15 Apr 1926
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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1926
Page
1
An editorial discusses liquor regulation and the liquor traffic, noting corruption and contamination among those connected to intoxicants. The piece reflects on historical attitudes toward prohibition and asserts that both traders and patrons risk moral contagion, highlighting the enduring controversy.
The text quotes a Memphis editorial urging continued enforcement of the Eighteenth Amendment while noting violent crime linked to alcohol. It argues repeal would end decency and imply surrender to bootleggers, stressing a long fight against illegal liquor and the need for sustained regulation.
Farmers urged to place wool sacks and twine orders at the Farm Bureau office to gauge needed supplies. Reports note success placing home grown clover seed. Leslie Nordhausen, former county agent, visited on Monday. Upcoming meetings include Marshall township at Sharpsburg April 14 with moving pictures, Grove township April 13, and Ross township April 7 with a full program and refreshments. Poultry club met April 10 with 12 members, led by D C Mohler. Clayton township gathering occurred April 9 with strong attendance.
The Ringgold County Farm Bureau partners with Du Pont and local engineers to showcase a dynamite based method to straighten the Grand River near Redding. O B Monahan will direct the demonstration with A W Clyde possibly attending. The plan aims for a 1100 foot channel, eliminating about one mile of old canal to curb flood risk on two farms. The public is invited to attend Wednesday April 21 with a second day the next day. Picnic lunches encouraged for a full day outing near the Redding Blockton road, south of the road junction.
Verse recounts a man buying many items on credit for a dollar down and a dollar a week, ending in divorce as weekly payments ruin him. The piece precedes a credit satire note and an ownership statement for the Bedford Free Press dated April 1, 1926, Iowa.
In District Court No 3187 notice to all interested that an instrument purporting to be the last will and testament of Legie Adams dated March 22 1926 has been filed opened and read April 5 1926 at 10 o clock A M in the Court House Bedford Iowa before the District Court Clerk. All interested must appear to show cause why the instrument should not be probated and allowed as the deceaseds last will and testament dated at Bedford Iowa April 10 1926 Frank Pleming Clerk of District Court.
Notice announces Flora E Ginn appointed administrator with will annexed by the Taylor County District Court. All debts should be paid to the administrator and claims presented to the court for allowance. Dated March 1, 1926, James R Locke is the attorney for the estate.
A quirky local item notes a single swallow does not make summer but highlights a pair of baby blue eyes causing a tall Wesleyan Wasp to stir. The short column blends whimsy with a nod to community figures and playful regional tone.
Edgar Wainwright Frank Herriot and Mrs May M Long announce their candidacies for the Republican nomination for Taylor County Auditor in the June 1926 primary. Each urges voter support and notes the election will determine the party nominee.
Richard Wicox Holt announces candidacy for Taylor County Board of Supervisors on Republican ticket for term starting January 1 1928 subject to June 7 1926 primary. David Donaldson Lenox Iowa seeks Democratic nomination for same office for term beginning January 1 1927 subject to June 1926 primary. Joe H Keith urges support.
Notices from Mrs Mary J Keith Mrs Mary J Keith announces candidacy for Republican nomination for Taylor County County Recorder subject to June 1926 primary election. Richard Campbell announces re election bid for County Recorder subject to June 1926 Republican primary election. H Duane Crum of Jackson Township announces candidacy for County Recorder subject to June 7 1920 primary election.
J Fred Besco announces his candidacy for nomination on the Republican ticket for county treasurer. He seeks voter support at the June 1926 primaries and urges backing from the electorate.
Frank Fleming announces his candidacy for re election to county clerk of the courts. He seeks Republican votes at the June 1926 primary and expresses appreciation for past favors and continued support.
UL announces candidacy for State Representative from Taylor County with June 1926 Republican primary as the decision point. Supporters declare for him as he cites past record in public service.
Dr F A Hines of Gravity Iowa notes Arthur Leonard as a candidate for the Republican nomination for Representative from Taylor County in the June 1926 primary election. Voters' support for Leonard is solicited.
Lloyd Thurston declares his bid for Representative in Congress in the Eighth Iowa District on the Republican ticket pending June 1926 primary voters decision. He frames his campaign around party nomination and district representation.
On April 2 1926 the Clerk of the District Court of Taylor County Iowa appointed JAMES HALLEP as Administrator of the estate of May C. Bailie deceased. All debts owed should be paid to the undersigned and all claims must be presented to the court for allowance with legal authentication. Dated April 2 1926.
Vernon Valentine of Mason Township announces candidacy for a second term as sheriff of Taylor County, to be decided by Republican voters at the June 1926 primary. He requests support for his bid and mentions the upcoming primary.
Jas A Lucas announces he will seek re election to the office of County Attorney for Taylor County subject to the Republican primary in June 1926. Support from voters is requested.
On the 30th day Iowa Administrator of the estate of William C. Wright deceased late of said county. All persons indebted to said estate will make payment to the undersigned and those having claims against the same will present them legally authenticated to said court for allowance. Dated March 20 1926 ld. BATIL Yy.
A. C. Clabaugh of Dallas announces candidacy for the office of County Supervisor, term beginning January 1, 1927, subject to Republican voters in the June primary election. Endorses support for the campaign in Taylor County.
Notice is hereby given to all persons interested that on the 31st day in District Court of Taylor County the Administrator of the estate of Joseph L. Lucey deceased, late of said county. All persons indebted to said estate will make payment to the undersigned and those having claims for allowance. Dated March 31 1926 Anna Lacy Administrator Flick Lucas Attorneys 18-38
A diner disputes a bill saying he ordered only a half chicken but was charged for the whole. The waiter explains the custom, while the customer remarks he did not order beefsteak and expresses thanks.
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