12 Feb 1925
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Newspaper
Cedar Valley Daily Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1925
Page
1
Rates listed for Benton and adjoining counties at 3.00 dollars, Vinton by mail or airier at 4.00 dollars, outside Benton and adjoining counties 4.00 dollars, Canada 6.00 dollars. The notice appears in the Cedar Valley Daly Times authored by HG KRUSD.
The Daily Times asks Benton and Tama County readers to send in news such as weddings births cleanups and local items to boost service and attract more subscribers and advertisers. It pledges to be fair affordable and square while seeking broader community coverage.
A 1910s style editorial argues horses remain essential despite motor cars. It cites rising U S Department of Agriculture data, notes city horses decline while rural use persists, and defends the horse's utility and brains against machines. It warns against horse extinction myths and praises the horse as a farming necessity.
A lesson from Abraham Lincoln: he rose from poverty through self education and hard work, reading by an open fire, dreaming big, then turning dreams into action. His success benefited the world. The piece urges more dreamers who make dreams come true despite criticism and fear of gossip.
An Iowa item reports an extraordinary meteoric stone shower near Marengo and Pella, a new opera house in Keokuk, and a notice commemorating Abraham Lincoln’s birth. The state senate debates on a law reform and public funding context appear, reflecting period concerns and civic events.
One year ago today on February 12 the labour government marked its first appearance in the British House of Commons with Premier MacDonald delivering a policy outline.
A daily birthday notice lists Alice Roosevelt Longworth wife of an Ohio congressman and daughter of Theodore Roosevelt born a year ago today Joseph L Kornreid American editor to Persia born in Austria Hungary nine years ago today John L Lewis president of the United Mine Workers born in Lucus Iowa forty five years ago today Henry R Rathbone congressman at large from Illinois born in Kens worth HL fifty years ago today William Faversham renowned American stage actor born in London fifty seven years ago today Susan
February 12 1925 observances mark Abra Lincolns birthday across states. Georgia commemorates Oxorithorpess landing of 1733. Catholic archdioceses Philadelphia Milwaukee host semi centennial rites. Roosevelt Sr scheduled speaker at Louisville Lincoln Day banquet. Coolidges White House farmer gathering tonight. DeMolay boys from Missouri and others travel to Lincoln tomb Springfield. Hughes and Fess to Lincoln Day event New York. Southern states Republicans form league in Memphis with business leaders.
A large compiled crossword style puzzle with numbered clues across and down covering readings like pierce a weapon blow and a river in Spain. Includes definitions for fruits, vessels, Greek gods, and common words with many abbreviations and place names.
The piece denounces corruption linked to veterans affairs, condemning officials who use the American Legion legacy for personal gain. It condemns delay in building hospitals for returning servicemen and labels the conspirators as Benedict Arnold figures for betraying the war effort.
In Washington February 12 a political analysis argues that Saunders, Indiana, must prove fit as secretary to the president. The piece weighs his store clerk background, schooling, and temperament, noting success hinges on selling a policy line and securing congressional support for a stable White House team. The profile contrasts Saunders with Coolidge and emphasizes leadership, willpower, and alignment with presidential aims.
Fragmentary text mentions diverse topics with garbled names and phrases. It references Berlin doctors, infant industries, fashion notes on skirts, and a London scientist. It also notes a Vinkien government stance on American oil wells and a stray line about social events and coaching at night.
A garbled summary notes Nebraskan lawmakers proposing a bill to annul marriages within three years and references a broader list of international and local political topics. The text also mentions film performances by Thomas Lassen and public reception, with scattered references to Australia, New Zealand, and western Canada, plus uncertain critiques of politicians and media figures.
A garbled local piece describes Walter Stokes using a “Bull fiddle” as a radio aerial between concerts at Staulius and in Schenectady or California broadcasts. It notes machinists at Fen and & S Beuge at Staulius known for radio certs and hints at copper wiring and dangerous stunts, with a tone of local bravado and risk.
The Ladies Aid of the Lutheran Parish met at Mrs. Cl Morgens home. Numerous community groups held meetings and social evenings at various local homes. Birthday celebrations and family updates are noted, with several residents visiting relatives out of town. A pantry sale is planned at the W. B Mitchell store on February 28.
In Leipsic Germany February court testimony alleged Soviet funds helped German communists to arm and organize secret societies. The witness linked Moscow support to covert groups and the murder of a prominent German official amid political turmoil.
Thousands chase a weight cure touted by a company promoting Mar-Vola tablets. The ad claims the pills shrink fat without diet or exercise and offers a boxed supply for one dollar. It lists a General Motors address as contact and implies nationwide delivery.
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