16 Jun 1920
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1920
Page
1
A telephones and subscription rates notice lists numbers for business and editorial offices, news department, and various carrier and mail rates. It includes one month and multi month terms, domestic and international options in dollars and cents. The fragment details multiple pricing tiers for carrier and mail delivery.
A brief editorial emphasizes that America offers opportunities for all workers with effort and skill, regardless of background. It frames merit and diligence as paths to success, highlighting a hopeful view of social mobility and national resilience.
Atlantic subscribers may arrange evening delivery by calling before seven, with a toll free reminder that the listed number is not the News Telegraph. Mrs Catherine Moreland died yesterday afternoon after years of invalidism, her enduring suffering presented as a Christian lesson and a reminder to stop wrangling over trifles.
The obituary chronicles Albert Moreland's unwavering devotion to his wife in sickness and death. It praises his lifelong fidelity, quiet service, and duty to vows made long ago, portraying him as a man whose true success lies in loyalty rather than fame or wealth. The community offers sympathy and tribute to a steadfast husband.
The editorial critiques Gompers for sidestepping key questions in the Kansas Governor Allen debate on labor capital relations. It highlights the crucial issue of public rights in strikes affecting life essentials and public health, noting Gompers avoided answering and deflected toward the governor.
In a Boston debate Governor Alien pressed Samuel Gompers for clear statements on strikes and potential violence or sabotage. Gompers dodged, leaving the audience wary of his real stance, and prompting calls that he reveal his true convictions despite party risks.
Rippling Rhymes by Walt Mason notes a man on a strict diet to shed weight. He recounts banning treats and living on bran and vegetables until he grows thin, then returns to eating richly, lamenting the return of appetite and appetites.
A narrator laments a life of poverty and hunger while seeking comfort in a hearty meal. The scene describes ribs of beef, potatoes, pie, and cake as a futile distraction from deprivation. The text contrasts abundance with waste and moral emptiness, condemning hunger's toll on dignity.
Thirty five years ago on June 16 1885 Brodie Davis son of Dr J Dave and Edgar Baker son of Charles Baker of Lewis were among the Iowa City academy graduates who will enter the university next year Brodie delivered the valedictory and set a new school record. John Willis of Audubon injured in a Davenport hose race when the cart toppled him he was left there Herbert G Lamson was named Glenwood schools superintendent and marriages included Misa Lauie Murphy of Lewis and J S Crawford Lewis schools superintendent. Fifteen years ago on June 16 1905 Charles Cardio planned work on a new hotel building.
A fragmentary note mentions Mrs F Gole visiting her brother in law Prof Co M Cole who will arrive from Battle Creek Ta. J L Pogue and Miss Flora Briwell of Grant were married by Rev pentrite. An American Legion meeting is planned for Thursday evening June 17 at 7:30 at Hall with a short snappy session. Adjutant.
Yearly milestones note Francis de Lara immigration in 1695 and battles from 1775 to 1916. Newfoundland trade data shows imports from Britain dropping while Canada and the United States rise between 1909 and 1919, with Canada up from 3.9 to 12.8 million and the U.S. from 4.3 to 16.6 million dollars.
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