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Newspaper
Bedford Free Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1925
Page
5
Fragmentary report lists fair activities and attendees including Mia, Joe Minor, and Mrs H Montgomery. Mentions residents keeping homes for the evening and a president figure, with garbled phrases about activities and appreciation during the event.
The Co-operator and assistants led a second sewing lesson at Mrs. Arthur Hess’s home with Nell Thomas the county agent and Miss Rockhill of Ames. In Benton township thirty-one attended twenty six joined. Bedford rural held one meeting nine attended six joined. forty three phone calls and three postals were recorded. Alteration of patterns prompted seven changes after Miss Rockhill instructed. A newborn girl was born to Mr and Mrs Fred L Shafer northwest of Gravity on February 22 0-7%4.
A promotional note announces an appearance by Miss Cherry Blossom on March 16 inviting attendees to await a scheduled meeting with the noted figure.
Frank Greeley touring California arranged with San Bernardino Chamber of Commerce to ship a 200 pound box of prize farm products to Henry Field at Shenandoah. The box prompted a 3000 word radio reading on February 15 touting the California valley and the National Orange Show, yielding substantial publicity for California. A hope arises that Iowa would follow with similar advertising vigor to attract residents back west.
In Clarke county the Osceola Sentinel notes higher prices for draft horses and mules as demand from agricultural districts and foreign markets grows. German buyers visited Galesburg for the first time since before the war, signaling a shift as European nations recover and seek horsepower to replace worn-out stock. If this trend persists, horse values may revert to pre war levels, making now a favorable time to breed strong draft animals locally.
The Civic League met at the Community Club rooms to discuss a lyceum course for the coming winter. After deliberation they will not sponsor the course for another year, citing a deficit of 212.50 dollars and no new obligations while current indebtedness remains unresolved.
A robin was sighted last Friday signaling an early onset of spring, a hopeful sign following the groundhog’s early February forecast. Though not seen by all, locals trust reports from a reliable source about the bird’s appearance.
The Community Club banquet menu at the Methodist church basement features Chicken Pie Escalloped Potatoes Pea Tities Pickles Cabbage Cherry Salad Preserved Cherries Biscuits Martha Washington Cake Tea Cream Coffee.
Hiram Woodman of Clarinda and Elias Allen, 24, son of Jim Allen near Bedford, were arrested by Taylor County officials on a grand larceny charge. Authorities say they stole 25 to 30 bushels of oats from Mrs. Lola Woods west of Bedford, selling the oats in Clarinda for 22.80 dollars. Woodman and Allen, both arraigned in Justice Nevins' court, were bound over to the grand jury with $500 appearance bonds each, but could not post bail and remain in county jail. Woodman, married, is alleged to own the car used to transport the oats to Clarinda.
Three-school declamatory contest takes place at New Market this evening featuring Bedford students Kenneth Chilcote Ruth Nevius and Elmer Bladow as contenders. The event showcases rivalry among local schools with Bedford aiming for top honors.
Judge Carter presided in Lenox district court as jurors remained ready for service. Bassett sued Allen over a six acre tract dispute. the judge will rule after advisement. Payton v Clarey et al settled, yielding 7730 to Payton and 200 to Childs. Payton alleged Clarey burned Payton farm buildings and stole 200 bushels of corn around Feb 26, 1924.
In this issue of the Free Press an advertisement invites readers to solve a great cross word puzzle. It promises sharper wits and a chance to earn pay for correct solutions, encouraging readers to hunt for the ad and participate.
James H. Brown of Clearfield has secured a U S Railway Mail appointment and has gone to Chicago to begin his apprenticeship. He expects to return to his family within a few weeks. Mrs Brown is Agnes R Dawson of Bedford.
Congressman Lloyd Thurston and Mrs. Thurston depart for Washington D C to meet with House members and learn duties ahead of the new session. The Osceola representative, elected by a large majority, travels with confidence in his legal and military background to serve Iowa eighth district.
A message reports Mrs. Neoma Turner passed away last Sunday at 5 20 AM in San Francisco. Her sister Miss Ella Hoover of southeast of Bedford has been at her bedside for the past three weeks.
Bruce Kemple hosts a community sale next Saturday at his sale barn on East Main Street offering horses, mules, cattle, sheep, hogs, and household furniture plus farm implements. Emmitt Osborn markets broad sows and extra good work horses. Harry Morley sells a John Deere riding cultivator and other machinery. Entries for sale may be arranged with Kemple, E C Dowlin, or Cummings & Wells. phone for entry.
An advertisement from 9 41 W H Price and Son promotes Spirex radiators as best for cold weather, highlighting their efficiency and readiness for winter heating and sales pitch style.
A Ku Klux Klan radio program will air from Station KFKB in Milford Kansas on Saturday February 28 1925 at 10 PM The lineup features Klansmen and Women of the Klan in music and readings with Chas Ef McBrayer Grand Dragon of Kansas giving an address The Imperial Representative Alg Biggerstaff signs off inviting listener opinions from Wichita Kansas and surrounding areas.
The Independent School District of Bedford holds its regular election on the second Monday in March the 9th to elect a director to replace J M Little and fill a vacancy from R R Brounink's move. Candidates require petitions signed by at least 12 qualified voters filed seven days before election. The vote could influence plans for a new school building and boost voter interest.
Charley Nelson cites Dr. Anderson trading his horse The Worth for a two year old colt. Mac Spurgeon allegedly swapped the colt to Lon Dougherty for four Rhode Island roosters. Al Bristow ships the racing marvel to Sedalia Missouri for a trial run on a half mile track with possible final disposition as a truck mule.
Rufus G. Lee resigns as president of Continental Gas & Electric. Richard Schaddeleo succeeds him. Continental, with holdings in Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, and Ohio, has merged with United Light & Power of Chicago. Lincoln will host the new headquarters, boosting local employment and enlarging the Continental system.
Obituary notes birth in Waterford Wisconsin in 1848, marriage in 1876 to James Chambers of Calhoun County Iowa, lifelong church and community worker. Died February 21, 1925 at age 76. Survived by husband and five children, funeral held in Bedford with Presbyterian rites, interment at Fairview Cemetery. The family thanks friends for support during illness.
The Farmers Union Elevator Company in Hopkins has named William Wells as manager, succeeding George Reeve who recently resigned. Wells has long experience in grain buying in Hopkins and is regarded as thoroughly competent. Reeve will dedicate spring and summer to farming east of town.
Mrs Lovell offers a final two days of millinery and art goods in a fire sale at the Fair Store on the second floor. Bargains include 10 and 18 inch dailies at 10 cents, silver stamped pieces at 50 cents, and T Buettner Co aprons of Everfast at 1.00 each.
Bedford High School lost Friday afternoon in Council Bluffs in a unanimous decision by the judges. Radford's trio, Keneth Ghilcote Marjorie Smith and Opie Waterman, showed well against the city debaters, though Bedford's season included both ordinary and strong opponents. Council Bluffs, hosting the match, had a large class and a skilled debating program, with one standout member lacking a set speech but rebutting Bedford's points effectively. Bedford remained cordial in defeat and pleased with their season despite the loss.
Mors, Hamblin and I travel to Des Moines for the annual Iowa Press Association convention. We left yesterday, missing a day and a half of duties. Vacations are rare for us, but we hope to return with ideas to improve this paper.
Deloris Wright of south of Bedford fractured the bone in her right elbow after a fall at home several days ago. She is recovering nicely.
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