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Newspaper

Creston Daily Advertiser

Location

Creston, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1926

Page

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Senate Votes Funds for Arms Meet and Treaties

The Senate approved a 15000 to defray expenses for American participation in the preliminary arms conference at Geneva. The Foreign Relations Committee also reported the Lausanne treaty to reestablish relations with Turkey and extradition with Mexico and Czechoslovakia. A Navy plan for 14 million over five years for lighter-than-air development was outlined, including dirigibles and bases, with maintenance costs. The tax bill showed rate reductions for normal income and increased thresholds for earned income credits, while other items were held for later. A Corn sugar preservative bill faced delay as Senators debated further action. The Judiciary Committee prepared to report an omnibus bill on several additions.

Asso Washington San Congres Geneva Senate Borah Foreign Relations Committee Turkey Mexico Czechoslovakia Senate Foreign Relations Committee Navy William A. Moffett Naval Air Chief House Naval Committee Pacific Coast Lakehurst Air Station Bureau Mines Moffett

Editor Criticizes Judge Ordered Before Court

Lew York Tai Maroia Satley Pollard editor of the New York Evening World was ordered to appear before the Supreme Court to testify why he should not be punished for criminal contempt for writing editorials praising the Supreme Court. The proceedings relate to editorials published in September and October. The judge actions aimed at redressing alleged editorial salvos and reductions by county court judges, citing specific cases of editor redaction by Justice Levy.

Lew “York Tai Maroia Satley Pollard Eilior New York Evening World Supreme ‘Court Tiny Santee Levy Hargen Supreme’court Bell Sal Justice Levy

Elftman Heads Youths Order in Creston Lodge

John Elftman was installed master councilor of Creston chapter Inter of DeMalay at a Thursday night meeting in the Masonic temple. Other officers were named for six month terms with a full slate listed by investiture officer Bernie Lewis and marshal Lester Page.

John Elftman Creston Inter DeMalay Masonic Temple Scribe Eatman Bernie Lewis Lester Page Maurice Kenworthy Guy Nevis Max Kepner Clarence Strey Walter Gerdes Leonard Brotherton Harry Dawson Harold Strey Harvey Horne Sentinel Glen Else Dale Hamilton Charles Campbell Raymond York Charles Ihu Andrew Harsh Carl Young Ernest Neville George Reddick Keith Hamilton Darrell Conklin James Owens Charles Hood Charles Shull

Beggar Hires Lawyer to Defend Right to Beg

A 70 year old mendicant arrested a second time defends his constitutional right to beg. He claims to have saved $7,000 hoarded and plans to use it for his old age. He refused to pay a $50 fine, was sent to a work farm, and retains legal counsel to oppose authorities he calls city sharks.

New Rules on Banks Mistake Says Hammill Des Moines

Des Moines reports Gov Hammill criticizes federal farm loan board actions as a mistake that limits farmer relief. The governor claims the orders interfere with lending to farmers amid dire need and notes plans for a $10 million loan program were abandoned. Omaha bank says $10,000,000 in cash remains for Nebraska Iowa South Dakota and Wyoming farmers, with $1,250,000 weekly applications handled.

Des Moines Dan Federal Farm Loan Board Doh Hammill le A Andrew Federal van Board Mortmagen Bank Bona Omaha Neb Federal Land Bank’ of Nebraska Iowa South Dakota Wyoming John Carmody Washington Poarmody

Resignation of Col. Mitchell Accepted by War Dept

Washington January 29 The resignation of Col. William Mitchell from the army has been accepted to take effect February 1 The air service officer will step out ending a five year suspension from a court martial after criticisms of government aviation policies Secretary Davis announced the decision to the public and notified the adjutant general.

Ynemene Washington William Mitchell Army Air Service Davis Oie War Department Secretary of War Willian Mitchell Adjutant General of the Army

Mississippi Valley Ball Officials Hold Annual Meet

Representatives of the Mississippi Valley Baseball league meet in Cedar Rapids for their annual conference. Officials will be elected and a playing schedule adopted, with Bellew Hill expected to be reelected president. The session may discuss the baseball used for the season.

Associated Press Cedar Rapids Missisippi Valley Baseball League Seasion Bellew Hill

Fire at Crawford barber shop sparks minor damage

A fire at the Crawford barber shop on West Union Street was discovered around 40:50 this forenoon and extinguished before great damage. The loss was estimated at five dollars. Herman Miller, 61, of Crestor and Mary Dagit, 56, of Bliston received a marriage license here Thursday from the district court clerk.

Crawford West Union Street Herman Miller Crestor Mary Dagit Bliston

Agricultural Marketing Committee Expands Midwest Plan

The Midwest conference group enlarges with William Hirth of Columbia Missouri and Frank W Murphy of Wheaton Minnesota joining. George N Peek announces officers and administrative status as plans for Chicago headquarters and a Washington bureau unfold. Secretary Frank Warner and Peek pursue financing while endorsing the Dickinson farm surplus bill and a study of production and distribution costs.

Deg Moines William Hirth Columbia Frank W. Murphy Wheaton, Minn American Council of Agriculture George N. Peek Moline Chicago Washington Frank Warner Des Moines Peek

Police Arrest Alleged Check-Kiting Operator

Police in Chicago arrest records identify J. K. Pronk as the head of a fictitious finance concern linked to a major check kiting scheme. Authorities say the operation shifted funds between banks in Southern California and Los Angeles, allegedly defrauding lenders of about two hundred thousand dollars. Four associates were seized on the arrest, with Pronk reportedly fleeing.

Lon "Angelen BSS K. Frank Chicago California J. K. Pronk Pi Bureau of Bustaican Standard Western Auto Company Pronk Frank i Feta

Statements Show Banks In Healthy Condition

The consolidated statement of state banks shows assets of 696 047 166 81 and liabilities of like amount at Dec 30. L A Andrew, state banking superintendent, says there was only a very slight change since Sept 8 and the banks reflect a healthy and sound condition.

Associated Des Moines L. A. Andrew Andrew

More Dairy Farming Advised By Carter

Judge H H Carter in district court this forenoon described his receivership decision in a farm mortgage foreclosure suit. He noted that if the sassoe av Town had practiced dairy farming more extensively in recent years he would be in better circumstances, adding that dairy farming requires hard work and success in any line depends on effort.

Sassoe H. H. Carter

Wallace Urges Church to Act in Farm Fight

Des Moines jan 29 agricultural editor Ho A W Wallace editor of Wallace's Farmer spoke to a Methodist regional council urging churches to weigh in on fair income distribution as farmers face high living costs. He warned future wage earners may turn to strikes or violence if the church stays silent and questioned church responsibility for economic justice. He also reflected on Christ's message and how it would be delivered today.

Des Moines Ho A. W. Face Methodist Church Rere Walaces Wallace Wallace Sn Christ Earth

Three Story Building Burns In Ottumwa

In Ottumwa a three story brick and stone Nash-Finch company building and adjacent wing houses burned Thursday night, causing about 65 000 dollars in damage covered by insurance. Firemen blamed defective wiring or an unknown fire source, and the blaze, discovered around 6 pm, raged for three hours aided by severe cold and water freezing. Smoke and water damaged neighboring Harper McIntire and Haw Hartware firms on either side. The Nash-Finch operation replaced the long time EH Emery fruit house.

Dee Nash-Finch EH. Emery Company

Ad Correction in Hudson Autos Ad Appears in Advertiser

A Thursday ADVERTISER correction notes a phone number error in Boyce Auto Co. at Seeberger's garage advertisement. The ad should read Boyce Auto Co. at Seeberger's garage with telephone 101.

Pay Hudson Super-Aix Automobiles Boyce Auto Co Seeberger’s

Italian Grocers Killed In Chicago Slaying

Antonio Morrell, wealthy wholesale grocer, and his brother Agoutino Morrell were shot while riding in their car Wednesday night and died early today. A coroner's jury failed to determine the motive. Police consider two theories, including defiance of two convicted gang members or ignoring threats from the Blackhand gang.

Chicago Antonio Morrel Agoutino Rows Tata Ing & Pocie Saa Blackhand

Extradition Waived in $100,000 South Dakota Bank Swindle

Frank R Heddow alias John R Mooney known as bellboy point was arrested in Los Angeles after a long postal inspector chase. He faces extradition to Sioux City Ia on charges tied to fraudulent certificates of deposit issued through the mails and tied to the Security Bank of Tyndall S D. Seven state charges including forgery and embezzlement are listed. The Security Bank failed in 1925 and authorities allege broader fraud with George K E Preffle.

Los Angeles Jan Frank R Heddow John R. Mooney South Dakota Sioux City Itive W. J Sola Long Beach Beddow Frankie Beddow Calif Tyndall 8. D Bedtow Bon Homme County Pfeiti A.B. Beck Lake Andes Pfeitle Iunk

Greb Fights Second Battle Within Week

World middleweight champion Harry Greb meets Buck Hollly in Oakland in a 10 round bout his second fight within a week. A special permit allows the bout as Greb defeated Ted Moore at Vernon three days earlier and will face Jimmy Delaney at St. Paul Oakland next Wednesday. Greb’s title remains not at stake as both fighters are above the middleweight limit.

Jollywoon Ry Greb Buck Holly Oakland Calif Etal Athletic Commission Greb Ted Moore England Vernon Jimmy Delaney St. Paul Oakland

Prince of Wales Recovers After Left Collarbone Fracture

The Prince of Wales, who fractured his left collarbone in a fall while riding to the hounds, passed a good night and made satisfactory progress. His secretary Captain Lascadles says after a few days rest he hopes to be out and about again. The paper notes possible steps to restrict hunting but credits the prince’s fitness and perseverance for a quick recovery.

London Gan Prince Wales Lascadles

Indictments Dismissed Against Afton Bankers

Four indictments tied to the Slave Savings Bank failure at Afton were dismissed in district court to clear the docket. C A Pierson, president, faced fraudulent banking charges. W B Pierson, cashier, faced false reports. younger Pierson faced embezzlement and false report counts. Gripp of Afton had trial set for Feb 3. jury dates adjusted. Four divorces granted by Judge Carter to Gibson, Moore, Petrie, and Hines. Schrader divorce proceeding noted.

Bane of Afton C. A. Pierson W. B. Pierson Pierson Indictm Chary Jacob B. Gripp Afton H. H. Carter Mary E. Gibson Alonzo Gibson Lydia Moore Allie D. Moore Mabel Petrie Arthur A. Petrie Edith L. Hines Floyd Hines Anita P. Schrader Gull M. Schrader Thig. Orning

Creston Catholics Dominate Afton 44 to 8 in Knockout Victory

Creston Catholics overwhelmed Afton 44 to 8 as Olson led with 18 points. The Creston lineup featured H Coon, Father Tennenwen, Olson, Gros, and Moran, while Afton started Donahua Murphy D Donahua Bossingham and Plowsman. Creston girls also defeated Creston Catholic girls 28 to 0.

Creston Catholics Afton Catholis Knights’ of Columbus Creston Five Olson Creston Sporten H. Coon Tennenwen O'son Gros J. Moran Afton Donahua Murphy D. Donahua Renter Bossingham Plowsman Quante Creaton Girls Creston Catholic Girls

Wife accuses husband of divorce over control and claims

Mrs Mayme M Tsbe wife of a wealthy Chicago broker charges in her divorce filing that her husband called her a poor sport for not drinking smoking and warned her to act as the perfect wife They say they married in 1910 and have two children The case moves through the family court seeking separation and support.

Associated Powe Chicago Jane Mayme M. Tsbe

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Mins Bingham Connecticut Cummins Copeland New York Smoot Utah Tribunes News Senate Judiciary Committee Flftman Kenworthy and Neville Onal Theodore Moosevelt Wallace McCamant Senate Judicary Committee Johnson House Immigration Committee W. J. Breakenridge Emmetsburg Magnus Johnson Senate Elections Subcommittee Minnesota T Hat Harry J B Anderson Tennessee Senate Agriculture Committee Farm Loan Board Col Mitchell Mississippi Valley Hirth and Carter Rue God Brotherhood of Man Kingdom of Heaven Ottumwa Dakota Witharal Sheridan Counscil Knights of Columbus of Corning Shenandoah Ralph H. Kastner Cornell Bluffs Cornell Bluff Chariton Atlantic Immaculate Conception Church Towana Woodmen Hall Knights of Columbus
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