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Newspaper

Atlantic Evening News

Location

Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1908

Page

6

Democrats Choosed Delegates For Delegate at Large

The document lists Democratic delegates and alternates by district for statewide selection. Delegates at Large include Claude R. Porter of Centerville Jerry B. Sulivan of Des Moines KE G. Dunn of Mason City and C. F. Duncombe of Fort Dodge. Alternates cover districts one through eleven with names and counties.

Claude R. Porter Centerville Jerry B. Sulivan Des Moines KE. G. Dunn Mason City C. F. Duncombe Fort Dodge J. P. Cruickshank Lee W. P. Lippincott van Buren E. M. Sharon Davenport A. Brandt Jackson W. B. Higbee Buchanan J B. Dorsey Mitchell R. Williamson Grundy H. P. Fitzgerald Pama John W. Waley Marshall C. H. Stattenburg Benton S. B. Reynolds Mahaska Claud Meyers Wapello John T. Mulvaney Polk P. J. O’malley Dallas J. J. Dunnegan Page E. J. Sankey Muscatine C. C. Gotham Hardin J. F. Kenefick Franklin C. W. Dillon Worth A. Bernaty Winneshiek J. A. Greene Jones Lewis Heins Linn J. C. Vance Cedar M. J. Donnelly D. W. Bates

Democratic State Convention Chooses Delegates for Denver

Cedar Rapids March 27 The Democratic state convention adjourned after selecting delegates for the national convention in Denver on July 7. General J B Weaver failed to win delegate at large amid anti prohibitionist backlash. Weaver promised to run for governor. Claude Porter and Jerry Sullivan of Des Moines hinted for U S senator. The platform favors the Rhinehart Des Moines version over the Nebraska plan, adopted amid applause after a committee report.

Cedar Rapids Denver J. B. Weaver General Weaver Fred White Weaver Claude R. Porter U. S Jerry B. Sullivan Des Moines G. F. Rhinehart Nebraska Bryan Rinehart Committee C. GO. Holly Toto Committee On Denison

Cosson Files Candidacy In Audubon Dallas Guthrie District

George Cosson, assistant attorney general, announces his bid for senator in the Audubon Dallas Guthrie district. A 35 year old married lawyer from Audubon county with former Dallas county links. George W. White discussed as a potential candidate but not running. J B Elliott also a candidate from Audubon. No candidate is expected from Dallas or Guthrie counties.

Audubon County Cosson J. B Elliott Audubon Dallas Guthrie County State University of

Death of former Atlanticite Joseph Marchant

Joseph Marchant a longtime San Bernardino resident age 75, died after months of illness believed to be due to old age. A veteran politician and former commander of Common Post No. 57, G A R, he was active in the Spiritualists Association. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday March 23 at Aldrich, Stephens & Dean chapel, burial with G A R post in attendance.

Judge Marchant Common Post No. 57 Grand Army of the Republic Spiritualists’ Association of San Bernardino Aldriich, Stephens & Dean Spiritualists’ Association Carnman Post, G. A. R

Musicale Recival at Vose Hall Saturday Evening

A musicale recital will be held at Vose Hall on Saturday evening March 28 at 8 o'clock. Everyone is invited to attend.

Vose Hall

Remember the smoker at the K. P. hall tonight dit

A brief note reports a smoker event at the K P hall tonight. The item notes a gathering location and time but provides few details on participants or purpose.

K. P. Hall

Convention Strife Eases as Weaver Proposes Delegates at Large

Judge Wade Congressman Hamilton Fred White General Weaver and others figure in a party convention scene. General Weaver suggested moving to delegates at large without awaiting the resolutions report. Chairman Miller declared he would not seek re election, easing tensions and reshaping the contest. Denison faction secured key support, Dubuque man named to permanent committee faced opposition. Delegates from Hardin county seated with half votes each, convention adjourned at 7 25 p m with a mood of conciliation.

Judge Wade Dan Hamilton Fred White Weaver Committee On Resolutions Miller Denison Committee On Permanent Organization Dubuque Hardin County

Anita to field strong baseball team this year

The Anita Tribune reports a local effort to form a first class ball club with over 490 dollars raised toward a goal above 500. Veteran players from last year such as Floyd Vinall Osborne and Buck Worthing are set to return, with Pud Northup Wib Todhunter and Bill Aldrich among others possibly joining. The committee will elect officers as plans advance and fans anticipate a bright season with several strong regional teams.

Anita Tribune Anita Wilh Todhunter Harry Dorsey Floyd Vinall Osborne Buck” Worthing Sam Morgan Ralph Forshay Devee Donohoe Pud” Northup Wib Todhunter Old Town Bill”Aldrich Neck of the Woods

Disinfecting Hearses Debate Sparks City Comment

Local undertakers report state health board rules require hearse disinfection after transporting bodies of contagious diseases including pneumonia and typhoid. A physician and a local man question the rule, arguing pneumonia and other illnesses lose danger after death and suggesting broader disinfection steps.

State Board of Health

Oven blaze at Maple street kitchen mocks worst case

A baking mishap at Mrs. L Bigelow's home on Maple street caused an alarm of fire when a burst of flame escaped from an oven as Miss Lillian Bigelow opened it. Neighbors reported the blaze, firefighters arrived quickly, but only bread was ruined and no damage to the house occurred.

Grange

Rock Island closes Valley Junction car shops

Des Moines reports Rock Island lines shut the Valley Junction car shops for a temporary period until April 1. Workers were laid off without explanation while other departments show no reduction and may face cuts tonight. Industry uncertainty and lack of work decline remain at odds with steady overall volume.

Des Moines Rock Island Valley Junction

Judge orders advance payment for divorce filings

Judge Wheeler of the district court issued a rule requiring all fees, including the decree fee, to be deposited with the clerk before any divorce case is heard. If a decree is denied, the unearned portion is returned. The change aims to prevent divorces due to unpaid fees and avoid clients assuming decrees were granted.

Wheeler Avoca Journal-Herald

Rockafellow Seen as Judge Candidate in County

J B Rockafellow of Atlantic visited the city on political business and discussed his bid to succeed Judge Macy. The Shelby county Republicans consider him a potential candidate and note his local ties and long legal career including time in Harlan and current practice in Atlantic.

J. B. Rockafellow Atlantic Macy Shelby County Rockafellow Cass County J.oofbourow Harlan

Card of Thanks Thanks to firemen for prompt response

A card of thanks from Mrs. L. Bigelow and Lillian Bigelow expresses gratitude to the fire department for their ready arrival this morning and their efforts to extinguish what was believed to be a bad fire.

L. Bigelow Lillian Bigelow

Bailey and Sons Advertise Low Priced Hams

Pienie hams offered at 0c per pound by Bailey and Sons in a simple classifieds style notice.

Dsos Bailey & Sons

Weather Outlook for Iowa Tonight Through Saturday

Iowa expects rain or snow tonight and on Saturday with brisk easterly winds. Temperatures will remain steady as a stationary air mass lingers over the state.

Iowa

School Dismisses for Spring Vacation

Public schools dismissed today for spring vacation lasting until Monday April 6. City Attorney Tom C. Whitmore is home from Joliet Illinois after visiting friends. Fred Sherer of Lewis broke his collar bone in a Monday horse fall and is reported improving. Anita plans to organize a talking band for the coming season with promising prospects.

Tom C. Whitmore Joliet, Ill Fred Sherer Lewis Anita

Smoker Tonight at Local Knights of Pythias Lodge

The Knights of Pythias lodge hosts a smoker this evening at the lodge rooms. A large attendance is expected. Luncheon will be served.

of Knights of Pythias Order of Things

Improvements at the Place-The Young Property

Improvements at the Place The Young property at 10th and Cedar streets include several repairs and other unspecified work, with the site described as being otherwise improved.

10Th and Cedar Streets

Baxter’s South Dakota Trip To Gettysburg Farm Year

Wm Baxter from Atlantic visited friends in South Dakota on Monday and left Tuesday with a car of goods for Gettysburg where he will farm this year.

South

Class Play Tonight The Merchant of Venice at Opera House

The junior class presents The Merchant of Venice at the opera house tonight with all parts cast and prepared for a splendid production.

Opera House

Two Filings for Republican Primaries in County Office

Two nomination papers were filed today in the county auditor's office. S K E Shanon seeks the supervisor seat and J S Pressnall runs for justice of the peace.

S. K E. Shanon J. S. Pressnall Justice of the Peace

Mail Carrier Seeks Rest Within Vacation Rulings

Guy Swires of the city mail carrier force discusses the balance of his fourteen day vacation entitlement. He took five days last summer and must take the remaining nine before July first, per department rulings.

Guy Swires

Mrs Bertha Johnson Seeks County Superintendent Vote

Mrs Bertha A Johnson visited town Friday with her father Mr Cobb of Boone as she toured to interview voters about her candidacy for county superintendent.

Bertha A. Johnson Cobb Boone H. H. Battersby Lewis Standard

Baseballist Ernie Gordimer Recovers From Rheumatism

Anita Tribune reports Ernie Gordimer famed Cumberland pitcher suffered rheumatism in recent weeks. Initially feared to be unrecoverable, late updates say he is improving and will be able to be around again soon.

Anita Tribune Ernie Gordimer Cumberland

Treasurer's Office Busy Amid Tax Payment Rush

The county treasurer's office remains exceptionally busy as extra staff handle a surge in over the counter payments. A recent day saw about $15,000 collected, underscoring the looming deadline for tax payments to avoid penalties.

Lowry Working at Dubuque Telegraph

Many friends of James H. Lowry, formerly a Marshalltown newspaperman and on the Telegraph, will be glad to learn he is now at work on the Dubuque Telegraph. He is doing well and is praised as a good newspaper man and a genial gentleman deserving of his success.

Lowry Jas. H. Lowry Telegraph Sheet Dubuque Marshalltown

Katherine Ridgeway Company Charms Atlantic Audience

A noted touring troupe named Katherine Ridgeway Company performed at the M and church last night. The packed audience enjoyed a high quality program from start to finish and the company retained its reputation as one of the best traveling organizations. Atlantic residents gave the troupe a hearty welcome.

Katherine Ridgeway Company Atlantic

Pasture Fire Near Lewis Traced to Locomotive Sparks

Sparks from a posing engine set the Hop ley pasture near Lewis ablaze several days ago. Section men along the track extinguished the fire.

Hopley Lewis

Katherine Ridgeway concert earns season tickets pledge

At the Katherine Ridgeway company concert in the M B church last evening promises to buy season tickets were pledged to assure a course next year. The Epworth League which hosts the course praised the talent presented and urged strong backing next year. An extra concert by Simpson College Orchestra is planned for Thursday evening, April 2.

Katherine Ridgeway Company M. B. Church Epworth League Simpson College

Blake Headed Iowa Delegation Committee for Denver

John Blake named by Cedar Rapids convention to join Claude R. Porter and John O Mallory on a committee to secure headquarters in Denver for the Iowa delegation at the national Democratic Convention. The panel, chosen by Porter, will travel to Denver next Tuesday.

John Blake Denver Cedar Rapids Iowa Colorado City Claude R. Porter John O’mallory Perry Blake Alt. Porter Messrs O’mallory

Listing of Names and Places Across Multiple Cities

A long list of individuals and spouses from Des Moines to Chicago and beyond is catalogued with affiliations including Park and Pullman districts. The roster names many households and addresses, such as Cardio O Kiapp Toledo and Katherine Ridgeway, plus firms like company Boston and J. Schultz Chicago, reflecting a fragmented directory-like record.

O. E. Kiapp Toledo, CO J. B. McDaniel Des Moines C. L. Kuhlman Charter Oak M. M. Lewis Bloomington J. A. Nicholson H. A. Levene Chicago J. W. McCrory J. C. Spangler Walnut Lewis W. J. Charles M. Esbeck Kim Ballton J. W .Whitmore Minneapolis Park E. B. O’mara Cedar Rapids G. E. Markle F .W. Newton Council Bluffs C. B. Vedder South Bend Ind W .F. Moershell Omaha G. H. Mercer Ames A. BE. Bray J. Wallace B. W. Dow Davenport P. R. Wassig R. S& Usen J. J. LeRoy Kansas City S. J. Bennett Geo. N. Berger R. F. Mannatt K. Cook R. CC. Mew Jefferson G. FP. Wheler Griswold John R. Wright C. C. West N. O/Brien J. H. Mills EB. P. van Dentrie H. J. Gensiger W. R. Johnston Sioux City J. OM. McKanahan Audubon Dorsey Hannell J. A. Thurlow H. W. Haderer

Rug Ads Offer Axminster Rugs and Tapestries

The notice invites readers to view a sample line of Axminster rugs and ornate tapestries at CHRISTIANSEN BROS and encourages customers to come in and inspect the merchandise.

Axminsters Christisnsen

Real Estate Transfers March 26 Report

THOS. Db. Pl Hogan and wife transfer to Charles la Shields a west or northwest quarter lot in section 32 township 75 range 04 for 2100 dollars. Property described as W Dall nw% indicates a deed notation. The transaction appears under real estate transfers dated March 26.

Thos. Db Hogan Charles la Shields

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