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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
5
The famed novelist Elm er Glyn writes at home in a room whose purple walls and carpet reflect her distinctive taste. Her quiet study, a haven for fiction, showcases her signature color choice as she crafts new works.
Atlantic briefs report vacation by deputy county superintendent Myrtle Hard enbergh, a forthcoming Atlantic versus Avoga basketball game next Sunday at 2 30, Ed Sachau undergoes major surgery at Atlantic hospital, and Mrs. C E Kringel returning from Guthrie Center. Also notes a fair attendance at Fletcher chapel ice cream social and a home visit from Vicit.
A veteran blacksmith sustained a badly scalded foot when the handle caused a mishap at the forge. He received first aid and plans to resume work after a brief recovery period.
A large funeral service was held this morning at St Peter and Paul’s Catholic church for Mrs Catherine Margaret Moreland wife of Albert L Moreland who died Tuesday. Rev P Daly officiated with Elks members in full attendance. Pallbearers were T P Breheny R D Morrow J J Rapp J Burnea F P Dilger and J A Beener. Burial followed at Atlantic Catholic cemetery.
The Golf and Country club dinner drew only about three quarters of the members, with Mrs. BE. T. Hupp in charge. Many members enjoyed the day on the links before the 6:30 pm meal. A second notice notes a six o'clock dinner honoring Louis Reinig of Griswold returning from Shattuck military academy, followed by a theatre party with twelve guests including Harry Temple of Lewis.
A menu note extols a tempting banana split with fresh fruit flavors two scoops of ice cream topped by maraschino cherries and wafers. It mentions other items like marshmallow and caramel Sundays and malted milks as popular hot weather offerings.
An old advertisement urges mothers to use California syrup of figs for stomach, liver, and bowels. It promises a fruity taste that children enjoy and notes directions are on every bottle. The message stresses choosing the California label to ensure quality and the remedy’s corrective effect.
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