Hoover Returns to Washington from Boston in Stirring Campaign Swing
Republican candidate Herbert Hoover electrified crowds in Boston and Worcester as he campaigned for 1932 election. He touted tariff strength, praised Calvin Coolidge, urged a nonpartisan tariff panel, and pressed for a strong merchant marine while challenging Smith on economic policy and loans.
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Smith Stumps Missouri With Brown Derby in Sedalia Address
Alfred E. Smith travels across Missouri delivering a night speech at Sedalia's live stock pavilion during the state fairgrounds visit. A five mile parade precedes the event as supporters march from New York to Missouri voters while managers target St Louis power and the southern part of the state for momentum. He plans an all day trip to Chicago after the Sedalia appearance.
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Alfred EB. Smith
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New York
St. Louis
Carl Missouri
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Chicago
Springfield
Albany
City Council Budgets Extra Block for Sewer Extension
Washington county council approves another block of sewer lines in the south part of town. Work to begin along East Harrison street extending from South Town avenue to about 260 feet east. Contractor B. Carter of Sioux City to handle the additional 27 inch sewer replacing a twelve inch line. Extension planned south on Town avenue and east on Clara Barton street but deferred due to scale.
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Stolen Car Reported in Des Moines Pair Charged
Des Moines youths J. Botsford age 18 of Cole and Verne Arthurrhoda age 20 of Dex Moines faced a charge of stealing an automobile after an officer found their car, allegedly stolen, driven past an arterial stop sign. The officer prepared a summons for the pair.
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Clara Bow Stars in Thrilling War Film at Fox
At the Fox theatre last night Clara Bow headlines a wartime drama about air battles between American flyers and Germans. The story blends heroism with romance, canceling some horrors with lighter moments, and is staged across American and French battle scenes with a strong cast.
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Wednesday's Five Best Radio Feathers
WEAF and WJZ networks broadcast a varied schedule with the Newark Rutgers University hour and a masters motive hour. WEAF also airs la touraine orchestra and a 6.30 CST symphony segment on the American Magazine Hour.
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Transfer Channel To Iowa Stations
Washington October 16 The federal radio commission announced changes in its allocation plan affecting 131 broadcasting stations nationwide The reallocation includes transferring the clear channel on 1000 kilocycles used by BYW Chicago to two stations WHO Des Moines and WOC Davenport The channel will be divided between the two Iowa outlets as part of the nationwide move
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Second Team to Meet Brighton Here Tomorrow
The only Washington area football game this week is set for Wednesday at 4 15 in the high school field as Washington reserves host Brighton. Brighton has shown aggression in scrimmages with Washington this season and recently held Sigourney and Weisman in a tighter matchup. Expected Washington lineup includes Raymond at center, Kerns Shuman and Young at guards, Westermark Stutsman and Knikco Jackls at ends, with Blick Kort Lyke Jones Allen and Snyder in the backfield.
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Republican Women of State Organize to Get Out the Vote
Iowa women form statewide committee to back Hoover in the remaining weeks before the election. Miss Caroline M. Gruener of Des Moines chairs the new campaign, emphasizing Hoover’s economic plans and national prosperity. Local chairmen will be named for major cities to mobilize a large women’s vote.
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Curtis Seeks Democrat Support in South Speech
In Petersburg Virginia on October 16 Senator Charles Curtis, Republican vice presidential nominee, urged Democrats unhappy with Governor Alfred E Smith to back his ticket. He called for enforcement of prohibition and adherence to the Constitution. Gartis will speak in Raleigh tonight.
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Bruey decision affirmed by Supreme Court
The state supreme court affirmed the Tower court ruling in the Bruey case, ending a three year Southern Iowa dispute over the will of Louis Bruey. Edna Bruey and Beulah Tonkinson sought to set aside the will, contending their father was temporarily insane at the time of signing while facing murder charges linked to Edna's pregnancy. The decision names Maggie Brue and Marshall Stever as involved parties. cases were heard before Judge W. M. Walker at Fairfield.
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Marshall Stever
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Farm Bureau Seeks Members Across Washington County
County Agent Harold J. Montgomery urges larger Farm Bureau membership as reports from three counties arrive. He notes new additions to the bureau roster and predicts growth beyond last year, with a new year’s program soon to begin and the group ready to tackle farm work and road conditions.
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Harrold J. Montgomery
Tice County
Keota Club Backs State Highway Bond Issue Plan
Keota chamber of commerce urges passage of a state highway bond issue of 1 200 009, hoping roads plan will extend No 77 north from Keota through Wellman to City. Banquet speakers and farmers present reflect broad county support. Officers listed include president Nurlen and treasurer Helscher.
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Smith Speech at Sedalia Broadcast Tonight
New York dispatch reports Smith’s address at Sedalia Missouri will be broadcast nationwide by a Nazi Broadcasting Company front group. The network plans include KWK St Louis and WECO Minneapolis with carriers in Chicago and Chicago area stations.
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Plan air service Spain to America outlined by Col Herrera
Col Emilia Herrera, head of the official press at Graf Zeppelin events, says a preliminary step toward a trans Atlantic air passenger service between Spain and South America is planned. He notes no sale of the Graf Zeppelin and mentions a potential dirigible terminal at Buenos Aires with Seville as a forward site, as plans progress.
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Kaaba Shriners Plan Ceremonial in Davenport
Washington Shriner delegation plans a Thursday October 18 ceremonial in Davenport for Kaaba temple's fiftieth anniversary. A trainee will transport Washington members from Ottumwa and Oskaloosa, with return late at night. The day includes luncheon, parade, banquet, and the temple ceremony.
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Zeppelin Crew in New York for Official Welcome Today
The article notes a welcome event for the Zeppelin crew in New York and mentions the ship installed in a hangar earlier today. It describes Rotary Club program items including life history by Bostwick and readings by Priscilla Morrison, with discussion on meat business by Charles Speer. Four high school seniors are noted as club members this month.
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King of Kings Opens at Graham for Four Days
A major film presenting the life of Christ opened at the Graham theatre last evening for a four day engagement. The production features large crowds and extensive Judean scenes depicting events from the life of Jesus. Manager Sebesta invites county residents to be his guests at the mall this afternoon.
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Ten Babies in Two Weeks at Washington County Hospital
Ten births reported in two weeks at Washington County Hospital. Announced parents include Mr and Mrs Robert Boyd Leonard and others. Daughters born to Me and Mr Edell Walker, Myron and Virginia Anne among newborns. Several additional families listed with new sons and daughters.
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Charles Gault
Edell Walker
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Rman Elvin
Witata Nien
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Edwin [Faris
Brighton
Fen’ Henry
Quarrel Over Fifty Cents Ends in Slaying in Des Moines
In Des Moines on October 16 a 31 year old black man named Pogue confessed to killing Lawrence Bush during a quarrel over fifty cents. Pogue pleaded guilty to wilful slaying and received a sentence passed by Judge F. S. Shankland, Bush claimed Pogue owned the disputed fifty cents.
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Fred White to Speak at the Junction Friday the 19th
Fred Ro White, chief engineer of the Iowa state highway commission, will discuss the proposed state bond issue at a meeting in Columbus Junction on Friday evening October 19. The subject of good roads is of vital importance to all and many Washington county citizens will attend.
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Coumbus Junction
Washington County
Graf Zeppelin reaches New York welcome after Atlantic voyage
Graf Zeppelin completes maiden commercial trans Atlantic flight from Friedrichshafen to New York. Crew and passengers rest in Lakehurst after five day journey, repairs underway on stabilizer. Hugo Kekener and crew prepare for harbor ceremony aboard Macom. New York welcome planned at city hall.
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