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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1923
Page
4
The document serves as the official paper for Cass County Iowa and for the City of Anita detailing local government notices and official communications.
The passage attacks profiteering and sugar price surges tied to political action. It condemns Iowa legislators and calls for accountability while noting coal supply for a likely strike. Paris is cited as a venue for discussing decency in art as a broader moral concern.
The text argues that state treasurer Burbank must be informed by the legislature or another authority. It condemns profiteers who denounce neighbors under patriotic guise and calls for prompt swift justice against one such individual.
A political column touts two Republican administrations as delivering peak business and industry by the 67th Congress. It accuses the Democratic era of sugar thefts returning via "progeny" of robbers and invokes an old man’s remark on nature preferring loss of teeth over other things.
The piece alleges former President Wilson and Bill McAdoo press for U S Senate influence in Colorado. It argues this meddling shows a doomed, dictatorial approach to democracy and hints at the need for new federal enforcement against theft by sugar interests.
The piece argues local merchants must make their towns appealing to residents and travelers alike, so people will stop for real bargains before driving elsewhere despite road conditions. It then quotes a representation of 200 069 black soldiers praising their wartime service and sacrifices in defeating Germany.
A reflective note on practical thrift and the virtue of friends during hardship. The author observes daylight savings of effort and warns against delaying good bargains. He notes crowds braving snow and mud to report road conditions and mentions the nearing end of the 1921 22 school year as students prepare to finish and commence.
A regional plea argues against overemphasis on others business and encourages joint action to raise Anita’s profile. The piece notes a business analogy about advertising and rainfall prayers and recalls land values in Iowa, urging community collaboration for benefits.
A wry reflection on misfortune with a parable about escaped danger and a bullet that hit another, illustrating how troubles vary in sting and outcome. The remark underscores resilience and perspective in difficult times.
A vivid description notes many people rushing through bankruptcy proceedings with frantic energy, risking physical harm while pursuing financial relief, implying a crowded, chaotic process with potential injuries.
A Guthrie county woman owns a hybrid hen bred from Leghorn and Rhode Island Red stock. The bird lays eggs measuring seven and a quarter by eight and three quarter inches. The item notes the novelty of the unusual poultry in local farming.
An old saying argues that preparing for conflict during peacetime is not courting trouble. It frames self preservation as a natural law guiding nations and individuals to safeguard themselves.
The Lewis Standard reports evidence on village sidewalks Sunday morning indicating a bootlegger managed to pass through, despite the poor road conditions.
A banker questions a borrower's liquid assets and the applicant replies he has about a case and a half, prompting an ordinary exchange about collateral and cash on hand.
February saw 116,080 Ford cars sold and delivered to customers amid a questioning tone about the country’s direction, challenging critics who say the economy is failing.
The 1920 census finds more than a million youths aged ten to fifteen employed in the United States. It notes that younger children under ten are not counted but are also working.
A Hamburg man found a pure white pocket gopher with pink eyes and skin, among other color freaks. The piece contrasts such oddities with reports of child labor in factories and fields, urging teachers to shape future peace by guiding children to learn and seek alternatives to war.
Dr J A Sheeler spent a few days in Courei Bluffs this week visiting his brother Dr R Sheeler a former resident and practitioner of the city.
Chas W Clardy undertakes home remodeling including pew hardwood doors and substantial improvements to the dwelling.
Citizens State Bank of Acits Iowa encourages inquiries to its officers about investment prospects and the bank’s ability to assess net gains. The notice emphasizes prudent financial guidance and local banking expertise in Acits.
George Alfred Bailey born February 11 1909 in Lincoln township Cass Iowa died April 1 1923 at his parents home aged 14 years 1 month 20 days after three weeks of asthma pneumonia and illness. He was bright in studies completing eight grades and funeral services were held April 3 1923 at the M E church in Anita with Rev Alva Jacobs and Rev A A Robertson. interment Evergreen cemetery.
Sealed proposals from 6 30 to 7 50 PM April 16 1923 for constructing a nine hundred thirty foot four inch water main Bell and Spigot type. Bids for digging open ditch four feet deep and wide enough for two fire hydrants three gate valves and a six inch main jumping in a 6x6x4 tee. Town Council reserves right to reject bids. W T Biggs Clerk. 15-21
Memorial Day is near and A F Choate offers Amta marble and Grantle works with a stock of monuments and markers. All work is guaranteed with reasonable prices.
John E. Ruggies has sold his interest in the Jack and Jack Cafe to Roscoe Currier who now holds full possession. The transfer transfers control of the cafe to Currier as the new owner and operator.
Atlantic Iowa March 5 1923 Cass County Board of Supervisors met with five members present. They approved previous minutes and a pay schedule for three tractor men and operators. The road petition filed February 6 1923 was approved and to be filed with the State Highway Commission. The Court House Committee was authorized to arrange boiler repairs.
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