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Newspaper
Anita Tribune
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
2
The Brooklyn Standard Union notes Iowa's steadfast Republican Middle West and Senator Allison's landslide primary victory over Governor Cummins. It highlights the Tariff issue as a looming campaign question and praises Allison's proven Senate leadership.
The American Economist notes that Democratic platforms favor tariff revision with a pledge of equitable protection for American labor when competing with foreign manufacturers. It argues that a national recognition of this permanent policy could depoliticize tariff. The piece laments that Pennsylvania Democrats cannot shape national platforms.
Adair News notes outrage felt by progressives over John W. Scott declaring he will follow Cass county Republicans rather than state results. Guthrie progressives favor voting for United States Senator B Cummins, insisting their representative follow local party wishes. Griswell cited as example of consistency to be held.
A collection of political quips and opinions critiques party platforms and leaders, including remarks on Republicans and Democrats, electoral votes, and public sentiment. The piece references Iowa elections, Cummins, Bryan, and a proposed vice-presidential nominee, with commentary on prohibitionists and local conventions. It also notes merchants and mail order houses, and promotes a Fordney document from the American Protective Tariff League.
J F Whitmore of Grinnell died by self strangling in a barn after rigging a rope beneath a box. Notes found on his person named family and acquaintances to inform of his death, reflecting long standing religious delusions and legal troubles including a recent divorce and mortgage payoff. Anita, a nearby town, noted for cleanliness but with room for improvement.
A fragment recalls a child’s behavior and a mother’s scolding during a household scene. The narrator mentions “Angels” and Anita, noting future restrictions on gossip, and hints at potential legal action over published matters.
Notice is given that the partnership of H. J. Suplee and C. N. Campbell doing business as Suplee and Campbell is dissolved by mutual consent. C. N. Campbell retires. H. J. Suplee continues the business. Debtors must settle promptly as books close soon. Dated Anita Iowa June 6 1908.
A rural Iowa weekly notes residents and visitors, including Wm Wagner and wife returning from Denver, the Grace family move to Anita, and Chas Huff visiting. A special sleeping car is prepared for Atlantic delegates to the Denver National Democratic convention, while Atlantic boasts loud crowds. The Des Moines livestock debt and local shippers’ losses are mentioned, with retirements, college trips, and town gossip about a new Martin furniture firm and possible changes.
Colorful game report from Anita with vivid nicknames and play by play. Sterling’s team ties pennant hope as Osborne Vinal and Iardscrabble lead batting. Maynes 3 strikeouts and strong defense pace the Indians. Includes score details, lineup, and a note on future life-size cut and player measurments.
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