Starlin Case Proceeds In Edna County Court
Deputy Sheriff Bosley brings James Starlin of Edna Township to the court on cattle stealing charges. W J Matthews testifies his cattle, marked with a crop and underbit, were stolen across several incidents totaling about eight head valued around 800 dollars. Starlin and his two brothers, with attorney T B Swan, indicate willingness to be tried now as county attorney Goodspeed outlines Matthews as a long time county resident and credible prosecuting witness.
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Bosley
Justice Pressnall
James Starlin
Edna Township
Uge Pressnall
W. J. Matthews
Matthews
Starlins
T. B. Swan
Duval
Starlin
Goodspeed
Mr. Matthews
Starlin Farm
Swan
New Stock of Xmas Candies and Fresh Produce
Before investing in Christmas bon bons candies and fancy boxes see our new stock of Xmas treats. Plenty of Jonathan apples priced at 1.25 and 1.50 per bushel. Fancy naval oranges 20 cents per dozen. J SCHIAPPACASSH.
Card of thanks for bereavement assistance
The gobken family expresses sincere gratitude to those who helped during the death of their wife and mother. G. Gobken and family thank everyone for support.
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G. Gobken
All kinds of Robes for winter by Frank Rhody
Winter robe selection highlighted by Frank Rhody features a range of fabrics and designs. Customers are invited to view the latest line and compare styles for warmth and fit.
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Frank Rhody
Dwt
News A B C contest draws wide public interest
The News held an A B C contest last night that drew many readers who wanted to spot misspelled words. Extra papers sold out by 8 30 pm as prizes entice participation. A committee will judge openings next Tuesday night after 8 and the first correct entry wins cash.
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News
Wilkinson
Atlantic
Holiday Goods at Half Price Closeout Announcement
A stock of holiday goods to close out at half price advertised by W. A. Hamler's drug store. Also mentions Mrs. Dr Wilkin and Nelly with a cryptic weight wager tied to Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea at the Atlantic Drug Store.
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W. A. Hamler
Wilkin
Nelly
Hollister
Atlantic Drug Store
Bailey's Sells Oyster Crackers at Sixty Cents a Box
Bailey's advertises oyster crackers at sixty cents per box, highlighting a simple pantry staple price point for shoppers seeking affordable snacks or soup accompaniments.
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Bailey’s
Jury Finds Davis Not Guilty in Dr Rustin Killing
In Omaha on December 10 special to the News, Chas E Davis was acquitted after a ten day trial for the September 2 shooting of Dr Frederick Rustin on his porch. The jury deliberated thirteen hours and Davis, released, returned to his bank work as Judge Sears praised the jury. The sensational case involved claims of a death by self action pact and a fallen woman Abbie Rice, with testimony conflicting about Davis being seen near the Austin home the night of the shooting.
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Omaha
Neb
Chas. E. Davis
Frederick Rustin
Sears
Davis
Austin
Abbie Rice
Rice
Mrs Martin's Disappearance Leaves Town Worried
Thursday night Mrs. Martin vanished from her Noble township home after a dance dispute. Relatives defend her husband Martin as a kind, drinking at times, but never abusive man. She boarded with eleven children and a Kansas City daughter reports no knowledge of her whereabouts. The case prompts widespread concern as searches continue.
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Noble Township
Tha
Martin
Martin Lving
Kansas City
Factory site talk stalls as Elkhorn and Harlan pose offers
Willis Rattenberg and John Peterson met Elkhorn Knitting Factory's local committee led by Mayor Straight and J. A. McWaid. The visitors declined to reveal Harlan's terms while stating Atlantic could match. Local landlords hindered by unavailable buildings. Directors will decide after reviewing both proposals.
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Willis Rattenberg
Elkhorn Knitting Factory
John Peterson
Mayor Straight
J. A. McWaid
Williams
Hans Rattenberg
J. B. Jones
J. H. Simmons
Elkhorn Committee
Harlan
Elkhorn
Atlantic
Weather Forecast and Family Notice in Des Moines
Iowa forecast calls for rain or snow tonight and Friday with warmer conditions in the northeast tonight and turning colder Friday. Mr and Mrs Frank Harris return to Des Moines this afternoon after traveling to attend the death of Mrs Harris mother Mrs G Goeken.
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Iowa
Frank Harris
G. Goeken
Des Moines
Des Moines Press Feud escalates with libel charges
The Des Moines battle between the Register and Leader and the Evening Tribune and Daily Capital heats up as Lafayette Young Sr is charged with criminal libel in Justice Zell Roe's court over a Capital story about the paper buying Mose Cohen’s lists. No service yet as Young Sr is in New York. possible warrant against Lafe Young Jr. looms.
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Des Moines
Register and Leader
Evening Tribune
Daily Capital
Court of
Zell Roe
Lafayette Young, Sr
Capital
Mose Cohen
Young
New York
Lafe Young Jr
Mrs Bruce Hosts Afternoon Card Club at West Sixth
Mrs James B Bruce entertained the ladies afternoon card club yesterday at her West Sixth street home in honor of Mrs Voorhees of Anita. Sixteen were present and enjoyed the occasion immensely with a three course luncheon.
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James B. Bruce
West Sixth Street
Voorhees
Anita
Bruce
Young Lady Wanted for Light Office Work
A notice seeking a young lady skilled with figures for light office tasks. Apply in own handwriting addressed to XZ at the News office.
Elect David Snyder Chief of Atlantic Fire Dept for 1909
The Atlantic Fire Department held a meeting at the Fire Hall and elected officers for the year 1909. Dave Snyder, a member of Phoenix Hose Team No. 1, was chosen chief, with G M Boggess as assistant chief Zeno Lang as second assistant chief Leslie Smith as secretary A W Brown as treasurer John Wrentz as chief of police and Frank Perkins as property man. Discussion included installing a horse hose team, funding concerns looming until spring and city appropriations.
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Dave Snyder
Phoenix Hose Team No. 1
G. M. Boggess
Zeno Lang
Leslie Smith
A. W. Brown
John Wrentz
Frank Perkins
Department
Straight
Nichols
Whitmore
Fire Department
Personal para grafs of interest and city visitors noted
A list of brief local notices mentions Miss Bleth Casad ill with tonsillitis and various residents visiting or traveling, including N N Jones Griswold and Mrs Florence Sampson Lewis in the city. Sam Hoffman returns from Chicago Davenport while Amos Forsyth Griswold Atlantic trip, and Frank Carter Anita comes home after a city stay.
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N. N. Jones
Griswold
Florence Sampson
Lewis
W. E. McMullen
Sam Hoffman
Chicago
Davenport
Frank Carter
Anita
Jarvis
George Jarvis
Occidental Hotel
L. D. Wallace
Des Moines
Parsons Drug Store
Mary Waters
Adair
C. E. Scherdin
Amos Forsyth
Empire State
Frank Mailander
Near Viota
Stultz
Emert
J. S. Goss
Strauss
B. F. Carroll
Carroll
Women’s Relief Corps
Zr. J. Breheny
Nebraska
Rock Island
Fairbury
Mabel
Lola Bender
R. H. Bailey
Marshalltown
Monticello
Ill
H. M. Boorman
M Curdy Named Postmaster in Massena
W C McCurdy of Massena is selected to receive the recommendation for the postmaster appointment to succeed G A Hill who has left the state. Formal appointment soon. McCurdy is well known in this city and Massena and is described as well fitted with many friends. The News calls the appointment a splendid one.
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W. C. McCurdy
Massena
Smith
G. A. Hill
McCurdy
Legion
Magsena
van McCurdy
South Dakota
Will pay 15 cents per pound for young turkeys
Help wanted notice from d2wi R. M Westphalen seeking buyers offering 15 cents per pound for young turkeys.
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R. M, Westphalen
Weber sisters head to Virginia for winter visit
Misses Nellie and Nora Weber depart for Lynchburg Virginia to spend the remainder of the winter. Nora Weber, previously clerking at the Gillette store, will vacation in Virginia and return about March 10.
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Virginia
Nellie
Nora Weber
Lynchburg
Gillete
Penston attorney Pressnalle rooms in Atlantic Iowa
J 8 Pressnalle, Penstfon Attorney, room No 1, Downs Building, Chestnut Street, Atlantic Iowa.
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Pressnalle
Penstfon
Downs Building
Chestnut Street
Atlantic, Iowa
Atlantic Northern & Southern Railway Tax Petition Change
Promoters propose altering the tax plan for the Atlantic Northern & Southern Railway extension. Instead of one yearly levy in 1909, half the tax would be collected in 1910 and half in 1911, with payment due upon completion of the line to Villisca. The measure requests voter approval at a special election under Iowa code.
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Atlantic Northern & Southern Railway
Atlantic
Cass
Iowa
Atlantic Northern & Southern Railway Company
State of
Cass County
Atelantic
Grant
Douglas Township
Montgomery County
Villisca
Atlantantic Northern & Southern Railway Company
Montgomery, County
Montesgomery County
M W A Have A Big Meeting
Modern Woodmen of America local camp held annual officer elections with record turnout. About 806 beneficiaries now belonging. new officers named including Consul C E Kringel and Advisor A T Smith. Treasurer reports strongest year financially. early installation planned for Woodmen and Royal Neighbors.
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Woodmen of America
Woodmen Fraternity
C. E. Kringel
A. T. Smith
Bert L. Butler
J. W. Gardner
W. A. Hamler
Ernest Baron
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J. Matthews
the News
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Tember
Jay
The
Cal
Osition
Crim
W. H. Southwell
Register and Lead
Cap
Ital
David Snyder
Atlantic Fire Department
Atlantic Fire
R. M. Westphalen
Atlantic Evening
Miss Bleth Casad
M’curdy
Massena Man
State
Pointment
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