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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1896
Page
6
Advertising copy touts Hum Humphreys Witch Hazel Oil as a universal healer with 40 years of use. Claims treat hemorrhoids, burns, wounds, rashes, itching, sores, boils, sore nipples, corns, bunions, fevers, insect stings, and more with immediate relief and supposed infallible cures. Available in three sizes 25c 50c and $1.00 from druggists or by post.
A large crowd gathered for the funeral of FP L Grey reform committeeman who died by suicide in jail. Barney Barnato rode in the first carriage as wreaths from prisoners arrived, while streets were packed with mourners.
In esth Hounsinton West Virginia on April 15 Sheridan Moore’s three children perished in a barn fire near their home while playing with matches. The tragedy occurred about 40 miles south of the town.
Rain stops as czar and czarina's state entry into Moscow approaches. The Tverskaya route from Petrovsky Palace to the Kremlin is prepared with maximal scale for coronation festivities. Officials compete for prime spots along the parade line while city decorations reach peak, and spectators gain broader access than before.
The Presbyterian general assembly adjourned amid confusion during a vote on the special committee’s report on young people's societies. A proposed resolution to send a reaffirming statement to all societies was read. a motion to strike out other recommendations was halted by adjournment. One recommendation to form Presbyterian unions of youth groups was eliminated after sharp debate over denominational interference.
Portland selected as the sixteenth Episcopal residence after Methodist general conference elections. Resolutions favored arbitration and a deaconesses' work was advanced while other meetings discussed church stations and residences. Also reported are bicycle transport rules, union leadership contests, exchange expulsions, and a damaged underground railway ruling.
Arizona firm in Phoenix reports liability of 52000 and assets of 87000 as part of a court assignment for the benefit of its creditors.
Iowa Democratic delegates adopt a pro silver platform and nominate ex governor Horace Boies for the national ticket. Turbulent proceedings feature loud protests, a raucous session, and calls for Boies as the party rallies toward Chicago.
Excerpted remarks by former Governor Boles reflect Democratic calls to defend the constitution against perceived money power threats, pledging labor-rights, liberty, and a fair financial system. Delegates failed to endorse district delegates, adjourned sine die, and set a July Chicago meeting.
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