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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1925
Page
4
The Anita Record dated January 29 1925 comments on varied topics from religious belief to transit mail service, nut tree planting in Iowa, scoundrel publicity, the cost of John Hammill’s governorship, Jeffersonian simplicity, and a skeptical forecast from the weather man. It notes opinions on bootleggers and public notices in a local context.
A collage of remarks ranges from starving editors and a resilient cat to a weather break and northern Canadian humor. The piece notes a respite from cold, mocks local residents, and cites Representative Theodore Burton discussing lessons from the recent election and how Congress interprets voter will.
The piece notes State Senator Brookhart of Washington County introduces a bill to reduce the Iowa legal rate of interest from eight to seven percent. It warns that such laws could divert surplus capital to other states and urges readers to contact their representatives. It argues for child labor in moderation to aid education and economic understanding while opposing excessive limits.
Princess Alice Roosevelt Longworth travels from Washington to Chicago to arrange for the reception of her first child after nineteen years of marriage. The arrival date had been discussed for February, but details are kept private by Alice and her husband Nick who are absorbed in Washington society and lawmaking.
The piece asserts that in 1925 many groups plan to use newspapers to push bank propaganda at full advertising rates, disguising it as news matter. It warns readers to beware of paid content presented as legitimate reporting and calls for scrutiny of health commission involvement.
A fragment argues that most measures should be enacted by legislature despite constitutional concerns. It claims many so called freak laws waste time and money and burden taxpayers.
In a recent general election the public chose construction over destruction by a majority exceeding seven million votes. The result should spur state and national lawmakers to recognize the mandate and act accordingly without coercion.
The Iowa legislative assembly shows no positive signs of Germany unity or brotherly love during the opening days of the session. This condition forebodes rough sailing and unsatisfactory results for the public footing the bill and demanding quality service.
The United States remains patient and hopeful, arguing it deserves at least a leather medal for long watching and leniency as France and other nations are urged to liquidate part of the accrued interest on the war debt they owe.
A rough critique of religious creeds mocks celestial wrath as a reason to revise doctrine. It juxtaposes a San Francisco jazz singer killer and a harsh discipline idea, suggesting social decay and school life frailties as examples of a civilization gone lax.
Quote emphasizes the scale of crime requiring cooperation among Congress, state legislatures, churches, and all law enforcement levels from national to local, highlighting a call for widespread support in tackling crime.
An Anita column lists residents visiting, births, illnesses, travel, and property actions. Items mention Miss Floida Kohn ill, a baby born to Mr and Mrs George Meek, Elmer Stonebraker installing a home telephone, leases of farms by Herman C Baler and Wm H McIntyre, and various social visits among families and neighbors across Lincoln and Anita.
Filing period runs January 1 to March 15, 1925. Single filers with net income 1000 or more or gross 5000 or more, and married couples with net income 2500 or more or gross 5000 or more must file returns. File with a Collector of Internal Revenue in the district of residence or principal business. Tax structure includes 2 percent on net income over personal exemptions up to 4000, 4 percent on next 4000, 6 percent on the balance, plus a surtax on net income over 10000. Instructions on Form 1040A and 1040 outline the law and regulations.
The 1924 revenue act lowers overall tax compared with 1923 while raising exemptions for married couples and applying a 25 percent earned income reduction. It requires returns from single individuals with net income at least 1000 or gross income at least 5000, and from married couples with aggregate net income at least 2500. Couples may file jointly or separately.
The 1924 act sets exemptions of 1000 for single persons, 2500 for married heads of families, plus a 400 credit for each dependent under 18 or incapable of self support. Earned income up to 5000 gets a 25 percent tax credit. Filing runs January 1 to March 15 1925, with payments due in four installments.
A friendly letter recounts cattle shipments and top market prices, recalling Cherry Red Short Horn cattle linked to the old Beason stock. The writer notes pioneering breeders in Cass county, praises local dealers including the Four Horsemen, and ends with a request to stop the “Old Charlie” teasing.
The farmer must report gross income from sales of farm products or purchases resold plus income from rentals and sale of farm lands. Net income equals gross income minus business deductions, losses, bad debts, and contributions. Read instructions under income from business or profession to maximize deductions.
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