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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1929

Page

1

National Chamber Planned by Seven Farm Groups

A plan to form the National Chamber of Agricultural Cooperatives was informally approved by seven rural groups and set to be launched formally next summer. The organization aims to unite farm cooperatives under one body, with broader participation anticipated as the effort proceeds at Baton Rouge and later in 193? at an American Institute of Cooperation meeting. The aims include advancing farm cooperation, with expectations that about 1,200,000 families may join within a year, though only cooperative ownership is expected to be included.

National Chamber of Farm Co-operatives Hington National Chambe Chamber of Commerce National Bismarck N. D Chamber of Agricultural Cooperativ Missouri Baton Rouse Lia Ameri Institute of Cooperation W. Roberts Charles W. Holman Marek Mandan Huff Here Tt Ks Independence Bismared Northern Pacific Railways Nashville Tenn Cumberland River Poliew Y Treasury Department American Farm T Wn National Frange National Farmers Fon Senate

Resolution for 1928 primary investigation introduced in House

A House resolution calls for an investigation into the 1928 primary expenses and possible violations of campaign finance laws. The measure, backed by the committee, seeks authority to hire attorneys and take steps to determine if cert officers and candidates overspent. Governor Hammill opposed discussing the probe, while supporters tout a need for a thorough examination of expenditures and potential enforcement changes.

John Hammill Priso M. J. Bown Waterloo Lars J. Skromme Roland Hammill Iowa Good Roads Association Carri Kromme Bowman Thekromme Nelson House of Replied House Election Committee Pri Mars

Girl Dies Trying to Save Twin Sister in Fire

In Pompomr ium Pennsylvania on March 27 a 12 year old girl died saving her twin sister Vilma as a house fire trapped Thelma and others. Mary Ann Smith 2, Dorothy Smith 12 and Harold Smith escaped with burns. Father survived with injuries.

Girl Pmporium Vilma Thelma Mary Ann Smith Dorothy Smith Harold Smith Birla

Boys to Hold April Foo Party at the YMC

The YMC secretary announces an April Foo party for the boys of the Y at seven o clock this evening. The event aims to bring members together for an evening of fun and community.

Victor Mastin YMC. A

Girls Concert Pleases Crowd At Monmouth College Event

A Monmouth College girls' choir gave a well received performance in a church hall filled to capacity. Dressed in white with red ties, they offered a varied program of freer club numbers, piano, salon songs, vocal solos, and readings. Notable selections included readings by Nellie Mason and solos by Elizabeth Miles, with several local performers from Crawfordsville and surrounding communities. The group planned further appearances in Let Claire Town, Moline, Elgin, Chicago, Templeton, and West Allis Wisconsin.

Monmouth College Washington Stalin Peterson Nellie Mason Elizabeth Miles Martha Miles Mable Livingston Carolyn McCleery Ellen’ Wolfe Margaret Gault Crawfordsville Let Claire Town Moline Elgin Chicago Minois Templeton West Alix Wisconsin

Riviera tennis trousers replace skirts for women

Women players on the Riviera favor white flannel trousers paired with brightly colored sweaters, marking a new craze as skirts are discarded.

The Riviera

Farmers ready to unite on farm bill support

Washington report says major farm groups agreed to drop differences and back the McNary bill as Hoover wants. Leaders from Rockefeller Jr to Henry Ford and Merton Young were listed, with plans to coordinate senate and house committees to refine provisions before Senate submission.

Washington Feeless McNary Hoover Senate Agriulture Committee Chaiman McNary Amerum D. Rockefeller, Jr Henry Ford Treasury Merton Owen Young Pau Watts Sonnah Senate House Athous McNary Mentin Saations

Rev Ving Speaks at Noonday Meeting

The noon service at the Presbyterian church featured Rev. A. A. Wing of the Baptist church addressing a sizable audience. The message, titled Friends Retreat, focused on events of the last week before the crucifixion and prepared attendees for Easter. Additional speakers include Dr. F. W. Eastwood tomorrow and Rev. D. C. Fulton on Friday.

Ving Presbyterian A. A. Wing Aptist FW. Eastwood D.C. Fulton

Bank at Auburn IA Robbed Last Night

Auburn Iowa bank vaults damaged by burglars who entered during the night and removed about 400 dollars in petty cash after failing to break the safe. The break in was discovered when the bank opened this morning.

Auburn

Thursday's Five Best Radio Features

A fragmentary listing of radio features from 1929 noting networks United Pr WARC CBS NBC and various stations. Mentions Revellers and orchestra, Recording Artists WIZ NEC, Tourdons orchestra WENC and NAC concert hour with times around 8:20 and 9:20 EST.

United Pr Warc CBS WEAF NBC WARG WIZ NEC Tourdons Orchestra WENC NAC

Sheriff In Aurora Claims Self Defense After Raid

Varying accounts surround the death of Mrs. Lilliand during a prohibition raid. Deputy Roy Smith is accused by some of self defense, while others call it murder. attorney George Milroy says action may be taken to seek justice. The King home yielded only a gallon of wine, fueling local tensions amid calls for grand jury and special prosecutor.

Aurora Marvel Lilliand Roy Smith George Vary Smith Robert A. Milroy Robert A. Milroy, Attorney Who Was Talking Over the Telephone To Mrs. de King Milroy Carhart Michigan King J. Carhary Beng Ars

Y's Men's Club Hosts Ottumwa Meeting and District Invite

The Washington Y’s Men club traveled to Ottumwa for a dinner and joint meeting with Ottumwa members. A light musical program featured the Washington trio Thora Warner Prisella Morrison Mary Louise Harwood with Lewis Warren on piano. Ottumwa then showcased music by local members and suggested broad attendance at the district convention in May bringing together Y’s Men clubs from across the state.

Washington Ottumwa Yo M.C. A Fairfield Thora Warner Prisella Morrison Mary Louise Harwood Lewis Warren Tian MPR Somer Mente Hatsherts Mtr Miller Ival Otta Jetate

McClenahan Buys Cedar Rapids Hotel Lease

State education chief P. A. McClenahan has purchased the lease and fixtures of the Lincoln hotel in Cedar Rapids from Mrs. Beu. He will take possession on Monday, adding to his holdings after previously operating a hotel at Iowa City. The sale was noted in local business circles as he plans to manage the property.

Cedar Rapids P. A. McClenahan Lisscoln Beu McCle Iowa City

Capone Arrested in Chicago for Contempt of Court

Reports say Capone was arrested in Chicago on contempt of court charges after alleging a falsified sickness certificate. The item blends disjointed notes on various topics from Des Moines and Alfred C. Brittain, with references to agricultural statistics and crop acreage changes.

Capone Chicago Des Moines Maren Alfred C. Brittain

Collision near river mouth sinks vessels and 40 aboard

A collision between the Italian cruiser Libya and the Chinese coastwise vessel Kangtail near the river mouth results in at least two deaths and 30 foreigners reported missing while 40 Libya crew survive. Rescue efforts reach six foreigners and twenty Chinese as the Libya tears apart.

Shanghal Maren Libya Kansai Fittte

Suppression Campaign of Chinese Leaders Reported

The Nanking government announced a campaign to oppress military oppositionists amid rebellions and warlord activity along the Kwanesi, Hunan, and Mupen provinces. General Le Chese and D Poune Het were to lead forces from Kat Kiang toward Yangtze patrols. In Chefoo, General Chane Tsune Chane reportedly seized control after clashes with nationalist troops, with about 200 casualties cited.

Suanghal Nanking China Te Kwanesi Mupen LE Chese D Poune Treach Nj N Chiane Ket-Shek Ar Ny Kat Kiang Yangts River Chefoo Shartane Chane Tsune Chane Sail Chang Japan Valirand Rita

Town honors veterans with Legion salute on Broadway

On Tuesday the town gathered with American Legion Post 1 to observe a brief ceremony outside the town hall. Marshal Foch presided as the Legion fired a salute at Broadway and Fulton Street, taps echoed, and residents paused with uncovered heads in respect.

Mareh American Legion Foch Legion Broadway Fulton Street Sinose

Calles Force Moves Toward Rebel Strongholds

Mexican government reports General Plutarco Calles leading federal troops near Escalon on March 27 to begin marching on Jimenez and Chihuahua City in pursuit of northern rebels. Dispatch notes the force is in good order despite crossing the Olson de Mapimi desert.

Mexico City Plutarco Kilas Calles Escalon Jimenez Chihuahua City Calles

Capone Arrested in Chicago Grand Jury Probe

Al Capone was arrested in Chicago after a grand jury appearance related to alleged beer and prohibition violations. Bond set at 5000 dollars, he posted and returned to the Lexington Hotel amid a flurry of photographers and police.

Maren Uniteds Dodges Simmons Capone Federal Chicago Heights Lexington Hotel Grand Jury Alege Willebrandt Cicago District Attorney's Office Sear Kenneth Phillips Miami Florida Hyihen Detective Bureau Patio Ceer Hwenty

Buell Continues on the Witness Stand

W. F. Buell of Slows Chy testifies in the district court case as the defense seeks to delay. An amendment to the petition was filed by the plaintiff, proceedings paused while the defense prepared an answer, and the jury was excused for further action.

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Harris Is Removed to Anamosa and Bent on Burgary Case

Francis Harris was sentenced by Judge Hamilton for involvement in the October burglary of the Dougherty Brothers clothing store. He was transported from Denver by Sheriff Charles M. Denison to Anamosa to resume his sentence after prior escape, with a prior reform school stay noted. In Keota, March 27, the school board reorganized and re-elected T. A. Morris as president, rejected secretary Frederick Smith, and kept Supt. W. C. Moser for another year with a salary of 2925, while tuition income this year will exceed 7501.

Francis Harris Hamilton Charles M. Denison Aneamosa Dougherty Bros Denver

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