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Newspaper
Hayward Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1925
Page
1
E S Warren of Hayward praises a poem about boosting the town. The verses urge residents to support their community, spread truth, and avoid knocking others by choosing constructive praise and a positive stance. The unknown author promotes civic pride and neighborly encouragement.
Epworth League members, after attending the Asilomar Institute August 2 to 10, present a program Sunday evening led by Mrs Ray King. Items include choruses, quartets, solos, Bible study, violin piece, and reflections on life work by delegates.
Thieves forced open two postal boxes at the Hayward post office between Friday night and Saturday morning, with attempts on Bank of Haywards and Bank of Italy boxes nearby. Locks were damaged. postmaster Harry Bradford suspects local youths aimed for petty mail, not entry to the post office.
Contra Costa County and San Francisco Berkeley police seek an accountant who reportedly saw nurse Bessie Ferguson shortly before her presumed murder. Dr J Loran Pease reports the theft of Ferguson’s teeth chart, the sole missing item from his files, complicating the investigation. Rowe is sought for questioning about his acquaintance with Ferguson and possible alibi.
Mrs May Brommage a San Lorenzo librarian receives leave of absence from September 1 to October 2 as the citizenship issue is reviewed. Her husband’s stepfather’s naturalization and her own pending application raise questions on whether she may continue as a county employee while the matter is decided.
The Department of Commerce reported California produced 228,933,000 barrels of crude oil in 1524, leading all states though down over three million barrels from the prior year. U.S. overall production dropped by 18,467,000 barrels.
The Southern Pacific railroad received authorization from the interstate commerce commission to operate a line of timber steamers along the California and Mexican coast. A report on the matter notes the affair is under investigation and aims to clarify the scope of the permit.
Frager of Harvard rents one storeroom in the Heyer theatre building. The space will house a clothing store opening soon after completion. Frager is an experienced clothing man expected to offer haberdashery and gents furnishings.
Washington August 29 a ten weeks supply of hard coal will be in storage at the mines September 1 when the miners strike becomes effective. About 15 million tons of total production up to the strike will be on hand awaiting distribution.
Florence Hart Smithe Roberts wife of actor Theodore Roberts died today at her Hollywood home from heart disease. She was 47 and died suddenly with her husband by her bedside after two years of illness.
Long Beach resident Childs L. Hartwell was named by Governor Richardson to the state board of control to fill the vacancy created by Nellie Pierce. Hartwell will assume duties September 1 as head of the department of claims and disbursements. Pierce resigned March 1, 1924, leaving the board with two members.
A American cowboy was murdered by Mexican bandits near Paloma Chihuahua according to a state department report from the American Consul. The victim’s name has not been determined.
A sharp earthquake shock was felt at Maudion near Three Forks in Montana this morning. No damage was reported and the tremor was confirmed by the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul railway dispatcher at Maudion.
A local contest tale claims Mother Nature won the sunflower championship instead of Adolph Fleddermann. Mrs M Pasquale counters with a backyard giant measuring 66 inches around the head, 20 inches across, and a six foot stalk, saying the flower grew with no care.
An 84 year old Hayward resident died after falling on Berry Avenue Friday night. He slipped and suffered multiple fractures and internal injuries. He was transported to Hayward General Hospital but died around 10 PM. The deceased, a native of the Azores, leaves many friends. Funeral services will be held at the family home Monday at 9 AM and at 9:30 AM at All Saints Church.
St Louis August 29 Babe Ruth has been indefinitely suspended from baseball for conduct unbecoming the game. Manager Huggins announced the suspension and a fine of $5,000. he declined to specify the exact conduct. The issue relates to off field actions rather than Ruths play.
Hayward Boy Scout troop No 5 will plant a tree for each of its 36 members at a B street school grounds site next spring. Scout master Hans Vejby says the trees will be ornamental and shade varieties as scouts study tree culture in the interim. Local officials will select the exact planting spot.
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