Oransky Wins First Prize In Alphabet Ad Contest
Abe Oransky of the Oransky store wins the first prize of $5.00 in the A B C contest, with Mrs A A Gillette taking second and EB L Butler of Oskaloosa among the top three. Fifty-two replies from across the country submitted corrections to misprinted ads, with most fixing two words such as order and answer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Oransky
Oransky
A. A. Gillette
EB. L. Butler
Oskaloosa
Carl J. Litterst
Gretchen Crawford
Mr. Oransky
Mr. Butler
Mrs. Litterst
Miss Crawford
Haak
H Padre
Deering
Egbert. Ed
Foley & Collins
Giffen
W. T. Joyce
H. Kirk
Neff & Kolb
Melcher & Malcher
Palmer
Conrad
Frank Rhody
Stier Grocery Company
Emery
Burgner
Nobby
U. P. Tea Co
Whitney Loan and Trust Company
Boggess Bros
J. A
Carson
Pantatorium
Green Bay
Lumber Co
G. O ‘Walger
F. Montgomery
Geo. Willams
Edwin Picken
Frank Berry
Clara, McCourt
Cecile Wasson
Murray Preston
Emma Thurman
J. EB. Lang
Winnie Cornell
Alan Peron
Alice Phelps
C L. Herring
Sam Berry
Annetta Newcomb
Elsie Scull
Martha Kimball
Ross Wissler
Re. D
Effie Locke
B. C. Butler
Sam Block
Genévieve By
Elsie Wendling
Ralph .Hammond
C. N. Becker
Alice Keffer
Lewis
Harry Marker
H. Ly Butler
Minnia Ulbrich
Carl Litterst
Leona Shellmaker
Wiota
Omma Moraland
Iowa Stock Rates May Be Reopened For Revision
Washington Iowa Dec 16 Farmers and feeders across Iowa press for reopening of the Corn Belt Meat Producers association case before the Interstate Commerce Commission. They demand specific orders fixing Iowa Chicago livestock rates and extending fattening in transit rates to cattle and sheep, plus equal rates for sheep in double deck cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Chicago
Interstate Commerce Commission Ln
Iowa
Missouri
Towa
Missouri River
Commission
Telephone companies pledge better service and big improvements
The Musson Brothers announce spring cable stringing and installation of a modern multiple switchboard to speed calls and reduce operator labor. The Bell company also plans improvements, promising enhanced service and complete all cable plant with copper metallic circuits to eliminate cross talks and interference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twoo Telephone Companies
Musson
The
Bell
Musson Brothers
Sudden Demise of Mrs Dimig in Cass County
Mrs John Dimig died at 10:30 PM at her home three and a half miles southwest of town after a five day battle with pleural pneumonia. Born October 26, 1854 in Bavaria, she came to America in 1875. Survived by husband John and nine children George J Fred Howard Dora Henry Gertie Mamie Ruby Johnnie, all at home or nearby. Funeral Saturday at 10 AM Catholic church, burial in Atlantic cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Dimig
Mamie
Mary Schubert
Bavaria
Germany
America
Henry
Siaying
George J
Dawson Farm
Atlantic
Fred
Howard Dora
Gertie
Ruby
Johnnie
Livingston County
Ill
Cass County
Atlantic Cemetery
Mr Hahn Responds To Letter On Bell Wire Work
Mr Hahn replies to Mr Henderson about a previous News letter and states that no Bell company work has occurred in Atlantic Iowa beyond compliance with city and state laws. He suggests the city council handles affairs and would seek taxpayer input if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
Atlantic
Bell Company
Iowa
Blacksmith Bruce Helen Joins Reynolds Shop Novi Post Office Area
New blacksmith Bruce Helen, a first class horse shoer, joins Reynolds Blacksmith shop north of the post office. Prices said to be as low as anybody's. Uneeda Biscuit promotion in store. checks for prizes mailed to contestants who submitted solutions and praised reading the ad as a good habit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Helen
Reynolds Blacksmith
Reynolds Brick Shop
Returns Home With His Bride Nuptials at Davis Ill
On December 16 at the bride's parents home in Davis Illinois A McGaffin and Miss Ida Smith were united in marriage. The couple arrived early this morning and left on the local train for Wiota to establish a farm home north of that town. The groom is A McGaffin Sr's son, well known in the county with many friends who wish them happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis
Ill
A. McGaffin
Wiota
Ida Smith
Birde
Whitney Hose Company clarifies home talent play misrepresentation
Foreman H H Egbert states no firemen are involved in the play while listing upcoming sales. On Saturday December 19 a limited run of 60¢ butcher knives will be sold at 19¢ each by N W Deering & Son, plus a cake sale and apron bazaar at Foley & Collins and a choice of flowers and blooming plants at the Green House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitney Hose Company
N. W. Deering & Son
Green House
Lights Will Burn Brighter at the Plant in New Dynamos
City Clerk T H Nichols announces two new dynamos and a Skinner engine installed at the electric plant will deliver better service. The smaller 60 kilowatt generator costs 750 dollars and services the day load from Ft Wayne Electrical Works. The larger Westinghouse 1100 dollar dynamo serves the night run to homes. The project includes shipment delays, worker installation, and an overall 1250 dollar Skinner engine praised for durability and workmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. H. Nichols
Ft. Wayne Electrical Works
Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company
Pittsburg
Trinity Episcopal Guild Cake Sale and Bazaar at Foley & Colling
The ladies of Trinity Episcopal Guild announce a cake sale and apron bazaar at Foley and Colling on Saturday December 19. Proceeds support church activities and parish programs. Music from Edison and Victor talking machines will accompany the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eggers Bros
Edison
Victor
Deodtt
Ladies of Trinity Hpiscopal Guild
Foley & Colling
Personal para grafs of interest in the city
A bustling item list notes Mrs Blanche Schulz ill with grippe and many locals like Miss Maude Roberts, Mr Raymond Neal, Mrs Kloppenberg and others traveling to Omaha or Atlantic for the corn show. Attendees include Mrs G W Ury, Capt Mullins, Mr J S Harlan, and families from Lewis, Marne, Walnut, Griswold, and Canova. Several visits to funerals and shopping trips are mentioned amid travel to Omaha and Atlantic events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanche Schulz
Dryer
Walnut
Maude Roberts
Lewis
Raymond Neal Offlyer
Kloppenberg
Durant
Iowa
Albert Borens
Frank Rhody
Hig
Anamosa
M. J. Clovis
Griswold
District Court
C. B. Clovis
G. W. Ury
Maine
R. A. Berry
Raymond
Howard Allen
Omaha
Margaret
Mary Nelson
Marne
Henry Villstedt
G. E. Uebran
Marie Cutler
Maude Trailor
Yesterdy
IL. F. Mullins
James F.’ Simpgone
Mazie Kriger
City
Clyde ¢ ‘Avorell
Schindel
Jerry Vollstedt
J. B. Uehran
Harlan
Miss Lee
Caspar
Wyo
William Reynolds
Near Lewis
Atlantic
Ogilvie
Minn
Sam Hoffman, Jr
Springfield
Neb
Petition Signers List Voters Back Tax Election Plan
A long list of city business leaders and residents signs a petition seeking a municipal election on the A. N. and 8. extension tax proposal. Names include J. A. McWard, Albert Johnson, W. C. Williams, Chase Block, Ben Wood, C. W. Lavery, M. M. Emmert, S. Rudolph, C. L. Campbell, J. S. Goss, J. Hoffman, Esther Morris, J. H. Marshall, and many others signaling broad local support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W
al. H. Brown
Wilma Chapman
C. C. Aper Plegate
G. A. Younglove
C. L Hevering
W. A. McWard
John Hoffman
Swiras
J. A. Werner
A. L. More
Land
Esther Morris
John W. Blake
Elva A. Swan
Needles
A. Watson
J. H. Marshall
Belle Marquiay
R. Hammer
Rube Daniels
H. Bh. Boorman
M. H. Boorman
Peter Mick=elsen
J. Don Carlos
H. C Gillett
Bi. M. Finkbine
Lulu
H. Grubb
A. Mc Duval
John Trede
W. A. Shay
Me Hafele
M. H. Butler
WT. Palmer
Join Feldman
Jaka Weltsel
H. M. Hangen
B. Clovis
S. H. Kirk
J. H. Simmons
B.urobes
J. Ps. Rockafellow
Wm. Crisman
Jennie Hopley
Claire Sweeney
E. J. Young
Paul Perry
M. E. Brandt
M. J. Presa
Nall
Auction Notice for Show Cases and Scales
Merchants urged to attend a Saturday night auction at 9 o'clock offering items including a 6 foot show case a 3 foot show case a floor case and a set of computing scales in good condition. Related bidder EB King listed as contact.
Holiday Goods at Half Price Closeout
Holiday goods offered at half price with a closing sale announcement. Contact W. A. Hamier's Drug Store for details. Mentioned are Dr MRS DR WILKIN in the ad text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Hamier
Wilkin
Poland China Boars For Sale
Two cracking good Poland China boars available in fall and spring. Reasonable prices. Call or write for details. Phone CHAS W HUMERICKS.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poland
China Display At Goodell Military Store Window
A display of hand painted china is shown in the window of the Goodell military store. The exhibit is promoted as a pleasing Christmas gift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goodell Militery
Deodtt
Civics Club Meeting Receives Civic Lesson
The Civics Club met Monday afternoon with Mrs. Long presiding. Mrs. Swan conducted the coding civics lesson while Mrs. Mabelle Whitcomi read aloud to members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civics Club
Shiloh Cantata Promises Fine Musical Evening
The Sunday program at the MEB church features the cantata Shiloh performed by fifty voices. Organist and choir director promise a specially fine rendition for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MEB
Shiloh
For Sale Tea and Coffee Business Opportunity
For sale good paying tea and coffee business inquires directed to J M Young. December 16 a $16 Colonial pocket will be placed in window with price reduced one dollar per sack each weekday until sold. C B Osborn notes best offers on club magazine subscriptions. Green House advertises a fine lot of Palms and Farms for Christmas. 4%
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Young
dBwk C
B. Osborn
Green House
Also Mentioned on This Page
Abe ‘Oransky
the News
Prin
ty—Mausson Bros
MO. Dimig
Burnea’s
Mr. Hahn
Uneeda Biscuit
Highley & CO
S. Az
Illinois
Smith—McGaffin
H. H. Egbert
Foreman
Whitney Hose Co
Atlantic Evening
A. F. Anderson
Misa Vera
Brayton
John McDaniels
Extra
Mesdames A. Rees
BH. Smith
Q. B. Uehran
F. H. Townsend
Anita
August Beyer
Westfall
John Feldman
Christina Vollstedt
Clara Sorenson
G. B. Uehran
Peter Hopley
Harry
Battersby
Canova
S. D
Mr. Battersby
Mrs. H. H.batersby
Burnha’s Department Store
Mark Johnson
East Fourth St- Musson
A. N
Cial
MR. A. M. Petite
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