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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1925
Page
6
There will be a special meeting of stockholders at the banking house in Creston Iowa at two o clock p m Saturday February 7 1925 to consider the sale of the assets and business of the First National Bank to the proposed Creston First National Bank of Creston Iowa and to address other business as may come before the meeting.
To all our dear friends and neighbors for sympathy and kindness at the time of the death of Mrs Celia Madden.
R. C. Fletcher of Des Moines was named a director. The National Drainage Congress picked C. H. Young of Muscatine as a director and E. V. Willard of St. Paul as president. Vice presidents chosen included Roy M. Toyl of Omaha.
The estate of Congressman Julius Kahn who died December 18 last was left to his widow Florence P Kahn. The will filed in probate named Mrs Kahn executrix and expressed confidence she would care for their two sons. The value of the estate was not disclosed.
Crossword puzzles in Spanish were used to boost romance language study in Prof. George S. Dale's classroom at Washington University St Louis. The innovation, prompted by popularity of the pastime, presents puzzles in Spanish with familiar words and definitions for students.
Washington Iowa January 8 Mrs Cy rus Dickinson 35 died of critical injuries after a coasting accident near Rubo fifteen miles southwest of town. Her sled struck a ditch flinging her to the ground. She leaves a husband and three children.
Hartford Connecticut January 8 1893 Governor Hiram Bingham resigns less than a day after his inauguration and takes the oath as United States senator.
From Bayreuth Bavaria on January 8 the health of Frau Wagner widow of Richard Wagner the composer remains a concern to relatives and friends as reports describe her condition.
Des Moines Iowa January 8 The Brookhart Steck contest in Washington prompts Senator Brookhart to obtain in district court an injunction mirroring an earlier restraining order against County Auditor C W Rhoades. The amendment to the action bars opening the Polk county machines except by authorities handling the contest.
Des Moines reports a move to urge the Iowa Farm Bureau federation convention to adopt a resolution demanding immediate passage of the McNary-Haugen bill or a similar measure. County bureaus have largely endorsed such legislation.
Members of the mid-winter district court grand jury spent a half day examining charges of first degree murder against Blanch Galvin of Atlantic. The mother, held for the death of her baby found in the street, remains in jail and the jury plans to finish deliberations today or Friday.
The gun used to kill Armstrong J. Schrader was found this afternoon within yards of the place his body was found New Year’s Day. Mrs. Schrader located the weapon and alerted police.
Advice suggests cooking a larger batch of white or cream sauce than needed and refrigerating the surplus for future meals. This tip emphasizes efficiency and food safety by reducing waste and ensuring ready sauce for subsequent dishes.
The National Council of Farmers Cooperative Marketing Associations adopted resolutions opposing any special government subsidies or favoritism. They urged lawful supervision and support for research and education in agricultural economies and cooperative marketing. They also urged a FTC investigation into alleged tobacco company boycotts and denounced Henry Ford's attack on the cooperative movement.
Governor-elect John Hammill and Lt. governor-elect Clem Kimball arrive as Iowa lawmakers gather for the opening of the general assembly. The speakership race centers on W Edson of Storm Lake and EF Harrison of Oakland with campaigns at Hotel Savery and caucus momentum shaping the nomination. Edson backs 27 veteran members while Harrison predicts a ten vote win.
Des Moines announces tentative inaugural ceremonies for John Hammill of Brit to be sworn in next Thursday at 2 p m in the Iowa House chamber. An orchestra will play while assembly resumes in joint session and a six member escort is named. The procession will head from the governor’s offices to the chamber led by the governor’s staff and half the escort, with Kendall Hammill Eliot Hammill and Chief Justice Faville in attendance.
Carters Waterloo Jan 8 officers of the Blackhawk National Bank closed today temporarily for the benefit of creditors. The comptroller of the currency placed the bank as of Dec 31 assets 2,000,387.71 deposits 1,357,000. R O Hutchison is president. The suspension followed a small run and the near certainty of deposit withdrawals, with inability to convert securities quickly without sacrificing resources and harming creditors.
Walty Sheahern an 18 year old farm hand in Webster City Iowa shot himself after fearing the consequences of selling a mortgaged cow. He first attempted hanging with a leather strap, then used a shotgun to shoot himself, removing one shoe to reach the trigger with a toe. His parents are said to live somewhere in Illinois.
The Carnation club enjoyed a Wednesday afternoon gathering at Mrs T E York’s home, featuring a reading by Mrs A L Huntington, an instrumental solo by Mrs J W Goodsell, and a piano duet by Mrs Glenn McClelland and Mrs Hilliary. Guests included Mrs Anna Culver of Des Moines, Mrs Staples, and Mrs Jackson. The next meeting is planned with Dr Lillie Wagoner on Jan 21.
Mrs Chas Gilman will entertain the Spizzerinktum club women Friday January 16 at her home. It is planned as an afternoon meeting.
Miss Lulu Thomas hosted a six o'clock dinner Tuesday for her nephew Thomas Hawkins to celebrate his fifteenth birthday. Guests included Rev and Mrs J H Woodsum, Miss Rose Burdette, Miss Viola Carlson, Leonora Carlson, and Elmer Barber.
Miss Margaret McCoy received a prenuptial party in honor ahead of her marriage to Leonard McCann. Guests included Misses Lorretta Cusack Pauline Weller and Mable Ward with Miss Anna Cusack winning high score and Mrs Catherine Chandler low. Event planned January 17 at the Cusack home on Sycamore Street. Refreshments closed the evening after cards.
Mrs. J. J. Hess hosted the Thursday Club as members gathered for a 1 pm luncheon and bridge session at the Iowana hotel this afternoon.
Laurel Kensington plans a Friday afternoon gathering at 501 South Maple Street hosted by Mrs Henry Kientop. Residents are invited to attend and discuss upcoming club activities.
Mrs Chas Hickok of 708 West Montgomery street will entertain the Past Matrons Club of O E 8 with a 1 o'clock luncheon at her residence on Saturday.
The Franklin School eighth grade contributed a valued oil copy of Rembrandt's The Night Watch valued at 135 dollars. The painting will be studied and enjoyed before students move to high school. The program included assembly inspection, a presentation speech by Geneva Detty, acceptance by Helen Larimer, a Rembrandt biography by Pauline Stoener, the story of The Night Watch by Ernest Miller, and an original eighth grade class song.
Des Moines reports the Iowa Implement Dealers Association backs a two cent gasoline tax as a plank of the incoming legislature. Delegates approve the Iowa Good Roads Association program and back legislation to stabilize agriculture and level the playing field for farmers. O A Bosserman of Northwood becomes president, succeeding C H Chase of Sioux City who moves to director from the fourth district.
A special meeting of the shareholders of Creston National Bank of Creston Iowa will be held at the bank office on Saturday February 7 1925 at 10 00 a m for the transaction of such business as may come before them January 8 1925 H F Harsh cashier.
La Forgue Bros advertise three large rooms for rent at 127 N Pine. Options include furnished or unfurnished accommodations.
Jake Pinkus arrived home from Davenport where he had visited since the first of the month. Elmo Roper returned from a business trip to Chicago. Arla Leno, 12, underwent an appendicitis operation at Greater Community hospital and is in favorable condition.
Advertorial note extols Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use hair darkener. It claims the product darkens gray strands, restores color, adds luster, and appears natural. Application involves brushing through small hair strands for morning results.
Advert says external pile cures fail and blood stagnation causes piles. It credits Dr J S Leonhardt with developing an internal treatment named Hemroid after testing on 1000 cases. Sold by druggists with guarantee and available at Newcomb & Matthews with refunds for dissatisfaction.
Burton Davis is due back today after a Chicago trip. Osceola hosts Hickok for a visit, and Greenfield’s James E. Wallace spent Wednesday with friends here. Prescott’s A Woods returned home after a short stay. Cromwell’s L E Kelly traveled to Creston for business. Roy M Sells of Omaha returned after a brief visit. Mrs Doris Corbin of Afton spent the day with Mrs E C Lainson at the Sidney hotel. Charles Dean and wife of Des Moines are back home after a short visit. Rose King away from Strauss Dry Goods due to illness. Mrs DeWitt Sowers came home from Bloomfield and Burlington after two weeks with relatives.
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