Eva Edwards Trumbull Obituary Noted Adair Native
Eva Edwards Trumbull born May 22 1874 in Ainsworth Iowa died May 5 1925 in Anita Iowa at fifty years eleven months thirteen days. Survived by mother Nancy Edwards Adair sisters Wards Storm Lake Maggie Galloway Casey brothers Fred Edwards Storm Lake Clyde Edwards Adair two children Bernel Trumbull Pittsburg KS and Gloria Elaine Trumbull Beloit WI. Funeral held at L B Trumbull home Anita conducted by Rev J W Ferner. interment Adair cemetery with P E O and Eastern Star members present.
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Eva Edwards’ Trumbull
Jacob A
Nancy E. Edwards
Ainsworth
Iowa
Anita
Adair
Adair High School
James M. Trumbull
Bernel A. Trumbull
Pittsburg
Kansas
Ralph L. Williams
Beloit
Wisconsin
Wards
Storm Lake
Maggie Galloway
Casey
Fred L. Edwards
Clyde W. Edwards
Gloria Elaine Trumbull
Bernal Trumbull
Trumbull
Baptist Church of Atlantic
L. B. Trumbull
J. W. Ferner
Anita Congregational Church
Eastern Star
Passing of Clarence Petty in Arizona Sanatorium
Clarence B. Petty son of Mr and Mrs Samuel Petty died May 5 in a government sanitarium at Tucson Arizona after a long World War service and illness. He lived mainly in Anita and was known for musical talent with compositions sung nationwide. Survived by parents a brother William V Petty and a sister. Funeral May 7 at Riley's Chapel Tucson. Interment at Evergreen Soldiers plot. he belonged to Disabled Veterans American Legion Anita Post.
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Anita
Clarence B. Petty
Samuel Petty
Tuscon
Arizona
Iim
William V. Petty
Tuston
Clarence Petty
Wm. V. Petty
Riley’s Chapel
Evergreen Cemetery
American Legion
Card of Thanks for Eva Edwards Trumbull
Sincerely grateful to friends and neighbors for word deeds and ministrations that made the last days of our daughter mother and sister pleasant and happy. Thanks for the loving tribute and sympathy in our hour of sorrow. Nancy E. Edwards and family. Ralph Williams and family. B. T. Trumbull and family. L. B. Trumbull and family. N. L. Eby and family.
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Eva Edwards Trumbull
Nancy E. Edwards
Ralph Williams
B. T. Trumbull
Former Pastor Rev Reed Addresses Anita Students on Evolution
Rev Reed of Denver, a former Anita pastor and missionary, spoke to Anita High School students about evolution. He argued that science and the Bible need not conflict and claimed the Bible allows a vast timescale from creation. He described pre Adam skulls and bones as belonging to earlier beings.
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Anita High School
Reed
Denver
Colorado
Anita
Mr. Reed
Adam the
Rev. Reed
Attorney E. B. Holter Attends Legal Matters in Guthrie Center
Attorney E. B. Holter was attending to legal matters in Guthrie Center on Tuesday.
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E. 8. Holter
Guthrie Center
Greater Anita Club organized at Masonic Temple meeting
A business men meeting in Anita organized the Greater Anita Club electing O. W. Shaffer as President, Ed L. Newton Vice-President, H. P. Zeigler Secretary and A. R. Robinson Treasurer. A board and committees were formed to study free express delivery and electric light rates. The next meeting is Friday May 22 at the Victoria Hotel and banquet by W. A. Weikert.
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Anita
Masonic Temple
Greater Anita
O. W. Shaffer
Ed. L. Newton
H. P. Zeigler
A. R. Robinson
H. A. Marshall
H. E. Campbell
A. R. Kohl
M. E. Burkhart
C. H. Miller
C. E. Harry
G. A. Roe
Holton
M. C. Hansen
W. A. Weikert
Uncle Joe Cannon Questions Modern Courtin Culture
Uncle Joe Cannon, veteran congressman from Danville Illinois, at eighty nine asserts that young folks today do not know what courtin is. The article notes his long life and criticizes his view as out of step with a changing era in dating and social customs across generations.
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Joe Cannon
Danville
Illinois
Joe
Gosling
Uncle Joe
Home Trade Power Shapes U S Prosperity
The piece argues that local merchants keep commerce at home and shape national welfare. It cites Iowa 1824 data with 24 855 marriages and 3791 divorces as social metrics. It warns cash hoarding harms banks and public circulation, urging civic engagement for lasting progress.
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Iowa
Courtin and love-makin forgotten by modern flappers and shads
A tongue in cheek note laments younger generations, claiming they miss the old ways of courtin and romance. The author suggests the present era lacks knowledge of courting rituals and loving conduct once common among peers.
Sandusky Register hints at suspicions over method
The Sandusky Register asserts there are sufficient grounds for suspicion about how a certain process is carried out, implying concern over the method used.
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Sandusky Register
Iowa State Fair Returns to Des Moines This Summer
The great Iowa State Fair is set for Des Moines from August 26 to September 4. Officials promise a bigger and better event with expanded exhibits and entertainment.
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Des Moines
Uncle Sam refuses to dance to foreign political tunes
A sharp editorial notes that Uncle Sam will not play along with any country's political music, except when arrangements align with his own defined harmony. The piece argues for principled independence in international alignment and policy choices.
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Uncle Sam
Town and Community Building Emphasis Across Nations
The Didastrial News Bureau and Manufacturer notes newspapers nationwide have never played a bigger role in uplifting town life and business. It urges ending petty jealousies and intercity feuds to accelerate community development and harmony.
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Didastrial
Perheps
Returns on the Investment of Publicity
The piece argues that even occasional advertisers gain from publicity and suggests that keeping a business name before the public is sensible and profitable. It notes people respond to standing invitations to buy from legitimate promoters who solicit attention.
Former Anita Boy and Myrtle Deel Wed in Des Moines
Former Anita resident Max Aldrich and Spirit Lake native Myrtle Deel were married at 701 Broadway Place Des Moines Judge Truman Stevens officiating. Aldrich an assistant buyer for Harris Emery Company and they will reside at 1420 West 9th Street.
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Max Aldrich
Fred M. Aldrich
Anita
Myrtle Deel
C. A. Deel
Spirit Lake
Iowa
Truman
Stevens
Broadway Place
Des Moines
Justice Stevens
Aldrich
Harris- Emery Company
West 9Th Street
J. H. Aldrich
Chas. A. Thompson
Forward or Backward Which Will It Be in Town Development
The article argues Anita could become a genuine business hub beyond a mere filling station and rest room for tourists. It criticizes a booster’s limited view of town and community building and urges broader, lasting development plans.
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Anita
The Blessing of Poverty Says The Urgent Lesson in Wealth
A satirical column argues that wealth is cursed and that those with no surplus money avoid material traps. It contends the rich spread charity that keeps the poor dependent while the truly fortunate avoid unintended entanglements.
Berea and Lincoln Schools Enjoy Picnic Day
The Berea Standard School led by Miss Ermine Brown and Lincoln district No. 1, taught by La Verne Steele Weaver, held a picnic for more than a hundred at Miss Brown's home. Pupils and guests feasted from baskets, with older guests seated on the lawn and children served cafeteria style. the event featured the May Pole dance, physical exercises, racing, jumping, music by the Tharpe Harris Brown orchestra, and a splendid afternoon.
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Berea Standard School
Ermine Brown
Lincoln Township
la Verne Steele Weaver
Miss Brown
Berea School
Tharpe-Harris- Brown
Hard on the nerve system as popular songs flood airwaves
The piece notes popular hits like Yearning and All Alone broadcast from well known stations nationwide. It suggests that being All Alone may relieve lovers and nightmares for the sleep-deprived, while preferring Henry Field's old time ditties for comfort.
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Henry Field
California lessons on permanent highway construction
California says its past error in building permanent roads cost the state dearly and it stands ready to share lessons with other states. Iowa could benefit from California's advice to avoid costly mistakes and save thousands of dollars in future highway projects.
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California
Iowa
Unlabeled Hooch Said to Be Illicitly Made
A critic notes that much modern illicit liquor is produced from slaughterhouse slop and flavored with cayenne pepper and tobacco with prune juice for color. Vendors claim it is pure, but the wine is described as heavily adulterated and improperly prepared.
Silk-Stockinged Leggers Tied to Iowa Liquor Ring
Dorsey Hannell a former traveling salesman for a wholesale drug house faces charges of illegal transportation and sale of liquor in carload lots. He was caught in the federal officers drag net in Des Moines and had made regular thirty day trips to Anita years ago.
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Dorsey Hannell
Des Moines
Anita
Self Improvement Club Meeting with Mrs Guy Steinmetz
The Self Improvement Club met with Mrs. Guy Steinmetz Thursday, discussing plans and next activities for the group. Members exchanged ideas on upcoming meetings and community projects.
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Self Improvement Club
Guy Steinmetz
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