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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1919
Page
1
A set of editorials covers world affairs, the league of nations, and postwar unease. It praises town school teachers, critiques Iowa legislature spending, questions sugar shortages, and discusses Red Oak Electric upgrades and a county road bond proposal with public vote requirements.
The piece mocks peace commission delays and praises capable Iowa Republican candidates for governor while criticizing the President for overreach at the Paris Peace Congress. It argues for focusing on American needs and warns against foreign meddling and empty pledges. The Lake View Resort note adds a local viewpoint.
The letter questions executive power and the President’s role, contrasting foreign autocracy with domestic administration. It asks whether the President or the nation governs, requests known powers used to the limit, and critiques Senator Kenyon for balancing Iowa interests with support for President Wilson, hinting at resignation if GOP principles clash.
The piece laments the neglect of Jeffersonian simplicity by later Democrats. It urges voters to jar Senators, including Kenyon, into a merited rest from hearing what the author calls impossible suggestions about the league of nations and related issues.
Frank H Morrison a lifelong Anita resident died at his home May 5 1919 after a long illness at age 50. Funeral services were held at the M E Church in Anita. A notice warns stock driving through streets and pasture in streets and City Park must stop or enforcement will follow. Homer Kirkbam Mayor.
W. K. Carey’s 1116 acre tract near Keithsburg Illinois, sold to Guy Sutton, now purchased by Younker Bros of Des Moines. They plan ten acre plots and Russian farming colonies under an expert agronomist, guaranteeing money-making returns. Carey, Anita Iowa, proved barren land can yield substantial profits, boosting regional investment.
The Center Point Independent notes Lieutenant Governor Ernest R. Moore will likely announce a Republican bid for governor before the current legislative session ends. It hails his fiscal discipline and says his Cedar Rapids Water Works chairmanship proves his efficiency, projecting him as the strongest candidate among rivals.
A critical taste piece attacks the hug and kiss scenes in films praising the craft and noting injuries to actresses. It laments sensational onscreen behavior while listing local social notes and town news about residents, visits, and council actions.
At the Anita board meeting, Dr. L R Eller resigned and J A Wagner was elected to fill the vacancy. Claude W Smith of Cambridge Indiana was unanimously chosen as Superintendent at 1800 dollars annually. Friedda Hughes Manning and Clara Schwandt among staff were reelected with 120 dollars monthly salaries.
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