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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
2
A brief item notes that the Bee is published every evening except Sunday and lists a price of 2.50. It reflects a historic newspaper pricing and distribution detail with a concise statement of publication schedule.
The News rejects Democratic county recorder hopefuls claims of editor buying influence. It recalls past improprieties, defends its integrity, and notes the candidate’s shift from gambling to campaigning while praising Levi Mountain and his son as respected county citizens.
The paper asserts Major Lacey will win the primary but needs Republican legislature votes to secure nomination. It argues a Cass county Democrat could shift Porter’s chances and that Democrats hope for reps from Cass and similar counties to elect Porter. It says Voorhees is not an anti-Lacey vote and Meredith backs Lacey via pledge and will vote for him if he wins the primary.
The passage questions a standpatter’s ability to back Voorhees under current circumstances. It warns that a single vote could shift the outcome and urges voters to adhere to party lines by supporting the Republican ticket from top to bottom.
A loud civic notice urges immediate voter registration highlighting a legal requirement to register to vote this year and warning that failure to enroll will result in losing one’s vote. The message emphasizes tonight and upcoming days as the deadline.
The piece forecasts the election of William Howard Taft and suggests Republicans will wonder how they let a Democratic bluff affect them. It states death and taxes are more certain than Taft’s election.
The piece argues Democrats cannot gain in Iowa's next general assembly, blaming voter apathy among Republicans. It says a Republican majority is needed to elect a United States senator, with a primary between Major Jacey and Governor Cummins determining the solid party vote. It mocks Democratic strategy and urges Republicans to support their slate to prevent a Democrat victory, warning against splitting the ticket.
The inquiry asks what Democrats would give Republicans for votes against any Republican on the ticket. The answer is a single word: NOTHING. They claim they have nothing to offer and would not give it if they did. The president criticizes Bryan and Gompers, warning that the Democratic platform, if it means what Gompers claims, threatens every business interest in the country.
The inquiry asks if additional Democratic candidates have pledged to appeal to Republicans to vote for them regardless of the rest of the ticket. It seeks examples of such cross‑ticket appeals and their political implications.
The Chicago Record-Herald reports a statewide Michigan poll showing Taft with a plurality estimated between fifty thousand and one hundred thousand votes, indicating strong support for the Republican candidate.
Carroll Iowa October 23 news indicates a detailed audit of the First National bank of Carroll will take about two weeks. Managers confirm depositors will be paid in full while a reorganization and possible charter sale to outside capitalists are being discussed. If reopened, the bank would operate under new management.
Twenty Duroc Jersey boars of various ages available. Some springs and falls. Inquiries directed to CHAS SNYDER at 14th and Locust streets, Atlantic Iowa.
Rev. and Mrs. F. W. Keagy were given a farewell reception at the Bohling home prior to their move to Harlan around November first. The Lewis Standard notes their yearlong stay, community bonds, and the larger field awaiting them, praising their exemplary service.
An old article notes James Watt observing steam power lifting a kettle lid and links it to a modern discovery of a tiny germ causing hair loss. Newhro's FHerpicide claims to destroy the germ and restore hair. sample requests sent to The Herpicide Co in Detroit.
The Kingston North Carolina Baptist elder Henry Cunningham testifies Vinol restored his health after digestion issues and vertigo. The ad claims Vinol is a cod liver extract with tonic iron and wine, improving appetite digestion and blood. Atlantic Drug Co. promotes a money back guarantee.
A compiled list of visitors and locals in Atlantic and nearby towns. Notable entries include Mr. and Mrs. Porter visiting Audubon, Mrs. Canfield of Lewis, Ruby Winters of Maine, Dr. T. B. Morris visiting Des Moines, Mrs. June Childs and Mrs. Schindel returning from Lewis, and Lizzie Lynch departing for Philadelphia. Also mentions of residents traveling to Des Moines, Wiota, Red Oak, and Grinnell, plus festival attendance and a reminder to register.
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