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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1935
Page
8
Joplin Missouri May 9 More than 1000 mine mill and smelter workers in the tri state lead and zinc mining belt walked out today in response to a general union strike call.
Dick Lee reflects on history privileging visible male deeds while ignoring women. He recalls a tired father returning from the field and a mother who cleans, washes, and prepares for tomorrow. He urges readers to honor mothers with flowers, candy, and time beyond Sunday.
Former Crawfordsville resident Mrs. Marion Neal died at Corning Iowa at 84 Funeral services set for 2 30 Friday at United Presbyterian Church Crawfordsville with burial in Crawfordsville cemetery Arabella M Strain born January 9 1851 to Robert J and Nancy Hawthorne Strain married Marion Neal in 1860 lived on a farm then in town Neal died 1915 She moved to Corning to live with her daughter Survived by two children Mrs Wreener and Mrs Walter Sewell of California.
Twenty four Washington county VFW members and their band joined the American Legion gathering at Brighton on May 7. The VFW band played as Commander Fred Van Winkle welcomed visitors. Talks were led by A. Neiswanger, Everett Burham, and Atkinson. A banquet followed with K P help from Forrest Johnston. Five sisters and brothers are deceased.
West Chester community notes urge all P T A members to attend the high school meeting on Saturday. School staff visits James Griggs home. Barbara Bauer returns to Des Moines. Marie Kathleen joins the Bauer family in Des Moines. Numerous local visits, travel mentions, and a correction note conclude the item.
Mrs H C Houghton Jr of Red Oak, named next president of the Town Federation of Women's Clubs, led a nine district panel at Cedar Rapids biennial convention. Others joined in criticism and discussion to improve the federation. Miss Anna Dawson aided credentials, and Mrs Morrison performed at the district dinner. Washington attendees included club presidents and officials. speakers included Mies Samuelson and William Enn of Arkansas.
Secretary James J. Benda of the Washington County Palm ers Mutual Insurance Association reports settlement on numerous claims for losses by lightning and fire. Payers include Palmer and Livingston in Washington for cow killed by lightning and several Washington residents with house and property damages ranging from a few dollars to several thousand.
Taoval Reed Masons will hold their regular meeting Friday with a large attendance expected. Members are urged to attend as important business will be discussed and actions decided during the session.
Des Moines reports that drivers with current licenses won't face physical or mental exams under the new law. Secretary of State Mrs Alex Miller will oversee issuing over a million new licenses after July 4, with licenses costing 25 cents each. Applications will be available at sheriff and county treasurer offices and sent to Des Moines.
Four Sioux City men were arrested on $1,500 bonds after police seized 73 slot machines from their alleged owners. Charged with conspiracy to obstruct justice, the men include J. E. Brennan, Isadore Kroloff, Jack Warden, and Ike Sherman. Police described Brennan as a syndicate manager and found ledgers in his tavern parlor.
The American Legion reported this year the milk committee distributed 39 177 bottles of milk to local school children. Clinton officials noted the drive aimed to support student nutrition and welfare.
The champagne area of the United States lies within thirty miles of Harmmeondsport New York in the Finger Lakes region. Vineyards prosper on hillside slopes with climate and soil similar to France's champagne districts.
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