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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1908
Page
5
The adjutant general distributed a history of Iowa Volunteer Soldiers from Ist to 8th regiments with rosters. The volume, printed under a General Assembly act, accompanies a broader library display of notable local works and portraits, while readers note recent beautification of library walls.
Max Drain, aged 81, died recently and funeral services will be held Tuesday at Bonney-Watson Third Avenue and University Street parlors. Friends invited to attend. interment at Take View Cemetery. He worked for Geo. B. Pennell in this city and previously lived in Lake City Town before moving to Omaha to join large packing companies.
A fragmented advertisement claims Melcher and Melcher offer a tube named ManZan Pile Remedy for all forms of piles. It asserts immediate relief and a 60 guarantee, and lists a drugstore seller Wis Tz Palme Co. as the distributor. The text is garbled but presents a medical claim and a sales point.
A local notice promotes a Trinity Guild cake sale and apron bazaar at Foley Colline Millinery on Saturday December 19. The event invites attendees to buy aprons and notes related vendors Musson 815 and J. S. Pressnall Pension Attorney in Atlantic Town. The ad also mentions winter robes and a new horse shoer at Reynolds Blacksmith shop with low prices.
Whitney Bank has secured a few hundred dollars in new five and ten dollar gold coins. The unique and striking designs have attracted attention, with early buyers expressing favorable comments about the coins amid the holiday season demand for Christmas presents.
A funeral service is planned for Mrs Helena Vollstedt, 33, who died after a brief illness at her residence on Third Street. Born February 6 1875 near Walnut, she leaves husband and children Melvin and another son, with one infant who died. The service is set for Wednesday afternoon at the family home.
The notice announces coats and wraps at cost from Melcher Macy Co and urges readers to seize bargains. A sale is advertised for tomorrow morning at Miss Srae store with admission forty cents. The fragment references a lecture course at a Methodist church and seats for a program on December 19th.
Transfers recorded in 1908 show Mary A Fogle transferring property to Alabama S Bourne for 360 dollars with life use retained by the grantor. other entries note sums of 1500 and 250 dollars, with phrases about rural mail routes and the Des Moines Register as the sole daily newspaper for delivery.
Saturday officers raided a suspected gambling den, arresting about six offenders. A hearing before Mayor Straight followed, and fines totaled $65, adding to city revenue. The owner faced a heavier penalty than other defendants.
The News reports muttered discontent over ten percent compensation offered to Rattenberg Rosg and Judd for promoting the Atlantic Northern & Southern Railway extension. Promoters cite 7500 spent for seventeen miles and 150,000 subscribed, with 1500 by initial organizers. Opponents question fairness as Villisea advocates a higher levy while Atlantic Bank backs the project, arguing it would boost the town and payroll. The News urges loyal support from start to finish.
Cap tain H Clark the oldest official court reporter in Iowa will retire at year end after nearly forty years in court reporting including twenty with Judge Macy. He gained shorthand during the Civil War and has served under judges Stockton Lootburrow Macy in the Thirteenth through Fifteenth districts. He wrote thousands of transcripts, adapted to typewriters, and covered major murder trials such as the McCune case on First Avenue.
Senator Cummins said he will introduce a constitutional amendment for direct election of Senators as soon as he feels more at home in the Senate, delaying passage until the next session for broader support. He also plans Iowa Central Railroad bridge reconstruction over the Mississippi at Keokuk and notes a Republican caucus committee led by Colonel Hepburn will study rules changes to curb the speaker’s power, with Monday’s meeting to weigh plans including striking “upon being recognized.”
A fragmented forecast references Iowa and Wiota with a cooler night and Tuesday. Nearby residents are described as preparing to go home after a social, noting about twenty attendees and a surprising display involving petals and the Ro sary.
Attorney W C Bryant of Griswold appeared in court today as a verdict was set aside in a case filed at the county courthouse. The proceedings highlighted legal arguments over procedural notices and potential grounds for reversal. Local officials declined comment as the judge scheduled further hearings.
A local note promises wholesome amusement and the finest exercises for visitors. The description highlights engaging activities and a welcoming atmosphere led by community hosts aiming to attract families and neighbors to enjoy the offerings.
The funeral for Miss Desmond was conducted at the church with Rev. Bather D ing delivering the service. He spoke of the lady's pure and clear pain and urged Christian consolation and submission to the will. Bearers included Thos Quinlan John McIntter and Anton Richter. Interment followed at the cemetery.
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