buford Reece of New Providence. She seeks 25000 from the Dairy Cattle Congress and Reece.
Atlantic approved free school books by 724 to 453 with a two year wait. Initial cost about 5000 dollars and 2500 dollars yearly thereafter. Eldora also approved free texts by 178 to 85 with an estimated 1200 dollars yearly for three years.
Cedar Rapids reports the Alliance of Czech organizations launching a ten day home industry mart on March 21 at the Iowa theater building. Handcrafted woodwork glass art and embroidery by Czech peasants, many homeless, will be sold. Mrs Eduard Benes wife of the former Czecho-Slovak president is expected for the opening.
Early tabulations of a Davenport straw vote indicate residents favored daylight saving time by about three to two. The poll, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, sought an unofficial opinion on the local school election matter.
KEOSAUQUA Mr and Mrs Evans Craig finally own the 115 acre farm they have lived on for more than 30 years. They purchased the northeast Keosauqua tract from former lessors Mrs Lena Bell of Des Moines and Mrs Lyle Hall of Eldon after three decades as renters.
Jasper county supervisors and 19 township reps outline a 3 year plan to build over 60 miles of new secondary roads including grading culverts and bridges. The project aims for about 125000 dollars under the direction of Hugo Reichelt the board chairman.
CRESTON Iowa independent geologist W G Osborn from Douds says no site in Iowa is ready for an oil well rig. His remark follows test drilling in Missouri and growing impatience among Iowans seeking an oil boom.
Le Mars voters turnout soars as stickers bearing Dr. OToole name circulate on election day. He led candidates on paper but was not a listed finalist. rivals used calls to mobilize support. The unofficial surge transformed a routine board vote into a heightened local contest.
President Roosevelt linked a new 150 million relief request to a warning that cutting WPA funding would force mass layoffs. He warned that up to 5 million people could be affected and 1.2 million jobless would be discharged, with about 3.8 million dependents at risk. He said withdrawal would harm commerce, landlords, and overall prosperity.
Petit jurors will report Monday March 20 in the afternoon to begin the term. The grand jury will be impaneled Thursday due to a late court start caused by Judge Bechly’s illness. the term opens two days later than planned.
Iowa Supreme Court upholds two damage awards related to Washington County crashes. Donald Simmering, 19, Washington, gets 3000 against Ray Hutt after a fog collision two miles east of Washington. Francis Allbaugh, 18, Washington, wins 6500 against David and Charles Ashby. the father is removed from the judgment for lack of driving permission.
Des Moines reports the state safety department bill faced opposition as it went to debate in the house. The senate set the teachers annuity bill as a special order for March 22 while the farm to market road bill is scheduled as a special order in the senate tomorrow.
County superintendent Lester B. Krabill announces the main and junior spelling contest contestants for Washing ton county. The 122 pupils from townships and parochial schools compete in written and oral rounds at the courthouse with finals to determine the county winner, plus a separate rural-children contest.
In Washington County, A. E. Atchison and Dr. P. Etter were re elected to three year terms on the board with no opposition and all votes. Kalona saw I. E. Grady and S. W. Yoder win seats while incumbents were defeated. Other towns report small vote totals and unopposed or single-ticket elections. High school tourney plans and bus arrangements emerged in Kalona and Des Moines.
A small fire scare occurred at a North Side restaurant when a hot pipe ignited grease on a stove vent. Owner John Winga quickly smothered the blaze with towels, while Merritt McDaniel returned with a fire extinguisher, keeping damage to a minimum. The incident was reported at about 2 06 this morning.
A theft report states a yellow gold Elgin locket watch and two dollars were taken from a purse in a car parked at the county hospital. Vivian Hammon and Evalyn Watts of Fairfield own the items. Despite searches by Night Marshal Walt Kiesey and follow up by Chief Jay Brown, no clues were found.
The government will trial subsidizing consumption by issuing stamps to relief clients in select cities to buy surplus farm products at stores. The program shifts from production control to marketing, aiding farmers and low income consumers, with possible extension to textiles and other goods if successful.
A capacity crowd attended the Washington council’s first meeting in the redecorated Dougherty building quarters. Grand Knight J. McKelly presided as speakers included Joseph Goldman from Grand Rapids and Frank Carideo, new Iowa State football backfield coach. Visiting knights from Harper and others attended, with Father H. J. Corcoran giving the welcome.
The Journal runs the first of a series of advertisements by Citizens' ticket supporters for the municipal election on March 27. Ads will appear on the back page, reporting work done by the current city administration.
Vienna reports Germans moving toward Brno as Czechoslovakia disintegrates under Hitler. Bratislava proclaims independence with Nazi frontier support. Carpath Ukraine declares independence. Bohemia and Moravia remain under Nazi suzerainty as Prague asks Berlin for guidance. London PM Chamberlain distances Britain from responsibility amid dismemberment.
Philip Strabala 81 of Richmond died last evening after a stroke and long illness. Funeral at Holy Trinity Church Richmond Thursday at nine with Father Van Waus officiating. Burial in Richmond Cemetery. Survived by wife two sons Delbert and Aphenasius two daughters Margaret Louise and Joan a brother Lawrence a sister Margaret Bush and nieces nephews. Brother Aphenasius left New York for Chicago and would arrive Iowa City tonight.
The Citizens' ticket outlines its program as a response to the past six years of governance. It emphasizes a shift in policy, criticizing the incumbents and pledging reforms to improve administration and outcomes for local residents.
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