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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1932
Page
7
A clipped editorial from neighboring papers discusses budget balance by not spending beyond income as urged by Governor Ritchie of Maryland. It notes common sense fiscal restraint and compares it to government. The piece also highlights Iowa’s neglected history and suggests the "know Iowa" campaign to promote state sites in 1932.
The piece notes widespread public belief that many seek office and anticipates major ballot sizes next fall with full party tickets and broad party representation across the country.
This week marks Iowa history week with a special period to focus on local history and its significance in the community. The piece notes the value of distance in shaping regional memory and invites readers to engage with past events.
The Lindbergh ransom money is reportedly afloat in the land with notes as low as five dollars circulating locally. Serial numbers have been published and residents are examining their cash meticulously hoping for familiar bills to appear.
Richland Clarion notes NYSE president Whitney warns that Congress blocking short selling could shut the gigantic exchange. Attorney William A. Gray questions Whitney about the difference between the market and a high class gambling den in a banking and currency committee exchange.
A commentator argues that gambling is a useless endeavor while speculation uses money to take chances with a productive aim. The tone suggests disdain for the stock market and a call to close it and cast it away to Hades.
Brighton residents faced a flood of applicants for the vacant school administrator post. Interv iews started at dawn and stretched to midnight as masters degree holders with years of experience sought the job. The article notes widespread unemployment making the entries poignant.
Miss Jane Godfrey, a teacher from near Davenport, spent the weekend visiting. She is noted for her teaching role and local ties.
Lily Lou Lansing quits a possible operatic career to marry Ken Sargent. Kenn loses his job after a family dispute over Peggy Sage and his father's expectations. Lily Lou endures guilt and strain in their small apartment as Ken's pride falters, and her own shattered plans collide with loyalties to family and husband. Ken’s father arrives, prompting a tense exchange about trust and future. The episode ends with an unresolved confrontation as the story continues.
A dozen arbiters will judge high school musicians vying for festival spots at the University of Iowa midweek. Notables include A A Harding from Illinois famed bandmaster, Thurlow Lieurance of Wichita State Arts, N Dée Robertis of Kansas City orchestral training, James T Quarles of Missouri, and Jacob A Evanson of Western Reserve University.
The Wayland junior senior banquet took place in the school auditorium with an elaborately decorated outdoor garden setting including a rock garden fountain plants and birds. Diplomas were awarded signifying completion of required courses and attendance at special sessions. Lectures and toasts named participants and organizers.
Mrs C A Ruebsam reports on Prairie Center events. The 4H club Happy Go Getters works on go play under leader Mrs Lawrence Howell. Visitors include Ray Tracy family and Clark Nickerson of Muscatine, plus Ruth Smith from Toone.
Mrs. Edward Stenn hosted a Tuesday dinner in honor of Mrs. W. R. Morvun of Chicago who is visiting Wellman. Guests included Mrs. I. I. Coffey Mrs. A. L. Braden Miss Cordelle Braden Mrs. T. Ellis Rickey Virginia Lou Patricia Ann Mrs. E B Coffey Franci and Mrs. W. R. Morgan. They then drove to Washington Tuesday evening where Miss Helen Coffey hosted dinner for the group.
Leen Coffey of Ainsworth attended a guest list with Mrs W R Morgan of Chicago honored by Mrs Keith Adams. Bridge was enjoyed and a dinner served by the hostesses. Attendees include Mrs Morgan, Mrs Coffey, Magdalena Nichola, Keith Adams, T D Adams, T Ellis Rickey, Elery N Foster, Harold B E Ross, John Durst, Liord Durst, Hilma Dods, Muriel Campbell, Ruth McLean, Erma Schwartz. Arden Dawson and Max Dusk drove to McCallsburg. Dawson began business after purchasing a barber shop. Others visited Keota and the Edward Bonnarens home near town.
Mrs Minnie Kallenberger died at her Honolulu home on April 6. She saved her life last June by clinging to a tree limb during a flood until sailors rescued her. Surviving are her son Glenn and brothers BE Mumper of Brighton and Bert Mumper of Davenport.
Mr and Mrs J B Moore visited Friday evening with Mr and Mrs Harry Campbell. Mr and Mrs Harry Anderson were in Brighton Monday for dental work. J B Moore sawed wood for Wm Anderson Tuesday afternoon. Mrs A E Knotts enjoyed a visit from her sister Mrs Sam Oldfield Thursday. John Garrett, uncle of Mrs Clarence Johnson, has been sick and bedbound at times. Morton Carr has missed several days of school due to illness.
Harvard University now awards 530 scholarships totaling 196065 dollars. A recent announcement added 47 scholarships worth 11958 dollars to undergraduate aid, reflecting expanded student support at the Cambridge campus.
Police in Youngstown arrest two men in a case where an entire steel plant vanished except its building frame. Investigators say they stole all plant equipment including a crane steel rails and office furniture.
In Nahant Massachusetts town three months pass without the town clerk issuing a marriage license. Citizens note the unusual delay as residents await official action.
The American Automobile Association estimates that more than 35 million dollars will be spent in 1982 by U S travelers taking their own cars into foreign countries for vacation travel.
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