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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1932
Page
4
An electric plant produced fifty beacons capable of lighting fifty miles each and two hundred fifty more are in production. The plan envisions lights every ten miles along air highways across mountains valleys plains and deserts, erasing night privacy for midnight lovers.
Senator Bennett told the Boone Chamber of Commerce about unequal rural school taxes in Iowa. He cited a district hosting a power plant paying little for schools, while others face heavy burdens. He calls for state revenue funded indirect taxes to lower local property taxes and support rural education.
A compact note listing common English word usage errors and pronunciation tips. It highlights phrases for illustration such as Japan being distant, describes pronunciation cues for despicable and Lan guer, and provides synonyms and a daily vocabulary goal.
A speaker urges the legislature to adopt an income tax aimed at intangible wealth in Iowa. He notes limited progress so far and cites estimates that less than one fifth of intangible wealth is taxed, while its total earnings match tangible wealth.
The piece notes Democratic infighting over the sales tax with southern Democrats breaking ranks despite leadership backing. It recalls historic party splits during Cleveland and Taft eras, arguing internal fights are common and can outlast political leaders as divisions flare and fade.
A reflective note urges kindness to animals and humans, advising fair dealings and patience. It references potato planting on Good Friday and an insurance adjuster’s quip about accidents, concluding with guidance to self reflect and avoid conflicts.
Readers debate prize distribution and mail a request for name and address as a search party plans. A Western Union anecdote about a colored lady sending a telegraph order for a geranium contrasts with a child’s exam definition of a bolt and nut and a light exchange about a baby’s first steps.
Thos E Martin of Iowa City well known eastern Iowa attorney announced his candidacy for the Iowa Railway Commission seat held by B M Richardson. His entrance signals a push to appoint a lawyer to the quasi judicial body which has lacked legal membership since Dwight N Lewis resigned to join the commerce court.
Martin, raised in Monroe County Iowa, completed early education in Albia and earned a Liberal Arts degree in 1916 and a law degree from Iowa University. He studied railroad and public utility regulation at Columbia University on a fellowship and has practiced law in Iowa City since. He has served as a longtime American Legion member and for eight years directed the Legion community building in Iowa City.
Evanston March 26 A national flag with 13 stripes and 48 stars was hoisted atop Haven elementary school after a 12 stripe 42 star banner was found flying. A janitor cut the ragged edges of the old flag believing half a flag is better than none.
Letters from readers in West Chester Washington and Keota praise the Journal’s continued stories. They say they read them daily and would miss the paper if the stories stopped.
Henry Martyn Leland, 89, famed automobile and airplane designer and founder of Lincoln, died at Grace Hospital in Detroit after a month illness. He passed away with his son and daughter at his bedside. his death ends a landmark career spanning more than fifty years in the automotive industry.
Trial of Grace Fortescue, Lieut. Thomas H Massie and two naval enlisted men charged in the honor slaying of Joseph Kahahawai was tentatively set for April 4 at Clarence Darrow's request. Judge Charles Davis postponed the March 28 start. Darrow said extra time may be needed. A 26 venire panel drawn for prospective jurors included 12 Caucasian, and Orientals including nine Chinese four Hawaiians and one Japanese. Veniremen were summoned for examination.
A venting column warns a person who locked them in their office to stay secret. The writer threatens with an old shotgun loaded with shingle nails as a deterrent.
The speaker imagines a joyful Europe trip tied to a popularity contest and voting support. He recalls a grandfather’s wartime history and muses on travel stops in France and Germany while contemplating wardrobe for cold seas and iceberg concerns.
A group of eastern university students tried to enter Kentucky to observe the coal fields strike. Forty crossed into Middlesboro but were told to post a $1,000 peace bond or face jail. Unable to raise the bond, the vanguard returned to Knoxville. More arrivals were expected as plans to reattempt their entry formed.
Madison Wisconsin March 26 In a police report Russell Smith said he would pay 50 dollars for the return of his wife Grace. He claimed two men abducted her last October while he was away and no trace has since been found.
In Binghamton New York Richard Conk a 17 year old died from a fractured skull after a ball struck his head during a sandlot game Lawrence Thompson 17 pitched to third base when Conk was hit and he collapsed later at home He was pronounced dead at Binghamton City Hospital Robert Lewis 15 sustained eye injury from a ball shattering his glasses with possible loss of sight.
Chicago police report Leslie Abrams a furniture dealer kidnapped and held in a basement for hours He refused to reveal wallet location and was threatened with death using a broken gas pipe before his release Despair of his captors ended the ordeal
A fragmented string of social chatter and humorous asides about dogs licenses traffic jokes and Easter hats plus a reminder that taxes are due next Thursday with no clear news event or named sources.
The Washington Merchants named a Contest Manager who will decide all matters and appoint three judges to conduct the official tabulation of all votes. Judges' decision is final. For information call the Evening Journal at No 6 or 54 and ask for the Contest Manager.
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