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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1920
Page
1
A fiery political column critiques Wilson era policies, Prohibition stance, and sugar profiteering, arguing for Harding as Republican standard bearer. It questions Democratic control, warns of a wet Congress, and laments party divisions while urging Iowa reform and primary-law support.
A reader rails at political rhetoric and wartime misgivings urging a return to productive industry. The piece warns against traps of democracy and promises to resist pledges unseen, asserting the danger of excessive executive power and corrupt politics.
The piece recalls World War era tensions as Democratic control persists and criticizes past leaders. It cites "Little Paul" McEvoy serving in Turkey, portraying him as tall and eager to report back on his experiences, implying continued war influence on national policy.
A local bank advertises new safe deposit boxes for rent with contact by phone. The page then lists a series of short social notes, visits, births, travels, and local happenings mentioning residents from Anita, Audubon, Des Moines, Casey, and surrounding towns, with names such as Mrs. Worthing, Dr. Harry, Mr. and Mrs. Voorhees, and Miss Hickey among others.
Mrs W V Siglin and children visit Nebraska relatives while Edna Carey Vera Currier finish summer study at Des Moines College. Lew J Boyd, former Anita resident, named manager in Indianapolis. Joan C Kelly adds to East Main home. A Natters on old man’s house expansion. a smoking incident and a hit and run involving A D Dean’s Ford near Atlantic cemetery.
An ad from Cc. T. Smith & Son offers Red Wing work shoes built for strenuous service, with guarantees and a trade-in option to fix old shoes, plus a full line of laces and polish. Shoes shined for ladies and gentlemen.
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