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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1908
Page
2
An office boy recalls cautions from the older generation about trusting new products and notes the evolution of safety razors from experimental to standard, listing trusted brands from Witch Dollar to the five dollar Gillette and stressing durable value for customers.
The Atlantic Evening News lists subscription rates by carrier and mail, with one year five dollars, six months two dollars fifty, and one month fifty cents for domestic service, plus four dollars for foreign mail. A sworn affidavit by E I Chase shows paid circulation of 1,880 copies on August 20, 1908, notarized August 21, 1908 by Harry Cavenaugh.
In a dated critique, Bryan is labeled immature and unreliable as a leader. The piece argues his shifts on policies reveal a grasp of ideas only as tools for victory, while the public has come to view him as a trimmer. It cites past stances and current actions, noting diminished respect and confidence.
State Fair Des Moines runs August 20 to 28. Massena Fair spans August 31 to September 2. Cass County Fair takes place September 14 to 22. Des Moines Conference M E Church annual session in Clarinda September 9. District Court on September 22. General election in November.
Delegates from Cass county are called to attend a Republican convention in Atlantic Iowa and a state delegate meeting in Des Moines to nominate a judge for the Supreme Court seat created by Charles A Bishop death. The Cass county gathering occurs August 29 1908 at 11 A M in the Atlantic opera house with 11 delegates to be chosen. L F Mullins chairs the Cass County Central Committee with B U Wood as secretary.
The piece argues that Bryan shows no grown views after his nomination and Denver convention. It contrasts his perceived mental youth with other leaders, noting silence from apologists and the platform’s attempt to dispel the growth claim. Bryan remains an eternal Bay Orator whose thoughts stay fluid.
A Humboldt Standard description extols the California redwood forest on Humboldt ridges and fatl, noting trees up to 26 feet in diameter and 400 feet tall. It explains the vast continuous belt from Del Norte to Humboldt, with Oregon’s 2000 acres along the Chetco river and dense belts widening to 35 miles near Mendocino, then reappearing in patches.
A historic ad touts Prof. Leon as the foremost clairvoyant medium permanently located in Atlantic. It claims proven track record and press endorsement, offering guidance on marriage, health, business, and personal troubles with a “No Cure No Pay” motto. Hours listed 4 PM to 8 PM daily and Sunday afternoons.
A Milwaukee Sentinel piece argues lions have limited intelligence and must follow routine. Allen Williams notes chairs confuse lions and two whips aid trainers. The article claims cats are treacherous and easily confused when routines break, making submission difficult.
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