16 Apr 1903
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Newspaper
Anita Tribune
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1903
Page
1
A highly garbled OCR passage describes an unclear event with stray phrases about a fracture, cornea, bread knife, and social context. Many words are nonsensical or misread, and no coherent person, place, or date is identifiable.
A humorous local column lampoons town life with jests on teachers wages, gossip, and crude mischief. It jokes about a stubborn editor, rude remarks, and odd anecdotes including a Waterloo report of two bull snakes found in a man's stomach.
The piece notes Carter Harrison’s fourth consecutive mayoral victory in Chicago and mentions Democratic faction tensions in Des Moines. It also reports Anita’s recent city election aftermath and Pennsylvania’s minor cigarette sale ban, highlighting stricter penalties aimed at youth.
The Daily Democrat criticizes Mayor MccWard appointments as unrest grows in county seat camps. It argues for stable remuneration for first class certified country school teachers, asserting they earn their pay and should receive payments promised by Republican prosperity era.
Attorney H. M. Boorman spoke on The Crucifixion before the Y M C A. J B Bruff is praised for a swift, sharp rendition of the same theme, promising a spirited comparison that may outpace any county rival.
The Cass County Board of Supervisors approves multiple refunds rebates and warrants including refunds to C A Grubb Ezra Marsh and Wm Dittman for double assessments and charity accounts. It authorizes warrants to the District Court Clerk and directs tax and assessment adjustments. The board also discusses a 1801 land sale deed to Alva H Cooper and J D Cooper, noting doubts about legality due to missing formal resolution. The meeting adjourned April 7 1908 with J Oblids as chair.
A New York 490 member swallowed corrosive sublimate thinking it water while toasting Reliance. The whiskey he drank allegedly mitigated the poison long enough to extend his life, prompting caution that this may not popularize corrosive sublimates as a drink.
John F Rigge principal of Biguumney Tow Idan public schools declares candidacy for Republican nomination as Superintendent of Public Instruction. The message notes his long service and professional background in education within the county.
The Cass County Board of Supervisors in Atlantic Iowa on April 8 1908 adopted a resolution quitting all right title and interest of the county in a described parcel to A O McQuown owner of record. They approved refunds adjustments and jury actions including damages settlement for Sadie M Erickson and tax rebates. The day closed with adjournment and approval by J Childs chairman.
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