Items of Thirty Years Ago Recall Gold Standard Campaign
The Harlan Tribune recalls 1896 political clash between Gold Standard and Free Silver with McKinley and Bryan. Anita figures James E. Bruce, Rasmussen, Myers, Stone, Asay, and local quartette members, plus a Des Moines and Hanley, Canada connection. Reproduced items note a Bruce meeting mishap and a mixed Anita Tribune Quartette performance.
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Harlan Tribune
the Tribune
Campbell
Anita
William McKinley
William Jennings Bryan
James E. Bruce
Tampa
Florida
Republican State Central Committee
Randolph C. Rasmussen
E. Frank Stone
C. Ray Asay
Sherm F. Myers
Jim” Beach
State Central Committee
Jim
Harlan
Rip
Ravel
Rasmussen and Myers
Stone
Des Moines
Asay
Hanley
Canada
Campaign Style Reflects Attacks on Opponent
A historical note discusses how writers framed an opposing politician’s campaign efforts as the era’s accepted method. The remark highlights the rough political battle and the press’s role in shaping public perception during the vigorous contest.
Fancy Box Stationery Deals and Savings
A bright ad touts Fancy Box Stationery in white and tints at $1.00 each and 2 for 76 cents. It promises a wide assortment of styles and sizes to satisfy the whole family and highlights a further 2 for 26 cents offer with a 24 cent saving.
Rexall Deals and Candy Featured in Local Ad
Local advertisement highlights Rexall remedies including 2 for 26c syrups and 2 for 36c cherry bark cough syrup. Also listed are mineral oil Petrofol 2 for 76c, rubbing alcohol 2 for 76c, bamboo briar blood purifier, assorted chocolates and candies, Fenway cherries in cream, milk chocolate bars, and mint varieties with multiple 2 for prices.
Passing of Aged Lady Hannah Hare in Des Moines Roots
Mrs. E W Holmes received word of the death of her aunt Mrs Hannah J Hare at 93 in Chicago. A former Fort Des Moines resident and wife of the first organizer of central Iowa Methodist Episcopal church, she touched Des Moines area life through relatives and friends in Anita Indianola and Mt Pleasant. Funeral services were held in Mt Pleasant where her family once resided. Surviving relatives include Dr C H Hare of Los Angeles H T Hare of Duluth and Mrs Al Smith of Superior.
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E. W. Holmes
Hannah J. Hare
Zela McArthur
Chicago
Des Moines
Fort Des Moines
Methodist Episcopal Church
Iowa
Hare
Warren County
Tyler
Texas
Old Court House
Polk County Court House
Old Stage Road
Anita
Nellie Holmes
Julia Shelton
Indianola
Chas. E. Shelton
Simpson College
Wilma Nelle Thorpe
Mt. Pleasant
M. E. Church
Mount Pleasant
C. H. Hare
Los Angeles
California
H. T. Hare
Duluth
Minnesota
al. Smith
Superior
Wisconsin
Anita Telephone Progress in Underground Cable Splice
The final act in splicing the new underground cable system has begun. Within six weeks this work should be completed and much aerial wire will be removed. The change promises more reliable service to Anita residents and former patrons. C. H. Daubendiek, Manager.
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Anita
Anita Telephone Co
C. H. Daubendiek
Mer
Former Resident Edna Robison Visits Anita
Former Des Moines resident Mrs Edna Robison spent days in Anita recently to handle business and visit relatives and former neighbors. Since moving to Des Moines she bought a residence and keeps house for a son and two daughters. Two other sons are employed in Rock Island and Council Bluffs.
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Edna Robison
Des Moines
Anita
Robison
Tom
Rock Island
Casey
Dan
Council Bluffs
Rev Burnette Named Pastor at Stuart Me Church
Still in active ministry Rev C Burnette recently assigned to the pastorate of the M E church at Stuart by the Des Moines conference. He was pastor of Wiota church years ago and has since filled many charges across the state. Burnette's first wife, now deceased, was a daughter of Marion Brooks, longtime Wiota resident.
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Burnette
M. E
Stuart
Des Moines
Wiota
Marion Brooks
Rexall One Cent Sale at Bongers Bros
Notice announces a three day sale at Bongers Bros on Thursday Friday and Saturday in October. Dates given as 15th and 16th. The brief item promotes the Rexall sale event.
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Rexall
Bongers Bros
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Republican Committee
Elk Horn
City Hotel
Turner
Sherm Myers
Bryan
Anita Tribune
Opera House
Harmony Bay
Victoria
Rexall Store
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