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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1925
Page
1
The Sedford Free Press announces itself as an independent paper edited by A. W. Hamblin. Subscription rates listed: 1.50 per year within the county and 2.00 outside, pay in advance.
U S Treasury actuary Mr McCoy estimates over 415 million dollars of lawful money should be in banks but is hidden in old stockings jars and mattresses He cites about 8000 misers holding 44 million dollars plus 1 5 million in toy savings banks 75 cash on hand for emergencies 200 000 foreigners hoarding earnings 225 million and at least 50 million in gold coins hoarded with 67 million additional unaccounted for
A fragment notes silver hoarding carried out in a particular pattern, indicating that wealth storage follows a consistent method across unspecified contexts. The text provides no clear individuals, dates, locations, or organizations to anchor the claim.
A man wakes to an array of advertised goods from bed to waking, breakfast to office, using every product advertised. He rejects further advertising on the grounds that advertising does not pay, a quip attributed to B. J. Palmer, D. C., Palmer School of Chiropractic president.
Height All May Achieve AH the possible charities of Ife ought to be cultivated, and where we can neither be brethren nor friends let us be kind neighbors and pleasant acquaintances.
Aerial photographs assisted in selecting a landing point for a lighthouse on a remote rock at the western edge of the Hawaiian island chain. The images helped determine a practical position for construction and safety considerations.
A poem from a Clearfield resident laments the possible loss of the county nurse as funding ideas stall. The verse, printed here, centers on the nurse and her vital work funded by private donations to the county red cross.
A lengthy community polemic argues for continued nurse led medical care, exposing conflicts over public health policy and the role of doctors, nurses, and families. It cites local figures and cases, including Jennie Smith and Sammy Green, urging persistent nurses’ work amid funding worries and county politics. Presbyterian Church notices invite Easter services, classes, and baptism. Pastor Paul G. Luce details plan and sermon themes.
Berea Church will hold preaching next Sunday at 11 A M and 7 30 P M with Bible study at 10 15 A M. Verna M Gilbert is listed as the speaker for the announcement.
The Mite describes the lute and guitar as stringed instruments of the guitar family. The lute differs by its penrm shaped back and absence of ribs, unlike the guitar which has a flat back and ribbed framing.
The Christian Church announces Sunday School at 9 45 morning service at 11 00 and a special Easter program by the Sunday school at 7 30. Junior and Senior Christian Endeavor meet at the regular time. Mrs Prices class entertains Mrs Montgomerys class Tuesday at 2 30 in the church basement. Bake sale at Kysar Worley & Co hardware store Saturday.
Easter worship at All Thougehts Center features special decorations and music by the choir. The pastor delivers a sermon after a seven AM service, a 9:45 Bible school on Some Meanings of the Resurrection, an 11 AM preaching service, and an East Mission service at 8 PM. A Young People meeting at 6:30 PM and evening worship at 7:30 complete the day led by Rev. C W Fletcher.
The Methodist Episcopal Church announces Easter services next Sunday with an Easter program at 8 p m and a tithe of Holy Week offering. The Sunday school aims to match last year’s 90 dozen eggs for the Iowa Methodist Hospital and about 350 dollars for missionary work. Evening services shift to 7 30 and 8 00 p m with Epworth League at 7 00. The Standard Bearers plan an April 16 church entertainment.
The Farmers Union met Monday evening April 6 with about thirty members present. The first quarter report showed cooperative buying net profits of 192.70 over individual buying. The group planned to order binder twine soon and urged members to contact directors.
A Friday noon March 27 surprise basket dinner honored teacher Miss Lola Henry at Pleasant Grove. Mrs D W Pace arranged the event with help from Mrs Fred Grace and daughter, Mrs Averill McKim, and Mrs Beryl Henry. Children led songs and games after a large cake bore the honoree's name.
Mrs Abe Landis hosted Circle Chapter D. O. C. on Wednesday afternoon April 1. Roll call featured an Easter quotation. Mrs Orton and Mrs Landis led an engaging program. Afterward each member dressed a clothes pin doll and refreshments fitting the day were served by the hostess.
The Taylor County Farmers Union will hold its quarterly meeting at Clearfield Iowa Tuesday April 14 commencing at 7 30 o clock prompt George Reece Company President invites all members and interested parties to attend.
A. W. Hamblin sworn as editor publisher discloses ownership and management details for Bedford Free Press Bedford Iowa for April 1 1925. Names addresses of publisher editor and business manager listed as A. W. Hamblin Bedford Iowa. Owner is A. W. Hamblin. Bondholders holding 1 percent or more include Frank Dunning Estate Bedford Town and A. W. Hamblin. Notary H. P. Long confirmed sworn April 7 1925 with seal.
In Taylor county Iowa in District Court April Term 1925 Elijah Keasey Harsh deceased October 24 1918 instrument of writing purported to be last will opened read hearing set April 27 1925 at ten oclock AM at Bedford Court House show cause why instrument should not be probated Dated Bedford April 3 1925 Frank Fleming Clerk of District Court M R Brant Plaintiff's Attorney Bedford Iowa
A public exchange argues that owning a home boosts personal confidence and earns community respect. The writer asserts homeowners become better citizens, spouses, and parents, with social influence rivaling that of intellectual and moral leaders in the community.
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