29 Jun 1925
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Newspaper
Oskaloosa Daily Herald
Location
Oskaloosa, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1925
Page
1
The line item summaries indicate a wave of appointments not yet published as effective, with several positions awaiting formal activation. Officials and agencies anticipate the changes to commence in early July, following governing actions and confirmation where required.
The article recalls President Coolidge's father and his long health decline. Neighbors noticed his fading appetite as illness persisted for months. A somber portrait highlights family concern and the president's supportive, restrained response during a difficult period.
A snippet from United Press lists nightly and regional radio programs across stations WRAT WOO KGO WRC WEAF WEAF WJZ and others. Times note concerts bands classical works and educational broadcasts including the Goldman Band Georgia Minstrels Navy Band and Verdi's Aida with several cities represented.
A powerful earthquake centered near Los Angeles rattled southern California and nearby states, damaging buildings and infrastructure in Santa Barbara and Ventura. Reports say the interior and railroad facilities suffered extensive destruction while residents sought safety in streets and parks as aftershocks continued through the weekend.
United States ambassador Jacob Gould Schurman presented credentials to President Von Hindenburg in Berlin. He said the U S government desires full mutual friendship and aims to reestablish cordial relations with Germany and Algerian peoples. Foreign Minister Stresemann and Hindenburg welcomed him.
Des Moines reports a series of tragedies over the weekend. A 24 year old farmer Irving C. Ahrens drowned when his fishing boat capsized near Fregier Dam, with brother-in-law Henry Kreutner escaping. Ten year old Robert Stuitzer drowned near Thibuque while visiting. his home is in Waterloo. Ernest Anderson shot and killed his 17 year old wife Alice, then killed himself. motive linked to a divorce suit he pleaded with her to withdraw. Auto collision injured Frank Boers and Charles Pierea in an early morning crash.
The Ottumwa water board trustees announce the water works purchased 50000 dollars in United States government bonds. The move comes as an alternative due to the inability to obtain more of its own outstanding bonds. The notice explains the financial strategy and says every effort was made to secure additional funding locally.
Tennis fans crowd the center court as the all comers tournament advances. Misa Joanina Frye defeats Miss A 1K Hurst 2 6 6 8 to reach the semi final against Mile Billet. Randolph Lycett and James O Anderson beat Washer and Wallenberg 6 2 9 6 7 5 6 2. Kathleen Merane, defending captain, defeats Miss Hoyd 6 1 to reach the semifinal. Susanne Lenglen, the French star, is noted in the report.
In a move to reduce interest costs, authorities have repurchased $125,000 of bonds and are seeking additional purchases, though efforts to obtain more have stalled.
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