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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1896
Page
9
Louisville and hundreds of League of American Wheelmen guests gathered through the day as country runs and farm visits attracted much attention. Mayor Todd proclaimed Thursday afternoon a half holiday to allow city workers to attend the racing events at Fountain Ferry park.
Acting Comptroller Coffin released the July 14 condition of 64 Iowa national banks excluding Des Moines. Total resources reached 48.55 million dollars with loans and discounts at 81.03 million, and reserves of 6.25 million including 1.69 million in gold. Capital stock stood at 12.70 million, deposits 23.77 million, and the average reserve 25.14 percent.
The Republican platform denounces Democratic control since the Civil War, vowing protection, currency stability, and expansion of American industry. It calls for tariff fairness, reciprocity, naval strength, territorial admission, and rights for veterans and women, with a pledge of returning to prosperity under Republican leadership.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a premier laxative for general health, noting it cleanses internally without weakening organs. It warns buyers to ensure the genuine California Fig Syrup content and to purchase only from reputable druggists.
The article notes Prof. Mayne Arnold will depart Atlantic around Sept. 4 after reducing prices on his glasses and offering free eye tests. It highlights his 61 years old stock and the advice of local patrons including Mr. and Mrs. Hamill who praise his skill and reliability.
The Telegraph endorses Prof. Mayne Arnold, optician now based in Atlantic, after a strict review of his background and hundreds of letters from US senators governors judges professors and physicians praising his skill and reliability.
Public alert warns against spectacle peddlers selling low quality window glass and brass frames at inflated prices. Professor Mayne Arnold of Atlantic Iowa advertises free eye examinations through September 7 1893 and cautions that any peddler claiming ties to him is a swindler to be prosecuted.
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