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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1920
Page
1
The Citizens select The People's Ticket for Anita's March 29 election. They pledge honest, economical administration, urge early permanent improvements, and warn inflation harms. The piece criticizes profiteering and references political figures and issues of the day.
The piece mocks the former Crown Prince by noting wooden shoes and coats as symbolical. It contrasts this with support for the current national administration, comparing the argument to muddy Iowa ground.
The piece argues for strong leadership and accountability for national rulers, urging recognition of sacrificial service by defenders. It calls for mental competence and physical fitness for office, and suggests appointing guardians for trusted positions if removal provisions are lacking.
In Paris, several American Peace party members chose to drift away from the President rather than join the grand parade. Few wished to participate and even fewer had the speed to keep up with the procession.
A passage questions whether the United States will have a government of the people or be ruled by foreign powers, noting the issue will be settled at the election next November.
Readers note that fashion followers embrace veils as the latest trend while warning that heavy long sleeved union suits could raise funeral costs and medical bills. The piece humorously cautions about potential health risks from extreme dress.
Spring undergarment trends spark debate over skimpy designs and high costs as Iowa residents who spent winter in California accuse profiteers of gouging. They warn many will move to other destinations next fall and claim safer remedies exist locally to avoid expensive treatments.
Lost two brown mules about 1400 pounds each and one grey pony from premises during Tuesday night March 9. Reward offered for information leading to recovery. Contact 2 on 16 Anita, 11 t1. Bert Scarlett.
The 267 votes cast chose Henry Burns and Robert A. Wilson for three year Directors, Chas. EX Campbell for a one year term, and Leon G. Voorhees for Treasurer. Local items note illnesses, farm moves, new subscriptions, and community updates involving residents such as Howard Marshall of Atlantic Auto Co and Mrs. Andrew Denison, with several changes of address and property leases in Anita and nearby areas.
A new shoe repair shop offering electric repairs and in‑store half soles while customers wait opens west of the New Racket. Notices report local residents visiting, moving, and changing addresses as March approaches, with remarks on weather and local politics.
The report notes fatal oat meal poisonings as a blow to the oats trade. Critics mock scandal-mongers and urge strong opposition to efforts seen as depriving World War I veterans of rights.
Fashion decree lowers the waistline for women and requires galluses to be added to gowns to prevent loss of the garment. This action reflects shifts in style and practical adjustments in attire.
An examining board charged with evaluating disabled soldiers' claims should be competent to render a report after their decision has been appealed a third time.
From Cap Gipple of Bridgewater Iowa comes a friendly message with a check for a few bucks to keep the hungry wolf from the door. The note is signed L A Gipple and addressed to a friend named Sher.
Ed Anderson of Eckley Colorado sends a 1921 bill payment note for the Record. He praises the paper and Republican spirit, mentions plans to reorganize the Famous Quartette and push for incorporation, consolidated schools, and a community church. He reports mild winter and family moves to a nearby property.
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