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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1914
Page
2
Classified notes show plumbers, jewelers, watch experts, and hardware sellers advertising repairs, fixtures, and services. Firms include Bogies Bros Plumbers, Cushing Machine and Auto Co, Wissler Worth heating, Purcell's Jewelry, Highley Bros, Christensen Bros, Hansen Clothing, Model Laundry, Racine Shirt, Bradley & Vrooman paint, Park Pantitorium, Parkers Park, and several dentists and merchants detailing prices and services.
The Supreme Court adjourned after a term filled with major rulings. Railroads won oil land cases, pipelines were regulated as common carriers, and intermountain rate orders were upheld. Five hundred ninety one decisions were handed down, with several key cases undecided awaiting October.
Washington reports President Wilson weighing the sale of the American battleships Mississippi and Idaho to Greece amid Greek prope ace and Turkish opposition. Greece argues the move preserves balance in the Mediterranean and peace while Turkey says it risks war. Wilson previously said he favored the sale if it served peace and would block any immediate war use. The issue arose during a Senate amendment to the naval appropriation bill.
Results from American League National League Federal League Western League and Nebraska State League with scores including Boston Chicago St Louis Philadelphia Philadelphia St Louis Pittsburgh Brooklyn Cincinnati New York Baltimore Chicago Buffalo Indianapolis Kansas City Denver Topeka Sioux City Des Moines Wichita Lincoln Grand Island Hastings Kearney Superior Columbus Beatrice Norfolk York Grand Island Hastings.
Mrs Alonzo Baker of Adrian Michigan describes severe weakness and backache that left her unable to work. After reading a pamphlet she tried Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and improved after two bottles with her husband urging longer use. The ad promotes the remedy as restoring vigor for women.
With summer days, demand rises for larger hats though sizes stay medium. White hemp hats in dress sailor styles lead fashion, offered in round and square crowns with straight, drooping, and flaring brims. Mention of Mrs Langdon.
A regional newspaper advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a universal cure for catarrh, claiming constitutional treatment via internal use. Proponents offer $100 for any failure to cure and invite readers to request testimonials from F. J. Cheney & Co in Toledo, Ohio.
Travel ad promotes Colorado board at seven to ten dollars weekly with outdoor weather and sunshine. Highlights Rock Island Lines Rocky Mountain Limited offering steel sleepers reclining chairs and meals, with representatives to plan economical vacations. Contact Hall Ray A G P A Des Moines for illustrated guides and low fares June 1 to September 30.
Eugene Zimmerman sues for breach of promise seeking $100000 in damages. The case labels him as a Cincinnati millionaire defendant facing a civil action. The suit centers on alleged broken engagements and financial claims. Additional details are sparse in the surviving text.
President Charles H. Moyer of the Western Federation of Miners pushes a conciliation plan as the secessionist Buttering workers’ union forms in Butte. He denounces Mayor Dunery for not attending a mass meeting. The federation aids with $70,000 cash and $50,000 in property and will sustain contracts and manpower if seceded members do not return. McDonald reports Michigan and Utah members near defection to join the protest movement.
Washington reports Secretary Bryan defends the sincere regret clause in the Colombia treaty amid senate opposition. Archives may reveal Taft era offers of arbitration risking a $40.9 million Colombian victory. Also noted are a Mississippi river sinking inquiry and refunds due to wool growers overcharged freight rates by railroads.
A French peasant remedy described as pure vegetable air is promoted by George H. Mayr a Chicago druggist cured by its use. One dose reportedly provides rapid relief for stomach liver and intestinal troubles. Sold locally by Moore Drug Co.
An advertisement for J Burnen’s Department Store touts a wide selection and good value for men women and children. It claims customers get their money’s worth and hints at quality goods. Also promotes the Wilken Monument Works in Atlantic Iowa for orders.
A compiled directory excerpt lists doctors chiropractors and attorneys with office and residence details. Notable entries include E A Gamble Fulton Black Co offices, Dr C L Campbell physician, Drs Finley and Wood osteopaths, Dr C G Clark homeopathic physician, L B Forsythe attorney, Cleland Lee and Phelps lawyers, Wood & Savery law firm, and A Hoy er chiropractors.
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