25 May 1939
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1939
Page
1
Secretary of Commerce Harry Hopkins will attend the Grinnell College commencement on June 12, per a letter received by college president John S. Nollen.
Ernest Hall 61 a WPA worker told his wife before leaving for a Woodbury County medical clinic exam that he would not return He collapsed in the street a block from home and died of a heart attack on the way to the clinic The death occurred in Sioux City Iowa notes indicate the event happened during a routine visit and the cause was a heart attack
Mason City report states Mrs Carl Johnson of St Paul Minnesota was charged with driving while intoxicated following an accident that injured her and her husband an hour after their marriage.
Audubon William Perry known as Silent Bill dies at 86 and is buried in the wedding suit he wore when his bride-to-be left him at the altar 50 years ago. Friends found the cut-away tux locked in his trunk at the county home. vow of silence kept.
W Glen Harlan Jr a law student from Stuart Iowa was chosen as clerk to Justice Wiley B Rutledge of the U S Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Harlan is noted for high scholarship and has been elected to the Order of the Coif honorary legal society
Frank Cronin business agent for the Waterloo local General Truck Drivers union was arrested by Mason City officers on a charge of assault with intent to commit great bodily injury. Cronin said he was in Waterloo at the time of the beating of a truck driver during a strike at a Mason City dairy company.
Muscatine rural mail carrier Charles Rummells saved the life of an unidentified girl who fell into the Cedar River when her boat overturned. He stripped to his underwear, dived from a bridge, and brought her to safety while her companion reached shore.
Mrs Cristie Lukin resigns after five years as matron at the state juvenile home in Toledo. She says the move is not connected to the discharge of Don Wyant or the resignation of Lyle Alden, nor to the February inquiry by the State Senate.
Deputy Sheriff Will Suddicks reports Gene Sullivan disappeared from the Woodbine area after surveying parched crops under a 102 degree sun. Mrs. Gene Sullivan, mother of seven, said he had been until recently helping on the farm.
ALGONA I a historic land deal moves toward court approval as Dr G N Alcock surgeon at State University of Iowa buys 4467 acres of the Hanna estate near LaVerne for 250000 from G B Buchanan receiver of Bank of LaVerne. Seventeen units plus eleven improvements included.
In Philadelphia on May 25, three of 29 defendants in the arsenic poison ring pleaded guilty to charges risking the electric chair. Seven others including two alleged arsenic widows pleaded not guilty. Morris Bolber, nicknamed Louis the Rabbi, described as a director of the syndicate, was among those who pleaded guilty.
Walter and Harry Dunphy from Muscatine fell ill in Washington with suspected ptomaine poisoning after eating contaminated food. They were working for a Muscatine carnival, tired of the job, and traveling to the coast. They were detained at the county jail awaiting further treatment and disposition. One man claimed to be a World War veteran.
Frank Rice, a veteran cow tester from Sac and Carroll counties, will start as cow tester for the First FSA Bi monthly Cow Testing association in Washington County on June 1. Cecil Rooks announces the county's first such association, with 51 members and duties including livestock records and guidance on feeding and management.
Funeral services are set for Friday at two o'clock at L. A. Jones funeral home with Dr. Arthur Atack officiating. Burial will follow in Rim Grove cemetery. Miss Edith Shanafelt's body is expected to arrive tonight by train from Chicago.
Miss Besse Conger announces Memorial Day decor committees for Elm Grove and Woodlawn cemeteries. Names include Spanish American War Veterans American Legion Daughters of the American Revolution Veterans of Foreign Wars Campfire Girls and others with sections and grave lists published. Notify Conger at 25 Red for corrections.
Chairman Jess W. Radda outlines Memorial Day events featuring three bands in the parade and three concerts. The Municipal band opens in Central Park 9 15 to 9 45, with a downtown parade followed by a park concert, then lawn concert at high school grounds 7 30 to 8 30. Taps will be sounded by four buglers at Elm Grove and Woodlawn cemeteries.
Remodeling and redecorating of the Hanson department store in Washington has been completed. The ground floor gains a new ready to wear department with updated display racks fitting rooms and tables. A wall style curtain display and long lace panels enhance inspection and lighting. Front counter fixtures now include glass dividers for hosiery lingerie and notions. Piece goods remain on the north side and infant wear moves to the store center.
Washington joins nationwide Poppy Day with millions of crepe flowers made by disabled veterans. American Legion Auxiliary and junior members will distribute poppies to honor the dead and raise funds for veterans and their families. All contributions support welfare efforts for the living and the fallen.
Health classes in Wellman move to Friday from Thursday, held 2 to 4 p m at the Methodist church. Pearl Olson, Washington county health unit nurse, conducts the sessions. Mr Hanson notes the store’s new arrangements will be about 6 percent more convenient for customers and staff.
Secretary Morgenthau said he and congressional leaders have agreed on a tax program that will contribute to recovery. He reported more progress in days than months, with a tax hearing planned within a week and passage of a reform bill likely despite possible adjournment shifts affecting the Wagner act and neutrality bill.
Death of Frank Bristow at Ottumwa after years of ill health. Former Brighton resident born June 24 1868 in Richland. Survived by wife Susie Dolph two children Louise Bennett Marshalltown and Leonard at home sister Amy Miller Pedford. Body to be moved to Brighton for burial at Hillcrest cemetery at four o clock.
Sheriff H. M. Putnam said supplies of driver license application blanks have not arrived and are not expected before next week. A court house typist will assist with forms and receipts, and old licenses will remain valid until new ones arrive. Present licenses read through July 6 while exams proceed Fridays.
Local report notes Wyman spent the morning here and spoke with Hermond Rich about community matters.
The Centennial Whisker club held its first meeting in Central Park with about forty members. Al Goddard presided as chairman as officers were elected including Al Baldrige as judge, Ted Bal Jey as prosecuting attorney, Serel Taylor as treasurer, James Casey Jr as secretary, and Francis Haney as vice chairman. The business membership panel includes Joe Falk Cloud Willits Bill Shannon Al Goddard Fred Downing Ralph Shannon and Don Hazen.
The American Legion post and Daughters of the American Revolution awarded medals and theater tickets at a junior high assembly. Joan Michels won first prize in history essay, with Doreen Long and Nan Hoover receiving theater tickets. Teddy Springman won seventh grade essay top prize. Dick Marshall and Jean Atchison received eighth grade boy and girl awards for character companionship scholarship courage and service.
County Superintendent Lester B. Krabill warns teachers and students to thoroughly investigate summer work offers from strangers. He cites imposters promising high profits, noting many require upfront payments and often fail to pay out. The warning follows a letter from Iowa State Teachers College president about a solicitor seeking rural teachers’ lists to farms or magazines.
Portsmouth survivors recount the dive 40 fathoms down to the Squalus wreck as divers search for 26 sailors trapped in the after compartment. Electrician’s Mate Lloyd Maness describes sealing the bulkhead to save 32, but doom of 26 is certain. Lt. Oliver Naquin credits Maness with saving his life and others. Seaman First Class William Doulton and Seaman Second Class John Marino were among the casualties or rescued as the recovery continues.
Mercury reached a daytime high of 89 degrees by 1 PM. The previous day’s maximum was 94 degrees, identical to Tuesday’s record.
The article notes that the selection criteria for the boys focus on cours age honor scholarship leadership and service.
King George and Queen screen home-made movies aboard the blue and silver Royal Pilot train as they cross Saskatchewan en route to the Atlantic. The projector displays thousands of feet of footage captured during the voyage, providing entertainment during the long journey.
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