Publicity urged to strengthen trust in great corporations
Des Moines December 8 Arthur Reynolds of Des Moines chairman of the Federal legislation committee of the American Bankers Association argues accuracy and publicity in corporate affairs will solidify the financial foundation of American business. He cites Western Union's surplus revision as proof openness builds investor confidence and questions why railroads and others resist full disclosure.
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Des Moines
Arthur Reynolds
American Bankers Association
Financial Foundation
Reynolds
Western Union Telegraph Company
American Telephone and Telegraph Company
Mnade
Western Union
Theodore N. Vail
Ho ‘S
Mary Baker Eddy Laid to Rest in New England Mausoleum
The founder of Christian Science, Mrs Mary Baker Eddy, was laid to rest at Mt. Auburn receiving vault after simple services at her Chestnut Hill home Newton. About 120 attendees heard Judge Peter C Smith deliver the funeral oration. An honorary squad included John L Bates Edwin P Bates Arthur Brisbane and others. A pink rose wreath marked the grave with plans for a lake shore mausoleum near Newton.
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Uni
Boston
Mary Baker Eddy
Christian Science Church
Mt. Auburn Cemetery
Chestnut Hill
Newton
Peter C. Smith
John L Bates
Edwin P. Bates
Syracuse
Arthur Brisbane
New York
Chas
R. Corning
Concord
N. H. Frederick Dix
London
Samuel J. Elder
Q. Hasfield
Wm. Chanler
Albert Metcalf
Frank Streeter
N. EL
St Elmo play shines as Theatre tonight presents classic tale
Foreword lines from St Elmo echo in memory as an excellent cast performs the venerable novel on stage at the Theatre tonight. The production highlights a beloved story that still rivals contemporary fiction in charm and drama.
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St. Elmo
A Visit to Martin Sorensen's Lower Chestnut Shop
A News representative toured Martin J Sorensen's home shop on lower Chestnut Street and admired a large, varied display of harnesses lap robes saddles and Globe-Wernicke cases in Plain Oak Golden Quartered Oak Golden Wax Oak and Early English Mission finishes. The store draws strong buying public interest during the holiday season at J LWinne's 248.
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Horne -Phop
Martin J. Sorensen
Lower
Chéstnut’ Street
Martin
Globe-Wernicke
J. L. Winne’s
Farm accident injures man breaking nose
Joel B. Stever of Griswold, living about three miles northeast of town, slipped while tending hogs on Saturday. He fell and struck his face on the ground, breaking his nose. medical aid was summoned and his injuries attended to.
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Joel B. Stever
Coincidence at Congregational Church Draws Past Attendees
The Lewis Standard notes a singular coincidence at the Congregational church on Sunday. Present were Mrs. Lucella Mills of Lewis and sister Mrs. Howard of Texas, Mrs. Romeo Lawrence of Atlantic, Mrs. H G Cotton, Mrs. Sophia E Brown, W J Woodward, and T B Worth, all of whom attended services there over fifty years ago and wonder if they will ever meet again at the same time.
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Lucella Mills
Lewis
Howard
Texas
Romeo Lawrence
Atlantic
H. G. Cotton
Sophia E. Brown
W. J. ‘Woodward
T. B. Worth
Lewis Standard
Former Massena residents marry in Nebraska
News from Massena Iowa reports the marriage of Fenny Johnson to Bessie Roots at Fremont Nebraska on November 36th. They were joined by Mr. and Mrs. Geo Pawley visiting Bessie Roots’s parents Mr. and Mrs. T H Roots of Valley Nebraska. Both are former Massena residents now near Valley where the groom works on a farm.
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Massena
Iowa
Fenny Johnson
Bessie Roots
Fremont
Neb
Geo. Pawley
T. H. Roots
Valley
Financial agitation and industrial growth in Reynolds era
A fragment notes a corporate agitation praising welfare and industrial development. It cites the American Bankers Association, in which Mr Reynolds is prominently identified, as a major financial force on earth, with value placed on national economic progress.
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American Bankery Association
Reynolds
Pepa
Cedar Street sewer assessment objections filed in city clerk office
Cedar street residents object to the sewer assessment size claiming portions paid by the city for previous sewer work should not be charged to them. The signed objections cover all taxpayers in the district and the city council will hear them tonight along with the electric bond matter and other unfinished business from Tuesday’s session.
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Cedar Street
Nineteen Hurt In Illinois Traction Wreck
Nineteen people were injured in a rear end collision on the Illinois Traction system near Springfield. The most seriously hurt is John C Uppergrove of Chicago. The accident occurred about seven this morning involving a passenger car and a freight train. Ed Dulin reported a successful sale with strong attendance and good prices.
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Uniois
United Press
Springfield
John C. Uppergrove
Chicago
Ed Dulin
Ras Lang
Census estimates US population above ninety-two million
The census bureau reports over 92,000,000 residents in the United States from complete returns received from most states. The figure signifies a rise of about 17,000,000 in ten years, reflecting ongoing demographic growth nationwide. Separately, in Springfield Illinois, robbers bound the nightwatchman at the Centennial National Bank in Virginia, looting an undetermined sum after gagging Patrick Kinney.
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United Press
Washington, D. C
United States
Census Bureau
Usyme United
Springfield
Centennial National Bank
Virginia
Patrick Kinney
Senate Adjourns Till Monday in Washington D C
The senate adjourned at 1 30 to or day till Monday in Washington D C with the session paused for non day business.
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Senate
The
United Press
Washington, D. C
Former cashier makes startling confession in New York
Irwin J. Wilder, once cashier of the Russo Chinese bank, testified before Judge O Sullivan today revealing a startling confession that implicates two other men. Arrests are expected following the testimony.
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United Press
New York
Irwin J. Wilder
O'Sullivan
London Election Standings Night Update
Standing at close of day in London shows Conservatives 189, Coalition 204, Independent Nationalists 6 with results still unsettled. Also notes a Christmas sale at M. E. Church basement on Tuesday December 13 and a weather forecast for fair skies with slowly rising temperatures.
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The
United Press
London
Coalition
Methodist Ladlea
Garment Workers Condition Sparks Aid Appeal
Chicago December reports 40 000 garment workers in dire condition with a call for help to prevent starvation. Raymond Robins Taber and others agreed to contribute 25 cents toward support amid a looming plight.
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The
United Press
Chicago
Dec
Raymond Robins
Taber
Pntopy
Woman Accused of Smuggling Jewel Haul from Europe
The United Press report alleges Shonta smuggled jewels worth around $20,000 in her trunk after returning from Europe. Her husband contends she was unaware of any illegal activity.
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Shonta
United Press
York
Dee
Theofone
Thenpar
Europe
Election results show coalition gains and liberal loss
In London today the Conservatives lead with 170 votes, Liberals 123, Irish Nationalists 38, Labour 23, totaling 184 for the coalition. The Liberals report a 2 percent drop from yesterday, alleging a plot by Conservatives to undermine the election.
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The
United Press
London
Laborites
Drivers Win Their Strike In Chicago Christmas Pay Deal
Four hundred department store drivers return to work after winning their strike. Each will receive 15 dollars for Christmas and two weeks vacation with full pay, plus a new wage scale. A Booster Club meeting tonight at the Firemen's hall seeks quarters for the poultry show, with Prof. Pierce delivering an illustrated poultry lecture using the Ames slider.
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United Press
Chicago
Booster Club
Prof
Pierce
Ames
Holiday ads and notices highlight pages of 1910 paper
The issue showcases numerous merchant advertisements promising bargains for Christmas gifts. Ads from Melcher & Salveter, Christensen-Bros., Stier Grocery, Franks Drug Co., Deering, Albert Bojang, Cole Jewelry, and J Schiappacasse promote holiday stock. Also notes Senate tariff revision plans and G A Hill buying the Ault Advertiser.
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Oranskys
Melcher & Salveter
Chas, Black &Son
Christensen- Bros
Stier Grocery Company
Franks Drug Company
Deering
Albert Bojang
Cole Jewelry Store
Jantic Tea and Coffee Company
J. Schiappacasse
Cement tile plant begins making fire tiles
The cement tile plant under construction started up Monday with tile production beginning. The machines run well and produce uniform tiles. Electricity powers the line and at full capacity ten or twelve workers will be employed. The Griswold American notes the project is long needed and deserves support.
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Mny
Griswold American
Mrs Chanter to Sing in New York a Paris Note
Mme Lena Cavileri a Chanter set to sail in two weeks for New York to fulfill a theatrical engagement and denies receiving a $45,000 check from the Chanter family to refrain from appearing in New York.
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Chanter
New York
United Press
Paris
Mme
Lena Cavileria Chanter Ia
Campaign committees report campaign funds for Congress
In Washington on December 8 the campaign committees of Democrats and Republicans released their reports on contributions and expenditures from the recent congressional campaign. Democrats totaled 24,777.22 dollars while Republicans reported 74,878.25 dollars, with Lagile M. Spaw listed among notable contributors to the Republican fund.
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The
United Press
Washington, D. C
Shaw
Republican Congressional Campaign Fund
Operation at Hospital Musser Young Griswold Man Operated
A young man from Griswold underwent surgery at the hospital today and is reported to be doing nicely.
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Robert Musser
Griswold
Doctor Stockdale Visit Canceled By Personal Emergency
Dr. B A Stockdale was to make his monthly visit here on the 9th but has been called to Louisville Kentucky by his father's death and will not be here on the advertised date. Special sale on children's chairs while they last at 10 cents. J. Tx Winne. 2d8
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J. Tx
WINNE
Motion to Strike Filed in District Court in Cage Dispute
J B Braff representing HH and Bartley filed a motion in district court to strike the prior motion by A N and S. Bartley seeks identification of other parties in the cage. The report notes the receipt of 800 gallons Cassb. 3d8.
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Bruit
J. B Braff
B. Bartley
Bartley
Our shoe stores open through Christmas for holiday shoppers
Notice from The Conrad Shoe Co. informs customers that its shoe stores will be open for extended hours from now until Christmas to accommodate holiday shoppers. The message emphasizes customer ease amid the festive season and does not list specific dates or locations.
Atlantic Delegates Seek Mink League Franchise in Nebraska City
Atlantic delegates to the Mink baseball league meeting travel from the city by early train to Nebraska City for a midwinter gathering. They aim to press Atlantic's franchise claim, with Frank Barnhart joining the delegation to assist. The outcome is uncertain as votes may require effort to secure the berth.
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Atlantic
Nebraska City
Chas
Burke
W. JH. Wiseman
P. Chase
Mink Baseball League
Frank Barnhart
Harry Sage
Umpires
League
Local residents and visitors listed with moving plans and visits
Personal notices list J A Giffen’s slight improvement and Helen Nelson’s continued recovery. H M Boorman handles Audubon legal matters. Mrs Henry Miller returns from Princeton visit. P W Taintor seeks remaining paving payments. Walter Day of Beatrice Neb visiting town. R B White plans to move family to Humboldt as Atlantic Producer manager. Jens Kjar travels to Indianola for interior decorating. Sam Simonsen from Maine attends to business and friends. Rev Thomas Porter notes Evangelist Bukoutz revival in Winterset through the 20th, then to Illinois. Bukoutz asks Atlantic friends to write him at Winterset.
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H. M. Boorman
Audubon
Henry Miller
Princeton
P. W. Taintor
Walter Day
Day & Durr
Beatrice, Neb
R. B. White
Humpoldt
Atlantic Producer Company
Jens Kjar
Indianola
Sam Simonsen
Maine
Thomas Porter
Evangelist Bukoutz
Winterset
Ilinois
Bukoutz
Atlantic
Driver Eludes Serious Harm in Morning Runaway
Chris Nelson of a local farm near town was involved in a morning runaway accident but sustained only minor injuries. No other persons harmed. police say Nelson escaped serious harm and expects to recover at home.
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Chris Nelson
Look Here WW Promotes Pyrography Gifts Display Window
Community notice invites shoppers to view a Christmas gift display showcasing pyrography items in the News window. The display encourages visitors to explore unique hand burned art suitable for holiday gifts.
City to Clean Uneven Sidewalks. Charges to Adjacent Property
Notice states sidewalks not kept clear of ice will be cleaned by the city and charged to abutting property, under section two of chapter eighteen of the revised ordinances of Atlantic Iowa. Street Commissioner Charles Campbell signs the notice.
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City of
Atlantic
Iowa
Chas, Campbhle
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Charel
Marth
Sorensen
Chéstnut Street
Nebraska
Trowa
M. E
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the Majestic
Cumming
Pean
Wwe United Press
G. A. Hill
Echo
Ault Advertiser
Ault
Colo
Berthoud
Spaw
J. Schiappacassb
Nebe Shoh
Conrad Shon Co
Fmma Hughart
Harold Hughart
He M. Hughart
S. Ig
Hughart
Ramily
Roberts
FaMmy
Wm., Humbrick and
J. A. Giffen
Helen Nelson
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