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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1923
Page
2
The Cass County Fair announces a 40 plus item fireworks program for September 4 and 6 by Theatle Duffield Fireworks Co. featuring Wild numbers like Down On the Farm and Threshing Time plus The Palace of Jewels and Niagara Falls.
The piece notes it is hot for travelers passing through Anita both east and west bound. Tourists wear khaki clothing with silk enclosures exposed at auto doors. The writer mocks the sight without regard to potential reader discomfort or eye strain.
Lee Kempster of the Adair vicinity suffered a serious accident Friday afternoon north of Adair while attending the water supply for the engine. His left arm was caught in a pump jack and badly lacerated from elbow to shoulder. He was taken to Dr Maynard's office where the wound was dressed and stitches applied. He is recovering but will be unable to work for some time.
Citizens along the White Pole road from Dexter to Van Meter start a road beautification push. A four foot white painted band on telephone poles and a 4x8 sign at the Whiteway-7 Highway turn will guide travelers with directions to Earlham De Soto Van Meter Des Moines and the turnoff at Dexter. Adel News.
Anita faces a water shortage due to domestic demand and excess contractor use. The town urges sparing use while alerting residents to avoid waste as the paving project continues. Sherm Myers editor notes the press humor in the town’s dilemma.
H. T. Zenor of Stuart visited Friday to interview local cigar dealers about products from his factory. He toured shops, seeking feedback and connections to expand distribution.
Mrs Walker Ferneau and her daughter Madge of Malcolm Iowa are guests at the C M Vohs home this week. Mrs Ferneau is a sister of Mrs Vohs.
A trio of Iowa editorials challenge Senator Brookhart on Russia and farm policy. The State Line Herald questions Brookhart’s Soviet praise, while Glidden Graphic notes wheat prices fell despite Capper’s farm bloc law, and Waukon Republication previews a GOP challenger, suggesting Brookhart may run on a farmer labor ticket.
A Des Moines Russian resident claims Senator Brookhart was misled by interpreters and misunderstood the Soviet government, returning to the United States with an erroneous view. The Carroll Herald attributes the quote to the reader’s interpretation of Brookhart’s demand for recognition of Russia.
A Tama Herald letter argues for government participation in purchasing wheat and other crops on defined terms. It asks how long to hold purchases and what to do with excess after producers are encouraged to create surpluses, naming cotton corn hogs fruit and more.
The Corydon Times-Republican argues no independent or third party bids will win the presidency. It notes Henry Ford as a possible spoiler and Henry Ford's son Edsel avoiding military service as slacker behavior, while dismissing La Follette and Ford as viable nominees.
The Anamosa Eureka editorial criticizes Senator Brookhart’s push for government to control cooperative grain marketing and warns the move could justify state involvement in marketing pork beef mills and factories. The piece argues constitutional equality implies freedom in market decisions.
The Indianola Record argues that fixing prices for farm products would trigger price controls on other commodities and wages, warning farmers as urban voters grow influential. It cautions that elected price setting would spread from wheat and hogs to sugar cotton coal and related wages, banking on political consequences.
The Madisonian argues that for two years past there were ongoing debates about a specific claim. The piece traces the arguments, counterpoints, and evolving positions among local figures.
The Madisonian editorial argues that lasting farm prosperity requires reduced manufacturing and transportation costs, not union-imposed wage prices. It criticizes artificial pricing by labor leaders and asserts agricultural prices reflect supply and demand, not Wall Street manipulation.
Mrs Michael Tierney and her daughter Miss Rosa are spending several weeks in Jackson Michigan as guests of Mrs Anna Stellingworth and family.
Audubon begins the 1923 24 school year on September 10 with Miss Mildred Walker in charge of the Sixth grade. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs U S Walker of the city.
Walter Hackwell and family depart Anita after months there to take their leased Langham Saskatchewan farm. They plan to settle in Canada this week.
A girl named Barbara Jean Rhoads was born on Saturday August 11 to Mr and Mrs Frank Rhoads. The baby adds to the growing number of grandchildren of Grandpa and Grandma H Clay Lewis and Grandma W C Rhoads.
J Wickland a farina hand is in serious condition after a midnight Saturday auto crash one mile north of Hamlin. He was driving a Ford with Dewel Alt and Hans Jorgensen injured. The car turned turtle and X rays cannot yet reveal the full extent of Wickland's injuries. Jorgensen had had speeding license suspension in July.
The Griswold American notes nationwide pressure from coal dealers and speculators urging buyers to stock up for winter. Home dealers show less insistence, expecting ample supply for local demand, while prices depend on mines and big speculators, risking higher costs for the public.
Farmers' Supply Co offers Deering Standard Binding Twine as the best on the market and invites customers to place orders now.
August specials announce the best sale yet for BONGERS BROS with pricing and offerings highlighted in a brief retail notice.
Local notes report two Menlo banks have consolidated and fuel stocks are being prepared for winter. Mrs. Elvira Hyde spent Sunday with the Simon Whited family near Atlantic. The upcoming divorce case term is expected to be crowded with fodder figures.
Attorney H. M. Boorman of Atlantic was a business caller in Anita Saturday, visiting local officials and discussing ongoing matters.
Mrs Clyde Pollock of the Berea area spent last week at the J A Pollock home near Atlantic visiting relatives and friends.
Fred Kline, a friend from beyond the Audubon county line, served as a record caller Thursday. Chas Budd and son of Grinnell visited this week with H W Budd and family. The C O Z club was hosted yesterday at Mrs Carl Hansen’s east Main Street home.
Saturday night's heavy rainfall led to the postponement of many planned Sunday picnics. Organizers cited unfit outdoor conditions and safety concerns, with rescheduled dates not yet announced.
Three women, Miss Cora Daughenbaugh Mrs Roy Der ry and Mrs Goldie Baier spent Friday in Anita as part of a social outing and local visit.
Adair Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters plan their annual picnic at Sunnyside Park Atlantic this Friday. The event invites members and families to enjoy a community gathering with games and refreshments.
William Hemphill and his wife from Omaha were in town this week due to the death of their aunt Mrs. J. S. Hunter. The Leon G. Voorhees dwelling at the scene has its exterior and roof greatly improved by a new coat of paint.
The State Banking Department applies strict supervision to ensure depositor safety. Are your deposits protected by this bank's safeguards and insurance? The message asserts Citizens' State Bank commits to safeguarding customer funds under official oversight.
Deering Standard Twine 25 tf available at Farmers Supply Co. for farm use. Local buyers may inquire about price and quantities. Contact details not provided in readable text.
H P Ziegler attorney at law offers settlement of estates as a specialty along with opinions on abstracts, collections, and broad general legal services.
Webb Todhunter of Atlantic was in the city Monday on business.
Chas. W. McDermott of Wiota was in the city Saturday evening, visiting local friends and observing city happenings.
The day followed a week of showers with sunshine and clear skies. Residents enjoyed the weather as temperatures warmed and outdoor activities resumed.
Casey officials weigh a proposition to gravel the town streets. The measure seeks to improve road surfaces and reduce dust, with council members discussing costs and funding options.
Mrs. Dr. R. A. Lantz and two babies have returned home to Extra after spending a few days with Mrs. F. O. Worthing.
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