28 Nov 1941
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1941
Page
1
Wayne Anderson, 19, of Mason City, clung to his overturned boat in Clear Lake for an hour before rescuers brought him ashore. He was taken to Mercy hospital in Mason City in shock and exposure. late reports described his condition as fairly good. He was hunting ducks alone when the craft struck ice and capsized.
Harrison L. Peyton, 45, former Harrison county state representative and Logan merchant, declares his bid in the Republican primaries for secretary of state. A World War II veteran and longtime American Legion member, he vows to use economy as the guiding principle in his campaign.
Des Moines based report says about 256000 Iowans who owe 1941 state income tax should file quickly after the Christmas New Year holidays. State tax director Charles H. Sayre warns early filers will receive more attention and better service, similar to early Christmas shoppers.
Mrs. Luther Obye, 49, died of suffocation at her farm home in Rockwell City after reportedly falling asleep in a chair. Neighbor Mrs. William Maple found the house filled with smoke and firefighters tried to revive her but failed. Obye was president of the eighth district of the VFW auxiliary.
Governor George A. Wilson commuted the life-term sentence of Willie W. King, 18, a former Corydon CCC enrollee, to five years making him eligible for parole. King had pleaded guilty to placing an obstruction on a railroad track. the initial two year term was later escalated to life under a broad legal interpretation. He placed a handcar on the track to travel home and abandoned it when wheels were locked.
Raymond A. Smith attorney for Quaker Baking Co says a 21 baker strike at the firm ended. Strikers sought closed shop seniority wage scale and retroactive pay to Oct 14. Returning workers report the first three demands were met.
The author reflects on Christmas as a vital festival of kindness generosity and memory. He recalls personal moments and figures from theater Irene Franklin and a Shakespearean actor, and cites the Virginia Santa Claus editorial to affirm belief. He argues that life needs love faith and the magic of giving beyond shopkeepers holidays.
British reports claim the eighth army offensive near Tobruk is dominant with Cairo and London noting progress from the Egyptian frontier. A New Zealand contingent advances westward in the Tobruk zone amid stiff opposition. Meanwhile about 100 French planes from Tunisia join the Libyan front, reflecting French discontent with Weygand’s ouster and limits on his return.
Judge J G Patterson has signed the Brinton versus Washington County Hospital Board case for trial next Thursday December 4. The case has lingered on the docket with motions argued and decided to set the issues for trial next week.
Secretary Cordell Hull condemned Finland for its note refusing to halt hostilities with the Soviet Union. He said recent Finnish actions confirm U S concern that Finland is cooperating with the Hitler forces in the war against the Soviet Union.
Senate judiciary sub committee approved a bill by Senator Connally Democrats of Texas to authorize government seizure of struck defense plants and mines and freeze labor conditions. The measure would extend Roosevelt powers to any plant producing items needed for national defense and keep shop conditions frozen during government operation. Connally expects to send the bill to the Senate floor next week.
The passage urges endurance and a year with days marked by faith and love, surpassing business and bombs. It emphasizes universal desire for a season when humanity transcends conflict and fear.
City officials estimate over a thousand children lined the square to greet Santa and Mrs Claus as the couple arrived by bus at 11 15 am. Mayor R L Lytle welcomed them, candy and nuts distributed, and Santa held court at the northeast corner before visiting the Fox theater for a quiz with cash prizes.
The article notes an unusually warm Thanksgiving with sun and a 60 degree high, an ongoing 61 degree afternoon, and a 34 degree overnight low. Washington residents recall football on Thanksgiving and enjoyed comfortable viewing conditions yesterday.
Forty years ago typhoid claimed 36 lives per 100000 annually, highlighting the high fatality rate of the disease at that time and marking a period of significant health risk before later improvements in sanitation and vaccination reduced the toll.
Wayland resident Walter Edwin Wood 67 died suddenly at his home after a heart attack. Funeral services are planned for Sunday with a 1:30 p.m. home service followed by a 2:00 p.m. Methodist church service. Surviving are his wife Bertha Roth four children and four sisters with two sisters predeceased.
In Indianola on November 28 first degree murder charges were filed against Guy Ramsey Jr. and Harley Walker for the robbery slaying of Owen Shadle, a 70 year old Pleasantville grocer and banker. Both teens confessed after hours of questioning and face possible life imprisonment or death if convicted. Ramsey admitted delivering the fatal blow. Walker waives to the grand jury meeting December 2.
The house defeated an amendment to the price control bill by a vote of 102 to 3. The proposal would have barred future wage increases the government deemed inflationary.
The census notes a narrowing figure, stating that the count has been reduced from a larger number to two. Details on the entities involved are not provided in the fragment.
Washington county poultry raisers begin bringing entries Monday to Blair building for the four day Washington County Poultry Breeders show. Entries close Saturday. E C Winkler to supervise, Ray Durbin judge. Mrs Wag ner and Mrs Reaney lead rug and quilt display.
The War Department announced a rivetless armor program for tanks costing 53 million dollars financed by the Defense Plant Corporation. The plan supports the Army’s goal of producing light, medium and heavy cast steel tanks up to 3000 a month by 1942, driven by battlefield lessons about riveted armor and shattered rivets injuring crews.
The House Labor Committee approved revised strike curb legislation creating a largely voluntary mediation and arbitration system for defense labor disputes. It would authorize government seizure of struck plants if needed.
Wayne H Mangold and Alice E Vincent both of Keota obtained a marriage license here today.
Tokyo sources say the Pacific crisis hinges on Japan accepting American calls to withdraw from China and Indo China. Washington notes remain divided, with some suggesting a joint statement and a cooling off period as a step toward a broader settlement without total war.
Washington hosts a two day tin can collection next Tuesday and next Wednesday December 2 and 8. Street Commissioner A. E. Palmer says crews will start in the north part of town and proceed to the south to pick up summer accumulations. Cans must be in containers placed at rear alley or curb and will not be collected otherwise. The effort occurs each spring and fall but was delayed this fall about a month due to street surfacing work.
A rear end collision occurred on Highway 2 east of Ainsworth involving Brinton, the Hospital Board, and Dale Ayers after their cars locked wheels. Estimated damage ranged from 200 to 250 dollars with no injuries reported. Donve was among drivers involved.
Regular prices listed for the State theater engagement of One Foot in Heaven. Matinees Sunday through Wednesday are 10 and 29 cents, nights 10 and 35 cents, all including taxes. The film follows an Iowa minister and his family based on Hartzell Spence's biographical novel. Fredric March stars as the minister with Martha Scott as his wife.
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