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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1928

Page

1

Trans-Atlantic Zeppelin Flight Update From New York

The airship crew led by Hugo Eckener faced delays as Western flight plans were cancelled due to weather. Eckener and officers remained in New York through Sunday noon preparing for a May return to Germany via the great circle route, hoping favorable winds will sustain nearly 90 mph for much of the voyage.

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Wellman Shines as Lone Tree Defeats Opponent

Wellman scored for Lone Tree High in a 71 point game yesterday. The Lone Tree defense struggled with passes while Wellman gained on an overhead route for a touchdown. Two of Lone Tree's scores were described as flukes in the tense matchup.

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Al Smith Dons Derby as He Heads to Pennsylvania

Gov. Smith dons his brown derby to push his presidential bid into Pennsylvania. A special train departs New York at 11 80 p m for Camden New Jersey across the Delaware River, with Smith to deliver a speech from Philadelphia via a national radio network at 6 p m EST. Democratic leaders in Camden and Philadelphia brace for demonstrations and a broadside against Herbert Hoover.

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Opening of Court on November 6 at Wister Court

Final docket for the November term shows Judge Frank Techy presiding. Several cases carried over from prior terms, plus six new filings including six divorce suits and seven equity cases. Most actions concern notes, title issues, or other civil matters of commonplace nature.

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Hoovering Statute Books Sparks Legal Confusion

A garbled report describes Hoover influencing brick manufacturers to cut bed sizes from sixty six and five to seventy four. It mentions a lawyer and a shredder amid confusion over the statute books.

Journalism in a New Era of Intelligent Press

A critique of postwar journalism arguing readers now demand intelligent reporting shaped by overseas experiences. It asserts editors must adapt to engaged readers who seek real information rather than sensationalism and polished cabaret-era content.

Washington Fairfield clash ends in scoreless tie

In muddy conditions at home, Washington and Fairfield battled without scoring. Washington outgained Fairfield in yards and first downs, with strong kicking keeping Fairfield from reaching the end zone. A blocked punt and key defenses defined a fast, error-light game amid wet field conditions.

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Students Organize New Class at Junior College

Marland Mead, dean of the Washington junior college, announces a new class organized by seven students to manage class fairs and learn parliamentary procedure. Ray Simpson was elected president with Lucille Reister as secretary and Audrey Humbre as treasurer. A constitution will be patterned after others, with meetings not yet regular but likely at 1:15.

Marland Mead Deak Washington Junior College Ray Simpson Lucille Reister Audrey Humbre

Record crowd fills Iowa City for 1928 Homecoming

About 30 000 Iowa City residents and alumni packed the Memorial Union last night to cheer the Hawkeyes as they prepare for the Minnesota game. Fans expressed pride in the team’s rise and demanded a larger stadium, with a 60 000 seat capacity planned on the west bank of the river pending legislative approval.

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Pair Weather Predicted For First Of Week

Weather outlook notes a pair of systems bringing a two part forecast for the week start. Forecasters expect mixed conditions across the southern valleys and northern plains with potential rain and cooler temperatures.

Local Gossip Notes From Ainsworth Area

Ainsworth and surrounding residents report shopping trips in town on Tuesday morning and weekend visits to West Chester and Washington. Local farming activity includes hog shipments via Partners Union and corn husking underway as several men stay busy with field work. Mrs Will Brown travels to town to visit family while Mrs Clark Wood and Mrs Tom Wil W. Duncan are among neighbors seen in region.

Wellston School Children Plan Tuesday Program

Lston residents report Wellston school children are preparing a program at the school house next Tuesday evening with a candy supper and hot lunch to follow. Chas Griffith and his daughter Mrs H Kemp and son Bobby attend events in this community.

Lston Wellston Chas. Griffith H. Kemp Bobby California Robert Hery Muscatine Wm. Robertson Acel Robertson Walter Richardson Brighton

Appeal Notice in Mlaughlin Case Seeks Supreme Court Review

A group of objectors filed a notice of appeal to the Supreme Court challenging a June order in the Washington district coast case. CW Livingston as trustee for David McLaughlin was directed to pay 15009 from assets. The appeal lists numerous objectors and names several attorneys. The message also includes expressions of thanks for sympathy shown after the death of a wife.

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Educational Beginning Ade in 1688 at Germantown Pa

A fragment notes Fane Daniel Vastorius starting an educational effort in 1688 at Germantown Pennsylvania. It mentions an answered question in elberty but the text is fragmented and unclear.

Ade Fane Daniel Vastorius Germantown Rains

Hoover proposes extra session to push farm relief

President candidate Herbert Hoover announced from his headquarters in Washington that he would call a special session of Congress if elected to address urgent farm relief and other legislative needs. The plan follows two days of discussion and a push from Nebraskan Governor Adam McMullen who said Hoover had hinted at the idea weeks ago.

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Columbus Junction News Briefs Include Bond Issue Debate and Local Events

The Columbus Junction area covers a debate on a proposed 10 million dollar state road bond at Columbus High School Friday evening led by former State Senator Jonas D. The discussion aims to persuade voters to oppose the bond. Capt Arthur I. Slater will deliver an illustrated talk at the Presbyterian church Thursday about poultry raising in India and the U S He plans to return to the United States for a year of study and lectures. Announcements include upcoming marriages Miss Pearl Meeker and Elaine Mouseal, with a ceremony at the Muscatine church parsonage. The Rev J W Zerbe attended a convention in Nashville as secretary of the Columbus community day. Reed Point harvesting news and local business moves include J Diehe purchasing a grocery in Fresno California. Steps and an entrance are underway at the Methodist church this week. David Emmack and companions visit his mother Mrs Willy Emmack. The Whatsoever society held an evening event hosted by Mrs G W Weber and Mrs Charles Bike.

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Ancient text hints at music in past but lacks a tune

Fragmentary note surveys ancient civilizations and their likeness to today while noting excavations have not yielded any tablet containing words and music of a popular song. The text mentions youth companions and eternal themes alongside the era's discoveries.

Malaga Spain Seaport Noted for Wines and Ore Exports

The article describes Malaga as a seaport on the Meira coast exporting wines fruits iron ore and other province products. It notes Ayiso as the principal town and highlights Malaga’s role in regional trade and industry. The piece also mentions Mrs WH Martin visiting Hayesville returning home and McCarty’s expected arrival from Kalamazoo due to a sister’s illness.

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Indian Creek Community Notes and Visits

The Indian Creek community reports a meeting with Mrs. Alexi Farrier on Wednesday and neighbors aiding Carl Corpman in building a barn addition. Revival meetings are held at the Indian Creek schoolhouse by Mr. Johnson and Mr. Bond of Rubio. Crary Dunbar tends to Bill Moore, two new scholars Wilma and Junior Palmer reside on the Cannon farm, and residents Louise Rich and daughter visit Charles' Partners while Clara Garrett stays with Levi Shilder. Joe and Mrs. Arnold were Washington callers today.

Indian Creek Clu Alexi Farrier Carl Corpman Hingle Johnson Bond Rubio Crary Dunbar Bill Moore Wilma Junior Palmer Cannon Farm Aliee Rich Lttle Crave Charles Clara Garrett Levi Shilder Mr. and Mes Joe Arnold Washington

Crawfordsville Females Travel for Winter to Pacific Northwest

Mrs Minnie Sprague left yesterday for Portland and Seattle to spend the winter with her daughter and sons. Mrs C M Strain attended a luncheon in Washington. Mrs L L Neiswanger and others visited in Washington yesterday. Miss Mina McCleary returned from Keola for a short visit, and Miss Leila Carris went home to Keola for a weekend stay.

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Football Scores From The Day In College And Local Matches

Iowa defeated Minnesota 7 to 6 while Ohio State and Indiana played zero zero and Northwestern edged Illinois 6 zero. Notre Dame led Drake 14 to nothing as Purdue beat Chicago 13 to nothing. Kansas and Ames remained scoreless. Army defeated Minnesota Harriers by 23 while Captain Brady won the race. Messages note a local club entry by a Mrs in the Independent club at her home on Thursday November 21 83.

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