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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1928
Page
1
Gov Alfred E Smith in a radio address urged Democratic farm policy, arguing Hoovers stance fails to address surplus crops. He framed surplus disposal as the farm problem’s crux and contrasted it with Republican proposals.
Prescott Arizona November 5 The crash of the monoplane Yankee Doodle killed Captain C B D Collyer round the world flyer and Harry Tucker sportsman and capitalist Motor trouble caused the plane to falter over rugged Arizona terrain after departing Los Angeles at 3 29 p m It roared down a hillside near a wooded area exploding upon impact and scattering wreckage over a thousand feet square Searchers found the mutilated bodies as investigators blamed the engine trouble for the fatal accident in a high altitude landing attempt.
The Verdi area hosts revival meetings at Indian Creek with Mr Johnson preaching in the morning and Dr Williams in the afternoon and evening. Walnut residents entertain a Halloween party, families visit relatives, and local trades note livestock shipments, barn additions, and clover harvesting for Doig and Schievel.
A late campaign push in Iowa features Democratic and Republican leaders predicting state wins. Governor Alfred E. Smith tops Democrat hopes while R F P Mitchell cites a 50 000 margin, and Willis Stern forecasts a Republican majority near 150 000. Voter attention centers on the road bond measure amid tight races across towns and rural districts.
A man identified as HI Rogers, about 65, was killed on a Rock Island train in Burlington early Sunday while attempting to board a moving car. His umbrella and cane were found tied, and he collapsed after being dragged a block. Rogers, who claimed to be a preacher, had been staying in Chicago area hotels and was believed to be soliciting funds. Authorities proceed with questions as they search for more details about his origins and fate.
Washington voters will cast ballots from eight in the morning until seven in the evening for national state county and district offices. A record turnout is predicted with counting boards expanded. In town the same number of election judges and clerks face a heavier workload. About 300 absent voters ballots were already cast by today.
The court plans to open the November term, but Judge Frank Rechy notified the clerk he will not arrive until evening and may hold a short night session.
In Washington readers learn of candidates for Iowa electors. Seth Re says he is Republican elector J. Witton is listed as a candidate. Iowa has thirteen total electors with one district and two at large. If Hoover wins the state majority, he claims electoral votes.
Schedule for a coast to coast election night broadcast across WEAF WJZ and NBC networks. Includes United Press national and state election updates and hourly programs with musical acts and sketches from Sovony Land Parnassus trio Dutch Masters Minstrel and three in one theatre along with native returns and concert stars on Columbia network through the night.
Early Wednesday edition reports on an upcoming election with special journal coverage. The notice notes an early matinal edition replacing the afternoon paper due to weather or printing delays. Names, dates, and places are not clearly readable in the fragment.
Mrs. E J Coffey Wellman county chairman of Town Federation at Women's clubs urges the public to vote for a road bond issue. She cites faster primary road work and more funds for secondary roads, arguing delay could span ten years. She urges informed voting and consultation with trusted advisers.
Keota high school's football team secured a decisive 33 to 2 victory over Brighton on their home field amid rain. Captain Hugh Pulver and players White Fagen and Smith stood out as Keota improved to 4 wins in six games, following wins over North English West Chester Williamsburgh and Brighton.
Purported New York report notes record turnout and a nationwide contest for president, vice president, the House, Senate, and state offices. It lists electoral votes for Hoover and Smith, cites party attacks on Catholic influence and Prohibition, and previews key battlegrounds and regional leanings.
At a Fortnightly club executive ward gathering, members discussed the tuberculin test for county cattle and urged voters to inform themselves before next Tuesday’s election. The group, citing health protection for the community and especially children, expressed strong support for the measure.
Fireworks will join speeches as part of tonight's Republican rally postponed from Friday due to rain. A torch-light parade leads at 7:30 from the purchase. fireworks to be set off near the committee's plan. Central venue to host the speaking program, with 300 provided and portions of the marchers' wishes distributed. Washington concert band and American Legion drum corps to perform in the parade.
York November 5 three party leaders will address voters via radio on the NBC network. Norman Thomas speaks 7:30 to 8 p.m. central time, Hoover 9 to 10 p.m., Smith 10 to 11 p.m. central time. Stations include WJZ WBAL WREN WHAM and WEVD plus the Columbia chain.
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