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Newspaper
Atlantic Evening News
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1908
Page
5
A prominent northern Iowa banker told delegates in Des Moines the deposit guaranty plan misses the real issues. He urged focusing on employment and subsistence before banking safeguards, warned that Bryan’s election would threaten tariff policy, and argued bankers distrust his currency reforms and past support for bimetallism.
William Hopley a pioneer resident since 1858 died at eleven this morning at the home of his son in law Dr Campbell and wife on West Sixth street after years of leg tumor suffering. Born in Cheshire England December 1 1837 he came to America in 1854 lived in Jersey City four years then moved to Atlantic township where he built a large stock and dairy business. Married in February 1864 to Mattie Okell she died 1884 leaving seven children five living Jennie Sophia Blanche Frank Thomas survive with brothers Peter and James. He was a Mason Elk and Republican and funeral plans await word from South Dakota.
The Massena Savings Bank suit against Robert Garside, led by attorney T B Swan, has emptied the town of its livery barn. Deputy Bosley moved all related property to Atlantic last Saturday. The September term, begun September 15, was moved to 22, with doubts about a trial this term and rising costs.
For Iowa generally fair tonight and Sunday with little change in temperature. Chicago, Sept 12, 1908. Weather bulletin notes fair conditions across the region.
L W Wheatley of Anita arrived in the city for business matters and to visit friends during a day in town.
A discussion questions whether wages should stay at their current elevated level or move to align with workers’ pay in Europe and Asia. The query weighs sustaining current earnings against possible reductions to match regional labor markets, reflecting global wage tensions.
Avoca Iowa September 12 council Bluffs day marked the close of the Pottawattamie county fair. Thousands from across Iowa attended as races dominated entertainment with one mishap when Katherine P slipped and rider H Eldritch was briefly injured. Winners included Loxie, Katherine Po, and Mike Triumph in various events and Avoca duo L. W. Taylor and C. W. Norton won best decorated automobile honors.
Auditor B F Carroll to issue report noting deposits held by state and savings banks rose by 1 939 961 from May 14 to Aug 14 bringing total to 201 867 265. In three months the number of banks grew by eleven, with capital stock up 338 000 and reserves steady near 21 percent.
Harry Swan delivered Bokhara peaches to the office, grown on T. B. Swan and wife’s place. Though not as large as those from the Newcomb place, the fruit is superb and proves the finest peaches can be grown locally.
John Stoedt a well known Wiota resident died last night at a local hotel after a long illness baffling physicians His age is listed as 35 though later text mentions 65 He leaves a wife and is a brother to Charles and the late Mort Stoedt Funeral set for Wiota M E B Church at 2 o clock with interment in Wiota Cemetery
The Coring band claims $75 is owed from a July firemen's tourney held in the city and has sent the account to local attorneys for collection. The committee in charge held a meeting and decided they do not owe the money.
L. D. Thomas notes an improved hack now ready to carry passengers and baggage to and from all trains, signaling enhanced service.
The South and West Immigration Company announces a departure to Texas on Tuesday September 15 seeking cheap rates and routing details. For information contact H. G. Dacken secretary at Atlantic National Bank Atlantic Iowa via call mail or phone.
The Denver Western League team will visit Denver to play the locals on Wednesday the 13th of September. Manager Franklin arranged the date this morning, and the Greys expect a tough test against a first class ball squad. A pileup of local talent will also face a Benton Bloomers and Anita combined team tomorrow afternoon, promising an entertaining game.
Mrs. B S Harlan invites a competent girl for general housework at 701 Hazel Street. No other details readily readable from the fragment.
An ad notes a show featuring the smallest mother in the world arriving here next week. The exhibit will run during the day at the fair grounds and at night on the street, after coming from Butte, Montana. She previously drew crowds at the Jamestown exposition, where over 450,000 people paid to see her.
Two setter pups lost one white with black spots and one white with brown spots. Reward offered. Respond to P. I. Apple man.
A society page notes the invitation for Lulu Adella King to wed Fred Lester Warren at 8 p.m. September 19 at 211 East Fifth Street, with home life beginning October 1 north of the city. It also covers Mrs. Wissler’s visit, hosted by Mrs. Harkins, featuring farmed dishes, and a large afternoon gathering at Mrs. R. B. King’s home for about three hundred ladies, plus a 1909 Atlantic high school hay rack ride as a class event marking the start of the school year.
Al Hosteller and Cass County men who toured land to be opened for settlement in Tripp County returned home. They found much land gumbo soil and shale, hard to access water, and claimed the best tracts are owned by Indians. All returned except Milt Darling who moved further into Dakota.
Francis Kohl of Wiota aged 22 and Tina Simon also of Wiota aged 22 obtained marriage licenses.
The old reliable John Eger who lives near Lewis was a caller in the city today and paused to let the light of his countenance illuminate the dingy recesses of our sanctum. John is a good friend of this paper and his visits are always welcome.
The Danish Lutheran Church announces Sunday school at 9 or 10 a.m. service at 10 a.m. and a preaching service at 2 p.m. All are warmly invited to attend with music and sermons expected. Pastor G. F. Braun urges everyone to join.
Public services at the Presbyterian church include morning and evening gatherings. Morning subject: Not to Deny and Reject, but to Redeem and Glorify. Mr and Mrs E J George of Chicago will sing at both services.
A 10:45 sermon by Dr Hill followed by an 8 per sermon by Mr Henderson on the theme If Christ Were Here appears in yesterday’s news. Mr Henderson invites Atlantic residents to hear the service and to file any objections, which will be courteously received and considered.
At 10:00 a.m. Bible school with sermons at 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. The morning hour will cover finishing the Osceola convention report. Evening subject is Winning Life. Wednesday night approved evangelistic services for January. All members urged to attend and stay alive with spirit and enthusiasm. Cordial invitation to worship on the Lord's Day. V. M. Elston.
Mrs A H Walker of Massena died Tuesday in her home after months of consumption. She was 57, born Mary F South in Knoys County Illinois on November 15 1869. She married Abrattan H Walker October 8 1889 and leaves husband Verdie their daughter and many relatives. Funeral held at M B church with Rev Robinson officiating. Burial Victoria cemetery on family lot where her mother in law rests.
Pearl M. Taylor of Harlan married Rev. Guy M. Sarvis of Highmore at the Church of Christ in Harlan last evening. The couple plan a wedding trip to the east, then return to Chicago to continue university coursework before going to Japan as missionaries.
An informal reception for Dr B S Hill will be held Tuesday evening September 15 at the Congregational church. All are invited to attend.
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