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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1931

Page

3

Sheetz Poland China Sale At Keota Promises Quality Stock

Bob Sheetz conducts a Poland China hog sale near Keota despite muddy roads drawing about 50 buyers. Prices run lower than last year but average near, with males around 20 dollars and gilts 12.50. Sale highlights include offerings from Black Crossing line and HAL Weeldreyer & Son boars, plus Allan Walker’s excellent later-stock. Catalogs available via Journal office.

Bob Sheetz China Hob Sheetz Sheetz Rob Iles Yarmouth HAL Weeldreyer & Son Emery Poland Journal

Walker Sells Polands Tuesday at Yarmouth

Five Illinois murder convicts face execution in Cook County Teatre chair tonight or Tuesday October 26 at midnight. Names listed include Frank Bell Richard Sullivan Frank Jordan Charles Rocco John Popescurtines. Reprieves possible but uncertain as the state proceeds with wholesale executions.

Chicago Hlinais Cook County Richard Sullivan Frank Jordan Charles Rocco John Popescur Marel Poland Ines Allen Walker

Three Governors Take Oath in Louisiana Amidst Police Confusion

In Baton Rouge three self styled governors have sworn oaths and ordered state police to arrest usurpers. Huey Long Jr and allies hold the governorship as vigilante guards guard the mansion while claims of succession and legality spark a tense stand off between factions across Baton Rouge and Shreveport.

Louisiana Baton Rouge Shreveport Lef Min River Deep Blue Gulf Huey Pierce Long, Jr United States Paul Gyr Long Walter L. Aldrich Plain Citien Cyris Jeaner Huey Long Alexandria Gubernatorial Mrs. Long Tong Ficey Long

Inaccurate U S Political Figures Debate Authority

Fragmentary passage mentions Abram Johnson of California Robert M Latoltette of Wisconsin Carter Glass of Virginia Hoke Smith as a governor candidate and Aldrich warning voters about abdication and not letting Long or Cyr interfere with his authority as governor The text hints at political friction and possible succession questions without clear actions or dates.

Ew York Abram Johnson California Robert M. Latoltette Wisconsin Carter Glass Virginia Hoke Smith Fed Aldrich

Social Calendar Notices and Club Plans

The Fleur di dinner postponed to Friday at Mr and Mrs George Reed home. Lis club pot luck 6 30 P M regular Rebekah meeting 7 30 with one initiation. bring pie. Presbyterian missionary society meets Friday afternoon at 2 20 with Mrs Roberts. Damascus Shrine invites Victoria L Crouse to Muscatine Shrine Friday Oct 16 at 6 15. M E Ladies aid social Friday at 2 30 unit 9 to handle social hour. West Chester W I MUS meets with Mrs Roy Bawer Friday Oct 16 at 5. U P Church missionary division all day study Friday Oct 18 at 10 A M with pot luck noon rolls and coffee. bring dish to pass.

George Reed Damascus Shrine Victoria L. Crouse Ste Worthy Muscatine Shrine Tanaue Lal M. E. Ladies Aid Unit 9 5 Missionary Society Division of U. P.church

Robber's Wife Arrested Again in Kansas

In Wichita Kansas Hillary Henderson, described as the robber's wife, faced arrest as a new legal case emerged. The report notes a fifty year sentence tied to the Kansas case, with Henderson involved in ongoing judicial proceedings.

Kansas Wichita Kan Hillary Henderson Penney’s

Bank robbery suspect arrests and penalties discussed

Report notes Mrs Henderson was arrested in a bank robbery case with accomplices Campbell and others. It mentions Minnesota and Kansas penalties, with life and long terms cited. A separate item covers wartime bonuses and pensions push by union leaders and national campaign trips.

Henderson Towa Il Leutenant Campbell Hal Haysville Minnesota Ile State Kansas

Foreign War Vets Battle For Bonus in Washington

Veterans advocate for the World War II bonus as lawmakers in Washington debate the proposal. Oct 15 reports indicate pressure from foreign wars groups and statements from officials on possible benefits and eligibility standards.

Washington Moov

Edison Remains in Stupor in New Jersey

Edison has not roused from a stupor for 24 hours, doctors report no immediate emergency. The bulletin from Dr. Hue Howe notes Edison shows no signs of discomfort, just quiet, with no evident danger.

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