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Newspaper

Creston Daily Advertiser

Location

Creston, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1925

Page

7

Danish minister Nina Bang shakes up state theater reforms

Nina Bang the first woman in a Danish cabinet gains notice for bold reforms and independence. She dismisses six theater managers to curb autocratic influence and reconfigures the national stage while facing praise and derision from Danes.

Associated Press Copenagen Denmark Nina Bang Etatsraadet Mme. Bang Slic Madam Bang Christia Christian Longfellow Education

Joint Ease a Quick Penetrator for Joint Ailments

An ad touts Joint Ease as a fast acting topical remedy for swollen painful joints whether from rheumatism or other causes. It claims deep skin penetration within seconds and rapid relief, with use several times per evening for quick results. Newcomb & Matthews sells tubes for about 60 cents.

Newcomb & Matthews

Will Attempt To Revive Farmer Labor Movement

A North Dakota Mass meeting opened with G F Soltis signaling a national push to revive the farmer labor cause in the northwest. Delegates including William Bouck Seattle and Montana leader Pat Wallace report support from eastern industrial workers and 500000 coal miners. Soltis aims to rekindle Non Partisan league goals while opponents warn Lemke seeks a Senate bid through the movement.

Biemarck N. D Weg G. F. Soltis League Soltis Minnesota Farmer Labor William Bouck Seattle Western Progressive Farmers' Association J. W. A. Dereon Farmer-Labor Montana Pat Wallace Montana Farber-Labor Wssociation Charles Taylor Joné Non-Partiaas League Republican Party Thiogo Independent Voters’ Association William Lemke Non-Partizan League Non-Partizan Limke United States Senate

Obscure Grave of Man Who Fired First Yorktown Shot

In Caswell county North Carolina a forgotten grave marks Starling Gunn who fired the first cannon at the Battle of Yorktown. The overgrown cemetery near Yanceyville contains the barely legible headstone noting Gunn witnessed Cornwallis surrender. The grave’s historic value was once noted when DAR requested Yorktown earth for a tree at Arlington.

Associated Press Yanceyville N. C Caswell County Yorktown Starling Gunn Lord Cornwallis Daughters of the American Revolution Arlington Gonn

Navajos Cross Breed Sheep to Get Colors

Shiprock New Mexico December 18 Navajo breeders cross Karakul sheep from Asia with native Navajo stock to renew the Karakul breed. The cross yields wool ranging from tan to reddish brown aiding rug weaving. Weavers at trading posts use off color wool for blanket production. Artificial dyeing has fallen short of natural wool prices for Navajo textiles.

Shiprock N. M Asia Thale

Iowa Tigers Edge Butler 26 24 In Rough Iowa City Tilt

The University of Iowa basketball team defeated Butler College 26 to 24 in a hard fought game at Iowa City. The clash featured 30 fouls, 17 on Iowa and 13 on Butler, with Iowa sealing the win in the final minute on Harrigon free throws.

Towa City University of Iowa Butler College Iowa Butler Harrigon

Ocean Depths Revealed By Professor Nutting Lecture

University of Iowa scientist Professor Charles Nutting described extreme ocean depths with high pressure, near freezing temperatures, total darkness, and vast silence. He noted large pressure increases with depth and the presence of life in deep sea sediments despite harsh conditions, including many microbe shells and abundant benthic creatures yet to be studied.

Associated Press Iowa City Charies C, Nutting University of Iowa WSUT Nutting Havana Sven

Iowa State College Praised for Friendliness and Citizenship

Ames special report notes Iowa State College tops lists for friendly campus and democracy driven spirit. E H Lockwood of New York lauds ISU student body and faculty at world fellowship dinner attended by 200 plus guests from 20 countries. President R A Peaygon and Aris Gazarian spoke. Miss Ethel Greenway chaired.

Ames Advertiser Universities and Colleges of America Iowa State College Iowa State Y. M E. H. Lockwood New York World Fellowship R.A. Peaygon Aris Gazarian Lockwood Ethel Greenway Mr. Lockwood

Smith Returns to Clearfield After Short Visit Home

S D Smith has returned to his home in Clearfield after a brief visit here.

S.D. Smith Clearfield

County Board Proceedings Union County Iowa December 7 1925

The Union County Board of Supervisors met in regular session with all members present. Minutes from October and November sessions were approved. Widow’s pensions were granted to four applicants. Resignation of an assessor was approved and a replacement appointed. The board approved bonds, arranged for a committee to mount cash, and ordered routine work. Numerous county fund claims were allowed and a request for highway aid was adopted.

Creston Iowa Board of Supervisors of Union County Elliott Stream Godden Henderson Hull Institute Fund Co. Supt Florence Hawkins Gee. Hower Florence Harmon M. Lowry C. H. Estel Grant Two Chas. Lutman Carl C. Ruther Pridge Fund Godden Poard Gant Two G. H. McCoratch Businss A. Elliott Fulton Stream Afton Star-Enterprise Baker, H. W. Co Owadeask Ve Collings, N. F Ella M Dixon Laura A. B. Co Denton C. L Dodge C. A Figgins Geo. C Fullerton & Gray L. F Ananassae Ginn & Co Hammond & Stephens Co Halden Pty. Co Hunt, Elmer L Iowa Southern Utilities, Light & Mdse Jolly, Sam, Dray McGregor Bros. & Coens Shades Dundies Teeet Guy A Perry Parrott, Matt & Sons Co Spencer Beulah V Stearns Bessie M Sullivan Ruth Fulton Tyler, Lyle Treichler W. A Afton Board Tracy F. B Afton Thomson, R. Co Co Mosse Taxpayers Man Taylor J. E Ward John F Noy Webb C. G West W. H Winston Zimmerman State of Mary Girard

Worth County soils studied by experts

A U S Department survey reports on Worth County Iowa soils to guide crop matching. The 36 page study with a color map covers soil types, topography drainage markets climate and agriculture, including corn hay oats and livestock production. It notes improved poultry markets and generally modern farm buildings and crop rotation.

Worth County Iowa United States Department of Agricultural Experiment Station Department Con Lers

To Reach Russia Letters Addressed USSR

An Associate from Moscow notes letters to Russia should use USSR stands for Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. The Soviet government warns communications addressed with Russia may be returned. Mrs. W B Keith of Orient attended Creston today. Mr and Mrs H H Roe of 310 North Walnut plan a stay in Oklahoma City with their son Earl Roe.

Moscow Russia Soviet Federation Union of Socialistic W. B. Keith Orient Creston H.H. Roe North Walnut Street Oklahoma City Earl Roe

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