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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1925
Page
4
The Anita Record announces weekly publication as a Thursday issue. It notes second class mail status and historical entry dates for Cass county Iowa including 1913 under federal postal act provisions.
A tribute to Abraham Lincoln praising his lifetime of service to mankind and compassion for the helpless. The piece extols his Christlike love, his aim for freedom for all, and his devotion to the nation, noting a personal sacrifice. Written by Bert Moorehouse.
The piece mocks doomsday predictions by the Holy Rollers and notes shock for mourned individuals. It surveys political contention in Iowa and Minnesota, including calls for swift Senate action and Johnson contesting Schall’s Minnesota seat amid bootlegger support.
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil argues for submitting a proposal to issue bonds in anticipation of road income to the voters, asserting constitutional limits on lawmakers and the value of public debate to let people decide whether to bond or pay as you go. Missouri and Iowa experience with bond plans is cited as evidence that public input will reveal sound policy. The piece urges fairness and voter participation in shaping transportation funding.
Industrial News Bureau notes that optimism about national administration and agricultural gains influences industry. It cautions against over optimism that could fuel speculation and inflation, urging vigilance to maintain stability.
Senator Cummins asserts in letters to Atlantic News Telegraph and Des Moines Register that reports of an agreement with Senator Brookhart are false. He says he would judge the Steck contest as a judicial matter, voting for Brookhart if legally nominated and elected, and notes he has no personal quarrel with Brookhart while praising fair treatment of all colleagues. The text also includes unrelated opinion items on dirt roads and a proposed two cent tax on gasoline for non-resident tourists.
The article notes optimism for a railway holiday and public safety measures, praising those who take decisive action. It contrasts labor laws, youth exemptions, and immigration concerns with calls for a bond issue of 85 million dollars for highways. It mentions Gov Kendal and Rep Huff visiting Des Moines as the legislature progresses toward a Senate decision.
H P Ziegler visited Omaha on Monday. Mrs Mary Holton has been ill the past week. E R Correll of Adair was a Record caller yesterday. Mrs Robert Scott spent Monday with friends in Atlantic. Mrs BE C Dorsey was the guest of friends in Atlantic Monday. Frank Barber and C E Parker were Record callers Tuesday. Obedience Lodge No 380 AF&AM held a regular meeting Tuesday night followed by refreshments.
Miss Marie Rickel appears as a caller for a record event on Saturday. Local page notes her role in the community activity and invites participation.
Mrs Mary Steinmetz visited the Record office on Monday and left a cordial impression during her call.
Mrs. Maggie McDermott was listed as the four record caller on Tuesday in the local society notes. The item notes her role among community organizers and her continued public engagement.
Chas Crolly makes a Record call Monday in Massena area. Herman Baier will move to James Morgan farm in Lincoln township. F A Black and family will move to Lulu Alvord property March 1. Chester Crandall renewed his Record subscription for 1925. Mary Deeming of Fort Collins Colorado was among callers Saturday. Myrtle Richter and child visited the Record editor Saturday. Peter Biggs renewed subscription through January 1 1926. J H Schaake and wife returned from visit with relatives in Carroll Iowa. For rent a five room use. Bernice Shipman born February 5 to Mr and Mrs Amos Shipman. Mrs C E Blakesley of Belleville Kansas in the city due to mother’s illness.
Miss Mary Rupperle served as a record caller over the weekend. She was in the city Monday continuing her duties.
Mrs. Dr. E. C. Harry visited the Record office yesterday as a caller. Clayton Carey is seriously ill with lagrippe. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Mennig report their baby ill for a week. Miss Lydia Kuehn returns from Des Moines relatives. Mason Linderman and wife called at the Record office Tuesday. The Parker feed barn combination sale drew a good crowd Saturday afternoon.
F. J. McCord visited from Des Moines last Saturday and spent Sunday with family. Creston native Mother Brady remains in Anita for the week with her daughter Mrs. Jas B. Lewis. W. H. McIntyre boosted his home-paper subscription. Mrs. J. L. Howard traveled to Fremont Nebraska for her sister’s illness. W. H. McIntire leased the J. F. Galiher property in North Anita and plans moving near March 1.
The text notes that occasionally a bank official is acquitted of fraud but implies it is rare. It criticizes Congress and state legislatures for neglecting numerous recommendations on economy and retrenchment, even when chances arise to implement them.
Mrs. F R Leffingwell returned to Mason City on Monday after spending several days there with her mother Mrs. Ida McCord.
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