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Newspaper

Creston Daily Advertiser

Location

Creston, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1926

Page

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Government Asks Help To Seek Lost Balloons In Race

Chicago reports officials appeal to the government for aid in locating a missing balloon from the national race. The Detroiter is unaccounted for after launch from Grant Park, while other entries Hu tall Goodyear IV and Capt. Honeywell’s craft landed. A University of Iowa student sighted a slow-moving light possibly the missing balloon near Iowa City.

Chicago Detroiter National Aeronautic Association Tennessee Alabama Hutall Portland Ark Svend A. Rasmussen Detroit Goodyear IV Akron C. K. Wallum Huron Tenn Detroit Flying Club Grant Park H. E. Honeywell St. Louis Thompsonville Iowa City University of Iowa

Georgia Banks Close Doors In Wave Of Failures

Sixty four Georgia banks shut their doors today amid a wave that followed 49 others this week after bankruptcy actions against Bankers Trust. The state banking department announced the closings as federal officials assessed the southern banking crisis and rejected extra reserves to Atlanta. Authorities linked the turmoil to real estate ventures in counties and a chain banking system outside the reserve arrangement.

Georgia Atlanta Bankers’ Trust Company State Banking Department Washington Florida J. W. McIntosh South McIntosh Flrida P. O Federal Reserve Board Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank

Governor Ferguson Unhurt In Temple Train Wreck

Governor Miriam A. Ferguson of Texas was aboard a Santa Fe train wreck six miles from Temple. Engineer William Flue of Cleburne was killed and a fireman injured. Ferguson escaped when the collision occurred and later returned to Temple.

Ma” Ferguson Temple Tex Miriam A. Ferguson Texas William Flue Cleburne Ferguson

Disorder Charge Against Cedar Rapids Teacher Appeals Hearing

Testimony in the Marion school board discharge appeal of W H Chock focuses on alleged poor discipline in L J Buchanan high school English teacher Ruth Rick testifies to observed disorder in Buchanan’s room. Previous testimony from a Marion hearing is not repeated. transcript accepted by County Superintendent Lu lu Secrist.

Cedar Rapids Lulu Marion Miss Sesist

Arrests Ordered After Primary in Pittsburgh Ward

Warrants were issued for ten Pittsburgh election officers including four women accused of conspiring to obstruct a fair Republican primary for the state legislature in the twenty second ward. The move follows Apt primary results contested by Frank J. Zak who challenged Daniel A. Malle and prompted court action over an empty ballot box and a recount that flipped a district. An additional fraud charge concerns destruction of ballots in the district where ballots disappeared.

Pittsburgh Frank J. Zak Daniel A. Malle Zak Malie

Open Chiropractic College in Indianapolis Davenorista

Announcement for opening a chiropractic college in Indianapolis. Incorporation for $60,000 under state law. September opening at 327 People's Bank building. Officers include Dr H B Vedder, Dr Jones N Firth, Dr Burien, Dr G S, and Dr A Hinrichs from Palmer school connections. Faculty to be formed with early staff and standards.

Chiropractic College Indianapolis Davenorista Itieu Bruen Cotenr Chiroprac Tose People's Bank Palmer Chool of T Burien Deartment Sodefits Ales

Autoist Not Guilty of Criminal Responsibility

The coroners jury returned a two to one verdict finding railroad engineer Darling not guilty of criminal responsibility for the death of 10 year old Hilda Collinson. The jury held Darling used poor judgment while the other driver did not take proper precautions in the Sunday collision near here.

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Wiley Reed Injured Harvest Accident Near City

Wiley Reed sustained injuries while stacking hay at the south edge of the city. He was transported to the Greater Community hospital where doctors were attending and could not yet confirm the severity of his condition.

Wiley Reed Reed

Towan Elected President of Rainbow Division

Towan elected president of the Rainbow Division of the American Expeditionary Forces. The next convention will be held at Des Moines. Howard G. Smith of Towato Hoy was mentioned as part of the group.

Towan Rainbow Division New York Howard G. Smith Towatohoy Americ Des Molpes

Two candidates named for federation women club president

Des Moines July 15 1930 two women were nominated for the presidency of the Federation of Business and Professional Women Lena Madsen Phillips an attorney of New York and Mary Stewart of Washington DC were named by the nominating committee with a floor nomination possible for a third candidate Bertha Maxwell of Pittsburgh was also discussed Phillips led the committee slate while Stewart was favored on the floor and other officers were named for various posts across the federation with deliberations continuing on the convention agenda.

Dee Moines Misa Mary Stewart Federal Department of Labor Washington Lena Madeen Phillips New York Federation of Business and Profesional Women's Clube Mie Stewart Miss Phillip Marion Rowles Joliet Ladora Town Federation Hanah J. Ute New Hampshire Florence Stone Louisiana Mess Iage Des Moines Federation of Business and Professional Women Anne P Kenny Chicago Merchants’ Trust Company Jane Cousins Michigan Central Railroad Lena Madsen Phillips New York Today National Federaion

Creston hearing postponed to July 23 in mayor court

Attorneys for a Creston woman requested a continuance in an intoxication case, and the petition was granted. The hearing is set for July 23. A marriage license was issued to Benjamin C. Ragan and Dora V. Hircock, both of Winterset. The Presbyterian church interior is being redecorated and cleaned and will not be finished until next week.

Creston Mayor's Court Way Benjami C. Ragan Dora V. Hircock Winterset Presbyterian Church

New York Subway Strikers Grow Numbers as Walkouts Continue

July 15 New York the subway strike gains momentum with 105 men from the 74th Street power house joining the walkout. The Interborough Rapid Transit company vows legal action seeking damages of 239000, targeting strikers and union members who defied a no-strike pledge.

New York J Subway Interborough Rapid Transit Company 74Th Street Stribery Tde Manhattan Interborough Tines Brooklyn Brona Astoria Queen Subway Interborough Rapid Trans Danbury James J. Quackenbush Mr. Quackenbush RS Iee Danbury Hatters

President Coolidge Praised as Fisherman at Lake Paul Smith

President Coolidge enjoys fishing at Lake Paul Smith with guides Oscar Jots and Ormond Doty piloting two boats while Mrs Coolidge watches from shore. The White House party hosted guests Homer Snyder and wife for lunch, with Joseph Tumulty also visiting Lake Placid summer retreat.

Coolidge Paul Smith N. Y Jon Osgood Oscar Jots Ormond Doty Wildernes Lake Tuck Mr. Coolidge Mre. Coolidge White House Coolkdze White Pine Camp Homer P. Shyder Little Fade Snyder Joseph Tumulty Lake Placid

Apprehend Boys in Park Legion Canteen Raid

Police arrested three youths and implicated eleven more in a McKinley Park incident at the American Legion canteen. Missing pop, candy, and cigars surfaced after two months as groups of boys aged 2 to 14 were linked to the thefts. A hearing for the three will occur in juvenile court later, while the eleven others agreed to repay the stolen goods. Local members pledged nightly canteen guarding if needed to deter future raids. Names are withheld pending further actions.

American Legion McKinley Park Legion Post

Sunset Supper at the Crestmoor Golf Club

The Crestmoor Golf Club hosts the second Sunset Supper of the year, to be followed by a dance at the club house. Chairmen Mr and Mrs Adam Begg and Mr and Mrs O W Stream lead arrangements. the first supper was June 10 at the Masonic temple banquet room due to rain.

Crestmoo Golf Club Masonic Temple Adam Begg O. W. Stream

C. T. and Chamber of Commerce Plan Picnic

A combined picnic for United Commercial Travelers and Creston Chamber of Commerce members and friends is planned for tomorrow at McKinley Park. The U C T sponsors invite Chamber members to meet, with hospitality including ice cream coffee and cake served by the council members in an evening at seventy o clock.

United Commercial Creston Chamber of Commerce McKinley Park Chamber of Commerce Chamber U. ©. T Council

Mrs. Ed Graham Dies at Home of Daughter

Mrs Ed Graham dies Wednesday afternoon at 9 o clock at the home of her daughter Mrs Coward Ross of Molla TL She was a former Creston resident who had lived there for many years prior to moving to Oklahoma City She leaves two daughters Mrs Sappho Ross of Moline OL and Mrs Kitty Ryan of Oklahoma City OK and three step children Mrs Leo LaBron Sister Mary Uontse of OKC and Will Graham of Kansas City MO plus one grandchild Miss Elenore Graham

Charles Ridpath North Elm Street Ed Graham Coward Ross Molla Graham Creston Ross Anthony Ryan Oklahoma City Okla Sappho Ross Mo Fine, OL Kitty Ryan Oma City Leo LaBron Mary Uontse Will Graham Kansas City Elenore Graham

Liberty conditions sparks Brennan campaign in Danville

In Danville WL on July 15 UP reports Democratic candidate for U S senior George E Brennan urged voters to restore founding ideals by repealing or amending the Volstead Act and other sumptuary laws that he says infringe on liberties. He warned that the founders would face fines and jail if living under present conditions and urged minor voters to support his reestablishment of republican liberty.

Danville George E. Brennan United States Geret Founders of the Republic

Paving Resurfacing of Statewide Interest

Waterloo objector appeals resurfacing plan citing statewide interest. Budget director BL Hogue reserved decision after a Wednesday hearing and will revisit next week to investigate affected highways. He notes legislation obliges state to build and maintain main streets and urges better coverage for heavy traffic conditions.

Waterloo Sury Toy Hogue

Creston City Band Delivers Evening Concert on School Lawn

The Creston municipal band gave a 7 30 pm concert on the lawn of the old high school on Elm street with about a fair crowd. The band, funded under a new state law, has about twenty players and runs a junior section. They perform weekly at McKinley or Rainbow parks and rotate locations by city council. The program mixed popular and classical pieces including Hostrauer’s March and Crown Prince Overture. The next concert is at 4 pm Sunday, with a second evening concert scheduled for Wednesday July 21 on the same lawn.

Creston Elm Street McKinley Rainbow Park Hostraueer Paris Chambers Sierra Morena George B. Barnard al Hayes W. L. Skagus Henry Fillmore K. L. King Will

Crime Commission Seeks Major Trial Reform

New York July 15 The national crime commission subcommittee on criminal procedure and judicial administration urges drastic changes to the outdated system. It calls for a rebalanced presumption of innocence and allows ten jurors to convict in felonies while preserving unanimity for murder cases and misdemeanors. The report, led by Herbert Hadley, says 80 percent of major offenders evade justice and 75 percent escape minimum sentences. It also questions broad testifying waivers and proposes shortening indictments to speed proceedings.

Crime Commission New York Tional Crime Commission Criminal Procedure Herbert Hadley All of Missouri Washington University St Louis American Bar Association Hadley

Complete list of awards for Union County fair announced

Officials of the Union county fate announce the complete premium list for exhibits. The fair blends livestock crops and farm implements with entertainment. Premiums are smaller this year to avoid a financial burden next year. An entertainment feature is a horse shoe pitching contest scheduled for August 24 and 25 with singles and doubles events beginning at 1 PM each day.

Union County Union County Agricultural Society

Rules and Regulations Fragment Detailing Filing Dates

Fragment from a rule sheet notes entries must be filed with the secretary by a date, printing errors appear, and extensions may be granted at the department superintendent’s discretion. The document continues on page.

Department

Rev Igentritz Dies in Des Moines

Reporter notes Rev. E. E. Igentritz long active in Iowa Methodism died in Des Moines at 5 30 pm after illness. Former Creston pastor served Boone Charlton Stuart Creston Dexter and other towns and was last pastor of the Methodist church at Monroe. He leaves wife five daughters and three sons. Funeral set for 2 pm tomorrow in Monroe.

Creston EE. Ugentrita Des Moines Igentrit Methodist Tgenfritz Methodist Church Boone Charlton Stuart Dexter Methodist Acte Monron Monroe

Mrs James McDonald Dies in Wyoming

Mrs James McDonald died in Torrington Wyoming after a long illness. Her death was reported in this city by Miss Lingle Owen. She leaves her husband James McDonald six children including Mrs Kate Nolan of Chicago and Mrs Bessie Reed of Thermopolis Wyoming. Surviving siblings and extended family not listed. Funeral arrangements held Wednesday July 15.

Misa Lingle Owen James McDorsid Torringeton Wyo Bureal McDonald Jame McDonald Kate Nolan Chicago Bessie Reed Thermopsis Harry Rington Denver

French Franc Hits New Low After 40.58 to Dollar Decline

The French franc reached a new low, officially quoted at 40.58 to the dollar as the currency continues its slide today.

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Federation Mary Stewart Crestmoor Golf Club C. T. and City Band FAIR Fair Board Rev EE. Igentritz James McDonald Wyoming
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