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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1908
Page
6
Mrs. R Crouse of Manchester Iowa reports two years of back pain and rheumatic weakness. Kidney issues disrupted sleep until using Deans Kidney Pills, which she says restored kidney action and eliminated back pain. Sold by dealers for 60 cents a box. Booth-Milburn Company, Buffalo, N. Y.
A collage of snippets from ads and commentary includes a witty note about a philosopher and a jest on marriage, a Hall’s Catarrh Cure testimonial offer, and a poem line. It also mentions low wages for coolies in Ceylon, a DIY stock tonic recipe, and a maxim about success not equaling contentment.
Sallie French of Pancaunia, Indian Territory writes that seven years of female troubles left her run down and nervous. After consulting doctors with no relief she sent a letter to Mrs. Pinkham and used Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and is now strong and well.
An — advertisement extols Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a 30 year standard remedy for female illness including displacements inflammation ulcers fibroid tumors irregularities pain backache and digestive issues. It invites letters to Mrs Pinkham in confidence for free advice from Lynn Mass.
The sun of fame set on one of boxing historys most spectacular careers as Joe Gans was battered down by Nelson at Colma ending his era. The piece recalls Gans complex legacy including self confessed dishonesty, public redemption, and enduring popularity after claims of cheating in earlier contests. It notes his long fight for livelihood, years as a lightweight champion factor, and key bouts with Frank Erne.
Billiards scene grows dynamic as a major fall championship is planned after elections. Veterans like Jake Schaefer rest to regain health while Sutton returns to Chicago for practice. Willie Hoppe, after returning the 18.2 trophy, trains at home and expects to play better than ever this season.
The Eastern Big Five Yale Harvard Princeton Pennsylvania and Cornell push for a highly strategic season with rushed preparations and revived veteran help. The forward pass, now two years in rules, will dominate play as accuracy in throwing and catching becomes crucial to avoid fumbles and ensure recovery on the passer side.
Notes describe Kid Elberfeld's improved behavior under a struggling team, Ed Walsh earning 3500 dollars as White Sox ace, Joe Cantillon coaching mainly from the bench, catcher Street nicknamed Gabby for constant talk, Jerry Freeman's life contract with a Washington manicure professional, and Washington outfielders Milan Ganley Pickering and Clymer all batting left-handed.
Reports from San Jose claim Hal Chase, ex-Yankees first baseman, intends to stay retired from major league baseball after quitting late last month. Boston reportedly offered him captaincy and management for next season if he joined the Red Sox, but Chase declined and reiterated his farewell.
Philadelphia catcher Charlie Dooin discusses the essential fighting spirit for success behind the plate. He praises the New York Giants for their courage, explains catching tactics against base runners, and condemns the spitball as a harmful nuisance to receivers. He also notes personal gear and a dive-first style learned from a football player.
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