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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1939

Page

2

Local People Make Short Trips and Plan Travels

Mrs Jenne Acheson returns from Aurora Illinois after visiting Mr and Mrs John Matthews and their son. She spent winter in Bradford Massachusetts with son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Ceorge Pugh. Dr and Mrs C W McLaughlin leave for St Louis for American Medical Society meetings then return Friday. Mr and Mrs F G Rummelhart of Colorado Springs arrive to spend the rest of the week with Mrs Be Bartosky. The Rummelharts had visited the C E Neuzil home in Iowa City. E Frey will be at Cy Bush residence May 20. Dr and Mrs A G Scheffer depart for Los Angeles after a visit with Mrs Scheffer's sister Mrs Charles Crone and family.

Jenne Acheson Aurora Ill John Matthews C. W. McLaughlin Howard Hamilton Janet Omaha St. Louis American Medical Society F. G. Rummelhart Colorado Springs Colo S. Rummelhart Eae Be Bartosky Rummel C. EF Neuzil Iowa City A. G Scheffer Los Angeles Calif Therese Gentzler Waterloo Edna Shalander Salt Lake City Wilbur Miller Eldon

Hospital Bulletin of Admissions and Discharges

Theodosia Turner was discharged yesterday. Mary Cline was admitted yesterday morning for treatment of burns.

Theodosia Turner Mary Cline Burne

Herring Seen As Likely Vice Presidential Hopeful

Analysis notes Senator Herring could be a strong contender for second on the ticket. He has voted with the administration on many issues but has resisted strict Roosevelt leadership at times. He maintains friendly ties with both New Deal and anti New Deal factions and is viewed as a hard worker who may balance the ticket.

Roosevelt Garner Herring Congress

Oskaloosa Y Men plan Big Broadcast drive

S W Livingston returned from Washington DC after attending American Law Institute sessions and stopped in New York to visit his daughter. Oskaloosa Y's Men club members Townes presides as they plan a broadcast sponsorship to boost local efforts.

Marshall Blake Ralph Townes Byron Ver Ploeg Victor Hovey Oskaloosa Vs. Townes

Everette Prebyl Wins 1989 Marble Championship

Everette Prebyl of the seventh grade claimed the 1989 marble title at the junior high school Final match ended three games to one over Keith Hardy with Santos Hernandez and Marion Reason as semifinal opponents Prebyl and Hardy are seventh graders The finals were supervised by George Mohr and Joe Duea replacing Guy Carlton who was hospitalized Boys and girls attended the event A 128 entry field produced 127 matches to decide the winner

Everette Prebyl Keith Hardy Prebys Santos Hernandez Hardy Marion Reason George Mohr Joe Duea Guy Carlton

Resident of Wellman Dead

Mrs Chauncey Smith died at her home in Wellman at 4 20 AM after a paralytic stroke suffered yesterday. She was born December 6 1883 at Overland Kansas and married Chauncey Smith July 1 1913 in Chicago. Survived by husband two children a granddaughter and six siblings. Funeral arrangements not completed.

Wellman Chauncey Smith Jacob Smith Overland Kan Chicago Allen Patterson Sioux City Eugene Mildred Joan Patterson Emerson Maplethorpe Mercy Hospital Town City

Murder Syndicate Fugitive Nabbed in Cleveland

Philadelphia May 17 One of five fugitives in the murder syndicate case was arrested in Cleveland in under 12 hours after a warrant was issued. Dominiel Rodeo 51 is wanted for the drownings of Joseph Arena, among more than 190 death victims linked to merchants in the case.

Philadelphia Cleveland Gemen Dominiel Rodeo Joseph Arena Merchants

School group tours local sites before two week trip

Ten pupils from Eeypt School taught by Ruth Gideon had a picnic at Sunset Park on the last day of school then visited the courthouse, American Pearl Hutton company, McCleery Calendar factory and Evening Journal. Traveling with families, several delegates and relatives plan a Northeast itinerary through Ohio Washington Virginia and Kentucky en route to General Assembly in Philadelphia starting May 24.

Ruth Gideon Sunset Park American Pearl Hutton Company McCleery Calendar Factory Evening Journal M. ©. DeLong Mr. DeLong Keokuk

Major Leagues Standings and Today’s Scheduled Games

Standings and results show St. Louis at New York Detroit at Washington Chicago at Boston as the only games scheduled for today in the major leagues.

St. Louis New York Detroit Washington Chicago Boston L. c Cincinnati Brooklyn Pittsburgh Philadelphia New York Aine Nord Nba Cleveland Aetee Ee

Washington High School is Approved

The North Central Association renewed Washington High School’s accreditation through June 30, 1940, noting continuous approval since 1916. The article explains the annual approval policy and lists criteria including instruction, facilities, library, staff, finances, and community relations.

KB. A. Ralston Washington High School North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools Association North Central Association Board of Education

Washington Wins Dual Track Meet at Mt Pleasant

Washington high school beat Mt Pleasant 83 to 61 at Iowa Wesleyan track in Mt Pleasant. Washington won nine of 15 events and placed in every event led by Bob Lewis in crowd jump and high hurdles, Gordon Garstensen in pole vault, Bob Anderson in 220 yard dash, Dawson in half mile, Mace in hundred, and relays victories. Elis Finke could not travel, reducing Washington’s scoring.

Washington High School Mt. Pleasant Iowa Wesleyan Washington Mt Pleasant Elis Finke Bob Lewis Gordon Garstensen Bob Anderson Dawson Lewis Mace

Charles Patterson Dies in Seattle Former Washington Attorney

News reaches Washington of the death of Charles E. Patterson in Seattle Washington after a stroke of paralysis. Funeral and burial will be in Seattle on Thursday. Patterson left Washington about forty years ago and was the son of A H Patterson. His wife Clara Scofield was the daughter of Hiram Scofield. Surviving members include Mrs Belle Daugherty. Two brothers Will Patterson and C C Patterson are deceased. The Patterson family long lived in the house now owned by Mrs Marsh Bailey.

Charles E. Patterson Washington Seattle Wash Patterson Thomas Mr. Patterson A. H. Patterson Clara Scofield Hiram Scofield Belle Daugherty Will Patterson C. C. Patterson Pattersons Marsh Bailey

State Police Radio Station KGHO First Broadcast

KGHO Iowa department of public safety radio station made its first on air appearance. The station joined the new safety department about three weeks ago and its announcer closed the inaugural broadcasts with this message.

Des Moines KGHO Iowa Department of Public Safety

WPA Workers Distracted by Sunbathers at Iowa Dorm

In Iowa City, Currier Hall female residents were barred from sunbathing on the dorm roof as WPA workers labored on a new wing. The residents' scanty outfits reportedly distracted the workers during construction.

Iowa City Currier Hall University of Iowa WPA

Swedish Aviator Carl Backman Missing After Solo Flight

London May 17 The air ministry had no news today of Carl Backman Swedish aviator who departed New Foundland yesterday on a solo flight to Sweden in a light monoplane without radio clearance.

London Air Ministry Carl Backman Newfoundri1 Sweden

Admission Paperwork Requirements Emphasized by Colleges

Institutions stress that applicants must meet specific document standards and submit credentials to complete the admission process. Officials highlight that accurate transcripts letters of recommendation and test score reports are essential for consideration.

Largest Bell in America Le Gros Bourdon Hangs in Montreal

The 24 780 pound bell Le Gros Bourdon is the largest in America and is among ten bells housed in the twin towers of Montreal's century old Notre Dame church.

America Montreal Notre Dame

Mrs Cochran Dies at Coppock in Iowa

Mrs. W. S. Cochran 70 died at her Coppock home after a yearlong illness. Funeral at Cottonwood church near Coppock with Rev. David Thompson officiating. burial in Cottonwood cemetery. Survived by husband, six children, thirteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two half brothers, one half sister, and many relatives.

Coppock Cottonwood Church David Thompson Cottonwood Cemetery Lucy M. Brown Cochran Crawfordsville Benjamin Brown Cochran Lucy Jarrard California Anna Neft Anna Neff Maggie Reschley Merrimac Pearl Marsh Washington Westwood Calif Howard G William, Jr Will Brown Winfield George Brown Centerville Clara Boileau Letts

Evangeline Scott Hosts Birthday Picnic at Summer Cottage

Evangeline Scott entertained Monday evening at her Scott summer cottage for a birthday celebration. Guests included Eleanor Brinnine of Iowa City, the Ralph Scott family, Mr and Mrs James Schaerl ler, Dorothy Hennon, Teresa and Winifred Ragan, Germaine Smith, Richard Meyers and Don Wheelan.

Evangeline Scott Scott Summer Cottage Miss Scott Eleanor Brinnine Iowa City Ralph Scott James Schaerller Dorothy Hennon Teresa Winifred Ragan Germaine Smith Richard Meyers Don Wheelan

Arlys Myers Birthday Honoree Surprises Friends

Arlys Moore Myers daughter of Mr and Mrs H J Myers was surprised Monday evening for her fourteenth birthday when friends walked in. Guests included Marjorie Lytle Martha Ashby Maxine Reeves Arylus Larson Alyne Free and Virginia Hasty for dinner. The table featured a pink and green color scheme with a lighted cake centerpiece. Myers Benson and Ashby will graduate from eighth grade this month. She has had only two teachers Catherine Caldwell and Mrs Lytle in her first nine years of schooling.

Ollie Haller Weds William Wiles in Nashua Church

Ollie Haller and William Wiles unite in a single ring ceremony at a Nashua church officiated by Rev. Sent. The couple, both Wellman area residents, will celebrate with a dinner in Wellman at the bride’s brother in law’s home. They plan to start housekeeping on a farm near Wellman.

Ollie Haller William Wiles Nashua

Tulsa couple visits mother and friends this Sunday

Mr and Mrs Lloyd Lewis of Tulsa Oklahoma arrived Sunday to visit his mother Mr Rose Lew and with Mr and Mrs Charles Hensler.

Lloyd Lewis Tulsa Okla Rose Lewin Charles Hensler

Welfare Meet At Burlington Draws Washington Attendees

Washington state social welfare workers plan to attend the Iowa Association for Social Welfare convention in Burlington May 18 to 20. About 600 social workers from across the state are expected. Speakers include Aila Hiltunen and Helen Alcorn with Martha Foster also attending.

Washington Iowa Association For Social Welfare Burlington Aila Hiltunen Washington County Helen Alcorn W. L. Alcorn Ottumwa Martha Foster

Massive Timber Resources in Oregon and Washington

A report estimates 546 billion feet of standing timber across Oregon and Washington, indicating vast forest reserves. The figure highlights timberland scale and potential for industry, jobs, and regional supply chains.

Oregon Washington

Jury Deliberations Continue In Mrs. Skyles Murder Trial

The six man and all female jury recessed for lunch with no verdict in the second degree murder case against Mrs. Ethel Skyles. The panel began deliberations at 4 15 p m yesterday after closing arguments.

Des Moines Ethel Skyles

Europe on a Unified Tour Affects American Travel

A compact note asserts Europe appears extensively on U S trips as three Dem marks equal one Wisconsin A. It contrasts country sizes England France Italy with U S states North Carolina Texas New Mexico to explain travel perceptions.

England North Carolina France Texas Italy New Mexico Wisconsin Europe

Gas pressure relief advertised by George L. McDaniel

An advertisement for Adlerika promises quick relief from stomach gas pressing on the heart. It claims the product cleans out both upper and lower bowels and is sold by druggist Geo. L. McDaniel.

Geo. L. Mc Daniel Driuggist

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