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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1921
Page
1
A jumble of opinions on resources and policy questions. The piece critiques wind power reliance, calls for war weariness and profiteer reform, cites Gov Kendall, notes alcohol smuggling in Des Moines, and references the Dayton News on alien residents and language diversity. It also mentions Green River beverage myths and the per capita money supply.
A late night stop along Main street ends in gunfire when a Dodge car headed toward Anita refuses to halt. A. Goold and Carl Alexander, both from Atlantic, are wounded. Gould seriously, Alexander lightly. Marshal Dean and citizens acted to detain suspects after police pursued two alleged fugitives from justice.
The article notes a boastful man should present his case to the assessor. It mentions recent rains causing sewer ditch dirt to settle in town areas and Billy Reed's busy overseer duties. It criticizes a school that graduates a pupil unable to express a simple sentiment. Children’s Day is set at the Congregational Church next Sunday at 11 with invited attendance.
J. B. Harsh of Creston was elected Department Commander of the Iowa G A R at Waterloo last week. Hobart E. Newton named Assistant Cashier of the Citizen's State Bank. Potatoes spark debate as growers weigh whether tall vines predict small potatoes or none at all.
The Citizens' Savings Bank of Anita closes amid banking concerns and The Citizens' State Bank opens its doors on Saturday. State Bank Examiners oversee the reorganization with stock sales exceeding $50,000 and a $25,000 surplus. Ralph H. Miller named Cashier, with Kathryn Galigher as assistant. The old bank's assets pay 100 cents on the dollar and deposits resume normal operation. The opening day features a concert by the Anita Band and widespread community cheer.
Ralph H Miller of Estherville arrived in the city Tuesday and has entered upon his duties as cashier of The Citizens State Bank. He begins his work amid the friendly welcome of the best community of people on earth.
Griswold businessmen announce a five day tree Chautauqua starting July 31 at a cost of 1130 dollars. The project aims to bring a free cultural program to the town and its outcome will be keenly watched.
The Cass County Fleece Wool Growers Association holds a meeting in the grand jury rooms at the Court House in Atlantic on Saturday afternoon June 18 at 2 p m. The session will discuss plans for the 1921 clip and other business. All wool growers in the county are invited.
A brief Saturday night ride in a jitney proves a rattling fun trip as pedestrians clear the path for blocks. The editor notes the thrill and the rare privilege of riding with a pretty girl on his knee during the rough tumble.
Obadiah now renamed Liberty Bell won easily last Saturday at the Cass county fair grounds. Casey owned by M Walters of Guthrie Center finished second in the race that drew a large crowd and a 500 dollar side wager.
Homer C. Koob won ten gallons of free gasoline from Manhattan Oil Company listed as car number 58685 in the Record last week. Today's issue publishes two more car numbers. readers are invited to search for similar rewards worth ten or five gallons given current fuel prices.
Amos W. Shipman, elected Constable for Grant township in November, has filed and had accepted his resignation. The vacancy will be filled by A. D. Dean, who has sworn and bonded. Shipman says he faced two choices pay income tax or resign due to the office salary.
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