26 Dec 1906
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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1906
Page
1
Jon Worik advertises high quality poster and pamphlet work with first class facilities and competitive prices. The Worons boast equipment on par with Central Town’s best. Marriages deaths and other news items accepted without charge and correspondence invited from around the world.
Over past years at least sixty cities and towns in the United States have sold leased or abandoned their municipal lighting plants. Some retain distributing systems but most are out of business. Many efforts to dispose of plants failed and experts warn more closures are likely as ongoing financial strain grows.
The piece argues the political machine thrives due to broad powers and large public outlays. It warns against municipal ownership complicating finances, noting $100,000,000 spent and likening mismanagement to handling dynamite. It cites Winnipeg and Montreal editorials on ownership versus debt and safety.
A city council recently fined a water company $1,000 for supplying impure and unwholesome water. Clint is right.
A discussion on Japanese segregation in San Francisco public schools, its impact on dignity, and the broader Pacific coast debate over educating Japanese immigrants. The piece notes Japanese pride, fears of economic competition, and calls for measured, diplomacy driven policy rather than prejudice, referencing President Roosevelt and Secretary Metcalf. It argues that educating Japanese youths may strengthen Nippon and influence Pacific power dynamics.
The article discusses Pacific coast race prejudice affecting Japanese and Chinese communities, noting official segregation in San Francisco schools for Mongolian and Korean descendants. It cites historical context from Chinese exclusion to rising Japanese concerns over being grouped with Negroes, and recounts a tale about Joaquin Miller to illustrate sensitivities.
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