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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1913
Page
4
A brief editorial note suggests Kenyon could deserve a boost if viewed as a presidential calibre figure, implying potential appeal or merit in his candidacy or stature within political discourse.
As Roosevelt runs for president in 1916 the nation will remain with Democratic policy. Voters who backed the tariff bill should receive what they asked for and avoid any monkey business.
A remark contrasts a renegade with a known hypocrite noting the former may have rare redeeming traits while the latter cannot possess any. The line implies moral contrasts without specifics or events.
A local note recalls Geo. Casson as a willing sacrifice to the emoluments of a desirable office, suggesting political maneuvering and public interest in the upcoming stake.
A vivid line notes that alongside selling peanuts in a graveyard, nothing attracts a busy man more than serving on a jury, blending dark humor with civic duty.
The text suggests a booster bug can achieve real improvements by inserting its stinger in targeted places. It emphasizes selective action rather than broad application as a strategy.
R. C. Beaver was in Dexter on business yesterday. Ira E. Bowen becomes a new cash in advance RECORD subscriber. Miss Louise Dittman teaches the fall term in District No 1 west of Anita. Harvey Wilburn suffered a broken arm Tuesday above the wrist while cranking an automobile.
Hal Moraine and family of Terrill Iowa spent a week in the city visiting relatives. Mrs John Pilmer and daughter from Nebraska are visiting relatives in Anita and vicinity this week. The depot well that supplied engine water has gone dry and crews are lowering the well.
Mrs J L Stalcup came back Monday from Des Moines where she aided in caring for her nephew who suffered two broken legs after being struck by a car. Little Joe is reported to be progressing well.
Mrs D A Weatherby traveled to Boyd Iowa to visit her sister Mrs O D Leonard. The note expresses hope she will enjoy a pleasant visit and reassures readers Dad remains at home to tend the chickens while she is away.
Frank Pierce born August 14 1840 in Cornwall England died September 1 1913 in Adair Iowa aged 73 years 11 days. He journeyed from Wisconsin to Dubuque and California before settling in Adair and later Fredericktown Missouri. Survived by three children Denison, John T and Mary A and several stepchildren. Funeral held at Eureka Center with Rev. William Lewis officiating and burial in Center Cemetery. His life spanned farms across Iowa Missouri and Texas with substantial property holdings.
Acknowledgment from Mr. and Mrs. John T. Pearce, Mr. and Mrs. Dennison Pearce, and Mr. and Mrs. Jas. T. Furman express gratitude to all who offered assistance, sympathy, and flowers during their loss.
Allen Bros. who had threshing for a hundred days without a breakdown were forced to halt operations last Friday and faced several days of delay while awaiting repairs for their machine.
H D Hunter of Mexico Missouri visits his brother John S Hunter and wife this week. He has lived in Missouri for forty years and notes a remarkably dry season there. He reports crops and the Cass county area in Iowa appear favorable.
The Anita Public School opens with 503 pupils in grades, details of class rosters and staffing. Updates note temporary upheaval to College Hill site, with workers and plans pushing the new building toward completion. Senior visitors return, staff changes include Bertha Pratt substituting for Grace Blood temporarily.
The funeral of Pauline Williamson age small daughter of Mr and Mrs Aura Williamson of Wiota was held Friday at the M E church conducted by Rev A D Beekhart. A large turnout attended the service which featured white chancel decor and a prepared music quartet. The casket was borne by four white dressed girls and the body laid to rest in Wiota cemetery awaiting the day of resurrection.
Dr. C. V. Beaver announces a son born to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Enfield on Tuesday, adding a new addition to the family.
John Stone his wife and Baby Katharine spent Sunday and Monday with grandparents H C Stone in the city. They had stayed the summer with Mrs Jenkins in Fort Collins and will return to Omaha.
Sunday guests from Van Meter include Mr and Mrs Co B Platte with their son Allan and Mr and Mrs J L Platte. They traveled by auto to the Home of H E Boatright and family. Er W Johnson is building a dwelling on his farm northwest of Anita for Walter F Wise and family who will farm there next year.
Arthur N. Hansen and his brother H. P. Hansen from Council Bluffs spent Sunday in the city with the families of Andrew, C. C. and Carl Hansen.
Miss Inez Scott, from the class of 1913 at Anita High School, begins her first teaching term in the M. Tierney district east of Anita in Adair county.
Wm Wahe and wife of Adair with Chas Dahl of Omaha were Sunday visitors at Ernest Wahe’s home. F H Patten and family from Adair also spent the day with W H Wagner Jr and family.
Miss Anna O'Leary visits Menlo for the opening of the fall term. She has nearly recovered from a recent illness and will be on hand at the start of classes.
Miss Jennie Wiegand hosted a Kensington Wednesday afternoon last week honoring Miss Ruth Wilkins. Guests enjoyed refreshments during the event with Miss Lucy Miller of Omaha among the out of town attendees.
Mrs F C C Jones of Lewis visited last week at the home of W J Brown and wife.
The trip to Anita includes Harv Delaheyde and Old Jones Worthing sharing in their usual talk of fruit and more. Walter Smith, once injured by a scaffold fall, is recovering and visiting Anita with his wife as they stay with his parents T. J. Smith and wife. The limb was found to be broken in seven places.
The Stoffs Hotel office, once shrouded in darkness due to papering and repairs, now has lights on and new wiring. The Record editor joined Sister Eda Stone for Sunday dinner at the well stocked dining table, spending time at the event and filling the gaps with abundant food.
Mrs W C Biggs returned from a visit to Plattsmouth and Omaha Nebraska reporting no rain there since June. She notes widespread hardship as effects of the drought touch homes crops and markets.
Ralph Suplee spent several days last week in the Dexter and Earlham area visiting friends and inspecting farms offered for sale. He was accompanied by his father-in-law J F Welle.
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