Civil War Veteran Benjamin N Reynolds Dies in Atlantic
Benjamin N Reynolds aged 77 a Cass county resident for 35 years died at his Atlantic home on Wednesday June 13 after a long illness death followed heart and kidney trouble He was born in Muscatine Iowa August 4 1846 served four years in the 13th U S Infantry under Sherman and belonged to I O O F Hawkeye Encampment G A R Post and M E church He is survived by his wife three daughters two sons and several relatives Funeral services were held at his residence and burial followed in Atlantic cemetery The Old Soldiers annual reunion was a longtime interest of his credits connected to Anita veterans circle
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Benjamin N. Reynolds
Cass County
Atlantic
Wednesady
Muscatine
Iowa
Martha Myers
Blue Grass
J. H. Needles
13Th
U. S. Infantry
W. T. Sherman
Atlantic IL. O. O. F. Lodge
Hawkeye
Atlantic G. A. R. Post
M. E. Church
Juanita Reynolds
Perry
Chas. Zook
Madrid
Alana Reynolds
Anite
Joseph N. Reynolds
Postal Telegraph Company
Ella Reynolds
A. FE. McDonald
Corning
Mary L. Dougherty
Guernsey
Melvin Reynolds
F. W. Simpson
Atlantic M. FE
Atlantc
Atlantic Lodge
Anita
Reynolds
Community entertainment plan urged for Anita town
A call to mobilize residents for public amusements next year, aiming to show visitors the town still celebrates in classic fashion. Advocates insist broad participation to share the cost and ensure a complete mutual success.
Boston Hosiery Display Draws Crowds With Unusual Ad
An Boston business house displayed stockings in an unusual manner with curtains lowered two feet, revealing leg models who walked behind them. The scene attracted a crowd and newspapers photographed the throng and the models legs. The store offered its most expensive hose free to the woman who could identify the models by their legs.
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Boston
Brothers Enjoy Surprise Visit Far From Home
Jacob Kuhn of Los Angeles spent two weeks visiting his daughter Mrs George Wever and family in Audubon. On Monday his younger brother D B Kuhn of Grove City Pennsylvania arrived to join him for a mutual, pleasant visit.
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Jacob Kuhn
Los Angeles
California
George Wever
D. B. Kuhn
Grove City
Pennsylvania
Audubon
Take This Home With You The Editor and Value of Columns
The piece argues that newspaper columns are a publisher's stock in trade and should be paid for when used by money making schemes. It questions whether editors should advance the interests of profit ventures without compensation, likening editors to horses asked to work for nothing.
From Indians To Kluxers In Fairfield Iowa
A reminiscence recalls 19th century Fairfield Iowa scenes of visiting tribes from western Iowa. It describes Indian dress, tepees, ponies, camps in Big Timber, and nightly dances, noting wild game meals, peace pipes, and whiskey trades. The piece ends with a sensational tease about Kluxers gathering and a late night communique.
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Iowa
Fishing Days New and Old
The piece recalls northern Iowa and southern Minnesota fishing season draw to lakes and streams. It contrasts past fishing parties with present practices and notes old bait methods, the ease of obtaining bait, and people relaxing in shade while enjoying abundant supplies.
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Iowa
Minnesota
Brightly lit plane seen in pre-dawn sky over Iowa
A few mornings ago at two o'clock a loudly rumbling airplane was heard in the vicinity. A resident investigated to spot a brilliantly lighted craft high in the west. The note suggests regular Iowa night mail service begins July 1, a trial flight possibly. The writer laments government schemes wasting thousands and raising taxes.
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Iowa
Auto Backed Over Boy in Yard Accident
John Clarkson formerly of Anita now living in Winterset backed an Overland car from a yard while children played nearby. The right front wheel passed over the child’s neck and shoulder. no bones were broken and the extent of injuries was unexpectedly minor.
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Backs Auto
John Clarkson
Anita
Winterset
Overland
Clarkson
Anita Progress Pushes More Paving Blocks
The Griswold American reports Anita officials contracted for fifteen more blocks of pavement after the initial contract, aiming to finish the job in one disruption. Residents praise the plan to minimize future roadwork by consolidating projects and ending paving troubles.
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Anita
Griswold
Pat Grace Visits Adair Postmaster in City Visit
Adair postmaster Pat Grace was seen in the city Wednesday evening, drawing local attention to the ongoing postal service activities.
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Pat Grace
Adair
Rain floods streets hinder Thursday morning travel
Heavy rain Thursday morning left streets nearly impassable and disrupted normal travel conditions across the city. Flooded roadways blocking traffic and causing minor delays. Local officials urged caution for commuters and urged drivers to seek alternate routes.
Farmers Co op Seeks Business At Letsr Avenue
Local Farmers Co op invites engagement with growers and merchants at 18 1f avenue urging increased business activity and community cooperation.
Seventeen Year Locusts Seen Across Eastern States
Authorities warn that numerous states east of the Mississippi will face a widespread infestation of the seventeen year locust this year, affecting crops and landscapes across multiple regions. The warning highlights expected hatchings and potential agricultural impact.
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Mississippi River
New Calumet Inn Promises First Class Service
In Atlantic a New Calumet establishment on the corner north of Whitneys Bank offers a line of good eats with emphasis on first class service.
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Atlantic
New
Calumet
Whitney’s Bank
Anita Guides Tourists Through Town Despite Conditions
East and west visitors alike travel via Anita and enjoy a Main Street ocean-wave glide that whets their appetites for the journey.
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Anita
Main Street
Women prove competence as newspaper sellers in Lewis Standard
The Lewis Standard reports under Miss Ruth Campy that women can perform as well as men in newspaper selling roles. Her leadership demonstrates female capability in management and sales within the paper.
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Eact
Lewis Standard
Ruth Campy
Ziegler Law Firm Handles Estates and Collections
H P Ziegler offers settlement of estates as a specialty with general law practice. He provides opinions on abstracts and assists with collections for clients seeking reliable legal guidance.
Farmers' Coop Offers Cattle and Hog Shipping
The Farmers' Coop advertises shipping services for cattle and hogs, inviting local growers to consign livestock.
Anita Sees Record Tourist Throughput
Tourism officials report Anita welcoming more visitors than ever before with throughput rising sharply in recent months. Local businesses note stronger foot traffic and longer stays as attractions draw increased attention from travelers.
Found A Watch Report At Record Office
A found watch is turned in at the Record office. Owners may identify the piece and pay 70 cents for this notice. A reward is offered to the bare-foot boy who delivered the watch to the office.
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Fairfield
Jefferson County
Burlington
Red Mill Cafe
H. E. Campbell
Campbell Block
Wagners Restaurant
M. EB. Church
G. M. Adair
Citizens’ State Bank
R. L. Robinson
H. & R. Coaster Wagon
Milady
Beauty Shoppe
Mrs
Agnes Musgrave Alexander
King Apartments
LOW A
Kodak Films
F.M. Alexander
Pikere
Foe Aeeren
Eagle “Mikado
Eagle Pencil Company
New York
A. F. Higgins
Farmers’ Coop
H. P. Ziegler
Attorney At Law
Silvertowns
C. W. Shaffer & Son
Anita, Iowa
Goodrich
Silvertown
Corpfire
the People’s Meat Market
C. A. Thompson
Anita and
Vicinity
Fire and Life Insurance
Forshay
Stager
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