Mrs Dressler Enjoys Week in Anita Visit
Mrs. L. C. Dressier of Atlantic is visiting Anita and nearby areas this week to spend time with her children Harry and Charles Dressler and daughter in law Mrs. Fred Woods.
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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1922
Page
5
Mrs. L. C. Dressier of Atlantic is visiting Anita and nearby areas this week to spend time with her children Harry and Charles Dressler and daughter in law Mrs. Fred Woods.
Miss Louise Albers of Des Moines visited her sister Miss Jeannette Albers in Anita. Geo l L Currier of Audubon stayed in Anita with his children Roscoe and Vera Currier. Mrs Alice Burwell of Griswold visited Anita and nearby with siblings Kurt Willison and Mrs Ira Ruggles. A new baby was announced at Mr and Mrs A Robison in Casey. Chas D Booth Republican State Senate candidate campaigned in Anita yesterday.
Mrs. T. Chapin of Grinnell spends a week in Anita and nearby communities visiting old friends and former neighbors who extend a cordial welcome.
Miss Jessie Talbot traveled to Des Moines last week to undergo a minor hospital procedure. She was accompanied by her mother, Mrs. A. H. Talbott.
Mrs. Dr. James Carey of West Liberty is improving at Des Moines Sanitarium and will be brought to Anita next week for an indefinite stay at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Oren Burns.
C. E. Kringe! urges tax bodies to cut levies and reduce expenses. He notes that his office cost about $10,000 less in 1921 than in 1920, framing the Financial Reports as evidence of economy and prudent governance.
Peter Scot Sr. a well known Anita resident is gravely ill with double pneumonia at his home after a week of illness. Attending physician Dr H E Campbell reports him in serious condition.
A vivid historical note highlights a curious tale of courtship marriage and divorce surrounding a notable horse nicknamed the Big White Hoss. The piece frames the saga as a rare, rich snippet of regional history with lively, suggestive detail aimed at intrigued readers.
Dan Bales, former Anita resident, died Thursday at his home north of Atlantic after a brief illness. Funeral services were held Friday at the Atlantic M. E. Church conducted by Rev. F. W. Simpson.
A road-building crew with horses mules and equipment passed Anita on Monday afternoon en route to Adair to work on the highway between Adair and Causey.
Frank E. Osen has let the contract for a new 30 by 30 two story basement house to N. P. Neilsen to begin next week. Wm. H. Wagner Sr. and his wife of Sioux City, former Anita residents, are visiting before summer in California. Miss Ruby Edwards of Cumberland visits Anita on her way to Des Moines, planning a longer stay with the Egan family on return.
While walking along the street, Wm. A. Suplee was bitten by a dog, which tore the end of his thumb. He received prompt medical care and a probable case of blood poisoning was averted.
Continued rain last week delayed efforts at Evergreen Cemetery, though grounds are in excellent condition and would reflect well on the city, with completion still anticipated after the holiday.
Memorial services were held at the Congregational Church Sunday morning with G A R and American Legion members invited. Attendance of Grand Army Boys was down from prior years due to death removal and disability as the ranks of the Boys in Blue diminish with age. The Old Boys line included Samuel F. Cooper William Weston Fred Sears Ham Campbell Ben Wagner William White Abe Biggs Bertrand Stauffer Thos Winder John C Kelley and S H Wilson.
Miscellany of visits births and occupations from Anita Iowa and surrounding towns. Items include ill health Mrs Peter Scott and a May 19 birth, several Atlantic visitors and business trips, a new barn being built by John W. Bork, Memorial Day exercises, and announcements from local advertisers.
Frank A East a former Massena mayor who earned enemies for strict law enforcement spent a few days in Boone visiting his brother Clyde V East. The piece recalls his tough stance as mayor, the threats he faced, and a street fight that ended with East retaining his title as a mature ring star amid no new challenges.
Mrs. Leon G. Voorhees hosted a 500 party at The Lodge on the Voorhees Estate west of Anita with 75 guests. A two course luncheon was served at 5 30. High score won by Mrs. Clara B. Robison who received a basket. consolation went to Mrs. J. H. Sheeler. The Lodge was decorated in purple and yellow iris. Numerous local and out of town guests attended, including multiple named residents and visitors from nearby towns.
An advertisement seeks an experienced young woman for general housework in Atlantic Iowa. Also promotes Grandmother’s Bread claiming it caused mothers to quit baking with sales located at 30 Goog's Place.
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