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Creston Daily Advertiser

Location

Creston, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1925

Page

4

Calf feeding in Adair County raises fine line of Shorthorns

Adair County report notes boys feeding calves with four boys raising Shorthorns and others with Herefords and Anguses. Names Ben Funke Antone Lambi Donald Funke Arthur Martin and Paul Weichmann appear. Vaccination school planned for Bridgewater and a livestock education drive grows after recent cholera and pneumonia losses.

Adair Steve Lambi Ben Funke Antone Lambi Donald Funke Arthur Martin Clay Evans Bridgewater X Craft

Aviator General Mitchell Defends Army Critique

J J Montague writes in the New York Herald Tribune that as an aviator General Mitchell can claim his knocks on the army are the higher criticism.

Mitchell J. J. Montague New York Herald Tribune

Iowa in 1925 February Highlights Big Events

In February 1925 Iowa hosted Helen Keller on a three day visit while state affairs included tax and highway debates. Minnesota tragedy sparked train wreck deaths, college basketball saw Iowa State and Grinnell win, and Drake fell to Kansas. Des Moines hosted religious meetings and Rickenbacker spoke. Cedar Rapids endured a $250,000 fire.

Helen Keller Fred R. White Highway Commission International Association of House Painters Des Moines Iowa Minnesota Albert Lea, Minn Hubert Utterback Red Cross Bank J Senate United States Canada Mexico Lowa Lowa Farm Bureau Jardine Iowa State College Oklahoma Sherwood Eddy Grinnell Iowa State Seasion Kansas Drake Des Moines University Coe James A. Drain the Legion Cedar Rapids James Barton American Legion George B. Duncan Eddie Rickenbacker Iowa University John D. Aue Burlington Iowa Daily Press Association Ames Mason City Globe Gazette Sigma Delta Chi

Daughter's Death Gives Embezzler Brief Stay

E J Thompson, assistant cashier of the Citizens' State Bank in Clarion, was granted a stay in Eagle Grove after the death of his 7 year old daughter Azeril from pneumonia. Thompson, a confessed embezzler to about 250000 dollars, had been sentenced to 20 years in state prison and was to depart for Fort Madison. A Ward District Judge Sherwood A Clock ordered the delay to allow the funeral.

Associated Press Fagle Grove Azeril E. J. Thompson Citizens’ State Bank Clarion Thompson Fort Madison Sherwood A. Clock Eagle Grove

New Spirit of Enterprise Developed by Irish Girls

Dublin reports a rising spirit of self reliance among Irish girls once known mainly for charm. Influenced by recent Irish life upheavals and the fight for a Free State, many pursue drama and comedy success, while Dublin University opens to women widening access to scholarships and professions. Some migrate abroad to broaden their knowledge.

Dublin Free State Dublin University

Mussel and Mushroom Sandwiches Star at Season Dances

Ved chopped mussel and mushroom sandwiches appear at most of the season's dances, highlighting a trend in school events. The portable fare accompanies music and social gatherings, offering a savory option for attendees and reflecting campus dining shifts this term.

Mussels Take London Luncheon Spotlight in Society

London society embraces mussels as fine luncheon fare with delicate sauces. The trend, said to originate in Mayfair via Lady Eleanor Smith, marks a shift from plain shellfish to fashionable, innovative preparations. The Duchess of York recently showcased the dish, signaling its high society appeal.

Associated Press London Kingdom Mayfair Eleanor Smith Lord Birkenhead Mr. Smith Duchess of York

Bar Women’s Bare Knees on Stage

Birmingham remains the only English city enforcing a sage reform act on stage women. Sunderland’s municipal censor committee has withdrawn a two year restriction allowing women artists in theaters without stockings or tights. The Birmingham rule dates back sixteen years and continues to bar bare knees on stage.

Associated Press Birmingham England Sunderland

Silt Costs Farmers in Imperial Valley

In Yuma Arizona on December 31 farmers in the Imperial Valley pay nearly a million dollars yearly to dredge silt from irrigation systems. Engineers estimate the Colorado River carries about 196.7 million tons of silt past Yuma annually and about 185000 cubic yards enter the Imperial Valley district each month.

Associated Press Yuma Ariz Imperial Valley California Colorado River Imperial Valley District

Bow legs as courage in fashion skirt remark

A New York American line jokes that bow-legs signal courage when paired with an up-to-date skirt. The quip attributes boldness to both the wearer and fashion.

New York American

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