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Newspaper
Creston Daily Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1923
Page
1
Senator A B Cummins told the Ames Chamber of Commerce railroads need 700 million more to secure satisfactory progress. He warned government ownership would risk higher rates and poorer service but said he would not block the plan if needed, arguing a fair long term return on investment.
Berlin reports the French seized the Aniline and Soda Works at Ludhaven today. Employees did not report to work and French troops occupied the buildings.
A West Virginia federal court ruled that verbal testimony by prohibition agents from a raid with a defective search warrant cannot be used as evidence. Judge Baker held that a search warrant sworn on information and belief was invalid, affecting the raid's legality.
In Chicago the forecast for the next twenty four hours shows unsettled conditions tonight then fair weather with probable frost. Wednesday will be fair with rising temperatures.
Last 24 hours ending 7 a.m. report includes temperature, precipitation, wind, and visibility readings from local stations. Data show varied conditions across regions with notable rainfall totals, gusty winds, and clear spells, reflecting a changing pattern across the area.
News from Hot Springs Arkansas reports a cloud burst triggering floods and fires that left three to four deaths expected, massive property damage, and widespread devastation. Electric and gas services were knocked out as water filled facilities and the city faced morgue shortages. Some reports of no fatalities contrasted with ruin across three city sections.
American troops were deployed early Sunday to protect railroad property as reports said Chinese troops and bandits fought fifty miles west of Tien Sin on the Mukden line. Washington demanded that Beijing guard the principal railways against bandits through the diplomatic corps at Peiping.
New York reports that Willa Cather formerly of Red Cloud Nebraska won the 1923 Pulitzer Prize for the novel of the year with One of Ours. The prize carries a $1000 award and honors literature showcasing wholesome American life and high American manners.
Shanghai May 15. Foreign diplomats must guarantee the Chinese bandits that the government will honor all terms of the agreement. otherwise all foreign captives will be killed. Father Ers of Lincheng delivered the message after visiting the bandits camp and returning with a letter from the bandit chief.
The fourth body of the four victims who jumped from the trestle near Campbell Island was recovered this morning in Moline Illinois. The body was identified as Elsie Dolezal of Davenport. The three bodies recovered last night were Ethel Ambers Ray Lundy and Albert Detaey all from Moline.
Ralph Pagida was found dead in his car near Waterloo Indiana after the vehicle went out of control. Death was caused by gas fumes from a broken service pipe, a result of the car's agitation earlier.
Cedar Rapids Iowa May 15 Gus Overmuller 32 a farmer near Norway was killed yesterday when his car was struck by an eastbound Northwestern passenger train at Watkins There were no other occupants in the car Overmuller is survived by several brothers and sisters who live in Marongo
Chicago dispatch reports at the Illinois hair dressers association estate convention that women will keep short hair. The Dutch and Russian bobs yield to a shingled cut with hair short at the back and left long at the sides to conceal the ears, reflecting evolving fashion preferences.
Los Angeles May 15 Carmel Myers motion picture actress filed in superior court another divorce suit from Isador P Kornblum New York attorney. She charges desertion and abandonment. married New York July 16 1919 separated May 9 1922. A prior suit by Miss Myers was dismissed.
Washington report says a meeting of Secretary Davis and immigration officials examined tightening the Mexican border amid reports of easy Cuban access for European immigrants. Davis cites over 40,000 Mexicans entering in nine months, many evading an $8 head tax. Canadians numbered 62,000, with tax collected.
Vladivostok reports a large anti British demonstration accusing British Imperialists of assassinating Vorovsky, the Soviet delegate at the Near East peace talks. Demonstrators call for the death of the British Imperialists while local English residents faced no harassment.
Chicago May 15 Ed Strange Lewis the world heavyweight champion will meet Renato Gardini of Italy in the main bout at the Coliseum tonight. The bout will start at 10 oclock with undercard action beginning at 8:30.
Dallas May 15. B Stokes and his wife Callie Stokes under indictment for conspiracy to violate the national prohibition law. They face a May 18 trial in federal court after appearing today and posting 500 dollar bonds each, a first such case on record locally.
The Interstate Commerce Commission appealed from a supreme court decision today over a reduction in mileage books for fifty railroads.
County records show 3289 motor cars registered with 17268 residents, about one car per 4.25 people. Projections suggest a one per five ratio as registrations rise, with Iowa and California trends noted and state revenue from motor car taxes approaching 7.92 million for 1922.
Nearly two thousand delegates attend the thirty first annual convention in Fort Madison Iowa. J L Lewis president salutes Governor Kendall and state clergy for their coal and rail strike stand. American Legion Commander Robbins to address the gathering.
Des Moines May 15 The department of agriculture report on crops and livestock places winter wheat condition at 85 per cent on May 1. It forecasts 15 179 000 bushels of production. Winter wheat area totals 773 000 acres up 70 000 from last year. Dry spring has not caused serious effects. Winter kill is 3 per cent in 1921. Bureau expects 754 000 acres to be harvested in the state.
Hammond, Ind May 15 The legs of an athlete valued at 75000 dollars by Attorney W W McCallum in a suit against the New York Central railroad on behalf of Frank A Persong former Hammond high school football star and semiprofessional pitcher. Persong says a post set too close to tracks brushed him from an engine on April 1 causing both legs to be amputated.
Two radio stations echo similar Russian names, creating confusion as listeners hear near identical titles that hint at national programming while masking distinct call signs and locations.
New York May 15. Lulis Firpo and Jess Willard signed articles for promoter Tex Rickard to arrange a fight near New York City no later than July 7. Willard, planning a comeback, aims to regain the Havana crown and challenge Jack Johnson.
Fire of unknown origin damaged the Princess Theatre in Des Moines this morning causing extensive damage estimated between 560000 and 75000 dollars. The blaze reportedly started in a dressing room and spread to the basement where most losses occurred. The theatre had just closed for the summer.
A Montana Dakotas storm bringing freezing winds is expected to reach west and north Iowa tonight. Heavy frosts and freezing weather are forecast, but warmer conditions are predicted for Wednesday said Charles Reed of the local weather department.
Union county clerk records show only four marriage licenses issued in May signaling a unusual lull blamed on cold weather. Clerk Figgins says if May ends with few licenses, he will hold a special sale of licenses to spur demand.
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