Creston Daily Advertiser community note
The Creston Daily Advertiser is a weekday evening paper published by The Creston Advertiser-Gasette Co. Carl Davenport and W. A. Roseberry serve as publishers. It is a county and city paper, entered as second class matter March 1904, with Associated Press rights and local news republication restrictions.
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Creston Advertiser-Gasette Co
Carl Davenport
W. A. Roseberry
Appictal City and County Paper
Creston
Associated Press
The Strange Canvasser Threat To Households
A feature warns against door to door canvassers with deceptive aims distinguishing legitimate regular callers from aggressive crews on a strong arm campaign. It notes risks to housewives and the need for caution and vigilance against threats or coercive tactics.
Beware of aggressive canvassers in St. Joseph neighborhoods
The St. Joseph Gazette warns residents about persistent high‑pressure home canvassers selling rugs and similar items. A Columbus physician was assaulted after refusing a rug sale, illustrating the danger of giving access to homes for promotional gimmicks.
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Columbus
Ohio
E. F. Pinert
St. Joseph’s
St. Joseph
Polar Exploration and Amundsen's Arctic Return
The editorial applauds Arctic exploration and Captain Roald Amundsen's return, praising the courage of explorers and noting the broader benefits to America. It compares early northern ventures with modern polar quests and emphasizes scientific discovery guiding progress.
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Arctic
Roald Amundsen
Pole
America
North America
Centerville Lowegian
Police Airplanes Considered for Des Moines Police
The Des Moines City council weighs buying an airplane to pursue criminals. Officials doubt feasibility but foresee potential use alongside motorcycles and cars as bank robberies and holdups rise. A key issue is identifying the correct car among many on highways from larger cities.
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Des Moines
Centerville
Lowegian
Fire From Locomotives Warns of Dry Summer Dangers
As dry conditions spread across many regions this summer, authorities warn that locomotive and rail yard sparks could ignite fires. Fire officials urge buffers, cleared rights of way, and prompt maintenance to prevent blazes that threaten towns and crops.
Railroad Locomotives and Forest Fire Prevention urged
A Pennsylvania study finds railroads already limit locomotive fire risks and calls for continued, stronger action. Tourists report smoke from fires obscuring mountains as fires spread, threatening regional prosperity and tourism. Officials urge equal railroad diligence to protect forests and local economy.
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Pennsylvania
Centerville
Prison Life in Russia Claims Humane Reforms
Moscow reports prisoners from murderers to youth in Russia now share large well lit rooms with iron cots and a single blanket. Criticism centers on food, outdoor exercise, and scant work. idleness is punishment and morale suffers, especially in juvenile facilities.
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Presa
Moscow
Russia
Federal ruling aids livestock TB eradication effort
A USDA notice to tuberculosis eradication inspectors requires thorough clean-up and disinfection of premises with reactors before indemnity payments, certifying compliance with quarantine rules. The ruling aims to curb spread, promote better barn construction and sanitation, and offers bulletins on disinfection and barn design.
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Bureau of Animal Industry
United States Department of Agriculture
Bureau
English Women Delegates Tout Greater English Accomplishment
Lady Nott Bower and other English delegates to the National Council of Women say Americans work slower but English do more. Returning delegates praised American reception and hospitality in Washington and Canada. Mrs Ogilvie Gordon noted rapid progress in the U.S. women's movement and hopeful immigration improvements from conference efforts.
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Associated Press
Plymouth
Nott Bower
National Council of Women
Washington
Council
America
Canada
Ogilvie Gordon
Bankruptcy empties Budapest stages for 300 actors
Three hundred actors and about as many other staff in four of Budapest's largest theaters were laid off when the Union Circuit, which controlled the venues, declared bankruptcy. The circuit reported a deficit of 60 000 dollars. Management offered free use of the four theaters to the performers on a cooperative basis to continue the season if they wished.
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Budapest
Union Circuit
Local Social Roundup Details Lincoln Visitors and Kent Residents
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Herble of Lincoln township spent Saturday evening here visiting with friends. Mr. and Mrs. C R Madden and Mrs. Lester Peak and daughter Mary Ellen of Kent spent Saturday here shopping and visiting among friends.
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Arthur Herble
Lincoln Township
C. R. Madden
Lester Peak
Mary Ellen
Kent
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