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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1908
Page
5
The county auditor completed this year’s abstract of assessment. Personal property totals 1,187,078 and last year 1,077,083. Realty valuation remains 4,591,595, bringing total this year to 6,718,668. Personal details cover polls, animals, buildings, livestock, vehicles, merchandise, stock, and more, with total actual value 4,748,292 and assessed value one fourth at 1,187,073.
A petition from southeast county residents, presented by Supervisor McMartin, asks restoring supervisor districts with one member elected per district. Action pending, likely before session close. Also approved some claims and a quit claim deed on swamp land in Sac County, heard a Burroughs Adding Machine sales pitch, paid assessors, and set tomorrow for primary canvas and bills. County Attorney Goodspeed notes district change cannot affect this year’s elections and would take effect in 1910.
A description advises applying Chamberlains Salve to soothe sore nipples after nursing. Wipe off before the next feeding, and note that many trained nurses report best results. Available at Atlantic Drug Co.
The county convention may nominate candidates for any county office with no primary votes, including offices with no candidate on the ballot. Attorney General Byers confirms the convention’s power to fill such vacancies, and the county committee handles withdrawals.
An advertisement urges relief from rheumatism with Chamberlains Liniment. It claims pain relief and improved sleep, noting it can cure in many cases and urging trial before discouragement. Available in 25 and 60 cent sizes at Atlantic Drug Co.
The district Epworth League convention, which closed at Anita last Friday, was a grand success and well attended. The next meeting will be held at Stuart next year.
Rain halted scheduled games between the Omaha Originals and the Merchants’ Greys. The two teams were forced to postpone a double-header, a disruption that largely spared the Omaha club from two likely defeats.
Ralph Turner of Council Bluffs stopped by the city for a short visit today as the guest of Postmaster Williams. The notice promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea claiming to restore vitality, with teas and tablets priced at 35 cents from Atlantic Drug Co.
For Jowa TFair tonight and Tuesday cooler conditions prevail in the east and central portions. The Atlantic Union Depot will be open to the public June 16.
The Stevan School for Girls staged a theater party at Grand Opera House hosted by Virginia Cuykendall and other graduates. P. E. O. Sisterhood held an outdoor picnic at the Harlan home with fifty guests and a veranda view of northern hills. The UC T club at the K P hall featured a children’s party with costumes, recitations, vocal solos, a duet, piano numbers, light refreshments, and whist.
Circulars circulated by supporters of Judge George Gray of Delaware argue he offers broad appeal to Democrats and independents. They claim he would win key states Connecticut New York New Jersey Delaware Maryland and West Virginia and carry the national ticket.
Western League games ended Pueblo 6 Des Moines 6 and Omaha 6 Lincoln 1. Sioux City 8 Denver 1 and 3. American League results Chicago 2 Washington 1 and St Louis 1 Philadelphia 0, Boston 9 Detroit 5. American Association Toledo 2 Kansas City 5. Louisville 5 St Paul 2 in second game Louisville 4 St Paul 3, Columbus 3 Milwaukee 1.
It is practically settled that the congregation of the U P church in this city will issue a call to Rev McConnell of Stanwood Iowa to the pastorate. Rev McConnell preached here weeks ago and made a favorable impression. It is understood he will likely accept the call.
Exira announces its Fourth of July celebration will mark the town’s 43rd consecutive national day observance, a record unmatched by any other Iowa city. The community notes the long tradition that began decades ago and continues to draw residents and visitors for patriotic events.
Heavy rains lash the region with 1.85 inches in 24 hours and winds accompany the downpour. A cyclone struck Charles City at 4 PM, killing one man and four children, wrecking 200 dwellings and barns, demolishing a bridge, and causing widespread damage along a ten mile path. Train delays due to washouts and minor telegraph damage reported. Atlantic ray of luck noted.
Mrs Barnholdt operated on for appendicitis at the hospital this afternoon with Drs Giles of Marne Scammers of Omaha assisted by Drs Emmett and Morris of this city. Hugh Sebbin, a local boy, had a dinner operation at the hospital. Mrs W J Morrison of Maine was brought to the hospital for medical treatment by Dr Giles.
D F Kelly of Pymosa township reported an error in the township return from the recent primary on senator. The tally showed 74 votes for Allison and 21 for Cummins, but Kelly asserts the correct count is 69 for Allison.
Frank Nebe suffers renewed leg trouble after a previous fracture. Doctors report torn knee ligaments require a plaster cast and crutches for several weeks, delaying activities and recovery plans.
A remedy claim states sprains can heal in less than a week with Cham berlain’s Liniment when used as directed. It is advertised as a remarkable preparation for sprains bruises and chronic or muscular rheumatism. Sold by Atlantic.
Drs Porterfield and Burk performed an appendectomy on Carl Strahline, a young man from the Wiota area, yesterday with Dr Stultz assisting. The patient is recovering well.
Green Bay Lumber Co offers screen doors in all styles and prices for public viewing starting June 16. Doors come in various sizes and frame types to fit home entrances, with pricing to suit budget needs.
A round of visits and travel marks the day with many residents known to be in town or traveling. Rev and Mrs Henderson went to Des Moines, Edith Gillespie left for Des Moines, and Laura Woodward shopped in town. Others include Miss Bessie Martin home from Urbana, Mrs Mabel Adcock visiting, and Bert Bryant among returning locals. Frequented by officials and merchants, the scene shows community ties across Des Moines, Hancock, Lincoln, Chicago, and Plymouth area towns.
The Carnegie library board heard Miss Adams report that eighty seven books were purchased, eight withdrawn, twenty four repaired, sixteen new books registered, fifteen hundred thirty books issued. Open twenty five days with average daily circulation of sixty one. busiest day one hundred thirty five and quietest forty one. Adults added fifty five patrons and two children. books used by adults nine hundred thirty one and five hundred ninety nine by children. Fines collected total three dollars and sixty five cents. Mae Gibbs will address children at 3:30 pm each Thursday for several weeks, targeted at second and third graders. Harper’s Pictorial History of the Civil War has arrived for old soldiers.
James Harris from Montrose Colorado visits slightly ill and likes the country while holding a claim near Montrose. Joe Frank, delayed in Havre Montana on the way to the funeral of Mrs John A Frank, will reach Wednesday. Mark Johnson, returning from Livingston Montana where he ran a moving picture business, says Northwest conditions aren’t great. J B Coate travels to New York City on business. Mrs Coate remains with E W Dufford on Cedar Street. Will Gardner and Chris Kringle leave for Peoria for M W A clerks meeting and a national order meeting respectively.
Several candidates prior to the recent Cumberland primary filed with the county auditor their campaign spending. A H Mountain spent 33.97 dollars, Ralph E King 92.18, L H Pine 91.60, B A Goodspeed 41.00, G L Edwards 13.40. Pettinger and John Smith, elected councilman and mayor, filed statements showing no expenditures.
Jack Grace of Avoca led the Republican primary with the highest votes for sheriff in Pottawattamie county. Mr Gronewig of the Bluffs had the next highest. They will face off at the county convention with no candidate reaching 35 percent, and the contest narrowed to two.
Mr Francis Conlan of 436 Houston St New York lauds Electric Bitters as a grand family medicine for dyspepsia liver issues and back and kidney weakness. The tonic purifies blood regulates digestion and restores vigor for both sexes under a Will A Hamlets guarantee at 5 cents.
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