Rebels Weary of War From Manila This Month
General Otis reports encouraging signs in the Philippines with gunboats passing to Calumpit and civil administration beginning in occupied areas. Volunteers at Negros near Manila expected to depart for the United States later this month as transports arrive with sick and wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Otis
War Department
Philippines
Mana
Calampit
Rio Grande
Macabebe
Corbin
Manila
Negros
United States
Hancock
Otis Plans to Red: War Moves to Surround Insurgents
Washington reports from Manila say General Otis plans a decisive campaign move against 9000 insurgents at Bacolor. MacArthur and Lawton troop movements aim to encircle and crush the rebels, with prisoners to be taken where possible. Manila dispatches also note other wartime developments and incidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otis
Washington
Manila
MacArthur
Lawton
Balinag
Maasin
Bacolor
The Creamery Question and Local Beef Over Butter Prices
A reader defends creameries against farmers and merchants claims, arguing farmers in Atlantic receive higher butter prices with creameries and urging market awareness. The letter cites price spreads, market dynamics, and the farmers’ friend role of creameries, urging milk to ride market prices. A separate note outlines a card game controversy between Atlantic and Shelby clubs, detailing disputed plays and expected rematch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eprrog Telegraph
Atlantic
Elgin Creamery Company
Joan A. Turnbull
Hood’s Sarsaparilla Prose Promotes Virtues in Advertising
A breezy promotional piece by Hood of Sarsaparilla fame argues for using proverbs and wise maxims as a pleasant lead in to extolling the virtues of America’s well known medicine. It notes quotations fit daily news and carry moral implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Sursaparilla
America
Bucklen's Azulea Salve for Cats and Humans
Bucklen's Azulea Salve touted as the best for bruises sores ulcers rashes and skin eruptions with guarantee of satisfaction or money back. Price 260 per box sold by Vic Emmert & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic Emmert & Co
Vic Emmert
F. Parsqus & Co
Time table changes take effect Sunday four routes adjusted
A new timetable, effective Sunday the 14th, announces changes for eastbound trains Nos 2 4 6 and 14 and westbound Nos 25 1 5 and 3. No 3 now departs 4 22 p m instead of 6 40 p m while No 14 becomes daily aiding Sunday eastward visits and early morning delivery of Chicago papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
No. 3
Chicago
Arraignment of Atlantic club over Shelby victory dispute
A Shelby newspaper last week attacked the Atlantic whist club for allegedly revoking a play and fraudulently altering the outcome of a contest that decided which city had the best players. The claim argues two forfeited points would have given Shelby the win.
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Shelby
TriLecRara
Atlantic Club
Block
Wallace
Prouty
Fram
Atlantic
Clapp
Eggers
Bis Partner
Atlantic Whist
Powers of Atlantic Returns to Manning for Real Estate Venture
Hon J K Powers longtime Iowa public official visits Manning at the home of his nephew Gordon W Laflay. A Cass County native since 1869 he held posts on the state emigration board register of the land office and led as chair clerk of the Iowa house. He plans to open a real estate loan and insurance office in Manning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. K. Powers
Atlantic
Manning
Gordon W. Laflay
Indiana
Mr. Powers
Iowa
Cass County
Powers
Cedar Rapids
C. C. Carpenter
State Board of Emigration
State Land Office
Iowa House
21St General Assembly
Grand Lodge
C.C. F
Aga't
G. A. BR. Cap
Powera
Novel Window in Vic Emmert Drug Store Attracts Attention
The north window in Vic Emmert's drug store features a novel display with blooming potted plants and a distinctive glass design. A long metal reservoir at the top pours water across the window, cooling the surrounding area several degrees and offering a refreshing sight for hot visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic Emmert
Good Looks Tied to Health of Internal Organs
Health determines appearance as vital organs affect looks. Electric Bitters acts on stomach liver and kidneys and promises purifying blood and a clear complexion. Guaranteed cure for pimples blotches and boils. Sold at Vic Emmert & Co's drug store 50 cents a bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vic Emmert & Co's
Cure a Cold in One Day With Warner's Syrup
An advertisement touts Warner's White Wine of Tar syrup as the best cure for colds, claiming rapid relief in one day. Priced at 26 and 60 cents, the product is promoted by Eber & Co.
Autopsy Report on Miss Mabel Stowe May 1899 Atlantic Iowa
An autopsy by Dr P H Dassier notes ulceration in the large intestines with perforations and normal heart and organs such as lungs liver kidneys and spleen. The document includes a notary certification dated May 9 1899 and an unrelated medical advertisement for Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets.
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Mabel Stowe
Atlantic
Iowa
P. H. Dassier
M. D
State of
Cass County
P. H. Dassler
A. D
S. H. Rupp
Case
High School Visitors and Week Activities Noted
High School Frema and Claire Sweeny visited several classes on Friday while Prof Rick from the collage dropped in on Tuesday. Clara Barcard and Maggie Curtis attended last week, Ed Wilcox could not meet his school Monday, Crowley Cole filled in. Teachers and photographers prepared souvenir articles for the high school. Miss Wilson with the botany class spent Tuesday afternoon in the woods for specimens. Next hall game with the business college not yet set. boys seek games with neighboring high schools. Aquarium leaked Tuesday. contents moved to a small vase with crayfish, gold fish, beetles, and many tadpoles. Advertisements note Banner Salve, Grain-O, and De Witt’s Witch Hazel Salve with assorted claims and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claire Sweeny
Rick
Clara Barcard
Maggie Curtis
Ed Wilcox
Crowley Cole
Wilson
Business College
Pains in the Back Cured by Foley’s Kidney Cure
A reader from Constantia New York reports years of kidney pain ended after using Foley’s Kidney Cure. Vic Emmett and Parsons & Co endorse the remedy. Other notes warn that neglected dyspepsia can lead to cancer and heart disease and praise Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. J D Bridge editor Lancaster NH cites One Minute Cough Cure for his boy’s cough or croup.
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A. RB
Parrington
Kodol
Vic Emmert & Co
J. D. Bridge
the Democrat
Lancaster, N. H
Vie Emmert & Co
S. Vic Emmert & Co
Geo. &. Anderson
Rossville
York County
Penn
Chamberlain
Vic Emmert
H. G. Walter & Co
Be Sure and Use Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Teething
An old remedy touted for children teething promises relief as the syrup soothes the child and eases crying. It claims to soften gums, relieve pain, cure wind colic, and treat diarrhoea. Priced at twenty five cents a bottle.
Cures and tonics offer near miraculous relief for stomach and coughs
An array of patent medicines and tonics claim dramatic cures for stomach weakness indigestion whooping cough and pneumonia. Ads tout DeWitt's Little Early Risers Chamberlains remedies Grain-O Kodol and Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as world beating cures with testimonials from local residents and soldiers. Sold by Vic Emmert H G Weber & Co and F Parsons & Co in Atlantic Iowa amid boastful claims of safety speed and universal effectiveness.
Great South American Kidney Cure Reliefs Pain in Six Hours
A notice proclaims relief from kidney and bladder disease in six hours by New Great South American Kidney Cure. It claims swift action for bladder, kidneys and back in men or women, with immediate relief from water retention. Sold by F Parsons & Co Druggists Atlantic Iowa.
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F. Parsons & Co
Atlantic
Lowa
Towa
Grain-O Grain Beverages Endorsed By Lady Reader
A reader reports preferring Grain-O over coffee after a week of use. Grain-O is described as nour充hing and strengthening from pure grains. Children drink it freely with great benefit, and it is sold by grocers at 16 to 25 cents per package.
Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup Cure Claim
Advertises The Beat Cough Remedy on Earth by H G Weber Co as a cure for colds in two hours and a throat paralyzer, claiming it stops coughs and leaves throat and lungs healthy though the claims are unsubstantiated and potentially misleading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warner
H.G. Weber &Co
The North American Lightning Rod Company Incorporation
Notice records the February 16 incorporation under Iowa law for The North American Lightning Rod Company, with Atlantic Town as principal business location. It states the business of manufacturing and selling lightning rods, capital stock of $3,000, initial subscriptions due by March 1, 1899, and a 20 year term starting March 7, 1899. Directors named E J Hansen and H S Rattenborg, with H S Rattenborg as President and J Hansen as Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
North American Lightning Rod Company
Atlantic Town
E. J. Hansen
H. 5
Rattenborg
H. S
J. Hansen
Incorporators Hansen and Rattenborg Notice of Removal
Notice states that E. J. Hansen’s interest has been bought out and paid in full, with the purchaser succeeding to all rights and privileges formerly held by H. S. Rattenborg in the incorporation. The filing reflects a transfer of interest and continuation of corporate rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Hansen
Rattenborg
H. S. Rattenborg
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Manuel Sanguilly
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Mgr
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Dollaquila
Golenel Eghbert
H. O. Egbert
Arlington Cemetery
Yemen
Abdullah Pasha
Haa
Sana
Frenchmas
New York
M. Dumarais
France
London
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Bucklen
Hopora
Eber & Co
de Witt
Yewitt's
Crnan Ramos
William Hutton
Hutton
Navy Department
Kantz
Philadelphia
Auckland
N. Z
Apia
Brutus
Kautz
Green Bay Lumber : CO
Green Bay Lumber Co
B. R. Wasson, Mer
DeWitt
Chamberlains Cough
Ramedy
X—J. L. Moorn
South Burgettstown
Vie Immert
H. G. Weben & Co
P. E. Grisham
Gaara Mills
HG. Weber & Co
Iringa
H. G. Weber & Co
Allantio
Coffes
C. B. Hess
Levi Downs
Chestnut Street
Nichols’ Bank
Postoffice
Europa
Call
E. A. Tharnish
Commercial Bank
Atlantic, Iowa
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