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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1931

Page

1

War Threat Grows in Manchuria as Forces Clash

Japanese and Chinese troops clash near the Nue River with heavy casualties. The widening conflict raises fears of Soviet involvement due to Tsitsinar interests. The League of Nations voices concern as Japan extends military actions and demands a pullback by Nov 16 in the South Manchuria railroad zone. Washington awaits fuller information.

Mannchuria Novai River Soviet Russia Tsitsinar Tokio League of Nations League Council Pan South Manchuria Washington Orient

Mark Churchill, 76, Dies Near Washington in Dutch Creek

Mark Churchill died about three o'clock this morning nine miles west of Washington. He was born March 23, 1861, in Dutch Creek Township where he lived, farmed, and served as a prominent citizen. Funeral services Sunday at 2:20 p.m. at his home, conducted by Rev. Merle J. LaFever. burial in Elo Grave Cemetery. He leaves his widow Salina Shorty, daughter Marie Churchill, a brother Joseph Churchill of Peter Nebr., and several nieces and nephews. He had been ill for about three years. Red Cross life saving demonstration by Konrad Testwaide of St. Louis noted nearby.

Mark Churchill Dutch Creek Township Huis Hon Washington Merle J. LaFever West Chester Elo Grave Churchill Salina Shorty Mise Marie Churchill Joseph Churchill Peter Nebr Joseph Hanna Churchill

Mission Worker Killed by Bandits in China

A American Presbyterian mission worker at Malshow, identified as J. W. Vinson, was killed by Chinese bandits after being kidnapped. The news was reported Nov 1 by the American cat Tate.

Nanking China J. W. Vinson Malshow Cat Tate

Hoover 3 New Projects Aimed at Boosting Economy

Washington November 3 Officials say three Hoover era programs aim to lift business, farms, and industry as wheat prices and New York stocks rise slowly. Privately many officials fear a prolonged low mood despite cautious signs of gradual recovery amid world conditions. they favor steady improvement over sudden surge.

Washington Wiflelias Rajely New York Land Navy Washington, D. C National Capital Iter

Mrs C H Palmer Dies Early Today

Mrs Omer H Piold died at 12 50 this morning at the Palmer home 1200 East street after years of illness funeral services planned 2 30 today at L A Jones funeral home conducted by Rev A A Wing of the Baptist church born February 13 1876 Rush Hill Missouri married March 8 1885 to Palmer and lived in Washington since Survived by husband three children Loretta Chossen Elmer Palmer and Mrs J Re Kuhn numerous relatives including grandchildren and sisters Funeral services for Eliza th Davison held at 2 20 at L A Janes funeral home conducted by Dr F C Witalgman burial in Schrock cemetery south of town

Omer H. Pi Old Palmer East Street L.A Rush Hi Missouri Washington Loretta Chossen Elmer Palmer Ottumwa J Re. Kuhn Oklahoma City Owen Mily Chosen Loretta ‘Devaney Gilbert Christopherson Belle Plaine Jimmy Ebberts Portland Oregon Joe Brow Winnipes George Wright Minot North Dakota Elirath Davison L.A. Janes F.C. Witalgman Methodist Church Joske Ren Mer Davison George Lloyd Hill Arthur Birney Schrock

Fortnightly Club Anniversary Event to Feature Guests

The Fortnightly Club marks its 1931 anniversary with guest speakers. principal speaker Mr Taylor on The Theater and the Church. Kathleen Cosfrey will sing with Helen Coffey, and a one act flag will be presented. Admission is free for Fortnightly members and guests.

YMG. A da Taylor Ghote Eueatelsre Taylor Kathleen Cosfey Willy Sing Helen Coffey Bel Mary Welch The Era

Grains Still Increase in Price Today

Chicago reports grains rising with wheat and other grains hitting season highs. Corn, oats, and rye follow wheat higher as export demand improves, futures up 1 to 2 cents.

Chicago Board of Trade Seaboard

Red Cross Drive organized in Washington county towns

Seven Washington county towns and Washington prepare for the fiftieth annual Red Cross roll call opening here in one week. Armistice Day events shift opening to Thursday November 1. Roll call chairmen and local volunteers named across Crawfordsville Wellman Riverside West Chester and other towns as cooperation from schools banks and leaders is planned to reach the 9000 member goal.

Washington Red Cross T. le Brookbart Wash Nston Crawfordsville Heber S. F Wenger Bison J. Christiansen Riverside Ehaire Eride Allison West Chester King Ory Lev Inston County

Communists Urged Into Army Camps in Kansas City

Authorities reveal a raid at Communist headquarters in Kansas City exposing plans to enroll followers in citizen military camps. The seizure included letters and papers outlining Soviet doctrine and tactical training.

Kansas City Russia

Attor­ney to Ask Turner for National Guards in Warren County Strike

Warren county attorney J. O. Watson Jr. is to confer with Gov. Dan W. Turner to request national guardsmen be sent to Warren county coal fields where non-union mines are picketed by union workers. The move follows ongoing labor disputes in the region.

Des Moines Warren County J. 0. Watson, Jr Dan W. Turner National

Junction Man Personal Crisis Reports Today

Mateoly Heidel, a 47 year old farmer living southeast of Junction, died by self inflicted shotgun suicide. His wife found the body around seven in the morning. Coroner J Collins of Letts ruled the case suicide. He was born on a farm, married Maude Reynolds of Columbus Junction, and is survived by a wife, three sisters, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements set for Columbus City.

Columbus Junction Mateolm Malley Heidel He Junction J. Collins Letts Heidel Richen Heidel Columbus City Maude Reynolds Wielose Manford Rabhenold Ainsworth Cecil Lowe D. James

Trustees Ask Court Action Over Trust Supervision

Trustees of the Washington Toan and Trust Co seek court intervention to supervise the trust and authorize management of assets. They report holdings including notes mortgages and securities totaling 815 792.70 under a trust agreement dating to 191. Attorneys T Brookhart and C Richer sign the application for trustees J M Bratten J Maxwell and LF Woodburn. A district lodge convention and community program are noted with a 7 30 pm start and a dance to follow.

Ington, Lawn and Trust Company J Maxwell LF Woodburn Tle Court Washington Toan and Trust Company T. Brookhart C. Richer

Texans Split on Hoover Commission, Texas Republicans Hinted

The report notes President Hoover's new commission with a focus on Texas politics. A Messenger from Mexico City reports travel via two airlines to Brownsville and on to San Antonio, while observations describe divisions among Republicans in the state and a sense of regional segregation. The piece hints at broader national reactions and unnamed figures shaping the commission.

San Antosiy Rex Ust Mexico City Pan American Brownsville American Airways Texas Hoover

Junior College Clash With Albia Tonight in Ke-Wash Tilt

Peck Geneva brings his Junior College football eleven to Wash U tonight for a 2 15 p m kickoff at Tease Field. The lineup features noted players from Parsons College and Town University with a strong season history against Albia. Officials include Menden Hall and Rollie Williams as umpire Pops Harrison. Washington reserves chase a win to boost standing against West Chester Friday.

Peck Geneva Ethc Albia Washu George Preshwaters Geneva Parsons College Town University Cardinaly Tiall Mendenhall Iowa State Teachers College Tee Rollie Williams Iowa F ‘Ondis Pops Harrison Oflows Tnesman Aim Fourty West Chester Sc Hool Chester Washington Winfield

Ask Young People Attend Convention in Walla Walla

Young people plan to attend the fifth district Christian Endeavor convention in Walla Walla with events Friday through Sunday. The program includes a banquet, a registration desk, and community support from local committees awaiting visitors from the area and beyond.

Christian Endeavor Conneil Outot

National Corn Credit Corporation to Begin in Ten Days

Reported in Chicago that the National Corn Credit Corporation will start within ten days with plans to provide eight to ten million dollars in credit to farmers. States Nebraska Iowa South Dakota consider enabling laws to access loans up to 60 to 75 percent of stored corn value, with storage receipts used as collateral and funds routed through affiliated banks. Directors from Omaha and St. Louis to meet in Chicago to finalize agencies loan amounts and procedures.

Chicago Imredit Pries National Corn Credit, Corporation Tates Nebraska Hillnots Iowa South Dakota Iam Hinally United Press National Credit Corporation Feit Corporation Ermer Corporeion Ederel Intermediate Omaha St. Louis Fil Toa

Lee Co officials shield testers amid cattle tuberculin tests

Des Moines reports state adjutant general Bailey ordered protections for veterinarians testing cattle as Brig. Gen. Park Findley directs operations from Burlington. Bailey indicated troop levels at Findley’s discretion while tests continue in Des Moines County and scattered herds yet to be tested. Civil authorities released three men detained after a farmyard argument near Mediapolis.

Des Moines W. Fi. Bailey Park AL Findley Burlington Rex Quest Henry Maasfor Dan W.turner Findley Bailey Towa O Nly Yesteter Fred Thomas Mediapolis

William Louden Dies at Fairfield Founder of Louden Machinery

William Louden aged 90 founder of the Louden Machinery Company and a prominent figure in state Democratic circles died at Fairfield. He was discovered at his home after a long illness, with services planned in the city.

William Louden Fairfield Town Louden

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