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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1941
Page
1
In southwestern Iowa floodwaters swollen streams threaten towns near Plum Creek. Mrs. Louise Branson, 82, Thurman, waded knee deep to save chickens then slept in a dry upstairs as neighbors in a boat rescued her. The Maurice McCartney family also escaped Thurman flooding on a high wheel tractor.
In Stockholm on September 17 officials reported three modern Sweden destroyers sunk after explosions. Initial tallies listed 31 dead and 11 injured with over ten sailors killed or wounded. Faulty torpedo handling was unofficially blamed as the Götteborg ruptured near a munition dump, triggering fires that spread to the Klas Horn and Klas Uggla, both of which also exploded.
Waterloo Iowa county attorney Paul L Kildee told the state convention of the Iowa Association of Chiefs of Police that crime prevention must be pushed to the limit. He urged officers and county attorneys to act within the law while stamping out un Americanism and protecting citizens.
Norman Sample, 7. Frank C. Syreck, 31. and Walter Anderson, 41, former convicts, were fined $500 each by District Judge Harold V. Levis in Ottumwa after pleading guilty to swindling Grover Caster of $1,300. The fines were paid, and the trio were held for officers in Flint, Michigan, on a similar charge. several Midwest cities have filed hold orders.
Iowa City Dean Mason Ladd of the State University of Iowa college of law says Prof Lehan Tunks will leave this week for duties with the solicitor's office in the price control and civilian supply department. He takes a one year leave of absence.
Farm wood lands of Clayton and Allamakee counties contribute to national defense by supplying bass wood for airplane construction. One hundred carloads have been shipped from Marquette and about as many more are to go, according to I G Gillette who oversees purchasing and shipping.
Flocks of grasshoppers were seen moving southward over Shenandoah with few stopping. The hegra resembled snowflakes in the sun as birds joined the caravan at noon to feed on the travelers. Locals recall past invasions when pests ate crops. they say the grasshoppers can fly 400 or 500 miles but may land on nearby farms.
Today announces a motor mechanics class for young men not in school. They will meet at the high school Thursday evening at 7 30. At least ten applicants are needed to form the class sponsored by school authorities. A similar metalwork program already operates, and this class aims to round out the current offerings.
Private Bartlett H. Gregory, 32, of Washington Iowa, starts a three month course in motor mechanics at Fort Riley Kansas cavalry school. He serves in the 113th Cavalry at Camp Bowie and enlisted December 21 1940. His family resides in Washington and after graduation he will return home. Brig Gen Robert C Rodgers commands the school.
Ralph Scott has taken over the Washington airport management and will operate the flying field in the future. The Chamber of Commerce airport committee confirmed the change and outlined plans to keep the field in active operation with advancing aviation training.
The Iowa Supreme Court ruled 6 to 3 that a pardoned felon may hold a civil service post in Iowa. Jess F. Slater, 22, a former Des Moines gas station attendant, sought a smoke inspector exam and argued the commission denied him because of his felony conviction.
Mary Bland Reynolds daughter of North Carolina Senator Reynolds attempted death by own action in a New York apartment amid a lovers quarrel. She was released into the care of her mother, the senator's second wife. The senator, age unlisted, is reportedly engaged to marry Evalyn Walsh McLean, 20, of Washington, D C.
Mrs. Louisa Cordelia Stone widow of J M Stone longtime Ainsworth resident died after two weeks illness at her home north of Ainsworth. Funeral 2:30 p m Thursday at her residence with Rev John Nye of the Methodist church officiating and burial in Ainsworth cemetery. She was born July 5 1859 in Terre Haute Indiana. Survived by son Victor Stone and four daughters Grace T O Davis Hugh Morris and Willard Glaze with four grandchildren. Ted Stone died in 1981. She was a member of the Journals Three Quarter Century club.
The Washington Municipal band with Washington Odd Fellows lodge members traveled by auto to Des Moines to attend the sovereign grand lodge meeting. The band led the parade and gave a fine performance after a practice session in the southeast part of town.
Fairfield, Sept 17. Two state patrolmen seized a car carrying 52 cases of liquor totaling 1250 pints. Driver G R Reed, 31, Clear Lake, arrested. Car had a single license plate. Reed said liquor was for sale in Iowa and bought in Illinois.
An individual who faced charges in January 1934 received a gubernatorial pardon in January 1935 from Gov Clyde Herring. The record notes the vehicle price context and the pardon timing within the same month.
At the Milwaukee convention the American Legion approved a repeal of the neutrality act and endorsed a plan to keep an army and navy free to wage expeditionary warfare if needed. The national defense committee backed this approach after reviewing confidential military guidance.
The local VFW post marks its 42nd anniversary on Tuesday Sept 23 with a wiener roast at the Dale Atkinson home for members and families. A card party series begins Sept 30 sponsored by the post and the auxiliary. The first District meeting occurs Sept 21 in Keokuk with District Commander I R Burham presiding. The post grants I O O F permission to use its national flag in the Des Moines state convention parade.
Robert L. Swift, 17, son of Mr and Mrs T O Swift of Washington Iowa, arrived at the Great Lakes naval training station for a six week boot camp in seamanship and procedures. He will learn naval life on shore and later enter a trade school or join active fleet duty. Great Lakes serves the ninth naval district drawing over 35 percent of enlisted personnel.
Ed Knupp of Riverside and Harve Knupp of Roswell arrived by car to spend a week here with relatives and friends before traveling to Ohio for an extended visit.
In the absence of S. W. Easter, Vice Commander George Baker presided over a Legion meeting with 24 members. Sheriff H. M. Putnam spoke on highway safety noting over half of accidents occur on straight level roads and highlighting dangerous, non accident sites. Russell Frink of the state highway commission discussed new construction ideas and safety focus. Roy Steele led the Legion feed.
Washington county selective service board received a call to send four men to Fort Des Moines for induction on October 27. The request covers replacement for terms expiring and equals 40 percent of the county’s October induction, following a prior October 16 order for ten men. With four slated to respond next Monday, September 22, the county will supply 18 soldiers within about six weeks while the board has five men available. Over a dozen registrants will undergo physicals tonight and questionnaires were mailed to 100 more.
Prime Minister Winston Churchill thanked the United States for aiding the common war effort and said Britain is strengthened by the U S spirit at their side in a message delivered to National Commander Milo.
Former President Herbert Hoover warned on radio that the danger to America is lower than at any war start and urged restraint from entering the conflict. He urged safeguarding freedoms at home and outlined a five point program tied to the four freedoms and economic liberty. Hoover warned that pursuing warlike steps without Congress would erode freedom and warned against a slide to socialism if the nation fights a long war. He described the clash between Hitler and Stalin as weakening both dictatorships.
Warner of the American Legion delivered remarks at the Legion's national convention, drawing attention to policy priorities and veteran needs discussed by delegates.
Linn County grand jury begins probe into a clash at Wilson Produce Co plant in Cedar Rapids involving about 12 non strikers attacked by a larger group outside. One man, James Britton 19 Solon, hospitalized with chest wounds and head lacerations in fair condition.
The sponsoring committee for the Sept. 24 bond issue promotes swimming as exercise and hospital therapy. It cites Red Oak’s pool drawing about 150 daily users with income covering expenses. Cedar Rapids notes over 30,000 visitors by Aug 15 this year plus 11,490 using free sessions on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
The Senate completed action on a 3.553 billion tax bill and sent it to the White House for President Roosevelt. The measure, with new exile and income taxes starting Oct 1 and Mar 15, aims to raise about 13 billion annually to fund defense costs, though the treasury remains in the red.
Des Moines report shows excessive rains over the past week causing flood and erosion damage. The Maquoketa river valley losses top half a million dollars, according to federal meteorologist Charles D. Reed. Corn advancement remains rapid with about 82 percent safe from frost, well above normal for mid September.
Full electric service returned in Kansas City after a four hour blackout caused by a strike of power company workers. The Kansas City Light and Power Co. restored service with the help of strike breakers as unresolved issues from the walkout linger.
A sudden walk out at Kansas City Power and Light Co halted services across Kansas City and surrounding areas for four hours starting at 11 p.m. Last night. Water shortages loomed as current was cut off and later restored for domestic use. Vice President Guy T. Shoemaker said production was back to normal though understaffed. Albert F. Wright, union organizer, was arrested during the blackout.
Firemen were summoned to the Frank B. Miller residence on West Washington street for a minor yard fire reported this afternoon.
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