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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1925
Page
4
In Anita Iowa a local notice references postal matter dating January 2 1913 and mentions charges for mail to Canada per year. The text also notes there are other hogs besides the ground hog, implying agricultural or rural curiosity as part of the item.
The commentary notes that Smith Brookhart is forced to show his colors and teeth as a national trend emerges. It claims most can start a bank but few are real financiers able to keep it spinning, with divorce wills nationwide kept greased by alimony provisions.
By inauguration day the country will likely know who is President with no need to ask. A blind groundhog would notice this shadow on Monday, suggesting at least six weeks more of it and the usual trimmings.
A note condemns harsh rumors and insults aimed at a person’s name and character, praising integrity and warning against mean spirits. The piece highlights the value of reputation and steadfast virtue in the face of slander.
Film star Gloria Swanson has wed a French nobleman, marking another high profile union in Hollywood. The wedding signals a blend of glamour and European title prestige that captivates the entertainment world.
World demand for American pork products grows as the United States holds about thirty percent of global supply versus twenty three percent before the war. The text urges securing fuel for an additional six weeks of Iowa winter as the groundhog hints at spring.
The write up notes ongoing rough conditions from January with a cautious outlook for February and March to bring more tolerable weather, acknowledging late winter limits while hoping for improvement.
If co operative marketing of farm products will bring relief to the farmers the sooner the farmers get together and hang together the better it will be for the farmers and everybody else throughout the United States.
The text notes a group called the third house composed of legislative staff and its influence in prolonging sessions. It mentions three million dollar mail car thieves convicted in federal court at Council Bluffs facing twenty to twenty five years in prison, delaying chances to recoup hidden earnings.
Passenger travel on railways is rising sharply as public highways remain poor and often impassable due to ongoing rough winter weather, prompting more people to rely on trains for movement.
The Des Moines man nicknamed "hey banker" is serving a five year term at Fort Madison for diverting prison funds estimated between fifty thousand and one hundred thousand dollars. He has been promoted from inmate to assistant prison administrator.
The article notes heated debate in the Senate over a president's nomination to the Supreme Court. It highlights the nominee's steadfast stance that "no rulky man shall escape" and argues this kind of firm character fits a Supreme Court justice.
J A Swisher recounts Governor Lucas urging a committee to digest a complete code of laws for Iowa Territory. The Supreme Court justices provided bills, many by Charles Mason, arranged topically in order, forming the first Iowa codebook known as The Old Blue Book.
A historical report notes state taxes rising from 100 to 350 percent over ten years, with farmers paying 16.6 percent of total income in taxes. Railroad taxes surged from 272 to 431,241 per mile between 1902 and 1922, increasing the cost of agriculture and livestock operations.
A November marriage ends in a clash that spurs divorce talks as a baby is due in August. Charlie Chaplin and his wife face a spat amid Hollywood’s brisk, odd, and startling show of events.
The Omillia grocer who took both at once earns a bouquet for securing the top prize. He captured the feat first and receives recognition for the double win.
A husband and wife welcomed twins at a railway station in South Dakota while waiting for a train. The event occurred off the Rock Island line and was reported as a brief local note.
Frank Peterson was hosted by A. F. Pine and his family on Friday, visiting their home.
A partial readable item notes Mre Magele McDermott among several record breakers on Monday. The fragment mentions achievement but lacks full details or entities for a complete summary.
J. PD. McDermott of Benton township called at the Record office on Monday to inquire or relay messages.
A plain summary of what counts as gross income, allowable deductions for different occupations, and limits. It covers storekeepers, professionals, and farmers, detailing rent, utilities, supplies, auto costs, salaries, repairs, and tool costs as deductibles, while noting non deduction rules for personal living expenses and unpaid loans to relatives.
Losses in trade or professional undertakings or profit driven transactions are deductible from gross income for tax. Personal asset losses like a home or car sale not in profit motive are not deductible. Farm operation losses as a business venture are deductible. losses for mere pleasure are not.
Losses from fires storms shipwreck or other casualty theft or embezzlement may be deducted from gross income in the 1924 return. Deductions apply even if not tied to business and for property destroyed or damaged in the year incurred. Losses are deductible only to the extent not compensated by insurance or other means.
Miss Fioida Rasmussen, a Drake University student in Des Moines, spent Sunday at her home in Anita.
Mrs. Mary Teeming of Fort Collins Colorado arrives in the city after being afflicted by illness and heat related to her mother Mrs. A Goodpnasture.
The Pantry vale and luncheon served Saturday by the Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Mo B Church, was well patronized, supporting the church's missions and activities.
Wallace Bullock travels to Iowa City to spend Sunday with his brother Max who attends the late university and with numerous friends and former classmates during a relaxed family gathering.
Roger Chinn, ill for several weeks with rheumatism and serious heart affection, remains in about the same condition as during the past two weeks.
A four year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs Crolly from the Massena vicinity, was admitted to Dr HI FB Champbell hospital Monday with a badly fractured and dislocated elbow joint following a farm mishap.
Preston Bell of the Wiota vicinity fell from a barn and suffered severe back and side injuries. He is under the care of Dr. H. E. Campbell and a fear of internal injuries is noted.
A debt found worthless may be deducted from gross income for 1924 if evidence shows how worthlessness was discovered and that ordinary and legal collection efforts failed. Bad debts may be deducted in part or whole with reasonable certainty of uncollectibility. Wages or rentals unpaid generally do not qualify unless included in gross income in the year of the deduction.
A fire early Monday morning leveled a four nine room dwelling on the Pell Bros farm southwest of Anita. Sorn Sandbeck and family occupied the home and all contents were burned including children's clothing. Insurance partially covered by Porshaw Worshae Aveney of Anfe, policy about 4209.
If ill or away from home a taxpayer may request an extension from the Commissioner of Internal Revenue in Washington DC. Requests must arrive before the due date and by March 15 1925 for calendar year filers. Extensions do not extend tax payment deadlines unless stated. As a condition, a tentative return and at least one fourth of an estimated tax may be required.
The 1924 revenue act requires returns from individuals with net income of 1000 or more or gross income of 5000 or more, and from married couples with combined income thresholds. Exemptions include 1000 for single persons and 2500 for married couples, plus 400 per dependent. Even with deductions reducing net income, returns may be required. Penalties apply for not filing and paying at least a quarter of tax due by March 15, 1925.
Kenneth Dean has secured a good position in Omaha and departs this week to begin his new duties.
Miss Vera Hook resumes china painting classes at a time of shortage as a large group begins instruction in fancy decoration, tied to The Rexall Store anniversary sale.
Leach, long established on his Bewea area farm, plans retirement and will dispose of his stock and property at a public sale scheduled for Monday February 16.
The Senate confirmed Ren 8 Boyle a former Anita resident as Postmaster at Newhall Iowa. Hosley previously held the Newhall post under Roosevelt Taft and Harding administrations.
Mrs Agnes McCosh hosted the Original Sunshine Club at her east of Anita residence last Thursday with large attendance. After a graceful one o clock dinner, members spent the afternoon quilting together.
Elvida Rasmussen, a Des Moines college student, recently earned two medals for her shorthand and typewriting skills. She also serves part time as a stenographer for the Des Moines Radio Company.
Mrs F B Bean hosted the L O Club gathering on a Wednesday afternoon. Substitutes Mrs Keirn Rasmussen and Mrs Minnie Fear assisted, and Mrs Clara Robison won the high score after the seal dry session and luncheon.
Teen G, Voorhees and his wife, who spent a few days among old home sites in Anita while traveling from Washington DC to Ardmore Oklahoma, have returned home.
Dr Phil T Williams ends a lengthy period with his large stock of purebred dogs as his dog houses sit empty and closed.
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