06 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1917
Page
1
The piece argues that if the United States enters the European war the long term danger may come from allowing the major neutral power to join the combatants. It warns America could weaken itself and notes Japan is rising in China and could seize the moment to push its interests as Europe exhausts itself.
The Iowa Press association gathers in Des Moines for a three day meeting Thursday through Saturday with about six hundred men and some women expected. A big Thursday dinner is planned at the Chamberlain hotel by the Greater Des Moines committee. George Ade the Indiana humorist is among those mentioned.
A lengthy preview notes prominent figures including Secretary Caswell and publisher speakers at a major advertising and publishing gathering in Atlantic. It praises Mayor Burnea and signals his re election bid, commending his crime free tenure and city improvements while urging continued civic service. The piece frames the event as a valuable business opportunity with guaranteed activity every minute.
Senator Kenyon of Iowa opposes the Rockefeller foundation as a vehicle for influencing youth and shaping public opinion. He argues the foundation serves hidden interests and poses a threat to voters and democratic rights, while noting his reputation as a vigilant critic.
In a clarification from the newsroom, the editor asserts that a newspaper cannot obtain information through supernatural methods and emphasizes reliance on direct reporting and verification. The statement underscores journalistic standards and skepticism toward unproven sources.
The piece laments rising prices for everyday goods pinching writers in their garrets. It notes poets must buy meat leather and ink while prices climb, yet art remains a total loss as more poets fade. Copyright by George Matthew Adams.
The editor Beard urges readers to supply news for a more interesting daily paper. He asks locals to share any information that could form readable ties or stories. He emphasizes his goal of a £ 004 paper every day and invites community help.
The piece lauds Henry Ford as a patriot despite disagreements over government policy. It notes his extreme pacifism and his offer to convert his vast automobile plant for wartime termination efforts without profit, calling this true patriotism.
Ten couples attended a Carl Christensen home gathering Sunday evening with a two course luncheon honoring Miss Bary Rattenborg who will soon travel to Dead Moines to buy millinery for a Elk Horn shop begun with her sister Mrs Folmer Hansen. Thirty M. C. P. Club members enjoyed a character party at Mrs A B Dungan's home with songs, charades, and a mock orchestra. Mrs Ina Cardic Tobson of Griswold received a silver tea service as a marriage gift.
Worthing returned last evening from Jefferson Virginia where he spent three weeks assisting the new county treasurer and deputy and getting acquainted with their duties. John Larsen moved from 407 Spruce Street to a farm Abe Foster now occupies the Caspar Beckmann farm. O W Duke formerly auditor of Page county at Clarinda was a business visitor in the city and visited Auditor Kringer's Office. The Delver notes the Sunday school class of the Christian church will host a social in the church parlors Thursday evening run by the boys of the class. A want ad seeks to sell rent or buy at one cent per word.
Des Moines report notes Rep. Eppa Ottumwa led a probe into Iowa coal pricing. He warned prices as high as 4.50 in Des Moines while Ottumwa sold coal 14 to 26 cents a bushel and Eldon stayed under 12 cents. He urged correction of misperceptions about the inquiry. The committee lacks power to call witnesses and aims to spur action by prosecutors. A separate railroad car shortage matter was also referred to the committee.
Describes the torren s land title system proposed by Robert Warrens of Australia. The Iowa legislature debates its practice, committee referral, and potential backfire toward Republicans. The system issues duplicate certificates of title with debt and lien details, promising no title search but deemed impractical in several states.
A fragmented line hints at wheels and horse races with commentary on modern ad style and rapid motion. The text reads like a brief, lively note from a local paper about speed and spectacle without clear events or names.
Mrs. Arthur Cpp of Bellefontaine says Vinol, a tonic with beef and cod liver peptones iron and manganese peptonate, restored her energy after weakness and nervousness. She reports becoming strong, well and able to manage chores again after other remedies failed.
The Long Beach based Worth While magazine prints a photo and biography of E. J. Gillette, former Atlantic boy and owner of Advance Cloak and Salt Shop at 127 Pine Ave. It highlights his civic leadership with the Merchants and Manufacturers Association and the Chamber of Commerce.
Speaker Pitt proposes trimming the large force of state inspectors. The idea would let governor or attorney general call in local officers to aid in evidence gathering and enforcement. Departments such as labor, fire marshal, dairy and wood, and public instruction could be affected. Pitt foresees a joint legislative committee to study overlaps and hints at an adjourned session with pay backing, despite opposition.
Fred Oswald Naylor born Keene North Dakota January 1877 died Anita Iowa September 5 1917 at 730 pm. Funeral services set for Thursday at 10 am Congregational church Anita with interment Bowman Chapel Cemetery North Branch Indiana. He married Cora Burt December 20 1877 Jay North Dakota. Survived by wife three sons three daughters five grandchildren and one sister. Mason a funeral details and Moose dance postponed. call Mrs. Clyne Buckley for arrangements.
An old advertisement touts St Jacobs Gil as a quick fix for backache lumbago sciatica and rheumatism. The copy promises rapid relief from soreness by rubbing a small trial bottle onto the aching area and claims the oil is soothing penetrating harmless and non burning.
An old ad suggests diet can ease bowel movements. It notes cheese tea and boiled foods may slow digestion while raw fruits especially apples and bananas graham and whole wheat bread aid movement. For constipation the ad recommends one or two Chamberlains Tableta after supper, available widely.
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