New Mexico Teachers Talk Of Ranch County Schools Progress
A letter from Mountainaire New Mexico dated December 26 1913 outlines state law funding for rural schools. It notes five month terms for districts with at least fifteen children and a tax levy, teacher salaries from fifty to seventy five dollars monthly by certificate level, and state aid if funds are short. It describes teacher requirements health certificate county meetings and the State Education Association, and highlights rural curricula including manual arts domestic science agriculture and drawing to prepare citizens.
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Mountainaire
New Mexico
Bortor
Far West
Torrence County
Torrence
State Association
Albuquerque
P. P. Claxton
Southwest
Gov. McDonald
Alvin N. White
Mary ©. Bradford
Colorado
C. L. Burt
Grant Chief Names Harlan as Goat in Rail Way Irregularities
The Grant Chief accuses E. S. Harlan of being the goat in irregularities tied to A. N. & S. railway affairs during his Receiver period. He hints that higher officials may be responsible and questions the truth, noting Harlan’s age, shrewdness, and likely avoidance of a goad role.
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E. S. Harlan
Ed Harlan
The Office Cat Snuot Smash Report
A humorous item notes an Office Cat losing its sense of smell after a mishap. The tale centers on the cat feeling unwell and an unfortunate nose injury described in playful rhymes.
Tally Another For Kansas
A Kansas man is credited with discovering brandy from wet elm saw dust. An observing editor notes that prohibition faces trouble when a rip-saw yields alcohol from a rail fence.
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Kansas
Conditions in the Far West and Unemployment Claims
The piece discusses California Oregon and Washington unemployment levels likened to Uncle Sam's army. It cites George Haver's letter to the paper from recent weeks setting forth conditions in that western region and suggests there is truth to his claims about joblessness and food scarcity.
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California
Oregon
Washington
Uncle Sam
George Haver
A Long Time Dead. Look Not Upon the Wine
A terse verse cautions against wine’s power, urging readers not to gaze upon its red glow as it is said to make a man a long time dead.
Real Distinction Between Booster and Wind-Jammer
The piece contrasts a genuine local booster who earns respect with a spurious wind-jammer who never misses a chance to prove himself. It emphasizes how true community supporters act versus posturing figures seeking praise.
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Adam Hog
A Slight Difference in Life and Love Observed
An anonymous observer argues life is one dam thing after another while love is two dam things, claiming experience from hardship gives credibility. He cautions that without varied ups and downs, opinions may falter under opposing assaults.
Investigation urged into Anita chimney condition
Repeats call to inspect Anita chimney noting recent tire-related incidents from defective chimneys and stating such inspection would not breach laws or ordinances.
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Anita
Rebekah Lodge Officers Installed Across Several Towns
Mrs. Lulu Faga assisted by Mrs. Walter Hook installed Rebekah Lodge officers in Anita. Officers named include N G J B Herriman W G M Metcalf See y C L Wilson Financial Secry H R Robison Treasurer. Installations planned for Cumberland Griswold Wiota Atlantic with a joint Odd Fellows event.
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Lulu Faga
Walter Hook
Rebekah Lodge
Anita
J. B. Herriman
N. G
M. Metcalf
W. G
W. H. Wagner, Jr
C. L. Wilson
H. R. Robison
Faga
Hook
Rebekah
Cumberlad
Griswold
Wiota
Atlantic
Cumberland
Odd Fellows
Masonic Officers Installed at Obedience Lodge No 380
Obedience Lodge No 380 A F and A M held installation Tuesday night with retiring Master W H Armstrong presenting officers. Geo Scholl WV M S V Metheny S W W F Budd J W Chas Scholl Treasurer M E Millhollin Secretary A B Stone S D Carl D Millard J D Ira Bontrager 58 5 C T McAffee J 8 John Scott Tyler Rev P A Rickel Chaplain Finance Committee J D Young F D Joy F O Worthing Worshipful Master Geo School announced future Master of Ceremonies J D Young. A banquet followed the ceremony.
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Obedience Lodge No
A. F
A. M
W.H. Armstrong
Geo. Scholl
Geo. School
Bro
J. D. Young
Homecoming Navy Veteran Harry Woodmansee Visits Iowa
Harry Woodmansee, recently discharged from the Navy at San Francisco, arrives in Des Moines after traveling from the west. He visits his mother, then Anita to greet friends before returning to Des Moines, planning to reenlist for four more years and draw full pay during the interim. He served two years in the Spanish-American War and eight in the navy, totaling ten years of service.
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Uncle
Sam
Harry Woodmansee
San Francisco
California
Iowa
Des Moines
Far West
Anita
Harry
Uncle Sam
Wiseman Joins Iowa Homestead as Associate Editor
W H Wiseman former owner of the Atlantic Daily Telegraph now serves as associate editor of the Iowa Homestead. The piece questions his prowess as a campaign manager and senatorial prognosticator before a June primary, noting a bad reputation despite his name.
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W.H. Wiseman
Atlantic Daily Telegraph
Atlantic Daily News
Iowa Homestead
Wiseman
United States
Adam
The Dog Poisoner Abroad
A periodical professional dog poisoner is described as an industrious pest who scatters poisoned morsels to kill dogs. A dog belonging to Ernest Wade recently died from such baiting, and the writer condemns the poisoner as unfit for any humane society.
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Ernest Wade
Ernie
Alfalfa Proves Profitable Crop Across Iowa
Iowa soil shows strong alfalfa potential with fourth harvest on W. K. Carey farm near Anita. G. W. Flesher reports high yields and cost efficiency, supporting statewide investigations. Cass County hosts notable results underscoring Iowa’s agricultural promise.
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Iowa
W. K. Carey
Anita
G. W. Flesher
Good Old
Cass County
Green assailed for mismatched views on trusts and policy
The Register-Leader accuses W R Green of pandering to hype while not aligning with the Democratic stance on business and trust enforcement. The piece mocks his credibility and suggests he may be near the end of his congressional term, as it questions his effectiveness and intent.
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Washington
Register-Leader
W. R. Green
Congress
Green
Register- Leader
Atlantic News-Telegraph
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