Washington Groups Dominate District Music Contest
Washington high school led district contests with superior ratings in girls and boys small vocal groups and top soprano solo Ruth Davis. Wellman and Kalona also earned high marks while some entries did not appear. District finals set for April 13-14 in Washington with instrumental events continuing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellman
Washington
Muse
Sigourney and Wellman
Kalona
Marengo
Siourney
Sigourney
Fairfield
Eldon
Keota
Crawfords- Ville
Kalota
Birmingham
Crawfordsville
Ruth Davis
Washington High School
Vera Stutsman
Wima Palmer
Neta Fetters
Virginia Davis
Jean Moore
Merle Simpson
George Masson
Harry Barker
Elwyn Gardner
Wellman Girls
Tillie Swartzendruber
Velenor Duskin
Netty Coffey
Kathryne Winegarden
Helen Stricker
Marcia
Soprang
Tnstrumental
Elise
Mystery seed pods from ash tree stump the Journal readers
Hob Jacobs found bulb like objects on an ash tree while chopping wood this winter. They resemble small walnuts with rough brown exteriors and cottony interiors. John Timmerman, Journal horticultural authority, identifies them as ash tree seed pods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hob Jacobs
Journal Office
John Timmerman
Journal Horticultural Authority
Weather disrupts early spring football at Wellman
Coreh Guy Carlton reports snow and cold hinder the start of spring football activities at Wellman. The delay interrupts plans as freshmen show promise for fall squads while players juggle music commitments with glee club and band duties. Practice resumes Monday with about fifty players required after school, leading into a full week before spring break and additional sessions after reopening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coreh
Guy Carlton
Taid
Wellman
Glee Club
Carlton
Parole Revoked for Priest Schirmer in Court
Judge J G Patterson presided as Priest Schirmer, jailed six months for larceny, had his parole revoked and sentence set aside. P A McLamore faced arraignment on operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated and posted bonds. arrest by Blaine Holmes, city night marshal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Patterson
Priest Schirmer
P. A. McLamore
Blaine Holmes
Labor conflict eases as proposals stall strikes
Speech outlines a plan for compulsory labor sharing with two workers from owners and two from government. If talks fail, wage increases and back pay date to initial protests, and hours may be shortened. Leaders and owners could argue privately, avoiding widespread idleness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollywood
Cal
Fc Wace
Mapute
Brother Dies at Maquoketa Iowa
Hugh M. Tracy, brother of P. W. Tracy, died yesterday at his Maquoketa home after a decade long heart illness. He was 75, served as county treasurer for four years and sat on the county board of supervisors for several years. Funeral will be at 2 o'clock at Maquoketa, with his son Ray and son-in-law Harold Hayes assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh M. Tracy
P. W. Tracy
Maquoketa
Harold Hayes
Ray
Colenso Hotel
Tracy
County Board of Supervisors
Tle
Small Fire Damages Ralph Pratt Home on Washington Street
A small fire at 428 East Washington Street damaged the Ralph Pratt residence yesterday evening. A bundle of rags used in a painting job ignited, burning a hole in the floor and causing minor smoke damage. the loss was covered by insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Pratt
East Washington Street
Body of Mrs. John Mathers Taken to Ainsworth Home
The body of Mrs. John Mathers who died at her Ainsworth home was moved from Sherman’s funeral home to her residence. Friends may call until Saturday noon. Services are planned for two o’clock in the afternoon at the Ainsworth Methodist church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John @. Mathers
Ainsworth
Sherman
Ainsworth Methodist Church
Insurance pages in Journal today feature broad coverage
The Journal launches a two page monthly feature on insurance with cooperation from eighteen local firms and individuals. It aims to educate the community on life and other insurance types from an unprejudiced view. An open letter expands the discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Insurance
Journal Today
Murphy Named on State Tax Board
Des Moines March 23 J Ray Murphy of Ida Grove a prominent Iowa Democrat and Legionaire was appointed by Governor Herring to succeed the late Dr J W Reynolds as chairman of the state board of assessment and review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
J. Ray Murphy
Ida Grove
Iowa
Herring
J. W. Reynolds
State Board of Assessment and Review
Winter Continues Defiant Gestures Across Iowa
Snow and cold winds persist across Iowa with forecasted additional flurries tonight and tomorrow. The latest weather outlook keeps winter in effect, extending the season’s grip across the state with no immediate relief in sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Will Rogers Stars in David Harum at the State
Will Rogers is perfectly cast in David Harum at the State theater. The feature showcases Rogers at his best with wholesome humor and entertaining escapades as he outwits rivals in horse racing and trading. The comedy proves a hit and shows again today and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Rogers
David Harum
State Theater
Death of Miss Nancy Laughead Reported
Friends announce the death of Miss Nancy Laughead of Long Beach California. She was formerly a resident of Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nancy Laughead
Long Beach
California
Washington
Five Others Sought For Iowa Crime
Des Moines reports the Iowa bureau of investigation seeks five more suspects in the Mason City bank robbery that netted $52,000 on March 13. Agents link the gunmen to the Edward Bremer kidnaping and a Sioux Falls bank heist, with Frank Dennis Carpenter in Minneapolis described as a "dead ringer" for John Dillinger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
First National Bank
Mason City
State Bureau of Investigation
Edward Bremer
St. Paul
Sioux Falls
Minneapolis
Frank Dennis Carpenter
Park A. Findley
John Dillinger
Novel Window Display Charms Shoppers at Nicola & Harmon
Nicola & Harmon staged a live window display for a juvenile book sale featuring Patty Patterson Nancy Patterson Sarah Lou Miller and Johnnie Baldrige age seven or under. The crowd packed the sidewalk as youngsters posed with big picture books toys and dolls. Mrs McCleery store manager treated the cast to ice cream and the display will be repeated Saturday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicola & Harmon
Patty Patterson
Nancy Patterson
Sarah Lou Miller
Johnnie Baldrige
Mrs Gatton Dies at Home of Daughter in Tyrone
Mrs Gatton passed away Wednesday night at the home of her daughter Mrs Bill Derby in Tyrone. The community extends sympathy. Mrs Otto Sheetz attended the funeral Saturday morning. Leland Sheetz and others took part in a spelling contest at Hardscrabble Friday. Walter Sheetz shopped in Washington Friday afternoon. Caroline and Dorothy Sheetz visited their parents. Harry Weisdorf and Mrs Lenninger called at the Lenninger home Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyrone
Gatton
Bill Derby
Leland
Helen Sheetz
Dorothy
Esther Lenninger
Walter Sheetz
Washington
Caroline
Dorothy Sheetz
Otto Sheetz
Harry Weisdorfer
Charles Lenninger
Concordia Seminary Student Visitation in St Louis
Richard Meibohm, a student at the Concordia seminary of the Lutheran church in St Louis, arrived yesterday for a visit that will continue until after Easter at the home of his brother Rev. T C Meibohm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Meibohm
Concordia Seminary
the Lutheran Church At
St Louis
T CC. Meibohm
Washington Spring Opening Defies Cold Wind and Draws Big Crowd
A brisk east wind and cold temperatures did not deter Washington's spring clothing display. Stores including E M Bridges Co and J C Penney showcased light attire as models paraded outside, drawing a large crowd despite the chill. The Widmer & Busby store missed participation due to Mr. Widmer’s death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
E M Bridges & Co
J. cC. Penney Co
Montgomery Ward & Co
Rothschild
Klein Klothing Ko
H. J. Ward & Co
Graham's
J. A. Warwood & Son
Moore's Hooters
Wayland Briefs Note Local Business Change and Visits
R. L. Erb purchased Kruse Bros. cleaners equipment and will operate it with his barber shop at the hotel. Mrs. Mary Martin returned from a visit with her son in St. Louis, Mo. Leroy Martin and wife joined her for a visit. Helen Roth returned from Albany Oregon. Dan Notzinger of Lebanon Oregon visits his sister. Mrs. Geriy is seriously ill with flu and pneumonia threats. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Bergh moved into the late Anna Roth property after visiting Tonia. J. A. Kime suffers a mumps relapse and remains seriously ill. Attendees at the Morgan trial in Mt. Pleasant include C. C. Wenger and others. Death notice for P. G. Widmer of Washington Wednesday. Mrs. Elizabeth Bradley and Jackie visit the Bittler home. Mrs. Wenger called to Washington for her daughter’s illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayland
R. L. Erb
Kruse Bros. Cleaners
Mary Martin
Leroy Martin
St. Louis
Leroy
Helen Roth
Albany
Ore
Dan Notzinger
Lebanon
Martin Geriy
Warren Bergh
Morgan
Mt. Pleasant
C. C. Wenger
V. L. Richer
Pop. Wyse
Hubert Wyse
Will Severt
Princes Conrad
H. H. Clark
Will Schrock
P. G. Widmer
Washington
Widmer
Chriss
Omer Seberg
Olds
Elizabeth Bradley
Jackie
Iowa City
KB. G Bittler
J. TV. Wenger
Lloyd Allinian
Seminary Spring Vacation Mentioned in Calendar
The note references the upcoming spring vacation at the seminary, marking a pause in classes and activities. It highlights a period of rest for students and staff, with plans likely around the holiday break.
Revival Services At Cottonwood U B C Church
Mrs Gleede Dold reports near Ollie area. revival services draw large crowds at Cottonwood U B C Church. Weather improves with light snow diminishing and roads in good condition. town election set for March 26 with a large expected turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coppock
Ronald Dold
Clifford Carter
Ollie
Cottonwood U. BC Church
Fred Dold
Charles Nicola
John McKune
Glenn C. Hesser
Wm Veiger
Jean
E. FE. Nichols
Washington
Hend Ticks
Paule Wolfe
Edwin Leeper
Den
Wilma
Mt. Pleasant
Jed Dold
Gleede Dold
Evelyn
RR. HW. McCirty
Ell Hesser
M. B. MeKune
Emma Merrick
Union Church
Pierre the Venerable Abbe of Cluny 1002/04–1158
Pierre the Venerable, abbe and reformer of Cluny, was born in Auvergne in 1002 or 1004 and died at Cluny in 1158. He became abbe of Cluny in 1122 and earned the title venerable for his noted spiritual gifts and memorial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre the Venerable
Cluny
Auvergne
Wage Boost Promised as Auto Workers Threaten Walkout
More than 100000 automobile workers prepared for a possible strike as General Motors Buick and Fisher plants in Detroit Lansing and other hubs posted 36 hour weeks with wage increases to equal current 40 hour pay. Auburn Chrysler Nash echoed the action while union leaders push for election supervised by the government to resolve the crisis. Confusion and tension marked the approach to a showdown as union leaders met with General Johnson. Railway wage talks continued under coordinator Eastman with proposals for higher pay for track workers. Mr and Mrs W T Duncan stayed at their Crawfordsville area farm in recent days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Capital and Labor Today
General Motors
Detroit
Lansing
Lint
Buick
Fisher
Auburn
Chrysler
Nash
Automobile Workers
Hughs. Johnson
National Recovery
Joseph I. Eastman
Eastman
Willard Hotel
Union Services Begin With Youth Gathering
Young people from Washington churches attend a Methodist event at 6 30 pm to open a series of pre Easter union services. Richard McCleery will address the group as ministers and church youth lead the campaign. Milburn McKay conducts an orchestra at 7 40 pm with special music and a dramatic Easter program supervised by Prof. J A Taylor. Rev D Chalmers Fulton delivers the evening address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Richard McCleery
United Presbyterian
The
Methodist
Baptist
St. Paul's Evangelical
Christian Churches
Milburn McKay
J. A. Taylor
D. Chalmers Fulton
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Wes Jd
Willa Olling
Eee Ouately
William A. Collins
American Federation of Labor
Roosevelt
Peninsular Metal Products Company
Auto Industry
Schirmer
McNaught Syndicate
Lan
Maquoketa, Iowa
Murphy
Winter
Carpenter
Bandit Dillinger
Nicola & Harmon's
Tyrone Eloise Sheets
Weather Man
Kk. M
G. E. Mace
Eva Butham
Edna Crowe
Velma Fink
Hannah Laithly
Mra Bamford van Dyke
Maxine Willits
Phyllis Flenner
Delores Keifer
Irene Fishburn
Wilma Ellis
Helen Klepfer
Dorothy Soukup
Oren Helwick
Bernadine Koenig
Almeda Beenblossom
Mildred Hazen
Ruby Hindahl
Don Crone
Charles Crousett
Willa Briley
Eara Wittmer
Abbe Pierre
Mr. W. T. Duncan
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