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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1917
Page
1
A People's War Quote from Woodrow Wilson
A Wilson quotation frames World War I as a righteous struggle for freedom and justice led by the Allied cause. It argues that the German people deserve self government and that the world must confront authoritarian dominance to preserve political freedom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow Wilson
The
United States
Long winter prep and political quips from a bygone era
The piece muses on preparing for a harsh winter despite weather forecasts. It recalls Kaiser loyalist lines, previews a controversial play Three Weels, notes community influence, criticizes congress, and lampoons Iowa California ties and clever liquor smuggling schemes amid a stream of satirical observations.
Noisy debate over patriotism and Americanism in governor’s race
A draft, fragmentary note complains about the use of terms like Americans and Sammies in political discourse. It mocks those who apologize for Americanism and applauds Governor’s strong position while deeming the opponent ineffective.
Resentment called treason toward Russia and loyalty
The speaker demands clear labeling of treason not softening the term and urges Chicago to act firmly against disloyalty and humiliation, arguing strong city response is needed to deter hostile intent and safeguard progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Soldiers aim to visit all Burgs along the line for rest
The writer asserts the military plans to tour every Burg along the front and take a rest after the conflict. Congress and the people are due a vacation, with many supporting a needed period of repose despite some members’ views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Oldest German Language Paper in Town Is Dead
The Chicago Evening Post reports the city’s oldest German language newspaper has ceased publication, blamed on its failure to adapt to American norms. It notes a claim that forty proof firewater costs five dollars a quart in Anita, highlighting oddities in local life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Evening Post
Anita
Dirty dogs of dethroned domination pursue Harding era
The piece argues the Kaiser must be defeated for peace and urges strong support for soldiers in army and navy. It asserts Uncle Sam should be financially able to sustain those dependent on service members and continued war effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governor Harding
Sam
Army
E Navy
War costs and calls to end the real cause
The text criticizes individuals who exploit wartime privileges and urges self-restraint and gratitude. It states the war has cost the United States a million dollars an hour and argues the price is worth paying to locate and confiscate the underlying cause of such behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Figures and fight talk from the Grundy Democrat
The Grundy Democrat mocks farmers preferring hired men to women workers and jokes about Republicans seeking a statesman brave enough to face Gov Harding in June primaries. It notes the governor will decide on a possible special legislative session, and asserts there will be none.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grundy Democrat
Uncle Sam
Gov. Harding
Season Turn Preparations Prompt Home Maintenance
The piece notes the approach of the season requiring latching and plastering summer pants and painting a straw hat, signaling readiness for warmer weather and outdoor activities.
Cartoon depicts Germany weighed down by autocracy and war
A Sioux City Journal cartoon shows Germany burdened by autocracy, Prussianism, militarism, Iron Cross jettisoned and the Crown Prince hesitating to accept peace and goodwill from the United States and the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City Journal
Germany
United States
What-if slogan if election had run in later months
The speaker imagines an alternative campaign argument replacing the slogan "he kept us out of war" with a different line that still aimed to persuade voters. The hypothetical approach suggests how timing could alter political messaging and public sentiment.
Corn cakes rise after corn price spike
A reader notes corn cakes drop from the poor man’s bill of fare due to higher raw corn costs and wonders who will dare to raise buckwheat prices in response.
Do Our Bit in Bribing the Corn Crop
A social note warns that many elderly citizens may need to help support this season's corn crop. It suggests that those able to work could assist if required, describing a collective call to contribute to agricultural efforts.
Republican in Congress Faces Democratic Roadblocks
The piece asserts that a Republican member of Congress has little chance to pass meaningful measures without Democratic approval, and argues that the Democratic majority blocks or cripples any proposals beneficial to the public or the nation.
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Congress
Sugar dividends spark debate over farming duty
The Great Western Sugar Company in Denver declared ten percent dividends in addition to two prior ten percent payouts and a 134 percent quarterly dividend. The piece questions why sugar costs remain high while profits go to investors, urging real farmers to lead food production for national needs and criticizing those exempt from military service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Western Sugar Company
Denver
Sabbath Service Believers Face Weekday Consequences
Some individuals who push fervent Sabbath observance appear to assume exemption from weekday duties and only poorly influence others. The remark implies scrutiny of their broader behavior and accountability beyond religious practice.
Public figures blamed for spreading disloyalty to the US
The speaker decries widespread disloyalty and accuses high officials of origin and encouragement, calling for prompt recall or removal from their offices. The remark emphasizes accountability for those who disgrace public service.
City merchants push advertising in small towns
The passage notes how city department stores and progressive merchants in towns as small as Atlantic spend heavily on advertising while some alleged businessmen, spending less than a dime annually with the hometown paper, boast about charity.
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Atlantic
Moon and wheat figments stir Iowa commentary
A satirical column targets Chicago mayoral missteps and wheat price controls, laments political gridlock in Congress, and notes Iowa’s public discourse from Villisca to Atlantic. The piece critiques suffrage pace and calls for Red Cross support while mocking midland politicking and farm-state concerns.
Local notes and small town moves in Cass County
J M Gargide noted as a cutler. Ira and Bowen buy a new Dodge from Harry and Bear Bros agency. Uncle Levi Hui shows resilience amid indigestion. T C Winder ill since Saturday, under care of Dr Campbell. Abe Biggs Ham Campbell Benj Wagner and Samm Cooper attend Cass County Soldiers Reunion at Griswold. Mabel Spence travels to Des Moines to bid farewell to brothers joining Red Oak Company in France. Cecil Conley heads to Des Moines for France with Anita alumni. Senator J C Voorhees returns from Breckinridge Minnesota with farms under improvement. Robert Scott of Holmes Lumbar Co with Peter Seatt Jr Fred Richter Ed Stiger head to timber and hunt tin cans with squirrels elusive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe Biggs
Ham Campbell
Benj. Wagner
Samm Cooper
Cass County Soldiers
Griswold
Robert Scott
Holmes Lumbar Co
Peter Seatt Jr
Fred Richter
Ed Stiger
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Three Weels
Iowa Society
California
Davenport
Garry
Hele
Towa
Russia
Fall Farm Furnishings
John Deere
Marseilles
L. R. Galiher Co
Middle West
Sherm Myers
Ben
Villisca
Iowa
Woodrow
State Fair Association
Red Cross Fund
Washington
Frolhy
Farmers’ Supply Company
Clardy & Sheley, Proprietors
J. M. Gargide
Ira & Bowen
Harry & Bear Bros
Levi Hui
T. C. Winder
H. E. Campbell
Mabel Spence
Des Moines
Red Oak Company
France
Cecil Conley
O. O. Conley
J. C. Voorhees
Breckinridge
Minnesota
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