Deaths of Royce Vernon and Wm N Miller Remembered
Royce D Vernon aged 31 of Anita Iowa died June 27 1924 from complications after World War service in a machine gun battalion. Funeral at Anita M E Church honored by American Legion and Knights of Pythias with full military rites. William N Willer of Mossbank Canada died June 26 1924 aged 63 also noted as a pioneer linked to Atlantic Iowa. survived by wife seven children and several siblings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royce D. Vernon
R. D
Sarah E. Vernon
Anita
Iowa
Anita High School
C. A. Long
B. W. McEldowney
Anita M. E
American Legion
IL O. O. F
Knights of Pythias
Rebekahs
Pythian Sisters
Mary Smither
Wm. N. Willer
Mossbank
Sask
Canada
Panora
J. C. Miller
Atlantic
Enjoy Annual Family Union at Voorhees Home
The usual annual family gathering was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter E Voorhees on Friday with a bountiful picnic dinner. Guests included J W Dougherty and family, Guy Steinmetz and family, Mary Steinmetz, Amber Steinmetz, A H Steinmetz, D W Faulkner, Nelve DeMent, and out of town visitors Bessie Crossland with son Lawrence and Royce Voorhees of Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter E. Voorhees
Peter Voorhees
J. W. Dougherty
Guy Steinmetz
Mary Steinmetz
Amber Steinmetz
A. H. Steinmetz
D. W. Faulkner
Nelve DeMent
Bessie Crossland
Lawrence
Royce Voorhees
Des Moines
Bluebirds Sewing Club Organized by Grant Girls
The Grant Bluebirds met at Mrs. F. H. Osen’s home to form a sewing club. Mrs. Deeds of Benton township led the meeting and officers were elected: Odetta Parker President, Littie Christensen Vice President, Geraldine Parker Treasurer, Beulah Hayter Secretary, Nellie DeMent Reporter. Ten members joined, ages eleven to nineteen. The next meeting will be at Miss Littie Christensen’s home inviting all eligible girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. H. Osen
Littie Christensen
Geraldine Parker
Beulah Hayter
Nellie DeMent
Card of Thanks for Royce D. Vernon
Gratitude is expressed to neighbors and friends for kindness during the illness and death of Royce D. Vernon. Special thanks go to the American Legion I O O F Rebekahs Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters Lodges for services and to those who sent floral tributes and offered sympathy.
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Royce D. Vernon
American Legion
Rebekahs
Knights of Pythias
Pythian Sisters
Advertising drives business even in hard times claims expert
E W Bowman of the S G Warren Paper Co cites a 1923 study showing 84 percent of failed firms were led by non believers in advertising. He argues advertising lowers production and distribution costs and should rise during downturns, noting many cut budgets first. He adds that the largest industry leaders are also the biggest advertisers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Bowman
S. G. Warren Paper Company
Boston
Hotel Savery
Cyclone Death Toll Reported Near Anita and Garvin
Walter O. Turner, former local resident now near Garvin Minnesota, reports a cyclone last week along State Road No 7 destroying farms and outbuildings. A neighbor was killed and families injured with broken limbs while livestock and crops were wiped out. Property losses exceed a million dollars. Turners escaped serious harm. Turner family ties noted to Darius Turner and Wm Kelley.
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Anita
Walter O. Turner
Garvin
Minnesota
Aid Society Elect Officers at Annual Meeting
At the Ladies Aid Society annual meeting held at Mrs. Chas. Scholl's home, officers for the coming year were elected. F. M. Sheley is Chairman of all Committees, Wm. H. Wagner is First Vice President, J. D. Peterson is Second Vice President, Adala Stone is Treasurer, and George Scholl is Secretary. There was unusually large attendance and refreshments were served.
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Dies’ Aid Society
The
Congregational Church
Chas. Scholl
F. M. Sheley
All
Adala Stone
George Scholl
Republican Co. Convention At Atlantic Selects Delegates
The Republican convention in Atlantic chose delegates for the State and Judicial conventions. W. C. Bryant served as temporary chairman and Ben A. Wood was re-elected County Chairman. Delegates to Des Moines for the State and Judicial conventions were named, with a resolutions committee approving measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Ben A. Wood
W. C. Bryant
Griswold
Fred W. Herbert
Sherm. F. Myers
W. C. Harvey
A. A. Emigh
John F. Dicus
Wray Wilson
Des Moines
Sherm
F. Myers
F. W. Beebe
H. A. Marshall
Ed. L. Newton
Chas. S. Fulton
R. R. Turner
F. W. Weise
E. P. Chase
Jesse N. Jones
Chas. C. Smith
H. D. Kunze
C. H. McBride
George J. Anstey
C. C. Mills
Harry B. Swan
G. C. Dalton
C. B.clovis
Tom C. Smith
C. S Relyea
S. H. Rudolph
L. J. Cockshoot
Chas. F. Chase
Tom C. Whitmore
Earl S. Holton
H. P. Ziegler
Hobart E. Newton
W. T. Kirkpatrick
Martin L. Wehn
C. P. Shearer
Ruby Kirk
P. T. Williams
H. H. Rosseau
Council Bluffs
L. H. Pine
H. H. Penquite
Chas Scott
W. C. Martin
Harry Marker
Ralph W. Cockshoot
Jake Stahl
H. M. Boorman
G. M. DeCamp
Julius Nelson
County Central Committee
Wood
Helping Hand Club Meeting in Lincoln Township
Mrs Floyd Gissib hosted the Helping Hand club on Friday afternoon at her Lincoln township home. Sixteen members attended, items discussed, then a luncheon of sandwiches ice cream and cake served. Guests included Mesdames Burns Hayter and several Misses Allanson Scholl King Mece Crory Rupperle and others. Next meeting July 10 at Mrs E E Soper's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Floyd Gissib
Lincoln Township
What to Plant After Flood Losses
Flooded bottom land crops destroyed many fields leaving questions about salvage options. Beans can yield hay if sown now, Sudan for pasture or hay is profitable, millet remains viable until early July, and buckwheat or sorg hum mature when planted now. For hillsides washed out, consider an August alfalfa feeding.
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Sudan
Club elects officers at semi-annual meet
At the Self Improved Club semi annual meeting held at Mrs Alfred DeMent’s home officers for the new term were chosen. Mrs Guy Steinmetz was elected President. Mrs Glen Steinmetz Vice President. Mrs Elmer Scholl Treasurer. Mrs Cloyd Karns Secretary. The gathering took place at the home of Mrs P M Nicklason.
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Self Improved Club
Alfred DeMent
Guy Steinmetz
Glen Steinmetz
Notice to World War Veterans on Compensation Claims
World War veterans who have not filed for adjusted compensation are urged to do so promptly. Forms and help are available by contacting G. M. DeCAMP for assistance in completing the blanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Decamp
Anita Drug Co Cash-Only Notice Placed
Notice to the public that, effective July 1, 1924, Anita Drug Co will conduct business strictly on a cash basis and requests customers not to ask for credit.
Wool Shipments Planned by Cass County Growers
The Cass County Wool Growers Association schedules wool shipments by local freight from Anita on July 8 morning and Massena on July 8 afternoon, with Atlantic shipments July 9 morning or later by calling the Farm Bureau office. Advances on wool issued once received via warehouse contracts. Predictors foresee strong returns as season progresses and stocks remain limited.
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Cass County Wool Growers Association
Anita
Massena
Atlantic
Farm Bureau
Weather Note Foretells Dry Spell Amid Doldrums
The report suggests no imminent rainfall despite lingering clouds. Weather observers express cautious optimism for sunshine as humidity trends down and skies clear in the coming days.
Dental notice from Anita dentist clears rumor of move
In a statement to Anita and surrounding area, the dentist denies rumors of relocating. He affirms intention to remain in Anita and offers first class dental service, respectfully soliciting local patronage.
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Anita
Edith Arnold Visits Anita After Long Absence
Mrs Edith Arnold of Oelrichs South Dakota spends a week in Anita as guest of uncles aunts and cousins from the Vernon Turner families and other relatives and friends. She is a daughter of the late James B Turner and wife early Anita residents who died recently near Oelrichs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Arnold
O¢celrichs
South Dakota
Anita
R. D. Vernon
S. C. Turner
Arnold
Jas. B. Turner
Oelrichs
Visiting kin from Colorado spur long awaited return to Beel home
Paul Smith and his wife with two children visit their grandparents Mr and Mrs Henry Beel north of Anita. Hazel Johnson of Dalton Colorado and daughter of the late Huldah Beel Johnson join the trip marking their first return to the family homestead in years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Smith
Hazel Johnson
Dalton
Colorado
Henry Beel
Anita
Smith
John
Huldah Beel Johnson
Mrs Jennie Miller Recuperates After Omaha Operation
Mrs Jennie Miller has recovered from a critical operation in Omaha and is now with her parents Mr and Mrs Val Weigand at Anita. She is receiving care and making rapid progress toward full recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Miller
Omaha
Anita
Val Weigand
Miss Mildred Lamborn Returns From Garden City Vacation
Miss Mildred Lamborn of Anita Bank arrived Friday after a two weeks' visit with her parents in Garden City Kansas.
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Mildred Lamborn
The
Anita Bank
Garden City
Kansas
Green recommends Edwards for Adair postmaster
Congressman Green has recommended Clyde W. Edwards for postmaster at Adair to succeed Pat Grace, who has held the office eight years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green
Clyde W. Edwards
Adair
Pat Grace
Joy riders' donations boost John D.'s fund despite threat weather
Despite a threatening Sunday, the public contributed generously to John D.'s cumulative fund, helping offset the impact of persistent joy riders.
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John D
Claude Spry and Bride Return From Honeymoon
Claude Spry and his wife, formerly Miss India Harris daughter of Mr and Mrs A L Harris of Berea, have returned from their honeymoon and are now at home in Wiota.
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Claude Spry
India Harris
A. L. Harris
Berea
Wiota
Primary results show Hammill sweeping 11 districts in Iowa race
In the recon primary John Hammill of Britt carried 34 counties while Burbank of Waterloo took 27 and Anderson of Winnebago 24. Haynes of Mason City claimed 12. Buser won Des Moines and Louisa counties but lost Muscatine. Banks led but won no counties. Hammill carried counties in every district, with totals across districts.
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John Hammill
Britt
Burbank
Waterloo
Anderson
Winnebago
Haynes
Mason City
Buser
Des Moines
Louisa Coun
Insurance Firms Struck by Storm Losses Across Territory
Forshay & Forshay Agency reports seventy five adjusted losses from recent storms. Most losses occurred locally with totals in the thousands and more claims pending. Policy holders are reminded that insurance serves as protection and investment, not a mere expense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forshay & Forshay Agency
Former Pratt Residents Visit in City
Former Pratt residents Wm. P. Barrett his wife and daughter Miss Anita stayed with Mrs. Barrett's parents Mr. and Mrs. Val Weigand on a weekend visit. Barrett after long service as Rock Island station and freight agent was promoted to the company's claims department requiring extensive travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. P. Barrett
Anita
Pratt
Kansas
Hayengas Spend Week in Anita After Brother’s Death
I F Hayenga wife and two children from White South Dakota spend the week in Anita called by the death of Mrs Hayenga’s brother Royce D Vernon. Hayenga is school superintendent at White and has been retained for the 1924 5 school year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. D. Vernon
Zota Beebe
Lewis
Iowa
Zeta Hayenga
White
South Dakota
Edgar D. Vernon
Elliott
Howard T. Vernon
Ardmore
Oklahoma
I. F. Hayenga
Anita
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Chas C. Smith
Anita M. E. Church
Rebekah Degree
Logan Lodge
No. 190
K. of P
Royce Vernon
Services
Maurice Hayenga
George
Edith Turner Arnold
Chas. F. Strutz
Anita Man
Mr. Miller
Laura Myers
Carl
Harry
Detroit
Michigan
Bruce
Miss Hattie
Mabel
Bernice Miller
Regina
Munity
Bill’’ Miller
Grant Bluebirds
Odetta Parker
Mr. Turner Is
Son
Darius Turner
Wm. B. Kelley
Turner
Peter Smith
AID Society
Wm. H. Wagner
J. D. Peterson
Republican CO. Convention
Cass County
Republican Convention
Dele
Ary
Mr. Bryant
Helping Hand Club
Ess
Mesdames Oren
June
Lillian Scholl
Reba
Mildred King, Edna and
Helen Mece
E. E. Soper
Jens Miller
CLUB
Elmer Scholl
Anita Drug CO
Muscatine
Hammill
Cerro Gordo County
Col. Haynes
Tama County
A. J. Banks
Mr. Banks
Didate
Ernor
Banks
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