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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1928
Page
4
Entry recorded as second class mail matter on January 2 1913 at Anita Iowa Cass County under the act of March 3 1897. Includes office and residence phone references.
A political write in opposition to Democratic Free Trade argues such policies hurt American farmers, warns of bread lines and low or no prices, and predicts Hoover’s victory with strong support from Republican voters. It cites Al Smith, LaFollette, DuPont funding, and price fixing debates.
A harsh critique notes the push for Al Smith to win the Presidency as promote of Prohibition repeal. It accuses unnamed supporters of spreading deceptive rhetoric and warns voters to scrutinize congressional choices alongside the presidential race.
An old political adage links Maine results to national outcomes as Baxter predicts a large Republican Maine majority affecting Democrats. The piece lampoons Democratic gold bricks, Tammany Hall dirt farmers, and shifts in party lines amid Volstead law debates. It cites Lowden and Smith era tensions, labor intrigue, and calls for wide voter participation nationwide.
Ed L. Richardson notes Al Smith, Democratic presidential nominee, rose from precinct committeeman to Governor of New York via Tammany Hall support. He argues Rural New York voters repeatedly blocked his bids, though Tam many Hall backing aided his success in most contests.
Mrs Della Griffith Winder of Hugo Colorado a former Anita resident is the Democratic nominee for Lincoln County Colorado County Superintendent of Schools. Her prior terms in the office were described as satisfactory and her supporters in Anita and Cass counties urge her election in what is effectively the county race.
The article notes a push to place police at various intersections to ensure strict obedience to STOP signs and traffic laws in Anita. It also highlights numerous vehicles driving at night without proper head and tail lights, creating dangerous conditions for careful drivers.
Mrs Ernest Burke and son Gail of this city join Mrs Lena Earl and children to travel Saturday to Streater Illinois to visit their grandmother Mrs Wm Mailander who has reached the advanced age of ninety five years and other relatives and friends.
Local feed store promotes pig meal oil meal tankage bran shorts minerals salt laying mashes oyster shell and related farming goods. Contact for farm feed needs and supplies.
The piece mocks political grandstanding and the flood of publicity surrounding presidential elections. It argues hot air from both regional blocs is exploited for personal ambition, with no concern for real issues or voter insight.
A newspaper notes the emergence of a new Republican faction labeled Destructive Republicans. It characterizes them as a mongrel breed with Populist, socialist and anarchic leanings, urging readers to recognize the dangers they pose to stability.
The article questions whether Al Smith can endure four years under adverse criticism of his administration without losing temper or religion. It argues that anyone who cannot withstand criticism, merited or not, should not pursue public office.
A political writer notes that 93 percent voted in 1896 and 50 percent in 1924. He forecasts the 1928 campaign will resemble 1896 and estimates twenty million more people will vote for president than in 1924, including new voters.
Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler head of Columbia University urges repeal of the eighteenth amendment. He poses questions about timing methods and responsible actors and invites discussion on who should lead the change at the national level.
The Primghar Bel notes confusion among Republicans who support agricultural relief temperance and good government about backing the party nominee. It argues loyalty to party principles and Americanism while questioning the nominee’s alignment with core GOP priorities.
W. E. Rhodes and wife will spend a few days at the state fair in Des Moines. Miss LaVerne Rhodes has returned from a visit with relatives in Council Bluffs. Harold C. Winder of Des Moines spent Sunday in Anita with his parents and many friends. Let us demonstrate Beatrice and Gold Medal Cream Separators. Fred C. Saemisch of Atlantic was a business visitor in Anita yesterday en route to Des Moines.
Local notices report two schoolgirls sought for room and board. Mrs Elizabeth Ames returns from Osceola. the Howards visit Oneida Illinois. Anita residents plan for the Iowa state fair. Fence added on South Locust street. soda fountain ad requests. Mrs Geo Scholl visits from Long Island for her father’s illness. Southwest Iowa picnic shows Hoover 49, Smith 3, Thompson 1 in a straw vote. Radio era mentioned diminishing old political oratory.
Highland Illinois with 3,000 residents plans to pave about 13 to 14 miles of streets arguing it will save money due to lower upkeep compared to dirt roads. Over the last eleven years maintenance reached 160000 dollars, with authorities noting hard surfacing is an economy and dividend-paying investment.
Nina L vohs writes from 918 Locust Street Kansas City Missouri sending $2.00 to continue the Record at the same address. She notes intense heat and praises electric fans while sending best regards to Sherm and family and friends.
It is claimed by scientists that beet sugar and cane sugar are the same chemical compound sucrose, indistinguishable in laboratory tests and in use. Accepting this finding supports the beet sugar industry and promises better prices and profits for farmers in many states.
BONGERS BROS announces factory prices this month for toilet requisites candies household needs stationery rubber goods brushes and sundries at Zale Price level.
Wm. K. Carey of A ten spent a few days in Anita this week visiting his brothers John L. Carey and Clayton A. Carey.
Sunday evening the editor and wife with Mother Richardon toured southwest of Adair and passed the Bovee farm now occupied by Jas Glynn. The Glynn field south of the residence holds fine corn, with several large cars in the field showing how high the stalks rise over the rest of the countryside.
Mrs Ed Bell has been under care and treatment of Dr H E Campbell the past week. The report notes her ongoing medical supervision and suggests steady progress during this period.
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