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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1909
Page
5
An Atlantic man narrowly escaped a graft scheme by a gang known for fake foot races and prize fights. The plot centered on a Keokuk wrestling match designed to lure him into wagering 3500 dollars, with locals warned by friends to avoid the trap and the con men left wondering why he backed down.
A blunt advertising note from Emery Burgner at 10 E Fourth St Atlantic Iowa asserts individuality in clothing and rejects ready made styles showing that good clothes require matching price and tailor effort. It promotes spring styles as distinct and emphasizes personal fit over mass produced outfits.
Dr J B Trimble of Kansas City, a noted missionary worker, will be in Atlantic Friday and Friday night for a meeting at the Methodist church attended by all men. He tours towns for the Laymen's Missionary Movement ahead of the state conference in Des Moines on March 23 24 and 25. The movement is interdenominational with broad ministerial support in Atlantic.
Councilman William Duwe and Councilman Frank Luke depart from the city council this week. Both will relocate with their families to farming land in Willisca North Dakota and Bear Grove near Guthrie Center respectively. Duwe’s farm sits a mile and a half from Villisca. Luke’s new home is near Bear Grove.
A Washington office records an apology for failing to chronicle Fred Warren’s report that the Rock Island railroad had shipped sausage meat from a valuable lot. The writer apologizes for the delay and promises to correct the neglect in future editions.
Long list of real estate transfers dated March 1909 filed in the County Recorder Office. Mentions numerous grantors, grantees, lot descriptions, and mortgage amounts across multiple parcels including 2-25-09 se4 and 36-75-35 etc. Notable names include Jay W. Preston, G.C. Tafson, Emma Kohischeen, Frank Breece, W. C. Gaedke, Leonard A. Zuck, Cyrus J. Lattig, James Morgan, W. P. Nelson, John Olsen, Mary C. Masteller, and others with values ranging up to several thousand dollars.
Senator Bruce Here and Senator J B Bruce are home from Des Moines during the legislature vacation and will leave tonight or tomorrow to resume duties when the session reconvenes. Bruce says the real estate mortgage bill was not introduced by him but by Senator Hunter and that he opposes the measure now after an initial inclination to favor it.
A 60 pound pig strayed from the owner's place near Atlantic on Monday evening. Information leading to its return is gratefully received. Please leave any tips at the Marshal's office. A Wallach.
A playful ad suggests Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a nightly remedy, promising a handsome girl and a handsome Knight. The snippet presents a coy promotional line likely from a period tobacco or patent medicine storefront.
Mr and Mrs Henry C Walter entertained about thirty friends and neighbors Friday evening February 26 marking their first anniversary. A three course luncheon was served and guests wished them many returns of the day. The Congregational Kensington event hosted at Mrs W A McWaid’s home drew a large, enjoyable attendance.
Ames via the Agricultural Extension Department announces an amateur corn growing contest for boys and girls under eight. Participants will receive ear samples and planting instructions from B. W. Crossley. Corn varieties include Reid's Yellow Dent Legal Tender Boone County White and Iowa Ideal. Special premiums offered. write Crossley for information.
Parties leaving Atlantic offer 500 and 1000 share certificates at 25 cents per share with transfer free. George McCormick bought the C. W. Brown residence and plans remodeling in R. A. Berry’s east city area amid unverified rumors. Mirth Buckley and wife returned to North Dakota after visiting J. H. Laurenson’s family. father-in-law gravely ill in Griswold, Cass County.
City council meets in regular session this evening to transact routine city business and address standard municipal matters.
James McCourt adds two dollars to the horse case team fund of the firemen. The complete list will be published tomorrow in full.
The Lewis Ad. B. A. Lewis, photographer, runs a limited time offer in this issue offering pictures at 75 cents each for a few days. Take advantage of this splendid deal while it lasts.
This notice describes common skin diseases including eczema tetter and barber's itch causing intense itching and disturbance of sleep. It states Quick relief comes from applying Chamberlains Salve which allays itching instantly and notes many cases cured. Atlantic Drug Co sells it. A final line mentions Mr Elie of the bindery calling in person.
F. D. Kerkmann and Mrs. Anna Kaiffmann both of Massena were married in this city today by Rev Braun of the German Evangelical church.
Dan M. McCarthy of Ednatownship underwent surgery today at the hospital performed by Dr. J M Emmert with assistance from Drs. Morris and Campbell. McCarthy is reported to be recovering well.
Harry Wilson of Waynetown Indiana calls Chamberlain's Cough Remedy unequalled as a cure for croup and effective for cold and throat troubles. When given at the first sign of a croupy cough it can prevent the attack and is widely used in thousands of homes. For sale by the Atlantic Drug Co.
Chay Walters was discharged by Justice S W Straight after a trial in which evidence was deemed insufficient to convict him of adultery. A. R Ward testified he saw Walters near Mrs Ward’s house, but other witnesses contradicted accusations. Ward and his wife described domestic trouble and past abuse, undermining the prosecution.
An assorted advertisement block mentions Kodak goods at Fred Alexander’s and offers a free scholarship information to Robert J. Sherdock of New York City. It notes the Iowa Corn Growers Association weighing moving its HQ and show to Des Moines, with the corn show in December and a January short course remaining in Ames. A Be es Laxative Cough Syrup ad closes the item.
John Christian Goeken laborer of Atlantic filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in federal court yesterday. He lists assets at 54 with 1,425 in liabilities and three notes totaling 5,000 for Minnesota land, which he alleges is void because the contract was never executed.
The red faced child of H. M. Adams in Henrietta Pa suffered eczema for five years. Doctors said poisoned blood reached his lungs and no cure. His mother claims seven bottles of Electric Bitters cured him. For eruptions eczema salt rheum sores blood disorders and rheumatism Electric Bitters is supreme. 50c guaranteed by all druggists. Scratch pads 2 for 6 cents at the New office dwtr.
Carl Eyler son travels to Atlantic on business. Hans Anderson and Karte Genson leave the College for home. Charlie Thompson buys hogs in Brayton. A. N. & S. Ry board meeting in Atlantic. W. Rattenberg scheduled visit to Hamlin. Jens Mullure returns from Canada exploring land. Lawrence Fredrickson ships hogs to Ross Nisson. College concert by Prof Bang and Kimballton orchestra fills hall. Dick Powers from Brayton joins college program on cornet. Tina Carlson to open millinery line after Des Moines purchase. Funeral for Mrs Bol Thompson. property changes noted. John Christenson leaves College. Boe restaurant sold to Hans Larson. Joe James recovering. Ole Madsen buys eight acres for 2400. Willie Rattenberg gains meat market interest. Hansen the painter moves into old barber shop. Nick Fredrickson moving goods to Guthrie Center.
Physicians urge County Attorney Goodspeed to act on alleged non enforcement of health laws in Pumosa township. Trustees not organized as a board of health, fumigation and disinfection not carried out, but action unlikely due to perceived oversight rather than willful breach. Also notices adjoin: 5 cent box paper at News office and naval oranges by the peck at Bailey's.
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