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Newspaper

Creston Daily Advertiser

Location

Creston, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1921

Page

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Dirigible 212 Wreck Costs 2 Million After Hull Explosion

London dispatch reports the U S purchased airship ZR 2% exploded over Hull ending a planned flight from Howden to Lakehurst. It carried a crew of fourteen officers ten riggers sixteen mechanics and two file men with possible two extra chief winchmasters. Debris fell along the Humber. several injured and five dead were reported.

London United States Hull Humber Ifo Washington D.C Navy Department Lakehurst New Jersey Dacona Washington, D.C Navy Ifitaia Upen Eine Washington

Weather Outlook for Chicago Ang 24

Partly cloudy and somewhat unsettled tonight through Thursday. Little temperature change expected.

Chicago Ang

Weather Details From Local Observatory Summary

The report lists daily loconservation readings by Dr Il M Stanley for the past 24 hours ending 7 am with highest and lowest temperatures and rainfall. Notable entries include Aug 18 with 81 high, 0 rainfall. Aug 22 with 0.7463 trace. Aug 24 with 70 high and 05 rainfall. temperature at 1 pm today 80.

Il, M. Stanley

Ship Disaster Report From Hull Pier Fire Claims Survivors

A report to the AVY Department this afternoon notes six survivors from a crew of forty after a ship disaster near Hull. Twelve bodies recovered, one man photographed near the rudder as it swung, a main girder failed, the vessel broke apart and burned near Hull pier with crowds fleeing in fear of the blaze spreading.

AVY Department Hull

Peace Treaty Signed With United States At 1 P M

Vienna reports the peace treaty with the United States was signed at 1 p m today. Negotiations with Austria Germany and Hungary had been in progress for some time, signaling a broader settlement ending wartime hostilities.

Austria Vienna The Associaton Press United States Germany Hungary

Peace Treaty Presented to Senate in Washington

The peace treaty between the United States and Germany was laid before the Senate by President Harding and Secretary Hughes. Republicans and some Democrats questioned terms while Hughes explained the pact. Ratification was hoped for soon, with a thirty day recess approaching.

Washington, D.C Unite States Germany Senate Harding Stance Hughes Lovee Massachusetta Fareen Utn Washington United States Hue Democratic

Wealthy Farmer Denies Claims Over Hatchery Incident

Atlantic Aug 24. Nels B Christensen of Elk Horn asserts a scheme to gain control of his $300,000 Audubon county land led to his commitment to Hill's Retreat at Des Moines after insanity findings by Audubon county board. A writ of habeas corpus seeks Christensen’s release. Judge J Rockefellow will review the insanity findings. Mrs J Mohn of Lisbon died at a government fish hatchery near Manchester after a noon visit with a party of fourteen. heart trouble reportedly caused her death following a meal.

Atlantic Nels B. Christensen Elkhorn Audubon County Christensen Hill Dew Moines Board of Insanity Peter Exbeck Haneas Christensiin J Rockefellow Cassoanty Distrct Christian Renex Rockefellow Audubon County Commissioners of Insanity Ger [Shom Hil Des Motes Manchester J . Mohn Lisbon

Open Parley Demand Sparks Senate Clash At Armament Conference

Washington Aug 24 A heated debate flared over open sessions at the arms conference as Senator Lodge led a Republican opposition to pledge American representatives to insist on open doors for the assembled powers. The administration faced pressure from high officials and a chorus of views emerged in the chamber as talks continued.

Washington Lodge Senatorian

Sir Samuel Hughes Dead in Canada Minister's Death

Sir Samuel Hughes former Canadian minister dies in Canada at his home after a brief illness. The prominent Dominion figure, who held high defence and political roles, passed away early today leaving a void in national leadership.

Grain Trading Bill Goes to President

Washington August 24 The senate and house agreed to the conference report on the Capper Tinder bill to regulate future dealings in grain. The measure now goes to the President for signature or veto.

Washington

World’s Champion Blood Drinker: Shaw’s Transfusion Feats

Philadelphia reports on Thomas Shaw a surgeon famed for blood transfusion feats with 24 pairs of patients receiving his transfusions. He claims long endured operations and blood losses, with several patients surviving against odds. physicians debate the efficacy and risks of his method amid descriptions of his controversial practice.

Shaw Mamoone Cave Shaw

British reply to Irish Parliament delivered to Lloyd George

Fragmentary OCR shows a British reply to the Irish Republican Parliament delivered to Prime Minister Lloyd George in London on a morning in August. The message appears tied to the Dublin courier and the Sinn Fein leaders. Readable nouns include Dublin and Lloyd George.

Sinn Dublin Trish George Fatton

Soldier Dead and Seven Sick from Eating Sausage

An army post reports one soldier dead seven soldiers sick after consuming sausage. Condition of the deceased is noted as severe and several others were hospitalized with food poisoning symptoms. Local authorities investigate possible contamination at the facility.

Antonia Tex

Agreement On Credits Bill Sparks Senate Clash In Washington

Debates over a credits bill heat up in Washington with tensions between the Senate and House. The measure faced procedural blocks and potential delays as lawmakers weigh compromises and holdouts.

Senate Puts OK On Ship Salaries Amid Deficit Talks

Ambiguous notes indicate the Senate approved salaries for shipboard personnel as part of broader fiscal discussions. The text references a $48 5 million figure and defense or naval budget considerations, with unclear context and several garbled phrases.

Senate

Yacht Fire Sparks Six into Lake After Collision

A yacht caught fire prompting six people to jump into the lake as the vessel burned near the pier. Rescue teams responded while bystanders assisted, and authorities investigated the incident and reported no further injuries.

Brotherious Prepare Ballot in North American Conference

Unclear OCR text outlines preparations for ballot in a North American conference. Mentions names and committees, but details are fragmented. Primary action centers on organizing ballot and official preparatory steps for event.

Horseshoe Pitching Event Draws Local Attention

A fragmented report notes a Sunday horseshoe pitching gathering in a suburban town near University Phare. Details are unclear but reference to Kenny and a desecration incident suggests lively community activity and a disputed event linked to November plans.

Kenny University Phare

Today's Markets Cattle and hogs mixed as receipts steady

Cattle receipts hold near 25 low with mixed steer and heifer prices. Hog market shows 13 000 head with mixed advance though cash quotes unclear. Wheat and pork futures cited with minor declines and regional listings for Des Moines and St. Joseph markets.

Hock Ateory Hall Tat Chicago Urain & Provisions Lamon Bron & Co Hubbel Hilde Des Moines St. Joseph Ruth Sy Taro

Local Cash Markets Shake Up Daily Trade

Local market reports show price shifts and irregular activity across poultry and beef hides markets. Traders eye rising prices while buyers seek steady supply amid fluctuating demand in the day’s trading.

Swindle Uncovered Tied to Silent Group and Officials

Federal agents report a broad swindle tied to Charles Wo French and a silent group of academics. Investigators describe tangled cash movements, corrupted investments, and numerous confessions as bonds and assets are seized and more arrests expected.

Charles Wo French Achodlary Wwro Nees Ff Suvantoan

Veiling custom in Asia Minor provokes Turkish view

A Turkish officer explains that veiling customs limit where unveiled women may appear, noting men should not stare. The report describes reactions among Turks and Western visitors, detailing how women adapt styles and garments, from gauze veils to workwear, amid shifting norms and public scrutiny.

Mullde Haoum Asia Minor Teachlme Cora Maine Hamu Ferid Hanum Wat Ant Ellie Winianhilde Newiuna Fonda Orion

Warren Attends Farewell Party

A farewell gathering was held for a former president of the Board of Commissioners, who recently served as ambassador to Japan. The event featured officials and attendees from Hietroit, Sthoh, and other local groups, marking a departure milestone in his career.

Hietroit Acharies

Fragments Describe A Curious Kitchen Scene

A garbled OCR fragment hints at a scene involving a container, water, and cooking, with unclear actions and outcomes. The readable words reference a baste, a cave, and faces, but the meaning remains obscured.

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