From the Mansor to the Crows film at church corner
Local item notes a motion picture at a church on Thursday and Friday. John Ficken, longtime buyer for Baterson Scores, joins Winitch Bros Furniture and Rug. Mrs. Charles McCreddy visits L. R. Boore in Washington Iowa. Zlagier agents Connecticut Mutual Life advertise insurance and First Mortgage Farm Loans offer 5 to 6 percent interest from Titum Loan & Investment at 213 Iowa Avenue.
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Japanese Welcome Envoy From Mexico During Centennial
In Tokyo a national welcome greeted Francisco De La Barra, Mexican envoy, for his country’s centennial. Thousands gathered in a city park as speeches, fireworks, and lanterns marked the occasion. A sword and gifts were presented, followed by cheers for the emperor. The event also criticized U.S. discrimination against Japan and opposed Japanese involvement in the San Francisco Panama-Pacific exposition.
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Muscatine Sees Wet Christmas Celebrations Quietly Planned
Muscatine marked a wet Christmas with little fuss and two arrests. William Duncan was fined five dollars plus costs for disturbing the peace, while Lloyd Cox faced complaints from neighbors and appeared before Judge John C. Coster.
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Fans dissatisfied as referees decision favors Murray
Fight fans in Lawrence Mass express dissatisfaction with referee Burke's ruling that awarded the win to Eddie Murray of Scotland over Steve Kennedy at Unity Cycle Club. Kennedy won the second, third, fifth, seventh and nearly all rounds, with Murphy only taking the eighth. Murphy weighed about ten pounds more.
HGH Team Sets Sail For Maiden Basketball Tour
Principal L H Frantz announced the squad for the initial trip as the team departs Friday for Washington Iowa and Mount Pleasant to meet Speedy High and the Cornell Fresa. Capt Grigsby Jeffries Lilly Ketchum Zeigler and Hoopes head the seven man contingent with Lee as substitute if needed. The squad trains hard for the State tourney at Iowa City with Davenport viewed as the toughest opponent this year.
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Indiana Seid in Line for Indiana Football Coach Job
A campus report says Indiana University athletic board may hire former Nebraska coach Jimmy Sheldon as successor to Footbal Coach Sheldon. The Bloomington source notes strong consideration of Sthelat as next head coach.
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Sage Tea and Sulphur Hair Darkener Ad
An old advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a solution to gray hair. It claims the mix darkens evenly, restores thickness and shine, and improves dandruff and scalp issues with simple application.
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Indiana job offer eyed by athletic board seeks more pay
Officials discuss hiring a Tight man for nine weeks at $2,200 but propose raising to $2,009 if the candidate is secured. The Indiana project involves yard work and athletic board approval, amid salary negotiations.
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Final Fund Drive For Kewanee Baseball Association
Kewanee Illinois postpones a Tuesday evening meeting as the baseball association finalizes a fundraising push. About 1500 dollars more is needed to reach 4000 dollars, with a whirlwind canvass expected to attract many small contributions. The meeting will also elect directors to oversee franchise matters and protect association interests.
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Driscoll Saved By Calling Of Time In Ten Round Bout
New York reports Brooklyn heavyweight Tack Driscoll was saved from knockout when rounds were limited to ten. He was nearly helpless, barely able to lift his arms as Battling Leninsky pummeled him at Irving Athletic Club. Driscoll’s courage and persistent rush kept the action close despite a one sided affair.
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Hungry Men Riot Leaves One Dead in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles a riot at a gathering of unemployed men turned deadly as police intervened. Dozens were injured and twenty rioters arrested after rocks and clubs were used and officers fired. The Plaza area was cleared as clashes ended with no rioter armed.
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Firework Blast at Torre Sparks Investigation
Fragmentary text reports a firework explosion linked to Torre with unclear details. Officials have not released full information on cause, timing, or injuries. Further verified facts are awaited from local authorities.
Lion and the Mouse at Orpheum Captivates Full House
Harvey Stock company revived Charles Klein drama The Lion and the Mouse to packed audiences both matinee and night shows. Gordon Hamilton impressed as John Barker Ryder while Razel Wylde starred as Shirley Rosemore. The cast delivered realistic performances with strong dramatic force, boosting expectations for the rest of the week.
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One Killed and One Injured by Auto Crash in Rain
New York Det 26 MES reports Mrs Gertrude Len Harvey and her husband Richard Lee Jr were struck by two automobiles while returning from a Christmas dinner. Mrs Harvey died at the hospital after the collision. The limousine driver fled. the taxi driver was arrested and released. Colonel Hervey, visiting from Washington, witnessed the couple’s outing.
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Oldest Twins Celebrate in Babylon New York
Wm and Samuel Muncy, both 95, claim to be the oldest twins in the United States. About fifty relatives gathered to mark their birthday, continuing a long family tradition of split New Year celebrations between their homes. Both men are widowed.
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May Hold Meeting Later in January at First Baptist
Announcement: Reverend Charles Sheldon of Topeka will speak at First Baptist Clarey next Sunday morning on The Value of a Human Being aimed at young men. He was to lecture Sunday afternoon but Pepper memorial services shifted schedule.
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Sunday School Class To Offer Program At Church
Conesville Indiana December 26 1924 The Sunday School class at the Methodist church will present a program next Wednesday eveningAdmission will be charged The program features a cornet duet by Harry Howes and John Davie a plano duet by Gladys Miller and Winifred English violin solo by Mabel Carpenter piano trio by Sylvia Foster Leona Powell and Mabel Carpenter vocal solo by Mildred Carpenter a cornet duet by Harry Howes and John Davie and a skit The cast includes Widow Snigglee Marie Ratcliffe Fae Carney Callie Buser Delila Tucker Mildred Ramer Gertrude Orr Edna Bullis Michel Miller Neva Crist Fern Highsmith Leota Isler Cori Bullis Fern Woster Dora Bogge and Roby Crist plus Fern Ballis the widow twins
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Robbers Steal Christmas Day Receipts at Orpheum Theatre
Four men robbed the Orpheum Theatre box office on Christmas Day, taking about two thousand dollars from the office safe after tying up the night watchman who was found bound and gagged when the theatre opened. Police pursued leads as investigators reviewed the damaged scene and security records.
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Interstate Commission Suspends Freight Tariffs Pending Inquiry
The Interstate Commerce Commission suspended hundred pounds on Aret class freight and 1% cents on sixth class charges from January 1 to May 1 to conduct a formal inquiry.
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Christmas Day Lake Swim Stuns Chicago Parents
In Chicago on December 26 a 16 year old girl named Mise Clara Pauses celebrated Christmas by swimming long laps in the icy Lake Michigan. Her parents were astonished by the daring dip as she spoke proudly of the feat and described her unusual Christmas celebration.
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