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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1908
Page
2
The Atlantic News announces subscription changes and staff details including SHASF CHASE and E B Chase. It lists post office status, associate editor, and contact lines, with annual mail rates from domestic and foreign destinations.
A vintage advertisement touts Hollister s Rocky Mountain Tea and tablets as life boosting. Priced at 35 cents, the stimulant is promoted to uplift the heart and soul, offering relief from despair. Atlantic Drug Company is noted as the seller.
A political commentary ridicules Bryan and the Democratic Party for realigning on key issues since 1896. It traces Bryan’s labor from free silver to anti imperialism and questions renewed pledges at the next convention, arguing the retreat remark is a weak opening shot.
The article extols politics as a civilizing spectacle, praising public discourse and decorum. It contrasts genteel political debate with loud partisanship, urging readers to value temperate oratory, shared civic purpose, and informed citizen engagement.
Advert says women with thinning hair can prevent shedding and thicken growth using Newbro’s Herpicide. Claims eradicate dandruff germs at the root, prompting new hair growth with no oil or grease, leaves no stain or tie. Sample offered through druggists, Detroit company, two sizes 66 cents and $1.00.
An advertisement extols a world trusted standard for family health, presenting Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as an ethical, physician approved laxative. It urges buyers to prefer the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. product, sold by leading druggists.
Washington June 19 The published correspondence between Secretary Taft and Senator Foraker follows the Nomination at Chicago Both men extend cordial congratulations and best wishes for success in November Taft replies with gratitude recalling Foraker’s help in his early career and expressing sincere regards The exchange stands as a testament to bipartisan civility in party affairs
The Connecticut state board of health warns the ordinary house fly spreads typhoid. It notes flies thrive when manure, garbage, and filth abound and urges cleaner streets, better stable care, and screened homes as essential measures to curb transmission.
SHWAWS ESTIMATE OF TAFT lauds him as a clean, whole souled American with high ideals. Shaw testifies Taft is not an imitator and possesses keen perceptions, unbiassed judgment, and a lovable character, reflecting broad public support amidst campaign disputes.
The Register and Leader notes Taft’s strong personality and initiative, suggesting there will be no exception to failure and that he could grow rapidly as the campaign advances if he projects his character onto public consciousness. Secretary Shaw is praised for keen leadership and experience with both the president and Taft, with Iowa expected to accept his forecast.
Col Joseph Hiboeck in Staats Anzeiger denounces the primary law as a fraud after reporting only 125 Democrat votes in Hardin county and minimal participation in Hamilton county. He blames Governor Cummins and allies for crafting a law meant to win Senate support, while many Democrats voted Republican or stayed home. The piece contrasts with a biblical quotation and ends with a puzzled remark about Jacob and Rachel.
A fragment recalls a man weeping after a kiss and his silent, repeated gesture, while the woman only weeps for joy. The speaker contrasts modern affection with Jake’s era, noting a shift in courtship norms. No dates or places are provided.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt criticizes stamp carelessness, noting loose stamps wasted in pockets and drawers enrich the government. It cites improper affixing and incorrect postage as common errors, causing delays or excess payments.
The Westminster Gazette recalls Burke and Fitt era debates as MPs eased tedium by biting oranges and cracking bats while lying on benches. Brougham delivered a six hour law reform speech in 1828 with oranges nearby. Joseph Hume munched pens from bulging pockets, resting against his favorite post, amid a lobby vendor’s vivid dress and the lobby’s vivid portrait.
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