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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1927
Page
8
Proceedings in Atlantic Iowa July 28 1927 show Cass County supervisors present vote on a public measure to authorize issuing up to one million dollars debt for draining grading and hard resurfacing primary roads. They would levy a five mill tax and allocate primary road funds to cover interest and principal as bonds mature. Results by precinct are listed.
The Cass County Iowa precincts report 6,948 votes on road bond authorization with 2,461 Yes and 4,487 No, declaring the proposition lost. The record lists numerous election claims allowed for judges clerks police and other election duties across townships and towns, approved by county officials.
A longtime correspondent thanks Sherm for copies of the paper. He recalls past agents, towns like Anita and Atlantic, and people such as Charley Jones Kaiser Bruington and Dana Ward. He notes changing businesses, radio reception, and lasting friendships as he reflects on aging.
Aapong lists home decoration goverment and management cooking sewing and canning Baby Stew contest style shows needlework and rural women’s work. Highway authorities announce main routes will be in top condition for fair traffic. Officials predict a new attendance record with favorable weather.
A personal note from W. C. Westlake boasts six grandchildren five boys and one girl and ends with a cheerful greeting to his old gang. He signs off with his usual friendly tone and intention to close and return to work.
The letter states a $2.00 bank draft enclosed for the old home paper up to January 1 1928. It mentions a good year in Nebraska with ample rainfall through July and into August and thanks the recipient for past favors.
Desires buyers call at the Record office for further information on a Schiller Piano offered for 100 dollars, less than one third its value. Contact details are available at the Record office.
A. A. Miller is reported to have recently completed painting his dwelling house. The event marks a completed home improvement noted in local records.
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