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Newspaper

Anita Record

Location

Anita, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1925

Page

5

Nothing But The Truth a Home Talent Success at Anita

Monday and Tuesday evenings the Unique theatre hosted the Parent Teachers Association production Nothing But The Truth. The ensemble under coach Mrs. E S Holton delivered a flawless performance with strong teamwork and polished pacing. The high school orchestra provided notable pre show and intermission music.

Parent Teachers Association E. S. Holton Holton E. M. Ralston Rob Bennit

Cinderella Great Success At Anita School Operetta

The Anita school pupils from grades one through eight presented Cinderella to wide community interest with catchy music. Neil Johnson and Margaret Biggs led strong Prince Charming and Cinderella performances while Cupid and fairies entertained. Miss Victoria Love supervised music and earned credit for the show.

Cinderella Anita Faires Sprites Cupid Maxine Taylor Prince Neil Johnson Prince Charming Margaret Biggs Billy Donohoe Jane Scholl Victoria Love

Special Meeting of Lincoln Township Helping Hand Club

A Friday gathering at Mrs. F A Daughenbaugh’s home featured a dinner and sewing carpet rags and quilting. Twenty two members attended. visitors included Mrs. J J Dill and Mrs. Henry Aggen. Mrs. B M Bopp, moving away, received a silver spoon. Next meeting set for Thursday at Mrs. R N Way’s home.

Lincoln Township F. A Daughenbaugh B M. Bopp J. J. Dill Henry Aggen Jesse Eblin R. N. Way

Birthday party honors Mrs Vernon on sixty fifth celebration

Intimate friends surprised Mrs. R. D. Vernon at her home on Saturday for her sixty fifth birthday. The gathering featured baskets of hearty fare and late evening radio programs. Attendees included Mrs. D. W. Faulkner Mrs. Mary Steinmetz Mrs. A. H. Steinmetz and Mr. and Mrs Glen Steinmetz.

R. D. Vernon D. W. Faulkner Mary Steinmetz A. H. Steinmetz Glen Steinmetz

Shower for Miss Furry in Anita community

Miss Florence Rickel hosted a pre nuptial shower at Mrs. Elmira Rickel’s home on February 14 honoring Miss Hazel Furry as she prepares to marry Lester King. Guests included Mrs. Elmira Rickle A J Hines C M Vohs and Misses Maurine Turner Emma Wade Jeanette McEldowney Helen Myers Hazel Pine Virginia Deeming and Edna E Pieper. The event featured pink and white decorations and a three course luncheon with many beautiful gifts for the bride to be.

Elmira Rickel Florence Rickel Hazel Furry Lester King Anita Mesdames Elmra Rickle A. J. Hines C. M. Vohs Maurine Turner Emma Wade Jeanette McEldowney Helen Myers Hazel Pine Virginia Deeming Edna E. Pieper

Wilbur Jemming Records a Call on Saturday

Wilbur Jemming was a record caller on Saturday, appearing in the local notes. He drew attention for his telephone outreach and community role during the weekend.

Wilbur Jemming

Local notices and social life from Anita and Adair region

A mixed local items column notes visits by Mrs. Bessie M. Ward and others to Adair Anita and Atlantic, farm moves by Arlo Johnson and L. W. Martin, a public sale at Adam Enfield farm, a regular American Legion meeting, and a social dance at Ed Poll’s home. Mary Smith er ill, Crystal Dasher guests at the Record editor, and various bargains on fabric and farms.

Card of Thanks for Kindness and Support During Illness

During my long illness I have felt the warmth of neighbors and friends through kind remembrance. I express grateful thanks for messages of love and encouragement, the beautiful flowers, delicacies, and every act of ministration that contributed to my happiness.

Notice of Annual Election for Anita Iowa School District

Notice to qualified electors of the Independent School District of Anita Cass County Iowa that the annual election will be held at the Town Hall Anita on Monday March 9 1925 from 1 PM to 6 PM One member of the Board of Education to be elected for a three year term to succeed Clyde H Bowen and to fill a vacancy for one year to succeed U S Walker both terms created by resignations and ap pointment The meeting will be open for any lawful business dated Anita Cass County Iowa February day AD 1925

Anita Cass County Iowa Board of Education Clyde H. Bowen Peter E. Voorhees U. S. Walker A. D. Dean

Annual Statement of Receipts and Disbursements Anita IA

The Independent School District of Anita Cass County Iowa reports for the year ending February 1 1925 a General Fund balance of 11 dollars on February 1 1924 tax collections 28771 83 apportionment 657 96 tuition 4211 10 and other sources 991 63. Expenditures include 20407 70 for teachers and 6219 77 for contingent expenses with a year end balance of 29787 75. Interest on bonds 1095 48 balance on loan 8544 13 fund totals 46115 22. Next year estimates list general and school house funds as 0 00. Theo B Nichols secretary.

Anita Cass County General

Notice to Tax-Payers County Treasurer Urges Early Payment

Tax due by March 1 1925 with delinquency penalty starting April 1 1925. Treasurer Jesse N Jones urges prompt payment to reduce congestion and avoid delays. Pay now and avoid having to wait.

Jesse N. Jones

Moving to a Smaller Farm Near Anita

Wilbur Jemming who farmed the J. M. Sheley 240 acre tract four miles west of Anita has leased the J. F. Norton farm just southwest of Anita and will take possession March 1. The Sheley property will be occupied soon by Isaac Warner, former Berea resident now living in Lewis.

Wilbur Jemming J. M. Sheley Anita J. F. Norton Sheley Isaac Warner Berea Lewis

New Schemes to Raise Money at Valentines Social

A Saturday valentine social at Mrs. Elvira E. Hyde's home, hosted by the B M E division of the Ladies Aid Society of the M E church, asked each member to earn a dollar for the treasury and share how they earned it. Some devised clever methods that would challenge a rapid brain-teaser.

Elvira E. Hyde Ladies’ Aid Society M. E. Church

Ribbon novelties and spring styles on display

A display of Ribbon Flowers Ribbon Ornaments and Ribbon Decorative Novelties in all colors and designs is ready for inspection and on sale. Phone 231. 45-11. Young Men's Spring Styles include snaps, shapes and colors caps shirts neckwear. Wanted Moen to attach Gas Savers to Fore motors. Light work good pay full particulars at Anita Record 9-2.

Lewis Moen Anita Record

Lingerie Crepe Lines New Shades for Sale

Lingerie Crepe fabric offered in all new shades 32 inches wide priced at 28 cents per yard. Local textile shop listing highlights affordable material for dressmaking and alterations.

Lewis

Sheriff Sale Notice in Cass County Iowa 1925

The sheriff announces a special execution from Cass County District Court in favor of First Trust and Savings Bank Chicago against multiple defendants. The property, the north half of the southwest quarter of Section 18, Township 77 North Range 34 West, Cass County, Iowa, will be sold March 4 1925 at 10 00 AM in front of Atlantic Court House for cash. Dated Atlantic Iowa February 3 1925.

District Court Cass County Iowa First Trust and Savings Bank Chicago Ilinois Anata Isaac Swanson Swanson Julius Fredrickson Peter Monster J. O. Howard C. T. Campbell John L. Cary William Story E. L. Newton Stella Story Guardian Mike Winger Leon G. Vorhees Clyde East S.W Court House Atlantic

Roger Chinn Improving After Eight Week Home Confinement

Roger Chinn who has been confined to his home for eight weeks due to inflammatory rheumatism is reported as improving.

Roger Chinn

Electric power share and private development in the United States

The article states that half of global electricity is generated and used in the United States, where nine tenths of it is developed under private initiative.

United States

Rural school ready for Monday start near Anna

The finished building in the McDermott district east of Anna will host the new rural school opening next Monday. The facility is described as thoroughly modern and ready for students.

McDermott Anna

New Maintainer J H Stone Sets Smoothing Mission

With a new maintainer linked to last week J H Stone of the Whiteway 7 highway is ready to perform effective work smoothing unusually rough sections.

J. H. Stone

Effie Blakesly Plans Return to Belleville Kansas

Mrs. Effie Blakesly of Belleville Kansas, who has stayed in the city for several weeks aiding her mother Mrs. Mary Smither, expects to return home this week.

Caroline Smith Mary Smither Effie Blakesly Belleville Kansas

Town clears leaves after thaw and freeze thaw

After the February thaw followed by a deep freeze, streets lawns and parking areas in town have been cleaned of late fall and winter debris.

For Sale 65 Acre Field and 15 Acre Blue Grass Pasture

Real estate listing offers sixty five acre stalk field with fifteen acre blue grass pasture. Inquiries directed to Roy Taylor or M O Corneilson located eight miles southeast of Anita. 4-tf

Roy Taylor M. O. Corneilson Anita

Wilson to Sell Two Thoroughbred Bulls at February Sale

Notice states C. L. Wilson will sell two year old bulls at the combination sale in the feed barn on Saturday February 21 1925. One Rick Angus and one Shorthorn. Both are coming one year old.

C. L. Wilson

Karnak Claims Promote Health In Railway Engineer Testimony

A. C. Williams, a Clinton Iowa engineer, testifies Karnak cured long standing stomach and back pains, boosted weight, and restored health. The product is sold exclusively in Anita by Rongers Bros and widely by local pharmacists.

Karnak Anita Rongers Bros

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bessie M. Ward Roy Enfield Record Office J. M. Soper Stuart Joseph Kopp John A. Cruise Anita Post American Legion Earl S. Holton Adam Enfield M. L. Swanson Crystal Dasher Record Editor’s Fred Muller Chas Barber Adams County Max Smith Highland Sherman F. Lowell John D. Galaday L. W. Martin Ed. L. Newton J. D. Peterson Koob Arlo Johnson Chas. D. Barber C. D. Armstrong Franklin Township Miss Beggs Anita School George Denne Rose Hill Avenue Sherm F. Myers Jean Yates Adair Ed. Poll Theo. B. Nichols Independent Lees Atlantic, Iowa W. A. McKee Geo. H. Highley Ates HEDGES _BROTHERS Pantorium L. E. Bean Diamond M. P. Trainer Jeweler G. W. Marsh Lief New Medi Cine A. C. Williams Sixth Ave Clinton H. E. Campbell Campbell Building Masonic Temple H. P. Ziegler G. M. Adair Citizens Shay Loan & Insurance Agency Anita, Iowa Illinois Kentucky Fullerton Lumber Co
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