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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1937
Page
1
Ed Bisek of Oxford Junction was sentenced to 10 years in Fort Madison penitentiary after pleading guilty to forging a $10 check. It was his second offense.
Prof Karl E Leib of the University of Iowa says the deadline for state employment service positions has been extended to this Saturday. The listed sales range for the jobs spans from 1320 to 4200 dollars.
R B Howe and James Redd chased a gray American eagle through a Tipton corn field. The six and a half foot wingspan bird is believed rare for the region and will be taken to the State University museum in Iowa City.
Deputies toured Dubuque county towns Holy Cross Asbury Zwingle and Cascade to investigate a 48 hour epidemic of chicken and corn theft. Owners reported 50 to 75 chickens stolen and large corn losses.
Anamosa report: Richard McCormick, two year old son of Mr and Mrs Ralph McCormick of Olin, died from burns after overturning a pail of scalding water as his mother prepared to scrub the floor. The tragedy occurred in the family home.
Charles City reports the Conrad high school class C marching band received a superior audition rating at the district contest though not competing. The band had earned a superior rating at the state contest last spring and remains eligible for national competition without further qualification.
Davenport records show Rev Monsignor William P Shannahan die d as vicar general of the Davenport Catholic diocese bequeathing 6000 for a St Ambrose college scholarship. The will provides 1000 for poor relief in the diocese and remainder to relatives. Estate total not disclosed.
Iowa City Eta reports Hawkeye varsity swimmers forcibly shaved yearling freshmen drawing campus interest. Veteran swimmers swarmed the freshmen days ago and trimmed their forelocks. Victims then visited local barber shops to complete the grooming.
Two people died and ten were injured when the Morris fruit and vegetable house floor collapsed yesterday amid an overloading incident. An investigation opened today to determine the cause and responsible parties.
LeMars Foster a Democrat from West Branch who served as speaker of the last Iowa house of representatives has resigned as assistant state recreational director, according to the Iowa WPA office.
Pittsburgh dated report shows Miss Cathrine Curtis executive director of Women's Investors in America Inc advising sharp critique of the Roosevelt administration. She claims the government intends to enter the potato chip business to influence politics, framing it as government versus private industry.
Bishop Miller headlines a Washington district Methodist conference with about 125 expected attendees from southeastern Iowa. Speakers include Rev. Roe, Rev. Krenmyre, and Rev. Nightengale. Bishop Miller to discuss world affairs. Mrs. Morrison to sing. luncheon served by church women.
Washington dispatch notes off year elections Tuesday draw keen political interest despite few national issues. Democrats fear a slip in administration popularity while the New York mayoralty race and three congressional vacancies in New York New Jersey and Virginia attract attention. Roosevelt studies stock market measures and budget balance with Morgenthau as the Fed action spurs discussion.
Des Moines reports the motor vehicle department will double revenue from driving licenses after a 1937 39 fee increase to 50 cents. Acting head Horace Tate notes $225,750 collected so far, up from $214,250 in 1935 37 permits.
University of Iowa announces dates for a five play season directed by Mabie. First Lady opens next week with a November 5 benefit for returning homecomers at the 26th fall festival. Pride and Prejudice runs December 7 to 11 with a matinee December 11. High Tor plays February 22 to 26 with a matinee on the 26th. King Henry the Fourth Part One runs April 5 to 9 with a matinee April 9. Call It a Day closes May 10 to 14 with a matinee May 14.
Captain Eyster piloted his large car on the Bonneville Salt Flats reaching 309.6 miles per hour, setting a record for speed on the dry lake.
The young people of the A. M. E. church will present a program on Sunday October 3 at 8 o clock at a local church to raise funds for Payne's College. Sponsored by Mrs Emma Black, the event invites all to attend.
The rector Bell attended a conference here on Friday night meeting attendees and discussing community issues.
Mrs. Carrie Stauffer 73 was found dead at home in West Chester. Officials suspect a stroke. Roy Stauffer of Elsworth Kansas and sister Emma Stauffer of Zion City Illinois survive. Funeral plans pending arrival of Roy. body at Marsh funeral home Keota.
The national safety council reports 28,140auto deaths in the first nine months of 1937, up nine percent from 1936. New York City leads with 551 fatalities, Chicago follows at 644, and Los Angeles records 342.
Tony Lazarri formerly with the New York Yankees signed as a utility player for the Chicago Cubs, the National League club announced on October 28. The deal adds depth to Chicago’s roster as the season approaches.
In a Rome speech Mussolini defended Germany's colonial ambitions while urging peace for Italy. He urged scrapping old peace treaties, driving Bolshevism from Europe, and warned nations against attacking Italy. Russia defies non intervention by suspending contributions to the neutrality fund amid Europe’s crisis.
The evangelist Bill Opie will deliver a revival sermon tonight titled Is Mussolini Anti Christ. Opie describes it as a memorable message and attendance is rising with a full house expected at the revival.
A five man board of inquiry, named by Secretary of Commerce Roper, opens a wide investigation into the October 17 airliner crash in northeastern Utah that killed 19 people. United Airlines officials testify about early concern after the flight failed to signal from Rock Springs to Salt Lake City.
Dwight Hoyle of Washington repeats as county corn husking champion at the Amiel Chabal farm contest. He husked 2 676 pounds net in 80 minutes, besting 10 rivals and likely earning a state contest berth at Oskaloosa. Ralph Krantz and Elmus Breneman placed second and third.
Ames Iowa October 28 Governor Harold G Hoffman of New Jersey will headline the three day second annual state highway safety conference November 18 20 at Iowa State College with Governor Nelson G Kraschel appearing the second evening Speakers include T R Age Paul Jones Harry H Porter Lew E Wallace W Karl Hall Agnes Samuelson Marion Telford John W Charles Harry W Carmichael and others with the final day noting a break for the Iowa State Kansas State football game.
The Y M C A and city churches collaborate in a broad campaign. Ministers through the city association and individually provide service, support the program, and extend the Y through church-linked activities. Solicitors offer time and money, with voluntary pledges celebrated as inspiration.
Dr. Harvey Agnew of Toronto urged the American College of Surgeons congress to add hostesses and tea service in hospitals. He argued these measures would comfort worried relatives and help establish a proper patient attitude.
Mrs. Sarah Mildred Augustine is granted a divorce from Willard C. Augustine on cruelty charges. The couple wed in Washington Iowa on August 4 1926.
In Shanghai on October 28 a deadly spray of bullets from two Japanese tanks imperiled the British land forces commander and his staff as they inspected the defense area boundary in the international settlement. The firing, alleged to involve machine-gunning fleeing Chinese civilians crossing a bridge, strained Britain Japan relations toward a near explosion point.
Representative Ford of Mississippi, chair of the house cotton bloc, plans to oppose proposed cotton crop controls. He seeks a hearing before the house agriculture committee to urge abandoning regulation as the special session opens November 15 and the farm bill is drafted.
Four divorce suits filed in county clerk court for the November term. Plaintiffs are Leona Harris versus Arthur D. Harris, Theresa Knopp versus Leonard Knopp, Lillian Primble versus Leroy Primble, and Dolly Musgrove versus Philip Musgrove.
Ten Washington county youths ages 17 to 23 enlisted in the CCC and were assigned to the Fairfield camp, per welfare worker Miss Helen Cresswell. The list names Merle Miller, Ray Musgrove, Ronald Lewash, William McDole, Donald Curtis, Richard Long, William Varney, Claire Freund, Bernard Singleton, and Gale Knerr. More can be sent Saturday. space is believed available for those who pass medical and eligibility tests. Applicants must not be in school or employed. students or workers need not apply.
A Washington Democrat notice from November 6, 1901 highlights Walter Brown, son of George Brown, who husked 72 bushels of corn by weight last Monday near south Washington. At 13 years old, he is praised as remarkably swift in husking.
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