24 Nov 1913
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1913
Page
1
A garbled OCR fragment lists multiple December dates and an estate auction note. Readable items include December 3 8 10 22 2 16 17 18 20 and January 28. The text appears to document sale or estate events but lacks clear context or entities.
William Poetsch, a young laborer, confessed to stealing $1500 from Germania Fire Insurance in Chicago. After traveling west and doing manual labor, he surrendered at Seattle police, urging to be jailed to face his crime. Chicago chief asks Poetsch be held while he is transferred after admission of guilt.
The packing house Morrin & Co. elects a longtime employee as president. Sailor Brooks named official censor at Patchogue Auditorium to eject dancers. Charles Hill and wife Dorothea Bartzen honeymoon 8000 miles to Argentina where Hill works as buyer for a Kansas City firm. Charles B. Mellen earns $25,000 yearly as retired railroad president. Mme. Cecile Chaminade honored with Legion of Honor in France, third country recognition. Whitcomb Riley visits Cincinnati with public reception at Chamber of Commerce. A portrait quote lauds Riley’s poetry and humor.
A brief notice highlights Hansen Clothing Co. pushing traditional Indian dress trends and drude styles as a fashion fad. The advertises available garments and styling tips, underscoring local retail interest in native-inspired clothing.
Foley's Honey and Tar Compound is promoted as a cough medicine for children with no opiates or stomach upset. It eases coughing croup and colds and aids restful sleep, with growing sales noted. available at all druggists.
Supreme Court reverses habeas corpus ruling, holding Martha Ellen McPherson a married, 18-year-old woman not entitled to release from the Industrial School for Girls until age 21 under the statute. The decision notes the anomaly of detaining a married woman and urges officers to act to release if marriage provides redemption.
The Foley Kidney Pills makers claim a superior blend of medicines for kidney bladder and urinary irregularities. A Green Bay Wisconsin man reports his wife’s serious illness improved rapidly due to the pills and urges others to try them, noting availability at druggists.
Atlantic Iowa claim Doan's Kidney Pills relieved severe kidney pain and back lameness. Mrs George J Jenkins of 509 Chestnut St describes prior suffering and says she is now free from kidney trouble after using the product. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doans.
The Cumberland editor laments Elliott defeating Cumberland 32 to 3 on Elliott grounds last Friday. He accuses Elliott players of stealing the game, insulting Cumberland players, and breaking manners by swearing. Cumberland youths are praised as gentlemen and a potential Thanksgiving rematch with Cumberland Enterprise is discussed.
The quick action of buck thorn bark glycerine and Adler-ika cures appendicitis legend. Many Atlantic residents report a single dose draining foul matter and relieving constipation sour stomach and gas almost immediately. J B Jones, druggist, advertises Adler-ika as the most thorough bowel cleanser.
A New York man receives a thirty day sentence for winking at a girl. Other notes mention Swiss households and cooperative members, Canadian returnees to the U S and a London restaurant inviting patrons to watch food prep in the kitchen. Delhi malaria protection and wire screens are discussed briefly.
Chicago reports fourteen players killed and 175 injured in football games this season, a figure nearing 1912’s record. Injuries include broken bones and spinal damage. most deaths stem from skull and neck injuries. James Sweitzer, once with Hamline, died Nov. 17 in St Paul after long injury complications.
Detroit and Los Angeles explorers drive a Lozier six from Los Angeles to New York City along the Lincoln highway. They travel nonstop from Denver to Detroit, photograph scenes, and carry camping gear while enduring snow and rain and freezing Rockies. After Detroit they plan to finish to New York in about a month, with moving pictures to boost the Ocean-to-Ocean highway project.
Customers who used to travel to Council Bluffs for Adler Rochester garments now have access locally through Nelson Shrock and Grulke agency. The notice promotes a local stock of quality apparel expected to draw repeat customers.
Kimballton Construction promotes durable cement blocks for farms and homes, claiming no repairs and lower total costs than lumber. Jones Grocery showcases top quality goods and service. J Burns Dept Store promises a full stock of goods for all ages. Hedges Bros advertises up to date Pantitor ium. Continuous ad copy emphasizes value and customer satisfaction.
An old looking man loses a job for his grey hair and a hair health product, Hay's Hair Health, claims to restore natural color and improve scalp health. Ad offers deals at druggists for a 50 cent bottle plus Harfina Soap and variations.
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