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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1922
Page
2
Washington reports preliminary 1922 prison totals for a decennial census. 163,889 prisoners were confined nationwide across federal penitentiaries state prisons county jails chain gangs city institutions and other facilities. Comparisons show increases in federal and state prisons and shifts in county and city totals.
A Danville Illinois ceremony on Armistice day revealed a World War memorial by Lorado Taft of Chicago. The project includes a concrete bridge over the Vermilion River and carries a total cost of 400000 dollars.
Washington reports the 192b year book from the Department of Agriculture shows the vast corn crop as the nation’s main farm crop feeding livestock. Forty percent to swine, 30 percent to horses and mules, 15 percent to cattle, and only 10 percent for direct human food.
Toledo railroad section foreman Pete Pullos buried 1350 dollars in an earthen jar two years ago amid bank fears. He dug it up to find the money reduced to dill fragments chewed by worms. Bank officials attempted to reconstruct the bills but failed.
A government yearbook notes the United States provides about three quarters of the world corn and discusses how weather insects and diseases affect yields in the U S and other countries including Argentina Brazil Mexico and southern Europe. It cites losses from smut and earworm and mentions the European corn borer and farmer financing as tied to seasonal income.
William Ware described as a hairy, cave-dweller living near Stratford New Jersey is jailed in Camden County. His wife accuses him of crimes dating back years including a shooting blamed on his half brother and a jewel robbery, while Ware denies guilt and claims no criminal history.
Fall River Massachusetts man Walentz Nowacki told Southend police his stomach burned after he drank what he thought was vinegar. He had purchased a bottle from a nearby store and used it to season his meal. Investigation showed the liquid was washing fluid and a stomach pump was used.
M P Robson of Houston Texas proposes a zigzag road design to slow drivers before grade crossings. The plan uses acute angle turns to force low speeds and clear views of tracks in both directions, with extra space to turn around if speeds are unsafe. Supporters say it could reduce the high US fatal and injured counts from grade crossings.
A 1920s or older style guide advises motorists to adjust from summer to winter driving. Six concrete tips cover oil choice radiator alcohol cover crankcase drainage gasoline volatility and thorough lubrication of over fifty parts to ensure easier starts and reliable operation in cold weather.
An article notes that car owners overfill radiators, creating rust colored spills. It describes a method using a copper tube and cork to pour water in without overflow, by matching inflow to outflow through the overflow pipe.
In the dark he times actions by water dripping from an overflow pipe into a garage floor, a simple audible cue. The device is small enough to fit a side pocket and compatible with any watering can.
The correct mixture lets the engine run without choking, popping, or misfiring across all speeds from lowest to highest. Exhaust flame should be a faint blue or purple if the exhaust manifold is removed or cylinder head pet cocks opened.
Check motor timing and water cooling for leaks. Inspect clutch for play and ensure tires match rims and fit snugly. Glycerine on the windshield helps visibility in rain. Carry a flashlight for emergencies. Straighten dents carefully to avoid bat tered appearance. Driving at 25 mph uses less gas than 45 mph. Drain old motor oil and replace every 400 miles. verify oil level and pressure gauge.
Keokuk voters approved bonds for three new grade schools totaling 575000. Northeast Iowa Electric president C C Miller died of pneumonia. Sheriff Marsh of Mason City and his wife also died of pneumonia recently. Plans for a 250000 Samaritan Hospital in Sioux City moved forward with work to begin when weather allows.
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