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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1910
Page
6
Washington sends census data listing Iowa city populations from the thirteenth census. Also reported is the death of Mrs. Charlotte Grane of Lewis, born in Germany, aged 72, with funeral announcements not yet made.
Special to the Telegraph Washington December 22 census director Durand released figures for Atlantic city noting a population of 4632 in 1910, down 486 from 1900 and well under 5000. Booster efforts yielded 4632 names after duplications, leaving doubt over the official count. The report covers census history and local reactions.
Oscar Chitwood awaiting transfer for safe keeping to Benton when a mob of about twenty masked men fired on him and the deputy sheriff. Three gunmen killed Chitwood as he stood handcuffed, while onlookers watched from the street. the assailants departed quietly, with no arrests reported.
Ribble Des Moines deputy state factory inspector reports Atlantic labor conditions are generally good. Most shops follow the ten hour day except a few noted for minor violations where notices were left and promises made for prompt compliance. Workers appear well paid and content in Atlantic.
After an all night search in the ruins of the B Friedlander feather factory the remains of twenty firemen have been recovered. John C. Baxter chief of the department had a very narrow escape from death. The commission to take depositions and answers of John R. Mc Dowell W C Buck and F M Swift of New York in the P T Stafford will contest were returned to the Clerk of the District Court a few days ago. They all state that P T Stafford was of sound mind when the will was made and that they have no interest of any kind in the case. Miss Stafford has filed a demurrer to the petition to set aside the will. She states her mother was divorced and has no rights in the case.
A young man visited the city this morning to obtain a marriage license with his father present. The clerk refused the license until both parents gave written consent. After obtaining parental consent the license was granted.
A quiet ceremony took place yesterday afternoon at the bride’s home two miles north of Marne. Rev. G. F. Braun of Ahintle officiated as Henry Kay and Wattie Lanny united in marriage. The couple will live on the old Henry Kay farm west of Atlantic and Mr. Kay senior plans to move to Atlantic to occupy the Shannon property recently purchased.
Frank Peerman underwent gall stone removal this morning at the hospital. The operation was performed by Dr. Campbell with assistance from Drs. Hully of Griswold Morrin and Emmert of this city, in an extraordinary case.
The will of the late Samuel Stewart has been filed. All of his property goes to his wife and at her death it is to be divided equally between son Charles S. Stewart and daughter Margaret. Charles S. Stewart was appointed executor.
Haytien minister to Great Britain Antenor Firmin is branded a traitor by a government circular and ordered barred from landing in Haiti. Firmin headed a 1902 revolt, left London claiming unpaid salary, and planned to return during the deputies election period. President Simon proposed to forbid his entry at that time.
Harry Hill, son in law of G. Gibson, of this city, died at his home six miles south and four east of Griswold in Montgomery County Tuesday morning after weeks of illness. He had shown improvement Monday night, but grew weak early Tuesday and passed away minutes after the family called the physician. Funeral services were held at the Lowan Church.
Dr Caldwell a specialist in stomach liver and bowels argues Syrup Pepsin trains the stomach and bowels to work naturally for constipation. He cites forty years of practice and offers free samples or advice from Dr Caldwell in Monticello Tennessee and Detroit Michigan, promising relief without salts or strong cathartics.
Gregor Gregerson of Shelby county reported three horses stolen from his pasture near Hikhorn last Saturday. Fenced breached near the road, likely driven west toward Omaha markets. Shelby Audubon and Cass sheriffs and Omaha Council Bluffs police notified. descriptions released.
Sheriff elect Sam Berry relocates to the sheriff’s house south of the courthouse while current Sheriff Duval moves to his home at 1000 Poplar Street. Chas Anders of Omaha visited the city yesterday.
Rass Lang the popular auctioneer is celebrating the arrival of a baby boy born last evening. The family is reportedly well and the father expresses joy at the new arrival.
Edna Cudahy, ex-wife of Jack Cudahy son of Michael Cudahy, moves to Pasadena and stays at the Cudahy residence where her former husband has been since his arrival last week. Authorities say reconciliation has occurred. Bill Lange defeats Jack Burns in London boxing match stopped in 12th for Burns.
England’s Owen Moran telegraphed acceptance of a $16,000 offer from Australian promoter Hugh McIntosh for a Moran versus Ad Wolgast lightweight title fight. Moran, in London, said he would accept the proposition in the near future.
A Tuesday report notes a carrier loaded with gifts, grain, and hay for Perkins. The generous haul exceeded expectations, with many presents noted among the supplies.
Mrs Wes Miller of the town is critically ill after a sudden paralysis. She was found unresponsive on the left side early Tuesday morning and is in a delicate condition at the local hospital.
The month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Madson died of croup on Tuesday afternoon. He was ill for two days. The burial was held at the Elkhorn cemetery with a brief ceremony at the home and at the church. The bereaved extend sympathy to the community.
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