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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1913
Page
7
A satirical critique questions what action the General Assembly should take to fix Iowa's infamous primary law. The author ridicules aging politicians and mocks party influence while mused about reform, noting public dissatisfaction with current rules.
A terse remark extols enjoying limited glory while alive, warning that true glory loses value in the face of death and dire conditions. The fragment emphasizes mortality over lasting fame and suggests urgency in seizing small pleasures.
Questioning how much of Hoke Smith brand policy the nation must endure over the next four years, reflecting on the political trajectory and potential impact on governance and public opinion.
The piece argues Bryan would better serve the nation than weaker leaders. It notes the 1913 solar eclipse seen across the U S, comments on appearances, questions state fair funding, mentions Pottawatomie County remaining dry, and commends Bill Bosley as Cass County sheriff, praising his capable leadership in the local news roundup.
A city meeting outlines the Anita Chautauqua under Redpath-Vawter system with officers Forshay president and Stone secretary. The event will start about July 15 for five days with ten programs plus a children’s day. Tickets are $1.50 for adults and $1 for children, rising to $2 after opening, with single tickets 25 to 50 cents.
Misses Carrie Reed and Bessie Casad of Atlantic visit W. Aldrich and wife this week. E W Holmes Co advertises lumber and building materials. Bennie Muntendam of Cumberland Enterprise visits family in the city. Frank Talbott of New Plymouth Idaho visits Davenport with his parents. A baby girl born January 16 1013 to Mr and Mrs Frank Stayer. Emma Boulton leads a party of twelve at the Opera House for a three night engagement beginning January 23 with seats 25 55 and 50 cents at H H Cate.
John Richards once of Anita is dangerously ill with pneumonia at his Hastings Nebraska home. Chas Workman reported there is little hope for recovery.
Boosters for the Great White Way cross state road formed by the White Pole junction and part of the I O A Short Line will meet in Des Moines for a general enthusiasm meeting this month. Speakers at Washington included Don P. McClure Oska loosa who won the cross state race and praised the highway. The session drew about two hundred attendees and promises a large Des Moines gathering later in the month.
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