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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1926
Page
4
An editorial fragment mocks harmony in Iowa Republicans and comments on bank payouts and Cass county taxes for 1924. It contrasts political show of unity with a wild cats metaphor and previews a 1928 Democratic National convention. It also notes changing fashion and a wry line about a daughter’s heel snagging a chandelier.
A New Jersey editor proposes that farmers be helped by making every statesman eat an ear of corn before speeches on farming. Uncle Sam urges rural postmasters to paint mailboxes white with patrons’ names in black. The National Republic says Americans are popular like Santa Claus as British miners strike while Pennsylvania anthracite miners drive to work by auto. Kentucky upholds a bobbed hair gesture toward a nosey preacher, and Brookhart seeks to return to the Senate while Republicans debate truth in convention rhetoric.
A pro tariff stance argues that maintaining a Republican Protective Tariff keeps mills and farms running and workers employed. It warns that abandoning protection or adopting Democratic Free Trade leads to factory closures, job losses, and reliance on soup kitchens, harming the American, Iowa, and Cass County farmer.
A vivid drive through Cass County Iowa showcases the region as the new Garden of Eden with lush scenery stretching thirty miles in all directions. The writer extols southwest Iowa beauty, noting the season’s rich joggery and expressing hometown pride with exuberant enthusiasm.
The piece laments relief for printers and agriculture from unfair competition and notes east south coalitions delaying western-friendly laws. It asks what action to take to counter such legislative defeats.
A commentator close to political conditions cites Senator Cummins on the likelihood of President Coolidge not seeking or winning the 1928 race. The piece notes Coolidge’s recent drop in popularity and questions whether he can recover enough to enter and triumph.
The passage notes demands by attorney Jim Parsons of Des Moines for government payment of an extra five thousand dollars. It questions Iowa politicians Steck Brockhart and their costs versus the value of service to Iowans.
The passage notes that frequent joy rides with three or four youths in cars lead to deadly or crippling crashes when drivers cannot handle the vehicle. It attributes the danger to overcrowding and reckless behavior, including tainted behavior during rides.
A columnist argues political zealots from any profession can be as dangerous as lunatics and deserve treatment, noting some are hopeless cases while others can be cured if they comply. The piece stresses personal responsibility for those who resist treatment yet should not be punished for beliefs.
The piece argues to head off dangerous figures pushing questionable policies and regulate those who risk public safety and the right to travel. It emphasizes safeguarding life liberty and happiness on public highways while addressing political threats and responsible governance.
The piece condemns praising a disloyal political figure and argues against rewarding treachery. It urges fiscal prudence by noting hog prices will likely drop next year and cautions readers to make the most of current market values.
A critical remark on beauty as skin deep mocks supporters of an inferior breed of political cattle for United States Senator. The speaker claims Petticoat government in Texas lacks public approval by over a hundred thousand, addressing intelligent women nationwide with a note of respect.
Miss Edna Bruce of Santa Monica California visited her old hometown last week meeting many welcome locals at the Forshay home. She traveled with Miss Anita Bruce Consigny daughter of Mrs Anita Bruce Consigny now in Hollywood.
Earl Smith of Ames Iowa a former Anita boy who won the Republican nomination for Story county Attorney at the recent primary has been appointed by the Board of Supervisors to fill the vacancy caused by the incumbent's resignation and has begun duties. He is brother of Mrs Dr H E Campbell of this city.
Anita Ed M Blakesley formerly of Anita and Wiota returns next week to take charge of books at the Anita Produce Company. He and his family will occupy the Burkhart residence, resuming life in the old hometown and reuniting with many friends.
Mrs L C Bangham and daughter Mildred travel Sunday to Seville Ohio to visit relatives and friends. Mildred will stay with her uncle B C Bangham, once of Anita and now in Philadelphia.
A letter from a former Iowan to Sherm describes Greeley Colorado with new depot high school gymnasium and paving plans. It notes a high school cost of 150000 dollars heavy iron for switches and many homes under construction. Crops like wheat beans and beets are excellent and the writer sends two dollars for the old home paper while praising the state and community.
The Cass county Board of Supervisors shows near unanimous support for lowering the hill along the Anita South Hill project. They have viewed the site and instructed County Engineer Guy Cannon to conduct the survey within a week to ten days, signaling imminent start.
William R. Spence, longtime Anita resident, returns this week to take the cashier position at the Walnut Grove Hog Remedy Company and starts his duties next Monday. Old friends and former neighbors extend a warm welcome to him and his family.
Ten year old Charles Miller son of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Miller was struck by an auto truck near his Sebring Florida home. Both leg bones between the hip and knee joints were broken and he was bruised but not believed to have internal injuries. He is grandson of Mr and Mrs Val Wiegand of this city and his parents recently moved to Sebring.
Herman Baier and his family with Miss Anna Maas spent Sunday at Riverview Park in Des Moines enjoying the resort attractions. Baier drove home a new 1927 Overland Six, signaling visitors here remain financially afloat and in good spirits.
The Grant Go Getters Club met at district No. 4 school house Friday afternoon after normal business. Two new members were added to the roster and a next meeting is planned for Friday afternoon at the same location with all members urged to attend.
At considerable expense but aiming to serve patrons better, C. H. Bartley installs a new sanitary cam washer and cleanser at his Main street Produce Station.
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