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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1922
Page
4
Dr. R. H. Bishop outlines urgent first aid for drowning victims. Steps include clearing the mouth, positioning face down, expelling water, Schafer method breathing, abdominal chest compressions, and timing at about 15 breaths per minute. Heat application and cautious stimulants follow once swallowing is assured.
The plain lightweight leghorn hat with color ban and turned up back and front is added to flapper fashion. It complements bobbed hair and reflects the era's stylish streetwear.
Miss Velma Irene Purdy and Roe Nickols wed in Fontanelle Congregational church at 8 pm Monday. Rev Owen Thomas officiated. Attendant was Ellen Purdy, bride’s sister. Bride described as refined and popular. groom as industrious and well known in Bridgewater. bride’s grandparents listed as Mr. and Mrs. Leech of Cromwell.
Frances Blazek from Route 1 Orient Iowa sent a coupon from The Advertiser requesting a box of free colors. The office notes growing popularity of the color pictures, with boxes distributed daily to young readers and older folks alike.
Beulah and surrounding area residents conducted a busy week with visits to Creston Des Moines and Lorimer. Florence Stoner graduated eighth grade in Creston while Florence and Ruth and Helen Taylor joined events and minstrels. The Huss family faced a death in Illinois prompting travel.
Bethel residents Elmer and Mrs Young dined with the Petznicks while Creston callers called Saturday. Miss Alice Johnson stayed with Archie Donald's family last week. Childrens Day services drew a large crowd with a fine program and decorations. Several local households hosted dinners and visits, a Monday night storm caused minor damage including downed trees, and Arispe schoolhouse was struck by lightning with about a thousand dollars in damage. A Sunday wreck near church injured Mr and Mrs Young and children but no broken bones. Sidney Long visited Arispe Tuesday. Fern Jones helped with canning for Mrs Leonard White. Archie Donald and Alice Johnson visited Afton Saturday evening. Walter Ritter and son Dale shopped in Afton. Frank Wobblaids are digging a new cave.
Denver reports that Richard Fr. James Jr., president and general manager of the Gary Shale Oil and Refining Company of Gary Indiana, attempted death by his own action in a Denver hotel on June 15. He is connected with the oil industry and held a leading executive post.
A man attempted death by his own action at a hotel last night, shooting himself above the heart. A note found on him cited personal reasons for contemplating death by his own action.
The entry explains that agenda is pronounced a jen da with stress on the second syllable. It is the plural form of agen dum meaning a thing to be done. It refers to a program of business to be brought up at a meeting.
The American Federation of Labor convention concentrates on the execu tive council report as the central element of its agenda. The note highlights the council's findings and the anticipated discussion at the gathering.
Embroidered linen is used to craft summery frocks with cool lines and conventional small designs. The fabric’s embroidery typically covers the garment for a decorative look.
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