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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1925
Page
6
An advertisement promotes a lamp claiming 94 percent air usage and 6 percent kerosene, praised as cleaner and quieter than gas or electricity. Inventor H Z Johnson of Chicago offers a 10 day free trial and potential agency opportunities with earnings of 250 to 500 dollars monthly.
Paris reports indicate the government inflation bill of 7 500 000 000 francs and 20 to 100 percent taxes is headed for passage. The chamber approved it with only debate likely in the senate and expected support from Finance Committee. Next week Briand faces defense of Finance Minister Lovehur’s plan to redeem floating debt while some temporary taxes may become permanent.
Paris reports Briand endured 30 hours of chamber finance debate with no sleep and only a brief nap before the senate. In Morocco, American aviators under Charles Sweeney claim they helped avert a Mohammedan war threatening the Mediterranean region.
Nicholas H. Putnam seeks court approval to change his first name to Israel. He is the son of Maj. Israel Putnam, killed in World War I, and a descendant of the Revolutionary War general.
Local ad urges customers to call for free delivery from 113 E Montgomery Street. Phone line listed as 751 for placing orders.
Newton Iowa shows rapid growth fueled by washer manufacturing. A chamber of commerce report cites 172 homes built by Nov 1 1925 vs 99 in 1924, $695 500 spent on those homes, and a planned six story Maytag hotel. Industrial output rose from 7 million in 1922 to an estimated 33.78 million in 1925 with payrolls rising from 1490 in 1924 to 2473 by Oct 1 1925.
Census figures show Newton's population rising from 3,682 in 1900 to 7,665 today with a projected 8,673 by 1930. The city markets a strong industrial base including Maytag and Other machine firms, advertising, printing, foundry, and gas construction. Local officials credit the diverse industrial lineup for rapid growth. The piece notes ongoing regional discussions on peace plans and political actions in Harrisburg and could reflect broader state affairs.
Philadelphia reports Governor Pinchot renewed efforts to settle the anthracite strike after operators rejected his peace plan. He invited civic and business leaders from the ward to assist in mediation and urge a settlement.
The report notes Winston Churchill deriding publisher prices as books rise from 1.35 to 2 dollars and jokes he will enjoy a pleasant Bermuda sojourn. A Munich diary notes Ludwig II recalling Marie Antoinette’s death anniversary. A Maine march honors Mellie Dunham before Ford, with governor’s parade. In Reading, Rev Dr R J Lau is told of limited life expectancy.
A short advice note urges watchful self disposition and links to health, recommending Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for stomach bloating and related ailments. The ad claims the remedy clears catarrhal mucus in the intestines and reduces inflammation affecting the liver and digestive system. Available at druggists.
The document bears the Court seal and notes the date December 3 1925 as the official signing day. Clerk Geo G Figgins signs the record for the District Court.
A Schuylkill College official summoned 30 students to visit a patient in the hospital. The move reflects campus concern as administrators coordinate support and medical updates for the ill individual.
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