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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1923
Page
5
Farmers' Supply Co promotes Deering Standard Binding Twine noted as the best on the market and urges customers to place orders now for farming needs.
Mrs John H Schaake acted as record caller on Friday at the local event. She performed duties overseeing entries and results, guiding participants through the tally process and announcing scores to attendees.
Mrs Hensley of Extra was the guest last week of her sister Mrs N A McCosh.
B F Gipple of Adair was in the city Tuesday as a guest of relatives and friends.
W. K. Carey of Atlantic was in the city Friday attending to business interests and meeting local contacts.
S. V. Jenkins has been ill for two years and is thought to be somewhat improved.
Miss Margaret Kellaway spends the week in Harlan visiting her uncle E. E. Grace and wife.
A wide territory southeast of Anita was visited Wednesday night of last week by a most destructive hail storm. The storm damaged crops and property across the area, leaving shattered outlooks for farmers and residents.
Miss Louise Trumbull and Miss Marian Dougherty are spending two weeks with relatives and friends in Des Moines.
Mrs John C. Kelley has nearly recovered from a recent illness that confined her to home for several weeks, with improving health and expected full return.
Joe L. Stalcup of Des Moines, a former well known citizen and businessman of Anita, was in the city yesterday accompanied by Mrs. Stalcup.
John W. Budd, a representative for the Atlantic News Telegraph, covered Anita and nearby territory on Monday, filing rustling and hustling news from the area.
The program will run seven days starting July 15 in Stuart, with critics noting some past Chautauquas from Ani ta could be trimmed after day one to save effort and boost value.
H P Ziegler attorney at law specializes in estate settlement and general legal practice. He provides opinions on abstracts, collections, and related legal services for clients seeking reliable counsel.
Chas. G. Warner of Atlantic was in the city Friday, strengthening local ties and noting ongoing activities.
R. R. Bell from Atlantic was noted in the city Friday evening in informal social rounds and local chatter.
Max Bullock visited friends in Adair Friday evening. The social call followed a day of local errands and community connections.
Johanna Smith of Chicago is listed as a guest staying at the Peterson and Nelson homes.
Mrs S V Jenkins and Miss Mat visited Atlantic on Tuesday as noted in local society briefs.
Harold Donohoe left Saturday for Marengo Iowa to spend a few weeks with Otis Worthing and family.
Mrs Lena Ballou and her son, with Misses Irma and Edith Cheatrick, visited Mr and Mrs Wm Heckman as Sunday guests stayed for the afternoon in a family gathering.
Fourth of July celebrations were plentiful in Anita and nearby areas with numerous parties dinners and picnics reported as residents marked Independence Day in community gatherings and outdoor meals.
Theo Wedemeyer and Miss Pearl Bierline of the Oak Ridge vicinity were united in marriage on Wednesday afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Birk long-time residents of the Anita vicinity are spending the week in the city with relatives in Mission Texas.
Miss Mayme Pratt, employed in Waterloo public schools for the past year, is attending the summer session at the University of Chicago.
Miss Mildred Lamborn of the Anita Bank came back Monday after a month’s vacation with her parents in Garden City Kansas.
Due to the holiday and press deadline the Legion Column is omitted this week. The publication promises to include a full Legion feature in the next issue for its readers.
Teams conducted field work between rain showers and reported preliminary results. Observers documented progress, noting data collection efforts and early indicators of outcomes.
Mrs Chas B Robinson is spending the week in Omaha visiting relatives and attending local events. She is expected home next weekend after a brief stay with family.
Nighttime conditions approached frost level with near freezing temperatures and light winds. Clouds lingered across the region as brief showers ended, leaving a chilly edge to Thursday night.
W. T. Parker remained bedridden last week due to a severe illness, with conditions not specified. No further medical details were released.
C P Smith of the Wall Street Cafe visited Omaha, appearing as a traveling patron and omen of a brisk social season. The report notes his presence as a sign of local hospitality and commerce activity.
Miss Mayfred Stone is attending summer school at Des Moines University this season.
The Farmers' Coop shelled and shipped out several cars of corn Thursday.
Mrs T T Logan spent Sunday in the country at the home of her sister Mrs Chas Hettinger.
Wedemeyer and Kello of Adair visited the city on a business trip Wednesday.
Construction progresses rapidly on E. E. Barnholdt’s new gas and oil station at the corner of Main Street and Chestnut Street, signaling swift development in the area.
Miss Erma Lewis daughter of Mr and Mrs Jas B Lewis has been at Creston attending summer school and will return home on Saturday of this week.
A Cumberland Enterprise note says the paving crew on Anita streets tore up the old town worse than Sherm Myers and Jim Bruce ever dreamed, reflecting local frustration with disruption and repairs.
Mrs. D. W. Faulkner and Mrs. Mary Steinmetz spent a few days last week at the home of Mrs. Faulkner’s daughter, Mrs. Maude Lantz, near Cumberland.
A bank advertises its readiness to handle all customer banking needs. The message emphasizes a friendly, accommodating approach and invites customers to experience its services at Citizens' State Bank.
A powerful Wednesday night wind toppled a large tree in the parking area near Bert Rand Stauffer’s home. The storm damaged trees across town with varying degrees of impact.
An Anita Drug Company ad touts Dr Hess’s Stock Tonic as beneficial for hogs, urging owners to use the tonic to improve vitality and performance. The brief promotional copy focuses on boosting livestock health and productivity.
Arthur R. Robinson and his wife visited Des Moines last week while Nat Nichols, a longtime friend of the editor, made a pleasant call on Friday.
M. P. Conway of Atlantic joined many business visitors in the city on Friday, contributing to a bustling day of commerce and networking.
A new visit by strong winds last week again crippled Anita’s electric light service. Utilities report outages across parts of the town with restoration efforts underway and crews mobilizing to repair damaged lines and poles.
Howard Marshall has leased the Dr. H. E. Campbell residence located on Maple Street.
A digest item notes a fifty cent noon lunch special at The New Calumet Cafe located near the corner north of Whitney's Bank in Atlantic. The brief item appears as a small local notice or advertisement.
J. V. Mahan and wife of Guthrie Center were guests of M. E. Millhollin and family on Tuesday night.
An advertising note promotes Ball Band Leather Work Shoes promising comfort and satisfaction for wearers. The line emphasizes the product message and brand identity with a bold slogan.
Chas Rogers and his relatives spend the week visiting friends in Minnesota, traveling by automobile.
Albert Worthing and his wife, residents of Bancroft Iowa, announce plans to move back to California in the near future. They cite family ties and employment prospects as key reasons for the relocation.
S. W. Clark went to Menlo last week to visit his son Curley who promptly put him to work painting his dwelling.
Albert C. Kaskey of Manson Iowa has stayed the past week with his sister Mrs C A Long and family and several friends visited during the stay.
The RACKET offers canvas shoes in all sizes aimed at kids comfort. Shop for durable styles at affordable prices with a focus on fit and mobility.
Farmers' Cooperative sent out three stock cars on Saturday marking a routine shipment. The move supports local farming needs as supply chains and markets remain steady for livestock transport.
Misses Emma and Ida Wade spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Heckman for an informal social afternoon.
Mrs Glen Steinmetz entertained the Self Improvement Club on Wednesday afternoon with a social gathering that featured light refreshments and friendly discussions among members.
Misses Helen Trumbull and Ruth Herriman were Sunday guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Dean. They visited with the family and others during the afternoon and evening.
Dr and Mrs A M Nicholson spent the 4th with relatives and friends at Corning. Grant Brown, who has been at Orient for several months, was in the city last week.
A field hat sale offers men's and boys straw hats from 35 to 75 cents, advertised as affordable summer headwear. The notice markets lightweight headgear suitable for outdoor use and casual wear.
Mrs Earl Lewis and her two children Verle and Leland from Casey visited the city last week at Ed Lewis and family home for a brief call and social visit.
Glen Holmes and family of Guthrie Center were the fourth of July guests of the families of E. W. Holmes and J. C. Jenkins.
An advertisement touts Plymouth Standard Binding Twine as the best you can buy and lists The Farmers' Coop as the sale location at 27.
Col Wm T McKee of Massena visited the city Tuesday to attend the funeral services for his old comrade Benjamin Wagner.
Lew M. Martin district engineer of the State Highway Commission was in the city Tuesday attending to important business matters.
At the annual Grant Township School Board gathering held last week, John Wade was elected Township School Treasurer for the ensuing year, replacing the previous officeholder and taking on responsibilities for district finances.
Lewis and Ward secure the contract to modernize the dwelling owned by Godfrey Miller and occupied by L B Trumble and family. The project covers updates to the residence and associated improvements.
An ad style note promotes Fly-Chaser as a comfort aid for dairy cows. It emphasizes soothing effect to improve well being and milking environment. Grocery or farm supply outlets may carry the product.
Mrs J C Jenkins called at the Record office Monday. A Soldiers Reunion is advertised to be held at Griswold on August 14 15 and 16. The Epworth League served ice cream and cake Wednesday night on the M E church lawn.
Cloyd Karns his wife and daughter spent Sunday at the Frank Karns home with Albert Karns and his wife.
The Anita Live Stock Exchange reported three cars of stock on the Walk ley Junction market Saturday.
Spring frys are on the local market with prices ranging from seventy five cents to one dollar per fry.
Frank Naylor an employee of the Hedges Bros pantorium in Atlantic spent Sunday in Anita visiting friends and checking local affairs.
Miss Lydia Kuehn spent Sunday at the country home of her brother H. J. Kuehn and his family, renewing family ties and enjoying a quiet day away from town.
Mrs Abe Biggs of this city and Mrs J C Callison of Kansas City were welcomed callers at the Record office Monday.
The Farmers' Coop touts Binding Twine Plymou th Stand ard as money worth. The claim emphasizes quality and value for customers.
A sports item notes the slogan See our line of Kodaks before you buy and cites Eastman as the brand standard. The line ends with score 27-21 in favor of Bongers Bros, highlighting a local game recap.
A note questions the fate of the Cass Montgomery Counties Old Soldiers organization once noted for its lively reunions in earlier days and asks about its current status or dissolution.
Mr and Mrs John Row travel Sunday evening to Joliet Illinois to spend several weeks with their daughter Mrs Laura Buerkin and other relatives.
Mrs Zola Vernon Beebe a former Anita resident and longtime employee in the consolidated schools at Lewis is attending summer school in Omaha.
One small lot of Ladies' Union Suits valued at 50 cents each in sizes 36 and 38 offered at 35 cents. Trade item advertised in a local sale note with focus on bargain undergarments.
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