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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1909
Page
5
A local meeting at Smiley Music Hall to form a retailers association drew only nine attendees despite sixty signers. Organizers plan a later banquet with an outside expert on scientific selling, aim to create a rest room for visitors staffed by a matron, and schedule special sales days once the group forms.
Abe Pisiizestad yesterday afternoon on upper Chestnut Street lost control of a horse causing the buggy to stall against a curb near Clark 2 Brandt hardware shop. The horse cavorted and the driver attempted to manage the animal, preventing a worse collision and injuries.
George Kness, who recently underwent amputation of his right foot at the hospital, is not recovering as hoped. He suffers from long standing diabetes which complicates healing and leaves him in poor condition.
June 1909 transfers include Ole Davis et al to Nels Nelson for 100 dollars recording at Atlantic properties. Edward J Young to Sophia M Moel Jer 4 14 09 deed 6b 107 Atlantic. J C Robinson to Mrs BE Al yvord wd 6 15 09 nm 1-3 4-6 b IL Amita. Marie Hansen to peer K Ratten berg wd 6 15 69 It 10-11-12 9 100 Atlantic. George B Prall and wt to R B Bell acd 18 09 it 3b 13 Wiota. Lizzie Edson to W J Woodward acd 3.30 09 It 4b 4 Griswold.
A promotional offer from CHAS. BLOCK & SON announcing a $2.00 pair of automobile gloves to anyone making a home run in the upcoming game between the Fords and Reoa.
Glenwood Iowa June 17 Judge Woodruff in charge of probate matters was surprised by a request from A S Paul administrator of the estate of C G Oaks. The executor sought court permission to buy an automobile for the heir, a minor son of the deceased Walter Oaks, arguing it would be needed for the estate's benefit.
Tomorrow afternoon at the baseball park the Fords and the Reos cross bats in a much anticipated contest. W A McWaid will start and may bring in a major league pitcher if his arm fails. Trophies from Atlantic Auto Co. will be awarded to the winners, purchased in Chicago on the way back from Lansing.
Mrs. BR Wasson spent the day in Harlan. Mrs. Frank Bell returned home to Wiota. Esther Derby of Maine visited Zeta Lang. Wm. Crisman and wife visiting relatives in Russell. Annie Johnson visiting sister in Casey. Dr G R Miller and Carl Litterst went to Casey. E Schelm went to Casey to look after his farm. Bessie Sampson went to Wiota to visit friends. Will Wussler to Guinness to visit parents. Charles Kolb P I Appleman and Jake Weitzel to Adair for gun shoot. Mrs. Crowley E Cole and baby returned from Spencer visit. Mrs. C R Weir visiting parents in this city. Miss A Selby and davehier from Adair. Agnes McCarthy and Celia O Dear returned from Omata. Mesdames R Noyes and E C Ayres shopping from Lewis. Mrs John Galvin and Aftle grandson of Walnut in city. Louis Larson of Ele Horn visited P H Erickson home. Rev Shenton and wife returned from Stuart Epworth League. Mrs Frank Cox and R N Norris to Valley Junction to visit Royce Cox family. Mr and Mrs Luxford and daughter home to Harlan. Mrs Luxford sister of Dr V J Robinson. Mr and Mrs A C Jensen left for eastern trip via flyer.
Des Moines Capital report shows Louis R. Hough a hog buyer facing a divorce from wife Laura Wilson Hough. In Judge McHennary’s courtroom, Mrs Hough testified to an affinity and decree, corroborated by Mrs Mabel Morehead who said she knew conditions at the Hough home. Hough has not been seen in town recently.
Special for Saturday offering fifty dozen silk lisle hose in fast black at 17 cents a pair or three pairs for a dollar. Charley Block & Son promotes the deal with the stated bargain.
Dr Elery Losey attempted a tooth extraction from a horse named Wilwam Steele last Monday when his hand slipped. The horse clenched and bit off most of the doctor’s thumb near the first joint, a severely painful injury that disgusts the groom and witnesses in Anita Tribune coverage.
The Anita Tribune recounts how Uncle Don Kellogg fell into Turkey Creek and was unable to exit, standing in cold water up to his pistol pocket for hours until assistance arrived. His mother Kellogg devised a rope-and-stake scheme, letting Uncle Don grab the rope from the creek and pulling himself out with great effort and amusement.
The Chicago Rock Island & Pacific Railway will appeal to district court over the Nishnabotna drainage ditch established by the Pottawattamie County board. Objectors may join the appeal or back the rail line, which would affect the Rock Island route from Avoca to Carson. Appraisers set Bates farm damages at 560, raised to 1060 by the board, far below the owners 2500 claim.
The 44 deal completed yesterday transfers ownership of county attorney Goodspeed’s residence at Tenth and Poplar Streets to Gail Johnson living west of the city limits. Johnson pays 2234 dollars and takes possession October first, planning to move in and decide on improvements or rental later. The notice includes a fragment from Kansas poet Lanavus Lyre found around a stump and a rustic verse about promises and travel.
A double header for one admission at twenty five cents features the Rock Island team versus Cedar Rapids at 1 09 and the Merchants Greys against Extra in fast, competitive contests worth seeing.
The Atlantic Concert Orchestra now based on E. P. orchestra departed for Red Oak to perform tonight at a large Armory reception hosted by Mrs. T. K. Murphy. The event ranks as a major season occasion and marks local orchestra employment as a token of musicians’ ability. George Case, longtime Marshalltown Soldiers Home resident, appears in town seeking an extended stay and reports good health.
Market letter from Bros & Co Chicago notes moderate cattle receipts and overall disappointing trade with slow to open sessions. Yearlings demand shown, but heavier cattle weak. Hog receipts 21 000 Wednesday, early strength but closed weak with many unsold. Top steer price 7 20, hogs 7 99 to 8 10, sheep market strong with fair outlook.
Ross Wallace city mail carrier and his wife travel to Ashland Oregon to visit Mrs Wallace’s father C Y T Cappellar and wife while Wallace takes a vacation. Bob Jacobsen covers the route in his absence. Wilson Graham, son of Dr Graham, arrives from Colorado Springs to spend his vacation.
City officials review a petition signed by a majority of freeholders requesting a special election on a five percent tax to fund the Atlantic Northern and Southern extension. The council and city clerk are checking the list of freeholders and petition integrity. proceedings may continue tomorrow. A lawn social is announced for tonight at Seventh and Locust streets.
Partly cloudy tonight and Friday with cooler temperatures in the eastern area. Ice cream, strawberries and cake will be served at the social tonight at the corner of Seventh and Locust streets.
The Church of Christ plans a full day on Sunday July 4 beginning with Bible school at 10 a.m. and closing with an 8 p.m. night service. Classes will carry American flags and the class with the largest attendance and largest offering will receive a hunting flag. Patriotic sermons will be delivered by the pastor and attendees will receive American flags. Next Sunday will be Rose Day at the Bible school with members asked to wear a rose. A lawn social is planned tonight at E N Wolaver's home corner Seventh and Locust streets with ice cream and cake. Miss Gittins to wed Henry Scott Linn at 408 West Tenth Street at noon on Wednesday June 30 with Rev. Griffith officiating. The Baptist Ladies announce a Kensington at Mrs C P Meredith's Tuesday afternoon June 22.
Howe from Lansing reports a contract for 200 Revs for next season and six more counties added to his territory after a Lansing business trip. The local agency sold more cars last year and again this year, with strong jobbing business and plans to double operations next year.
Another letter to Mr. Boorman reports continued improvement of Rev. C. P. Ball who has been ill with typhoid fever. His progress is steady and recovery appears practically assured. J. B. Cecil of Anita visited the city on business.
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