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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1932
Page
4
Farmers Favor Wet Policies In Prohibition Debate
The Literary Digest poll favors the wet view on repeal while farmers face the issue with a stronger dry stance in Washington. The piece weighs economic pressures from Europe and midwestern resistance, arguing the clash over liquor profits, dairy needs, and taxes will shape policy and markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Literary Digest
Uncle Sam
Busch
Europe
Our
East
Middle West
West
Paris
Washington
State Grange
Farmer's Union
Farm Bureau
State Agricultural Council
Grange Bulletin
Daily English Lesson Misspelled Word Study
Daily English note on spelling and vocabulary explains common misspelling of mischievous versus previous and lists synonyms such as prior and foregoing It assigns the word INEXPEDIENT meaning not advisable with an example advising against going at this time.
Dems Admire A Spring Mood Amid Local Giggle Notes
A Grinnell Herald movie ad teases Smart Women for Wednesday and Thursday after a springlike mood in local politics. A local man jokes about giving up mushroom hunting due to excitement, while a quip recalls the French president’s nonreported assassin event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grinnell Herald
Claude Tucker and the Polite Truck Driver
Claude Tucker of Tucker & Eicher drove from the factory in a new car when he crowded a grocery truck in Rockford Illinois. The truck driver politely suggested he could have driven around the block to avoid blocking the truck’s operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Tucker
Tucker & Eicher
Rockford
Ilinois
Claude
Long-serving lodge secretary noted in community inquiry
A community inquiry reveals Mrs. L. S. McAvoy has served as financial secretary of the Degree of Honor Protective Association for eighteen years. Residents are asked to report any secretarial careers longer than hers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge
L. S. McAvoy
Degree of Honor Protective Association
Blooming Apple Trees Hint at War In Green Obstacles
In a misty sunlit note the piece recalls apple trees blooming after rain and their mean appearance. a Washington mother defends her anonymity while noting high school seniors listed as Graduates candidates. The column merges playful verse with local chatter and a hint of envy over civic notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Jane Ferguson
Fashion Note: Girls Bring Bustle Back in Fashion
A brief fashion item notes the bustle as a retro revival among girls and hints men may drive trends in business. The text includes light aside about May receiving twins and a parental remark on funding, reflecting casual newspaper chatter.
When the top of the hill is in sight
Motivational lines urge effort and persistence as judges decide the last lines contest tomorrow. The note hints how high a man can climb by staying active and avoiding complacency, stressing daily effort over promises.
Claire Dewey Nominates for State Rep in Washington Iowa
A Claire Dewey announces candidacy for State Representative as a Republican in Washington County. She pledges to cut unnecessary expenditures lower taxes and ensure fair tax distribution subject to Republican voters approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Claire Dewey
Washington
Iowa
Washington County
Mons
Giants Will Play Series With Cubs In New York
Cubs host the Giants after three wins in four from the Cardinals while Washington meets Cleveland. Week results show Washington four of five, Cubs five of seven, and Athletics four of six. Braves and Pirates fade as Reds, Indians, and Red Sox post wins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cubs
Senators
Giants
Cardinals
Washington
Cleveland
Athletics
A's
Braves
Pirates
Boston Braves
Pittsburgh
White Sox
Moe Berg
Ted Lyons
Brooklyn
Dodgers
Grimes
Clint Brown
Indians
Walberg
Bowman
Boston Red Sox
St. Louis Browns
Public Sale Ordered on Debtor Property in Washington Iowa
By writ of special execution the county court will sell at public auction in front of the Washington Iowa courthouse on May 28 1932 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. the described lands including sections 28 32 and adjoining tracts in township 75 and 76 north range 7 and 5 west, together with lots in J H Wilson and Chilcote additions to South Washington. Names listed include Elmar Furham Bessie Burham and J A Huber Capitola Huber Howard McCall Hellen McCall Glenn McCall and Belle McCall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Washington County
Iowa
Elmar S. Furham
Bessie Burham
J. A. Huber
Capitola Huber
Howard McCall
Hellen McCall
Glenn McCall
Belle McCall
Court House
Washington
Towa
Washington and Lexington Road
Township
I. M
J. H. Wilson
South
City
Bots
Woodlawn
A. W. Chilcote
Embers of Love Promises in New York Night Life
Lily Lou Lansing a hopeful opera singer abandons a chance for marriage to wealthy Ken Sargent. an annulment forces her to New York where she meets Maxine Rochon and pursues a risky plan to rise in arts and high society. Mrs Manchester's apartment may offer a break yet hints loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lily Lou Lansing
Ken Sargent
Ken
Peggy Sage
Lily Lou
New York
Maxine Rochon
Mrs. Grampus
Woodlake
Maxine
Paula Manchester
Lansing
Columbus
Manchester
Mrs. Manchester
Grandma
Gal
Wanda Pillsbury’s
Wanda
Wanda Pillsbury
Thirty-fourth Street
Sheriff Sale Notice in Washington County Iowa 1932
The west half of the northwest quarter and the south half of the northeast quarter of section 27 in Washington Iowa are to be sold at public auction to satisfy executions. Sale begins at 3:00 am on the day of sale. Property of Miiner S Burham and Bessie Burhan as principal, and J A Huber et al as annuity. Terms cash. Sheriff RR McCarty. Washington County Iowa April 21 1932. May 9 16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Miiner S. Burham
Bessie Burhan
J. A. Huber
Capitola Huber
Howard McCall
Helen McCall
Glenn McCall
Belle McCall
C.F. Casper
Gertrude McFarland
F. Casper
J. F. Casper
Iowa
H. McCarty
Washington County
Iowa Schools Study Resources During Know Iowa Week
Des Moines reports public schools statewide observed Know Iowa Week proclaimed by Governor Dan Turner to study industrial natural and agricultural resources of Town. The event promotes home products and supports the buy at home campaign of Iowa industries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Towa
Dan Turner
Towa Industries
Brookhart Seeks Federal Price Fix on Surpluses
Iowa campaign notes show Senator Brookhart urging Congress to fix the price of agricultural surpluses as a key policy. He calls for public works to curb unemployment and full payment of the soldiers bonus while attacking rival George Cosxon for backing Eugene Meyer and the Reconstruction Finance Corporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer
Iowa
Smith W
Brookhart
George Cosxon
Des Moines
United States
Eugene Meyer
Federal Reserve Board
Meyer
Reconstruction Corporation
Thanking Those Who Helped During Our Sorrow
We express deep gratitude to all who offered aid and comfort during our great sorrow. Special thanks are given to Father O'Donnell and Mr. Jones for their kindness and support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father O'Donnell
Mr. Jones
Prohibition Drive Opened in Chicago
Chicago begins a major enforcement campaign ahead of two national party conventions to close speakeasies and beer flats. Col. Amos W. Woodcock leads the plan with national and church groups, aiming to make Chicago a model prohibition center with undercover agents and a sizable investigative force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Amos W. Woodcock
Anti-Ssioon League
Methodist Board of Temperance, Prohibition and Public Morals
Col. Woodcock
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