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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1909
Page
7
Special dispatch from Centerville reports the Junkin murder case where a mother testified about her son and alleged insanity defenses. The state rested its case in Iowa on May 20 1909 as prosecutors detailed the prisoner’s early life and environment.
Walnut tomorrow the Rock Island railroad boys of this city play Walnut. The local boys expected to receive new suits today but a wire from the house says they will not arrive until June fourth.
Griswold Iowa May 29 Special to the News Invitations are out for the June wedding in Griswold of Albert Emigh deputy clerk of the district court to Miss Beulah Buckman a Griswold teacher and well known in the county The couple are widely liked and will marry in Griswold on the ninth of June The town notes a new baby at Highth and Laurel streets weighing thirteen pounds and the file mentions Mrs Ross Bell of Wiota visiting Itown today.
A. C. Peckham former Cumberland principal and Des Moines merchant died in a drowning accident at Twin Lakes near Belmond. He and James Montague pool hall owner fell from a capsized boat while fishing. Peckham's body was recovered later estimated, Montague's found at midnight. Peckham leaves a widow and four children. he recently worked as a solicitor for American Life after stints with Central Life and Equitable Life.
Attend the Promenade Concert and Ball Monday evening May 31 at the opera house. The Atlantic Symphony Orchestra of 18 pieces performs under the direction of Prof. Gq. F. Laeger.
An old advertisement touts Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a universal remedy that strengthens the body and relieves coughs colds croup whooping cough and bronchial issues. It promotes 35 cent tea or tablets from Atlantic Drug Co and a gentle laxative cough syrup sold by W T Falmer & Co, describing it as quick acting and good tasting for children.
The Atlantic Symphony Orchestra presents a strong concert and dance program at the opera house Monday evening. The lineup includes Wagner’s march from Tannhauser, Rosini Italians in Algeria, Verdi Pilgrim’s Chorus, Tobani Gems of Stephen Foster, Verdi Hungarian Fantasia, and Cocoanut Dance by Hérmann. Led by Prof. G. F. Saeger the ensemble features Laeger, Block, McCall, Phelps, and others with Dufford as president and Miller as business manager. A spirited city night of music and dancing is promised.
Bert R. Lean of Cheney Washington recalls a nearly fatal lung trouble that baffled a local expert and resisted Spokane specialist care. After expensive visits he found relief with Dr Kings New Discovery, which cured him completely. It treats lung trouble bronchitis coughs and colds asthma croup and whooping cough. 50 cents and 1.00. Trial bottle free. Guaranteed by all dealers.
A promotional note praises attractive women and claims weak health shows in pimples and skin eruptions. It extols Electric Bitters as a remedy that purifies blood, steadies nerves, and improves digestion, promising a bright complexion and velvety skin. Sold for 50 cents at all dealers.
An advertisement extols Buckten's Arnica Salve as superior for cuts corns burns bruises sores scalds ulcers eczema salt rheum sore eyes cold sores chapped hands and piles. It claims no better salve exists and notes availability from two dealers.
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Life Pills claiming relief from stomach troubles and dyspepsia. It promises improved appetite, nerves, vigor, and better function of stomach liver and kidneys. The copy references Hellfater s Rocky Mountain Tea and lists Atlantic Drug Co dealers.
The News plans to purchase a new two revolution job and cylinder press of latest design to meet growing demand. Installation expected by mid June. In Idaho, Red Oak visitors W A Wallace L W Hughes and B D Bolt, en route to the coast, stopped in Natioa. Audubon teacher Miss Harris leaves for Rome Italy to start a job in October. Mrs Tom Jones of Walnut shopped in the city.
Mr and Mrs F M Nebe hosted a pleasant birthday anniversary gathering at their home last evening. Guests were royally entertained and departed with memories of a delightful evening.
Rock Island trains were delayed today as a freight mishap derailed five cars off the track, halting the eleven o'clock flyer and the eastbound local. No lane losses reported and the line was cleared afterward.
Harlan residents report that C J Guttenfelder has sold the City Hotel business to Mr and Mrs Farris of Dickinson North Dakota. Chris Guttenfelder and his wife may move to York Nebraska to start a restaurant venture.
Walter Beall of R F D added as a new reader to the Evening News today, expanding the newspaper's home delivery roster.
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