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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1926
Page
5
Two men from Galesburg Illinois died in the Mississippi River near Burlington Iowa yesterday. George Vish er, 20, and Benjamin Lagerstrom, 40, were recovered with their bodies.
A fragmentary report describes discovery of ancient bones north of the city on Olive Street Road. The text mentions a man’s relics unearthed by Milee, with unclear surrounding details.
Two Civil War veterans died within the weekend in Avoca and nearby towns. Archibald Crisler, 90, a former G A R chaplain and longtime Methodist Episcopal member, died suddenly Saturday afternoon after a steady life in Cass County. He was born in Steuben County New York and served three years in the 07th New York Infantry. Alexander Wallace, 88, a Philadelphia-born veteran who served from 1862 until the war’s end, passed away Sunday at his Cedar Street home after a period of illness. He had relocated to the area with his family in his youth. Both men left surviving relatives and will be buried in Atlantic and nearby communities respectively.
A Iowa railroad commission hearing in Cass County will review Rock Island Railroad’s appeal against an overhead crossing planned for Whiteway between this city and Wiota. If denied, a grade crossing would be built with costs split between the railroad and primary road funds. Local business leaders are expected to attend to urge the crossing.
Mrs A D Packard aged 65 died Saturday after leaping into a cistern behind her Des Moines home. Her body was found floating in four feet of water. Husband Dwight and son Albert, both of Des Moines, survive. Services held at the Congregational church. interment in Avace cemetery.
Earl Ey May of Shenandoah Illinois was elected president of the American Association of Nurserymen in Louisville on June 28. George A Marshall of Arlington Nebraska retired president was elected to the board of directors and likely will be named chairman.
Atlantic’s local nine battled in a seesaw game, edging Monteith 4 to 0 on Memorial Day as South and McCarthy anchored the Atlantic battery and Parrish and Parrish handled the hosts’ defense. Creston’s strong pitching limited Atlantic to a late innings tie before rain halted play. The schedule lists a rematch with Griswold next Sunday, with remaining season hopes bright.
A roof fire that started in a chimney damaged the house at 206 Linn Street. Fire crews responded Saturday and limited further damage. No injuries are reported.
Hez Elliott a 60 year old farmer shot his son Everett during a farm quarrel east of Collins Nevada. After a hammer was raised in defense, Elliott fired twice as neighbors and deputies arrived. The son’s left arm was shattered and a bullet lodged in the chest. The mother was injured attempting to intervene. Both men and the mother received treatment locally.
Ottawa June 28 Premier Mackenzie King resigns today amid political upheaval. Details indicate a sudden government transition and a change in leadership within the Commonwealth's capital, with implications for policy and governance in Ottawa.
Washington June 28 The prohibition chief General L C Andrews says a 4000 strong dry army will be mobilized after July 1 to enforce the 18th amendment. The force will include lands officers customs and other agencies with 3200 on land and aims to stamp out illicit alcohol production and use. Andrews plans August conference in Washington then a US tour to implement the reorganization and will sail July 7 to London to negotiate with Britain.
Lew Goldman a prominent Gary building contractor and father of seven, took poison and died after a hidden affair with Irene Anderson who is seriously ill from strychnine poisoning. Anderson recalls Goldman forced her to drink poisoned wine before his death and alleges the affair was concealed by barriers that kept them apart.
Dr Don Griswold resigns as Iowa state health commissioner. Governor Hammill accepts the resignation. Dr Henry Albert of the University of Iowa is named Griswold’s successor and will take over in the public health role.
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