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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1925
Page
3
Creston Advertiser-Garrette Co. publishers Creston Iowa and W A Roseberry. Public notice states post office in Creston Iowa under act of March 1897 and March 1964. Member of Associated Press with rights reserved for republication of all news dispatches.
The Rockefeller Foundation will launch a new public health program in the Philippine Islands in 1925 with provincial sanitary demonstrations and an in-house sanitary service. It will train Filipino assistants to continue the work and continues anti malaria and hookworm campaigns in cooperation with the Philippine health service.
British military barracks across the Free State are being repurposed to ease housing shortages. In Dublin and provincial towns, barracks are converted into working class dwellings. Tipperary barracks have been handed over for town housing use. The project reflects government efforts to address housing needs amid unsettled conditions.
London plans a 2000 seat Capitol cinema in Haymarket with two ballrooms a large restaurant and a 50 member orchestra. The theater on the first floor above street level is valued at 1 5 million and leased for 60 years at 100000 annually.
In Coburg Germany Grand Duke Cyril and exiled royals vie over the claim to a non existent Russian throne. The scene mixes mysticism dynastic rights and modern exile as Marie Feodorovna and others debate divine rule while Coburg's medieval atmosphere underlines the rivalry.
Berlin reports robust Latin American presence among visiting artists. Rosita Renard, the Chilean pianist famed as a child prodigy, has performed in Berlin and plans further recitals before likely traveling to the United States.
The article notes Claudio Arrat, the Chilean pianist, will continue with concerts in South America after a North America run and then join his mother in Berlin. Arrat first gained fame in Germany as a celebrated boy pianist before the war.
Paris reports 589254 spectators for last summer's Olympic Games with 150681 deadheads. Government critics the stadium funding and notes invitational guests dominated attendance across events.
Central standard time courtesy of Radio Dees announces a forthcoming program. An elated press note outlines schedule details and highlights a cheerful tone for listeners.
A compact schedule of radio programs from multiple stations in Chicago and other U S cities. Entries include concert orchestras orchestral programs organ music youth features and religious discussions with times and station identifiers.
A dense schedule of radio stations and programs lists times and offerings. Entries include KGW Pot ji and Onian with 49 percent, KPO Say Practice at 6:30, WGY Schenectady, KeUA Sestle tea program at 5, WBZ Springfield history and hockey, KSD St. Louis Dispatch and symphony, WR Washington dance and organ, KFLZ Atlantic dance program, KFNF Shenandoah concert and Hawaiian music at 6:30.
This article outlines the rules for deducting salaries and wages on tax returns. It cautions that payments must reflect reasonable compensation for personal services rendered and not disguise dividends or capital purchases. It notes disallowed deductions for non arm’s length arrangements and salaries to non emancipated minors.
Honolulu news reports Dr. N P Larsen of Queen's Hospital presenting that young cocoanut pulp contains milk constituents, possibly replacing mothers milk in tropics. He noted Hawaiians once weaned on pulp and discussed dehydrating pulp with buffalo milk as a potential supplement for infant feeding. Further trials were urged by Pan Pacific Science Council.
The Cuban National Assembly recommended 58 resolutions during its Xth annual session in Havana on January 23. The measures aim to improve working conditions for women and children, regulate cane field and mill labor, require four weeks of maternity work, curb narcotics import, restrict firearm carrying, standardize drugs, and safeguard meat and milk supplies.
The American Electric Railway Association reports that electric railways carried up to 16 billion passengers in 1924, with 312 miles of new track the most since 1918. Rail and bus coordination expanded service across the United States, and 1925 looks strong despite a wartime mood.
A 70 year stored collection of etchings including 300 Rembrandts sold at auction in London. The top price was 18 000 dollars for Arnoldus Tholinx with three other works titled Christ healing the sick, Christ before Pilate and The Three Crosses each fetching 5 775 dollars. Dutch buyers competed with British collectors for the pieces once thought forgotten. The collection was originated by Ridward Rudge of Abbey Manor Tyesham, whose outlay was about 2 000 dollars.
The article notes many applicants seek 1000 annual vacancies on the metropolitan police force, with candidates including solicitors and stock brokers among the pool. It references humorous songs about a policeman’s lot and reflects on changes since the Gilbert and Sullivan era.
An advertisement touts Joint Base as a powerful topical remedy for inflamed joints and sore ligaments. It claims rapid skin penetration, instant absorption, and clean application, with quick relief even after other treatments fail. The ad notes druggists carry the product and emphasizes its use for joint ailments.
Clerks medical students editors engineers teachers and soldiers begin nine weeks of instruction with three pounds weekly, plus extra shillings for efficiency. Successful candidates gain early pay during training.
Bradford, England January 23. The head master of a grammar school says broadcasting tempts many schoolboys from lessons. He issued a circular to parents urging strict regulation of wireless use to protect study and work.
The Franco-American commission supervising a one million dollar Rockefeller donation has ordered immediate roof, floor, and drainage repairs at the Versailles palace. Work at Rheims and Fontainebleau will wait until spring. Architects warn that delay could ruin priceless tapestries due to leaks.
London January 22 One of Britain's foremost dairy firms maintains a long service corps of 385 members including 361 men and 24 women who have served the company 40 years or more A recent dinner honored many members and a silver dish was presented to a veteran worker among directors and milk roundsmen alike.
A fan helps dry clothes indoors by directing air currents on rainy days. It speeds evaporation, reduces dampness, and keeps laundry from mildewing while outdoor lines are unusable.
An old advertisement touts Bowles Red Pepper Rub as the fastest remedy for chest colds, congestion and muscle soreness. It claims immediate tingling heat and relief within minutes when applied to the congested area.
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