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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1914
Page
6
The war in Europe drives sugar prices higher. F H Jobes of Simmons and Jobes reports W H Edgar and Sons of Detroit informed the local firm that 500000 bags of sugar were shipped to England. This equals about 1250 cars worth $2500000 at current prices.
Friends and families from the Galion Anita area organized a surprise for Frank Osben on August 30. Guests arrived by car with baskets, dinner was served on the lawn, and Frank recovered his composure after a moment of astonishment. The group included Mr and Mrs Lyman Pray Mr and Mrs Wilbur Heckman Mr and Mrs Will Mountain and others.
Miss Daisy C. Jenkins entertained many friends Thursday at her home. Guests toured the Grape Arbor decorated with Nasturtiums and enjoyed a two course picnic luncheon. The hostess was aided by her mother Mrs. S. S. Jenkins and Miss Reba Trimmer. numerous invited ladies and a few Misses and Mesdames attended.
The First M E Church notes no Sunday evening park services due to rain. Fourth quarterly session elected officers for the new conference year. Bro. McDade left for Lewis. Anita boys camp at Crystal Lake hosted 18 attendees over four days with good conduct. Game with Lewis fellows and upcoming services are mentioned. R W Swick, Pastor.
A Sunday baseball game at Crystal Lake Lewis saw Anita defeat Griswold a strong defensive effort led by pitcher Clark who allowed three hits. Sam Morgan Babe Forshay made standout plays as Todhunter drove in all Anita runs and George Morgan also contributed with the bat and field. Gate receipts totaled 80 dollars as Atlantic fans enjoyed a clean, spirited contest.
Jack Foster, 23, left his home near Adair Iowa to rent a farm near Atlantic and vanished two weeks earlier. A July 22 postcard mailed from Sioux City stated he had joined the navy and would not return, reading harshly to his wife of two years. He had about 300 on his person. foul play is suspected by his wife.
Good attendance at Bible School last Sunday. Lesson focuses on The Wicked Husbandmen. Pastor urges full participation next Sunday and regular churchgoing. Christian Endeavor at 6 45 p m led by Raymond Peterson on Our Social Life for Christ. Union Open Air service in the park at eight oclock. C E pantry sale Saturday afternoon for Sunday dinner. H J Wilkins pastor.
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