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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1925
Page
4
Publication data shows a Thursday issue from Anita Cass County Iowa dated April 23 1925 with postal filing details and Canada rate reference. The text notes second class mail matter since January 2 1913 and indicates subscription and rate lines.
In a pointed remark the late Vice President Marshall says 90 percent of business is cleaner than 10 percent trying to clean it up. The Florida Times Union notes his sharp observation on reformers and calls for cautious critique of crime news and policy.
The last congress voted themselves a 2500 dollar yearly salary increase without a roll call vote. The note adds taxes cannot be cut by voting in higher taxes.
A community quote declares that collective effort makes lasting impact while individual work alone is limited. It emphasizes unity through shared purpose and mutual support as a guiding motto for town progress. The saying inspires collaboration over division to achieve meaningful results.
President Coolidge believes there is no reason for the United States to alter its policy toward Russia. He notes that countries which recognized the Soviet regime have not appeared especially content with that decision.
A government of grand size and reputed business ability should be able to collect at least the interest due from debtor nations for World War I loans, reflecting the United States' credit and capability.
The piece laments political squabbles over legislation in Iowa and national tax grievances. It cites Gov Hammill’s inaugural message, cost and scrap value of twenty eight battleships, and reflects on Von Hiden burg’s candidacy and a shifting world order with vintage wartime language.
A poem by James M. Woodman contrasts Father’s Day absence with many holidays. It describes a father left at home while family members travel, tending yard work and meals Alone he sleeps unbothered and finds life bright despite quiet routine.
Congressman W R Green chairman of the ways and means committee predicts a possible national tax reduction of 300 million dollars for 1926. He cites the 25 percent top rate and broader income tax cuts while noting uncertainty in 1925 surplus and the impact of current tax reforms on receipts and refunds.
Announcement from Anita notes the death of Mrs. Eva Plummer Brown a former Anita resident who died at her Fort Collins home on April 17 after a long illness. She ran a millinery shop in Anita before marriage and is survived by her husband and two sons.
The He'pine Hand Club met on Thursday with Mrs. A. N. Crow for an all day session. Seventeen members attended along with visitors Mesdames Herman Raier Wm Howell and Miss Hilda Johnson. The next meeting is set for April 30 with Mrs. J. P. Rupperle and daughter Miss Mary.
Congressman William R. Green of Iowa's Ninth District, chairman of Ways and Means, will sail to Europe to study the English tax system and other foreign schemes. He notes a calmer present session, with focus on revenue and tariff laws for the next session and urges substantial tax cuts for moderate incomes, advocating a 25 percent reduction for a class and lower rates overall, contrasting with the Mellon bill.
President Coolidge reports four year debt cuts of 3.198 billion and a tax burden relief. He credits government economy for prosperity, reduced interest costs from 999 million to 865 million, and ongoing efforts to further ease taxation.
An 1840s moral reflection likens a king tossing courtiers to lighten ship with saving money to parents risking children to save costs. It asks if society will sacrifice youth for a cheaper schoolhouse, better teachers, or basic supplies. It urges guardians to avoid sacrificing children for savings.
The Menlo Journal argues that a town's appeal benefits farm life by drawing shoppers, social activity, schooling, and spending. It notes farmers buy most household goods locally, visit for amusement, and rely on the town as the main link to outside interests, stabilizing rural life.
Anita record from Long Beach California dated April 8 1925 praises Hon Frank F Merriam as an active church member and presiding at Brotherhood Bible Class banquets He is lauded for willingness to serve at Tremont Temple event and urged as future California governor by Mrs Harrison Spangler a former Anita resident.
The European foul pest outbreak threatening Iowa poultry is now under control after strict embargoes and disinfecting of returning poultry cars. Caution remains as authorities, aided by a $100,000 Congress appropriation, have not yet determined origins of the spread, with the outbreak confined west of Pittsburg so far.
The editorial argues that without broad tax cuts, agricultural and general prosperity cannot be achieved. It claims all classes pay high taxes exceeding net earnings and that unchecked debt burdens undermine business stability from local units to Washington. Tax reduction must be the nationwide slogan.
Mrs Erma Salmon and a new baby returned to Beech Iowa after several weeks at the Ed L Newton home. A businessman who ads in a low circulation paper often pays for nothing. Chas W Clardy and wife visited Mrs Clardy's sister Mrs Marshall Tilton at Walnut. Some Congress members refused the extra 2500 may be seen as good judges of their worth per the Philadelphia Bulletin.
A brief notice notes the widespread function of twelve thousand Farmers' Cooperative organizations across the United States. Local society items mention Mrs. Horswell and son moving to Dr. H E Campbell residence, and a social visit by Wm C Richter and family to editor Sherm F Myers. A humorous quip about a couple’s marriage woes is recorded.
Azel Ames of the Anita Record spent Friday in Des Moines on business. Wv C McCoy Fullerton Lumber bought a Ford coupe. Attorney Earl S Holton attended district court in Atlantic Monday. Mabel White Casey teacher visited Anita relatives Sunday. A baby girl born Friday April 17 to Mr and Mrs Chas Graham Oak Ridge vicinity. Mrs Chas L Wilson and Miss Vera Hook serve as jurors at the April term in Atlantic.
A school pageant will be presented by Miss Lillian Murray on Friday May 1. Mrs Homer Millhollin entertained a company of lady friends Thursday afternoon. Frank Barber sold hogs at 12 dollars per hundred. Gorge Arnold and wife from Cumberland visited friends in Anita. De George Harry of Adair was a Friday business visitor in Anita. Mrs Carl H Miller visited relatives in Adair Saturday.
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