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Newspaper
Creston Weekly Advertiser
Location
Creston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1927
Page
3
Official Union County paper announces publication data including entry date March 2 1904 and classification as second class matter. Subscription terms list weekly advance rates for Union and adjoining counties and for outside areas.
A speech recounts Leon Trotzky in Moscow branding the United States as ruled by a concentrated capitalistic dictatorship under an outward democracy. It notes Russia suppresses adversaries and printing, while Americans debate Trotzky’s claim and possible room to improve the system.
The piece argues Labor Day is a significant American holiday, noting that American workers focus on personal advancement like new cars and homes rather than class struggle. It contrasts prosperous U S workers with European views, suggesting labor dignity is less a driver here.
The piece argues American labor, while busy with work and wages, may be fifty years ahead of Europe, forming a new order driven by mass production, advertising, machines, and cheap power. It sees Labor Day as a symbol of calm, productive progress and hopeful resolution of conflicts without revolution.
An Atlantic City debate questions a male beauty contest as a professor muses on male beauty while observers mock the idea. The piece contrasts the notion with women’s contests and laments the mental shift in the American diet and labor, noting rising ice cream, fruit, and dairy consumption among 1924–1926.
Creston educates 1800 students in public schools and a junior college. Taxpayers face 124441.13 for city school funds plus 1338.07 to the county fund. The piece urges making schooling more results oriented while preserving its positive, carefree days.
The article praises Charles Levine for courage in flying solo from Paris to Corydon England across the English Channel and circling until another plane guided his landing. It notes he may be a publicity seeker and lacks tact in dealings with aviators but emphasizes his bravery.
Washington officials and the Royal Canadian Customs Commission note that Canadian liquor imports are not the main issue. American liquor into Canada and poisonous industrial alcohol in the United States create a paradox in the dry country. Canadian authorities view poison liquor deaths as bad business.
An Ohio ticket agent leaves his job after 40 years as railroad pension rules require retirement at age 70. Edward F. Hatch, a Wall Street broker, sells his Stock Exchange seat for 194000 dollars to retire, then buys it back three months later for 218000 dollars, saying it’s hard to leave the harness after many years.
A reflective remark notes that interest and enthusiasm in one’s life work, regardless of the field, sustains youth and vigor in men as they pursue their passions. The quote underscores the value of purposeful engagement over age.
The Creston schools begin a vibrant year with enhanced music programs. Jhelma Lane and Clifford Fiddick return for their third seasons guiding vocal work, while Keith Richter leads band and orchestra. The Municipal band performs at McKinley Park, and the Creston Choral Club starts rehearsals for a season of concerts.
A group of 21 in five cars led by O W Griffith spent Tuesday in Clarinda and Shenandoah with a picnic in Shenandoah floral hall. The party included Mr and Mrs Griffith, Wilmeths, Bowerbanks, Ewings, Melvin Showers, H N Taylor, Hoskins and others. return trip 6 am to 7 pm.
Rural residents report road work opening ditches and pole work on telephone lines. Local travelers include John Sficken at Graham Missouri with brother Robert. Cattle shipments to Chicago, a ford injury, and visits among neighbors fill the week with dances and family gatherings.
Creston junior college begins its second year with about 60 freshmen and 40 sophomores and a total registration of 102. Many registrations from outside the city are expected as classes start and schedules are rearranged. A reception for students faculty and school board leaders is planned for Thursday evening at the senior high college rooms.
East in favor of the McNary Haugen farm relief bill's goals but doubtful of making it operative, speaker Alhard Youngs from National City Bank of New York tells Rotary Club members in Creston. He notes prospected crop optimism, says fear of over production and price supports could backfire, and warns of the equalization fee’s bureaucratic scope.
A Cres ton graduate is identified as having completed studies at both Cres ton High School and the State University of Iowa, highlighting educational attainment and affiliations.
Fragmentary notes show Mia Moffit of Macksburg shopping, Miss Lethal from Lorine visiting the county school exhibit, and ties to the state fair at Lorimer. The garbled text suggests a small-town reporting of residents and event displays.
Ina Geant Harper and Philip Chack of Ridgefield Park N J win the romance contest prize for the most romantic courtship at an ale event in Hasbrouck Heights New Jersey. The contest drew twenty five couples in a festive wedding themed pageant.
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