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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1931

Page

1

Judge Utterback Addresses Fifth District Convention

Judge Hubert Utterback of Des Moines delivered the afternoon address at the fifth district Christian Endeavor Convention. Rev Bernie Mulder of Pella gave the closing address in the evening. The Presbyterian church drew large crowds both sessions as Utterback spoke on Citizenship Ideals and the need for a godly nation. He stressed development of mind, heart, morals and spirit and warned that America’s failure would stem from godlessness. He praised the Christian Endeavor union’s work and urged youths to live up to the pledge for useful futures.

Christian Endeavor Hubert Utterback Dex Moines Jiernie Mulder Pella Presbyterian Crond Utterback de Moines Polk County Christ Jesus Christian Endeavor Union Judge Utterback America Christian Endeavor Pledge Jesuchrist

Washington Golf and Country Club Officers Elected for Year

At a regular board meeting of the Washington Golf and Country Club the officers for the ensuing year were elected. FE Nelswanger is president with Frank Miller Lee as vice president and T W Harwood as treasurer. The board plans immediate completion of ongoing work and rapid course development as conditions permit. Nelswanger named committees: Finance Carl J Jungblut and WHT Harwood. Tournament Ralph Lester Orr Will Shannon. House Frank Miller Dr A W Clow. Grounds Orville Elder Preston Wolf and Lester Orr.

Washington Golf and Country Clut FE. Nelswanger

Wheat Prices Rise on Sino-Japanese News in Chicago

Wheat markets in Chicago moved upward on Sino-Japanese tensions with December at 85 cents and May at 71 1/2 cents per bushel by noon. Buying orders surged as brokerage houses pushed the market higher following the weekend close. Miss Barbara Cuddy of Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls visited for the weekend.

Chicago Barbara Cuddy Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls Chicago Board of Trade

New Bank Stock Moves Toward 100000 Goal in Washington

Hinds for capital stock and surplus for a new bank in Washington totaling 75000 has been subscribed. The committee aims for 100000 with half for capital and half for surplus. The bank will replace the closed Commercial Savings Bank to expedite liquidation and return deposits. Local residents see the project as a sound investment and a boost to community welfare and relief for Aenositors.

Fairfield Team Still Unbeaten in Gridiron Hope

Fairfield high school, known as the Sons of Troy, rides an eleven game winning streak and has not allowed a score since a year ago Armistice Day. They face the Demons from Washington in Armistice week, then Mt. Pleasant and Burlington on the schedule. Key players include Dick Crayne, Bill Babner, Chuby Delp, Glen Little, Leland Keller, Lester Walker, Justus Webb, and Robert Fulton, with a new backfield formation emphasizing power and blocking as the team pursues an undefeated season.

Field High School Trojans Washington Sons of Troy Fairfield Mt. Pleasant Burlington Mt. Pleasat Henry Counts Grayhounds River City Ottumwa Oskaloosa Dick Crayne Bill Babner Crayne Craynar la. Giuenkin Fairfield Grid Arthur “Chuby Delp Glen Little Leland Keller Delp Little Keller Lester Walker Justus Webb Robert Fulton Letterman Frye Waterhouse

Close Canal Closure After Heavy Slide Halts Panama Passage

A new slide in the Panama Canal halted navigation and likely will prevent resumption for about 24 hours. Gov. Harry G. Burgess of the Canal Zone reported to the War Department that floods heavy rains and further slides have kept ships from passing since 2 PM Saturday. Authorities planned to resume rescue efforts this morning.

Washington Panama Canal Harry G. Burgess Canal Zone War Department

Turner to Speak on Conservation in Washington Visit

Dilg league has arranged Governor Dan Turner's Washington visit on Monday evening November 23. He will deliver a public address at 8 o'clock. A dinner in the Y banquet hall will precede the address, with local leaders and conservationists invited. The program and dinner details will follow. The event aims to boost a state forest and game reservation in Washington county and highlight conservation efforts under the current administration. The governor will discuss conservation and broader state issues of public interest. We look forward to his arrival in Washington.

Tocal Will. Dilg League Dan Turner Washington M.C. A Teague Conservation League Washington County Iowa

Miss Margarita Williams to Speak at State Teachers Meet

Miss Margarita Williams of Des Moines will represent University of Iowa students at the state teachers convention in Des Moines on Thursday morning November 12. She will discuss The Educated Girl and Woman of Today with the morning topic The Adjustment of her Intellectual Self to the Changing Order. Dr C R Latham president of Town State Teachers college will present the faculty viewpoint and Miss Williams will present From the Student Point of View.

Margarita Williams Oington University of Iowa Aogram Des Moines C. R. Latham State Teachers ‘College

Officials Named for Charity Football Game

The committee selects H. D. Repass and Ted Sauer of Fairfield as officials for the November 11 charity game. The Leon Beatty Post Drum and Bugle Corps and the Washington Concert Band may attend, with L A Jones arranging loudspeaker attachments. A portion of Y stand receipts will go to the committee.

H. D. Repass Ted Sauer Fairfield Leon Beatty Washington L.A. Jones

Mercury Records Warm November Sunday at 77 Degrees

The forecast notes a Sunday high of 77 degrees, remarkably warm for November in Town. The piece discusses local football prep, naming Clarence Champ and Liesd Hanshaw as key backs, with Hanshaw possibly sidelined by a shoulder injury. It details Gluenkin’s rushing attack, Dabner’s passing, and player weights, ending with anticipation of a big game against Washingtonians.

Ture Gluenkin Dabner Crayne Pulton Waterhouses Walker Champ

High School Orchestra and Band Concert Tuesday Night

A detailed program for the high school concert to be held Tuesday at the school auditorium begins at eight. Director Milburn McKay announces orchestral works by Mozart Berlioz and Rimsky Korsakov, plus marches, overtures, and selections from Gilbert and Sullivan. The roster lists extensive orchestra personnel across violins, cornets, clarinets, flutes, oboes, bassoon, trombone, tuba, percussion, and assorted choral and instrumental sections with many named students and instructors.

Milburn McKay Stuite Lee Helen Melinski Om Burke Danse Habaner Aw. Russett Playfellow Sullivan Seredy H. M Pinafore Wikado Chenette ‘Nash Marc Nash Motor Co Manis Helen Apple Maxine Baker Verna Blake Torella Canton Vida Casper Crandall Junior Cuddy Maninehan Virginia Vis Vera Poss Daisy Franklin Alta Grecian Henrietta Tull Vernette Johnson Hetty Jones Virginia Lemles Mary Juliet Lemmon Catharine Masson Helen Masson Mildred Masson Helen Meliniski Miriam Palmer Audrey Peet Marjorie Pratt Zora Rhodes Keith Sartor Mildred Starr Richard Wehr Max Allen Will Schulty Hass Helen Foster Maurice Mayo Wilma Palmer Ireta Willis John Lytle Juiiat Mckihinney Arden Hughes Robert Barclay Flose Hendricks William Stewart Hubert Turner Karl Bevins Donald T. Davis Donald C. Davis Mar

Nov 9 in town with Jack Garner in western life

The writer describes Tam in a western town, visiting from King Ranch to spend the afternoon with Jack Garner. Garner is seen as a strong candidate to become speaker of the House, with references to his career and upcomings many months. The note mentions Nick Longworth and Texas pecans as light local details. Garner is said to be practicing with a gavel as the day ends.

Tex King Ranch America Jack Garner House of Representatives Washington Nick Longworth Texas

Palmer Mrs O H Palmer Funeral Services Held

Funeral services for Mrs. O. H. Palmer were held Friday noon at the L. A. Jones funeral home with Rev. A. A. Vinz officiating. Pallbearers included Amos Weaver Hugh Dougall Alvert Donovan James Arnold nk McFarlane and Harry Montgomery. Burial followed in Woodlawn cemetery.

Mes. Palner O. H. Palmer L. A. Jones A. A. Vinz Amos Weaver Hugh Dougall Alvert Donovan James Arnold Nk McFarlane Harry Montgomery Wood ‘Awn

Natives Riot in Tientsin Japs Attack

United States troops and warships intervene to protect lives and property as rioting natives clash with Japanese forces in Tientsin and Peiping. Chinese armies in Manchuria clash with Japanese, with thousands opposing a force of about one thousand.

United Press United States Tientsin Peiping China Japan League of Nations Manchuria Tokio Tensue Heilungkiang Province Chu ‘Ae Jas Moscow Russia Mukd ENEVA Jayfan Bank of China Bank of Communications Ria Alfred China Proper

Armistice Day Program At High School Announced

Ian Harland Mead of Washington junior college announced an Armistice Day program at the high school. The regular college assemb ly will be held with high school students invited. The address by A B Baldrige, a World War I soldier, follows music by the high school band and performances by the junior college. Rev. A A Vinz will give devotion as singing by students closes. Cars needed for band to Fairfield trip. Milburn McKay directs the band and asks for auto donations to transport musicians, due by Wednesday morning. A pep meeting and large Armistice day crowd are planned before Wednesday's football game.

Ian Harland Mead Washington Junior College High Nis A.B. Baldrige A. A. Vinz Milburn McKay Fairfield

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