11 Mar 1926
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Newspaper
Cedar Valley Daily Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1926
Page
1
The Vinton Eagle has ceased publication with doors closed for days and no issue this week. The move, noted by industry observers and Cedar region readers, signals long term newsroom strain rather than a sudden collapse, with implications for local press and community information, whileTimes promises continued coverage.
The Times laments George Jackson's burglary arrest and questions possible mistaken identity. It notes his youth, early theatre work, charm, and suggests "some dammable influence" might have steered him toward crime, while acknowledging a long descent if the charge stands.
The Times offers a substantial reward for workable plans to develop Vinton through new factories or industry. Readers are urged to propose concrete methods to attract an employer employing 100 or more workers, and to describe steps to secure such a site.
Adelphia Smith wed Bert Gray at the Methodist parsonage in Independence. Adelphia, oldest Smith daughter and teacher, to reside in Brandon after Bert completes his schooling near Walker. A Misce Hancots shower honored Mrs. Bert Gray. reactions plus local fare marked the social event.
David Irvine shows slight improvement after intestinal flu. Mr. and Mrs. Findley visited their daughter in Herman Minnesota. Mrs. Mabel Hayward presided at a Pythian Sisters school event with three candidates initiated. Boiler repairs closed the school for two days. Plumbers completed the work Tuesday night. Mrs. Fritz Scharfenberg hosted a bridge party Tuesday evening. Quentin Renshaw of the Iowa School for the Blind visited with relatives. Mrs. Bert Newell of Jesup visited relatives here and returned home. Mrs. Clarence Morrow attended Eastern Star Kensington at Masonic hall. The Morrow family left for Rock Island. Mrs. Clark Kinkead visiting her sister in Vinton. Dr. and Mrs. L. L. Diller returning from Pasadena. Mrs. Byrnes and son Alen visited Waterloo. Frank Morrow recovering from tonsil operation. Mrs. Clarence Nichols of Vinton visiting here. Mrs. B. Frank Thomas hosted a Jiggs and Maggie dinner with Rev. J. G. Graham and others. London chamber of commerce grows from five to fifty women members, led by Viscountess Rhondda.
An old advertisement touts Moone's Emerald Oil as a quick cure for eczema and skin troubles. It claims night and morning application removes itching and disfigurement, with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Also suggests Emerald Oil reduces swollen veins with continued use.
Mrs. Lee Crelly of Lisbon visited at the John Crelly home while Claus Dauker returned from Morida to Luzerne. Ed Cherveny’s home hosted Frank Kouba and family. Mrs. Van Scoyoe remains critically ill at her daughter Maude Thede’s home. Several relatives and friends dropped by, attendances at sales and a surprise birthday for Mrs. Susan Beem marked a busy week. Chas. Jurgemeyer ill with pneumonia. a truck mishap delayed Henry Ramstad’s move. Geord Studt sold corn. and many residents faced travel and illness as winter weather lingered.
Washington writer Charles P. Stewart recounts a missing affections letter from nephew Jack to “Dear Auntie” with a $5 bill hidden inside. The uncle Samuel will receive $35 after processing. The dead letter office struggles with poor handwriting and notes the yearly turnover of 22,900,960 letters and $3,000,000 in money orders.
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