05 Oct 1934
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1934
Page
1
The Mississippi River has returned from record lows to normal levels after several months. Navigation is possible again, aided by above average September rainfall.
A Grinnell jury found Rev. Moris Charles Potts of New Sharon guilty of creating a nuisance by conducting noisy revivals. Witnesses testified his preaching kept them awake while Potts said he cannot control the power of God and that his followers fall under the spirit without his moderation. The minister appeared sincere in his defense.
Three infants Catherine Johnie and Jean aged months 2 months and months have enrolled at Iowa State College in Ames. They will teach as they learn and may be assigned to faculty membership. They will teach the Home Economics class about infant care.
Dr. Lester Tilton known as old doc allegedly ran a cancer cure institute and was enjoined in Clinton Iowa from practicing medicine without a license. The district court issued the injunction without a trial, halting activities in that jurisdiction.
Cigaret taxes during September brought the state 105554.12, a gain of 145006 over September 1934. State Treasurer Wegman announced Saturday. The September collections were 7696.15 more than the total for September 1942.
Charles City reports Samuel P. Earnest 60 of Rudd died in a local hospital after suffering hiccoughs for a week. He lived in Rudd for 40 years and worked as a mall messenger. Survived by his widow and a son.
John Sege and John Bading of Cogan say they are not guilty but officers in a farm raid found an alcohol lift still and a few gallons of whiskey on their premises. Five hundred dollars bonds for each let them go free pending trial. These boys must have a Liberty League all of their own.
A group led by Rev. Floyd Allan Bast works on preparations for the international Disciples of Christ convention to be held in Des Moines from October 16 to 21.
Detroit mentions a riot quelling arrival by Dean of Holdenville Oklahoma and a grueling season. The piece contrasts a baseball game with a high school education theme, noting Ford’s $100,000 stake and two great teams.
Dr. T J Pease of Washington elected president of the Southeastern Iowa district Dental society at a convention held at the Y M C A with about 100 attendees including dentists assistants and wives. J M Stanton of Chariton named vice president and officers reelected. banquet featured Turkey menu and Shields orchestra. Dr Leslie M FitzGerald of Dubuque spoke on economics and dentistry.
A nationwide revolutionary strike in Spain leads to heavy fighting and casualties. Midday reports list at least five dead and over one hundred wounded with likely higher totals. Martial law spreads in Asturias as rebels seize Mieres, burn records, and raise the red flag. Troops and civil guards are mobilized as industry and transport stall. The revolt follows the conservative Lerroux government’s defeat.
Evidence was completed in the H. A. Burrell estate case in district court. Judge Dr. W. Hamilton said he would return to Washington next Wednesday to hear arguments of counsel. After this disposition, the judge will hear evidence in the separate maintenance suit of Edna Caldwell against Ira Caldwell.
Washington county supervisors appointed judges and clerks for 22 election precincts to oversee the November 6 vote. Twenty precincts will have receiving and counting boards. Dutch Creek and Nira use receiving boards only.
W. J. Norton former manager of the Washington county farm arraigned in district court on two indictments and pleads not guilty. He posted bond and the case continued. A second indictment for larceny by embezzlement was made public by County Attorney Morrison. The charges stem from a county home management inquiry.
Mrs. W. A. Chilcote died at her home 720 South Twelfth avenue after years of illness including strokes in three years and one year of bedrest. Funeral 2:30 Sunday at the Chilcote home with Rev Dr. F C Witaleman of the Methodist Church officiating. burial at Elm Grove cemetery. Survived by husband Will. mother Mrs. Thompson of Burlington. son Frank Wylie. daughter Myre Don Wylie. two brothers and five sisters. seven grandchildren. Two children preceded her in death.
Priscila Antoinette Dicken Junkin widow of John Irvin Junkin died after months of illness at her South Town Avenue home. Born in Washington in 1858 she and sister Mrs Cavender owned their home since 1911. Funeral services planned with D A R attendance. interment Woodlawn Cemetery.
Theodore Bailey passed the state bar exam and is admitted to practice law. He took the examination in Des Moines and is the son of former prominent attorney Marsh W. Bailey of Washington. He is brother to Henry Bailey of Bailey & Baldrig and has not announced his plans.
A six year old born in 1858 grew to womanhood in Washington schools and finished as valedictorian in 1870. She married John Irvin Junkin on September 1, 1881, in Sterling Illinois, and their son Ralph was born there before health prompted a move to Vallejo California where they established residence.
A small fire burned a few shingles at the Wessler blacksmith shop on North Marion Avenue this morning when the roof was ignited. Firefighters responded quickly to extinguish the blaze and prevent spread to the interior. No injuries reported.
Efforts are underway to organize a poultry show in Washington with the Washington County Poultry Breeders Association and Chamber of Commerce directors meeting to discuss plans. The group, now with fifty members, aims to attract up to two hundred. Fred Downing leads as secretary after winning at Minnesota and other breeders have recent national recognition.
An apparent chimney spark started a small fire but firefighters arrived fast and contained it with only minor damage reported.
The Washington Chamber of Commerce meeting highlighted the city as a strong manufacturing hub with Supt. J H Veet presenting factory counts and outputs. Payroll is estimated near 200 000 yearly, naming Pearl Button Cur ran McCleery Calendar Wilson Concrete and others, plus the school system as a key local business. 4 H club fair highlights and a patrol of praise for the Chamber followed, with Lemmon praising the organization as the most effective civic body to date.
Paul Dean pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals as they led Detroit 2 to 0 after three innings. Detroit filled the bases twice but could not score while Jim Bridges pitched for Detroit. Martin tripled and scored on Rothrock sac fly in the first, and Collins Delaney and Orsa contributed in the second.
Washington county sealers of corn in cribs as security for federal loans started work the day after receiving supplies. Howard Stewart and Walter Brown each sealed a crib on new loans at 55 cents a bushel, replacing 45 cents. Old towns must be liquidated and new loans made with corn re sealed by Oct 15. The first crib sealed was C A Ruebesum, who secured 55 cents per bushel on 200 bushels, netting $187 more than his earlier loan at 46 cents. Transcription by Peoples Savings Bank of Crawfordsville.
John Speidel tours Iowa to explain the new tax law. He travels the state for the board of assessment and review addressing taxpayers leagues and the general public. His first leg covered Dyersville, Manchester, and Independence followed by a stop near the University of Iowa during the presidential inauguration.
Dr. Sandy, a leading Des Moines physician and former Washington practitioner, will speak and preach at the Foursquare gospel service Saturday night and Sunday. Mrs. W. C. Allen and Dr. Leanettie M. Wallace from Minneapolis visit their sister Mrs. J. R. George and Pollok Wallace. The October Chamber meeting, with dinner at Congress hotel, was attended by over fifty members. Paul Gorham presided.
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