Death in Eckley Fire Claims Mrs. Lulu Haver
Mrs. Lulu Haver, daughter of Mrs. J. C. McKenzie and former Anita resident, died after severe burns from a kerosene lamp fire in a room off the kitchen at her Eckley Colorado home. Her husband’s rescue attempt left his arms burned. the fire occurred Sunday night and she died about twelve hours later. The body arrived in Anita midweek and was interred at Evergreen Cemetery after services in Eckley. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Ingerham following a church ceremony in Eckley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lulu Haver
J.C. McKenzie
Anita
Eckley
Colorado
Mrs. Haver
Mr. Haver
F. O. Worthing
B. D. Forshay
Evergreen Cemetery
Geo. Haver
Gert L. McKenzie
Haver
F. M. Tiffany
Fred Haver
Secott
Rev. H. Wilkins
M. E. Church
Ingerham
Lulu May McKenzie Haver 21 Dies in Colorado Home
Lulu May McKenzie Haver, born September 19 1892 in Geneseo Illinois died May 4 1914 at her home near Eckley Colorado aged 21 years 7 months and 15 days. She moved from Iowa to Colorado in 1907 and married George Haver on April 26 1911. She left a devoted wife and mother whose life blended service with spiritual outreach to her child Wilbur Clesson. Her death follows a life of simple sacrifice and care for others.
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Lulu May, McKenzie
Geneseo
Illinois
Eckley
Colorado
Lowa
Anita
Iowa
Clolorado
Ft. Morgan
Kekley
George Haver
Wilbur Clesson
Obituary Note of a devoted wife and mother mourned
The obituary honors a devoted wife and mother with a wide circle of relatives and friends. It lists her husband, infant son, mother, brother, and grandmother as immediate mourners, while noting the broad network of kin and friends who felt her loss deeply.
Obituary of Mrs. B. F. Swartz of Anita Iowa
Clara Isabelle Lees Swartz born November 12 1865 near Earlville Iowa died May 6 1914 at her daughter’s home in Anita aged 48 years 5 months 24 days. She married B F Swartz July 26 1881 and had five children two sons and three daughters. Funeral at Christian Church Anita Friday at 2 30 conducted by G B Nichols and Rev P A Riekel with Rebekah and Homesteaders Lodges in charge and interment at Evergreen Cemetery.
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Clara Isabelle Lees
Katherine Lees
Earlville
Delaware County
Iowa
Hugo Wiese
Anita
Cass County
B. F. Swartz
Anna
Susie Bell
G. F. Swartz
Hattie Wiese
Harry
Jas. Lees
Guthrie Center
Henry
Frank Lees
Fannie Brown
Spokane
Washington
Lucy Prentiss
Omaha
The
Christian Church
Rebekah and Homesteaders’ Lodge
G. B. Nichols
P. A. Riekel
Rebekah and Homesteaders
Evergreen Cemetery
Runaway Team Spurs Town Chase Through Main Street
A large heavy team hitched to a wagon driven by Rex Howlett bolted near the garage Tuesday afternoon. The frightened animals sped through Main street before being stopped in the far east part of town. Rex held the lines tight as autos trailed behind, no damage occurred.
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Rex Howlett
Ross Howlett
Main
Gobbling Up the Soft Snaps in Des Moines
Former Anita baker Fred Carss, kept in City Engineer offices at a high salary, has been renamed to the position amid council influence. Critics say he is not an engineer or level man, and accuse him of belonging to a protectors’ combine. Opposition to Carss is said to be revived by Craddock as years of drift continue.
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Fred Carss
Anita Baker
Des Moines
Myerly
Carss
Combine
Craddock
Pat
L. D. Pearson
Atlantic
Cass County
Iowa
Iowa Department of Agriculture
Leos M. Getz
A.R. Corey
Dep't. of Agriculture
Savage For Senator Clubs Organized Across Iowa Districts
An enthusiastic meeting of the seventh congressional district Republicans met at Senator Savage’s Des Moines headquarters to organize precinct units in each county. Campaign manager C C Nye and Senator Savage led sessions in Cedar Rapids and Davenport, with Burlington to follow, as the party tests strength before the June primary.
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Savage
Observatory
Des Moines
U S
C. C. Nye
Cedar
Political Debate and Senate Race Stir in District Spotlight
The piece notes a belief that women understand voting matters better than men and critiques scandal exposure. W R Green, visiting from Washington DC, returns for a spring tour inspecting local political conditions. The Bull Moose Bucks U S Senate race may add spice to the scene but threaten to distract from the main campaign.
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W. R. Green
Washington, D. C
U.S
A. C. Savage Emerges as Serious Senate Candidate
The text notes Mr. Cummins and allies realize the candidacy of A. C. Savage for U S Senator is not as unserious as once thought, signaling growing attention to his campaign.
Republican Leader Roles as Wet Nurse to Democrats
The remark highlights a political figure who rails against opposition while acting as caretaker to the Democratic party. It implies duplicity in leadership and influence over rising Democratic figures within their political sphere.
Tariff politics blamed for shifting prosperity
The article argues that early prosperity stemmed from Republican principles and policies. It claims prosperity ended when tariff tinkers and tariff rippers gained control, implying a shift in policy harmed economic progress.
Unnamed Candidate Faces Backlash Over Party Affiliation
A political candidate who refuses to reveal party ties before the primary draws strong reactions. Supporters argue ballots should reflect clear political alignment, while critics deem the stance evasive and undemocratic.
Home From Illinois Clayton Carey Recalls Strange Farm Visit
Clayton Carey returned Friday from Keithsburg Illinois where he supervised farm work for several weeks. He relates a number of strange and startling experiences observed during his absence, all of which are interesting and worth listening to.
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Clayton Carey
Keithsburg
Illinois
Clate
Caime
Egg shipment for April boosts Cass county economy
During April Col. A. G. Todhunter shipped from Anita 719 cases of eggs equal to 21 570 dozen at 14 cents per dozen, totaling 3235 50 in cash added to the community circulating medium. The Cass county hen is a genuine booster whose efforts attract attention and are worthwhile.
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Col. A. G. Todhunter
Anita
Cass County
Returns from Canada trip show farmland gains
F Naylor returned from a land buyers’ trip to Canada reporting widespread prosperity and rising prices. He notes land up ten dollars an acre in the past year and suggests early buyers aim to acquire more. Fred Welch, once of the area, owns 400 acres sown to wheat. David Marsh, now near Arcola, has prospered and added 320 acres adjoining his farm.
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F. O. Naylor
Canada
Fred Welch
David Marsh
Arcola
Cloud Burst and Hail Storm Near Anita Causes Limited Damage
A severe storm struck Monday evening from six to seven near Anita three miles northeast. Reports describe a cloud burst or water spout followed by heavy hail up to goose-egg size, with large drifts and debris visible next morning. No strong wind and little damage noted, though Adair reported some tree and pole damage and broken glass, later downplayed.
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Anita
Adair
Look After the Poultry Ordinance Violation
Section 32 of city Ordinance No L prohibits letting chickens ducks geese turkeys and other fowls run at large within the Incorporated town of Anita.
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Anita
Earl and McDowell Tie The Knot In Kansas City Church
Robert Geometry Earl and Grayce Evelyn McDowell were married on April 30 1914 at the First Congregational Church Kansas City officiated by Rev Frank G Smith The couple will reside at Milo Missouri after June 1 1914 with hearty congratulations extended to the newlyweds and the Earl family.
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Anita
Robert Geometry Earl
Augustus Johnathan Earl
Milo
Missouri
Grayce Evelyn McDowell
First Congregational Church
Kansas City
Frank G. Smith
Earl
Bob
Worthing & Son Sell Corner Grocery to Anita Pair
S.A. Worthing & Son sold their Corner Grocery to Ross Kohl and Carroll Roe of Anita. Kohl, formerly with Anita Auto Co., and Roe, longtime helper at L. C. Bangham’s store, take possession Monday after the deal closed last week. The firm notes Uncle Lola’s retirement due to ill health and plans for rest and refreshment.
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S.A. Worthing & Son
Ross Kohl
Carroll Roe
Anita
Anita Auto Co
Carrol Roe
L. C. Bangham
Worthing & Son
Lola
Chiropractors Hold Second State Convention in Des Moines
Iowa Federation of Chiropractors convened its second annual meeting at the Savery Hotel Des Moines. About fifty practitioners from major cities attended as delegates. They aimed to shield the school from hostile laws and push for legal regulation of the practice. The federation began two years ago with J Hans Zechman as president and Mrs Elizabeth Beaver as secretary. The main topic was the new constitution and by laws.
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Iowa
Federation of Chiropractics
Savery Hotel
Des Moines
J. Hans Zechman
Elizabeth Beaver
Secre
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