21 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1917
Page
1
Mrs. Mary Smither received a letter from her brother Wm N Miller of Caron Canada confirming that his son Carl Miller was wounded in France on June 5th and has died. The body would be buried in France, with no details yet on the manner of injuries or circumstances of the death.
Anita invites all residents and visitors to spend July 4 with a first class program, band, and orchestra, promising a day of attractions and a pleasant night. Details to follow in next week’s issue, urging everyone to attend and enjoy the time of their life in Anita.
A Anita Red Cross Chapter is organized on Friday June 1 with officers Mrs H J Wilkins president Mrs Dr H E Campbell vice president Mrs J C Voorhees treasurer and Mrs L J Hofmeister secretary A canvass yields 343 paid members and 580 50 in Anita chapter funds New and renewing members welcomed as work begins for soldiers sailors and navy personnel with housing and purchasing committees formed to support knitters perishable goods and other needs.
The piece argues for strong U S action against enemies and praises Roosevelt for calling German brutality in the war. It notes Americans will not tolerate censorship of the press and urges support for Russia staying in the fight until Germany is defeated. It highlights rising Liberty Bond subscriptions and reports Congress imposes a $60 per hundred pounds tax on liquor used in alcoholic beverage production to curb booze consumption.
The piece condemns town and state congressmen for slackeritis and urges prompt relief from public service without apologies. It warns that some may stumble in hurried exits from power, with possible need to remove obstreperous occupants through decisive action.
A resident of a neighboring city was seen wearing a skirt that hung far below the Oxford tops, drawing stares from passersby. The remark describes a public reaction to the unusual cut and length in a humorous tone.
The writer criticizes Kaiserite world power and calls out political blunders. The June bug is described as large and noisy, symbolizing the year’s disturbances. The tone condemns dirty politics and questions the slacker’s conscience amid wartime pressures.
The article argues that excess law reduces statute observance and enforcement. It calls the Red Cross an essential adjunct to Liberty Bonds and the military YMCA, urging similar financial support and backing.
The passage laments dead and crippled ducks as metaphors for political influence tainting government. It argues that running public affairs strictly along party lines could prevent good results under current conditions.
A tense appeal notes many ways a reader might have contributed yet cannot afford to donate to the nation’s current fundraising effort. It frames the financial constraint amid calls for support and national duty.
The text argues that many German officials closely aligned with the Kaiser seek large indemnities from the United States, but it contends Germany will not be in a position to demand compensation after the war and will only receive what is given.
The Rock Island System is described as essential to a vast productive region and should be a major nationwide railway, not a target for speculative games. It is noted that a capable leader recently demonstrated the system can be rebuilt and rolled back to prominence after near-scrap conditions.
A philosophical inquiry questions whether the divine right of kings to rule has any delegation to humans, even minimally, tracing authority from divinity to fallible mortals. It examines legitimacy, sovereignty, and the source of political power.
The text notes that new evidence often emerges suggesting that spies and hostile sympathizers have not been fully captured, implying ongoing rounds and potential gaps in enforcement. It reflects a cautious claim of incomplete actions rather than a specific incident.
A historic commentary notes the vast productive west with millions of acres of golden grain that feed the world. It contrasts different varieties of the so called yellow streak and hints at the region's influence on sustenance and economic power.
The passage questions proposed plans for America's indemnity payment after the present conflict. It argues such a plan would spark strong opposition and prolong conflict until defeated.
In a heated opinion the writer urges ending current liquor bonds and halting production via a prohibitive tax. The piece warns that excessive taxation would fail to curb demand and would leave drinkers desperate for any remaining drops.
W Holme s warns lumber prices in June 1917 will rise with War and transport limits. Southern Yellow Pine mills supply most area stock under contract, leaving little room for price decline. Government buying could push mill prices to about 35 per 1000 feet. buyers urged to order now to avoid fall shortages.
Miss Mabel Spences recovers from tonsillitis while J F Wells is a welcome RECORD office caller. Mrs. Louisa Harderson orders the RECORD for one year and callers visit from time to time. Bert Stone and C Ross Wile made a Red On business trip. Uncle John Pine visits Keokuk county relatives. Harriet Wissler and Esther Smither were Arcord callers. B D Forshay named administrator of John F Robison estate. Mrs. Jno S Hunter spends day with daughter in Atlantic. Carl Foote works in Alba field and at the feed bank. Michael Tierney ships twenty yearlings to Omaha at 100 each. Marriage license issued to Ralph L Patterson and Miss Iona F Duff in Des Moines. Zeta Tierney returns from Dusbuque for summer. Anna O Leary teaching in Orient Wa spends part of summer in British Columbia. Maggie McDermott recovering after appendix tumor surgery in Rochester. T T Saunders drives to Corning to visit family and Milo Brink.
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