05 Aug 1921
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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1921
Page
1
The Advertiser Gazette announces subscription options for the daily newspaper. Rates listed include per year by mail, by carrier weekly and monthly, with discounts for advance payment and a note of independent telephones and publishing staff.
The text argues that daily work builds real strength, comparing stenographers energy use to lifting loads and urging gradual, steady effort. It cites a measured daily energy expenditure, the danger of peak loads, and the tale of Milo carrying a growing bull to illustrate power built by consistent, incremental progress toward a goal.
Congress approves the Sweet bill creating new machinery coordinating existing relief measures and appropriating funds for disabled veterans. The package is estimated to cost about half a billion dollars annually.
The proposal would provide a huge sum equal to about half the prewar government budget. It claims to cover all obligations to disabled veterans, but the ultimate effect depends on honest and intelligent spending.
In a statement the responsibility for caring for disabled veterans moves from Congress to the executive branch. The author warns against further passing the buck between branches and argues for direct action to ensure veterans receive promised support.
The piece highlights broad backing from the American Legion for the Sweet bill and urges efficient administration to maximize direct benefits to veterans while minimizing costs. It stresses vigilance against waste and calls for responsible governance backed by public sentiment.
President Gompers of the American Federation of Labor proposed to President Harding that the government start public works only after assessing current labor market conditions. He warned that initiating public construction during private industry shortages could prevent avoidable disruption and losses.
The readable portion hints at a discussion of expanding employment suggestions to include state and municipal work, but no specific events, dates, or named entities are provided. The fragment suggests policy consideration without concrete actions or outcomes.
Heavy rain postponed the Fourth Quarterly Conference to Wednesday August 18 at 8 30 pm. Centenary subscriptions are due by September 1 payable to George Bowman or the Centenary Treasurer. An Annual Conference meets in Red Oak on September 14. Kent and Cromwell services scheduled for Sunday August 7 include Sunday School at 10 am and Public Preaching at 8 pm.
The First Baptist Church invites all to attend a Sunday program led by Rev. J. H. Woodsum. The sermon asks Is the Proper Meeting Worth While and includes communion, new member reception, Sunday School, B Y P U, and a union service at the high school grounds.
Sunday school at 9:40, orchestra 9:45, morning worship 11:00 with Address The Desire of Nations. Epworth League 6:00, open air service 6:45. Fourth Quarterly Meeting Aug 17. Annual Conference at Red Oak Sept 4. Lay Electoral Conference at Red Oak Sept 16. W. H. M. S. market Saturday at J W Bakeish store. Queen Esthers at Mrs Sam Cook 505 N Pine Monday evening.
Next Sunday at Salem Lutheran Sunday School starts at 9 30 a m English service at 10 15 a m Swedish service at 11 15 a m and another English service at 8 00 p m Rev Wilbur N Palmaquist the new pastor will oversee the services and a large attendance is desired Mrs Palmquist will sing a vocal solo at both morning and evening services
Bible School at 9:45 am with a sermon and communion at 11:00 led by Rev. F. H. Gerrett. Christian Endeavor meets at 6:15 pm for young adults, inviting community members to attend and consider future ministerial services.
The Old Time Revival at a large tabernacle on the Old White City Grounds, corner Walnut and Montgomery, draws solid interest with three cars of attendees from Grind River last Sunday night. Meetings are held nightly and all church members are urged to attend. everyone is welcome.
Mrs. Annie Bauer of Omaha Nebraska credits Tanlac with curing long lasting stomach trouble and nervous indigestion. She reports appetite return strength gain and better sleep after three bottles and says her husband also benefits. Tanlac sold by Newcomb Matthews in Creston and other druggists.
The State Printing Board will receive sealed proposals until 10 a.m. on Friday August 19 for printing and binding work and supplies under Chapter 286 Acts of the Thirty-Ninth General Assembly. Items include the Year Book of the Department of Agriculture, advance sheets, annual weather report, blanks and miscellaneous printing for the State Highway Commission, steel die work for state officers, assessors books for crop statistics, annuals of Iowa, miscellaneous paper stock, and related services. Proposals and full information may be obtained from Robert Patterson, Superintendent of Printing, State House, Des Moines.
A testimonial recounts a skeptic persuaded by a friend to try Mayr’s Wonderful Remedy for stomach trouble. The speaker claims all symptoms disappeared after use and notes the product removes catarrhal mucus and reduces inflammation causing stomach liver and intestinal ailments. Newcomb & Matthews and drugstore listed.
S H Manatrey, a renowned cattle raiser, shares insights on feeding markets. He warns against herd behavior, advising buyers to stock when others refrain and sell when others buy. He believes this season can be profitable with careful judgement in purchases and sales.
Notice is given that a document claimed to be the last will of William Sexsmith was presented opened and read. The court fixes Tuesday August 30 1921 at 1 30 P M for hearing proof in relation thereto. Official seal and signatures appear.
Thirteen year old Muriel Scott serves as bugler for a Brooklyn caravan of 28 families heading to 40 acre Idaho settlements near Buhl. Led by William A. Scott, the group travels in auto trailers to form a social farming colony for a healthier life away from the city.
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