Atlantic gas plant passes to Iowa Electric Company
The Atlantic gas plant is transferred from a lax private firm to the Iowa Electric Company. The new owner plans modernization by laying miles of gas mains, installing up to date equipment, and offering low cost by both partial and monthly payment plans. Atlantic welcomes the change and expects prosperity.
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Iowa Electric Company
Atlantic Gas
Jones
Upper Chestnut Street
Atlantic
Anake
MW O
Uni
Sererly
Hayes
Elk Horn Road Travel Questioned Amid Poor Conditions
A reader notes that the Elk Horn road from Atlantic to Wik Mann has not been worked as much as possible this year. He says the road between Fir Horn and Wal nut, which he travels, is kept in good condition, while Atlantic-Wis Haroud travel remains difficult due to one cone condition forcing travel through Walnut.
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Mann
Wright ‘Brothers
Walcott
Smithsonian Institution
Orville
Wright
Augustus M. Herring
E. Hunviese
Langley
Iris
Mery
Herring
Wrights
James V. Martin
Martin
Atlantic Elk Horn road needs urgent repair say business leaders
The text urges Atlantic business people to act on improving the Atlantic Elk Horn road. It argues the route should not be neglected after rain and criticizes it only being addressed in road work accounts and township tax spending, urging outreach to those with stakes in the territory.
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Atlantie
Atlantic ‘Shoul
Atlantic-Elk Horn
Osy
Atlantic Elk Horn
Terminable Franchises Proposed for Tiinois Utilities
A Tiinois legislative bill would grant terminable franchises to public utilities, allowing renewals only if services meet standards. The author argues this approach limits corporate control, ensures fair pricing, and reflects the broad shift of utility ownership from a few hands toward the public.
Unclear Editorial Notes on Senator LaFollette and Administration
Editorial contends Senator LaFollette attacks the Coolidge administration and accuses business interests. discusses federal trade, anti trust, and public printing issues. It cites a Washington pamphlet from Public Printer George Henry Carter addressing charges, including a union official’s conduct and handling of office. The piece questions legality and reforms.
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LaFollette
Just Call
Coolidge
Ness
Wisconsin Senater
George Henry Carter
President Coolidge
Vhce
Washington Typographical Union
Washington
George
Scott
Graphical Union of Washington
Camry
Taut
Toumi
Hag Onde Hie
Hig
Ynhint
Congress Budget Drive Promises Slashing Public Cost
The St Louis Post Dispatch reports a major economy program led by Congress aiming to cut federal outlays by hundreds of millions. Chairman Madden of the House Appropriations Committee stresses decisive action though details remain unclear as lawmakers push for early budget measures.
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St. Louis Post Dispatch
Washington trip offers a ramble through horse drawn days
A narrator recalls riding behind a phaeton in Washington, describing passengers and the novelty of such travels. The piece weighs the era of horse transport against early aviation debates, citing Langley and the Wright brothers, patent hints, and Augusts M. Herring, with references to Jaques-Dalcroze and a planned European visit to Washington to study his method.
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Jaques-Dalcroze
Paris
Geneva
London
Europe
le Maret
Program of economy and retrenchment critique
A March 13 statement argues economy in government demands real retrenchment via simplified responsibilities rather than adding hires and new subsidies. It notes enacted laws raise outlays and warns against endless demand for welfare and federal aid undermining fiscal restraint.
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Myo—Madden
Congress
Walstead
Phere Reomore Pesaly
Evans
Is Main Street Dammed and the American Farmer Doomed
A fragmented editorial voice questions the fate of small towns, retail merchants, and farmers amid chain stores and mail order houses. It argues home merchants survive through visible stock, prompt service, and local credit, resisting foreign competition and preserving local economy.
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Marshaltown Times-Republican
Iliawis
Senatos
Heri
Chain stores shape retail to speed and demand
The article contrasts chain stores with independent retailers, arguing chains push turnover and stock efficiency while independents overstock costly items. It defends the machine civilization and division of labor, warns against sensationalism, and questions doom-mongering but advocates adapting to conditions and progress.
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Vals
Sellen
Loss Averted over Federal Aid to Kansas Roads
A Des Moines Tribune item notes that Kansas faced delays in federal highway funds due to unmet state requirements. Telegrams from Senator Curtis and Governor Pauls highlight ongoing debates about federal support and state compliance, with officials stressing the importance of federal funds for road development and funding prospects contingent on state action.
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Tribune
Kansas
Pauier
Curtis
Intelligentatute
Tax on Motor Vehicles Surpasses Highway Budget
The 1925 motor vehicle tax raised 789,385,399 dollars, more than twice the government outlay on highways, signaling a shift in revenue reliance and funding focus for infrastructure.
Different Tastes Between Friends at Close of Day
A light verse by Walt Mason contrasts two friends Peter Perk and the narrator. Peter cherishes sermons and farm animals while the speaker enjoys sleuth tales and phonograph records. They remain friends despite divergent tastes, choosing quiet corners and polite nods over debate.
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Peter
George Matthew Adame
Fragmented Readings Sparkling Nonsense From Local Column
A garbled OCR fragment mixes slang, odd observations, and stray quotes about teeth, steering wheels, gender, and politics. It references a June bet, a hog call contest, and mentions a Bryngg wat President Harigan age 68 at inauguration, with scattered phrases from various topics and NEA services.
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Brynng Wat
Harigan
Mississippi
Real Estate Transfers May 26 1925 record notices
Real estate transfers dated May 26 1925 list Claus Burnholdt to Chive E Born holtst ad 2 Ut 25 and i Ft all lists be Wis iy SPTSO.00. Elizabeth J Burnet to William Burnett wd f 26 25 92 le dd and dts 11-12 b 2u Atlantic sub intg. $2500. Guardian of Mary Hunt to M H Funk ademr gdu d 5-24-24 n 11d fh of e 221 ft of It 44 2nd add Mas Bena b16.% Robert TE Leach Rec to Joe Wat egesinge had a 20nBb W2 Ht 4andes Bex s 100 ft. of each It hth 3 OL Brown add Anita $1 de Avd Ivyandi Rabart Leach Rec wd 5-21-25 Its 11-12 b TL & S add Anita $4000 bo
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Claus Burnholdt
Chive E. Bornholtst
Elizabeth J Burnet
William Burnett
Mary Hunt
M. H. Funk
Ademr
Robert TE
Leach
Joe Wategesinge
Brown
Anita
New York Couple Serve on Same Jury and Agree
A New York man and his wife served together on the same jury and reached a unanimous verdict. The unusual joint service highlighted civic participation and collaboration within a single household.
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New York
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