Dairy group protests oleomargarine promoted by cooking schools
The State Dairy association plans to send a letter condemning oleomargarine and lard substitute sponsorships by newspapers and cooking schools. It cites local demonstrations by the Chronicle, James Van Dusseldorp, and its own school, urging use of creamery butter for nourishment and economic reasons.
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Low State Dairy Association
Fiags
The
Chronicle
Our Own
James van Dusseldorp
Dairy Association
Vaccination Debate Across Eras and Effects
A historical letter questions vaccination as a medical fix and notes opposition. It cites era shifts from compulsory to optional vaccination and compares birth vaccination rates from 1872 to 1922 with smallpox mortality. The British Health Minister is quoted linking lower vaccination to mortality trends, prompting scrutiny of figures.
Declining Cleveland Voter Turnout Seen Since 1920
The National Municipal League reports Cleveland voting strength slid from 66 percent in 1920 to 60 in 1922 and 38 in 1926 with only a 1924 uptick. It suggests similar declines in other large cities and smaller towns, noting little citizen turnout unless a major issue or national race arises and questioning the value placed on citizenship and voting rights.
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National Municipal League
Cleveland
Ohio
Ual
Athletics and Character by Massachusetts Deputy Commissioner
Frank W. Weight argues for education focused on character culture and citizenship over sheer muscularity. He stresses physical education but cautions against neglecting broader schooling and reflects on past athletic emphasis and evolving forms of physical training.
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Frank W. Weight
Massachusetts
Looking Ahead to a Rubber Substitute from Goldenrod
A reader quotes Thomas Edison predicting a goldenrod based substitute for rubber by 1980. The article notes Edison’s hope that the new material will emerge as a significant invention, reflecting early 20th century optimism about natural plant sources transforming industry.
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Thos. A. Edison
Edison scheme sparks national hope for rubber
The text notes Rubber's growing daily role and Britain's long monopoly. It expresses optimism that Mr Edison’s plan will succeed fully, implying a hope for a 100 percent success and national rejoicing if realized.
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Great Britain
Mr. Edison
It Can't Be Stopped Congress taxes payers with mileage waste
A news note criticizes Congressional travel payments during holidays, noting taxpayers funded mileage for members who did not travel and highlighting a California member who stayed in Grosset City to collect $1800. The piece argues graft and needless spending persist as Congress adjourns.
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Congress
U.S
California
Grosse City
Babies and Pigs Demand Sparks Public Interest
Two government pamphlets on child rearing and pig farming are in high demand. A Washington newspaper notes pig books sold first, but growing interest in baby care could shift focus at home. If families prioritize children, fewer prisons and poor houses may be needed.
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Washington
New York Sets Tough Drunk Driving Standard Nationwide
The piece argues that New York’s law punishing twice convicted drunken motorists with permanent license revocation sets a strong example for all states. It contends many states lag in recognizing the danger and calls for stricter penalties to reduce the annual death toll from drunken driving.
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New York
Union
Pella
Change in Title Stirs Local Bravery Challenge
A newly arrived colored bully seeks to impress local braves with boasts of toughness. He claims origin from a tough town and challenges others to prove his mettle. Interaction hints at intimidation and a confrontation amplified by taunting dialogue.
A Peace Pilgrimage Spurs Mother Pilgrims Abroad
The government plans a peace pilgrimage of 11 440 widows and mothers of soldiers buried abroad. About 7 000 have signaled intent to travel, with costs around 800 dollars each for rail and ship fares, hotels, and incidentals. The voyage aims to diplomatically promote peace and counter war.
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Palla
America
Editors Are Human Explain Newspaper Restraint
A tough social commentary argues editors temper coverage of family rows church squabbles and minor scandals to avoid harming lasting principles. It asserts critics cannot expect editors to advocate or attack proposals tied to their own signatures and notes editors protect individuals or minorities by steering toward calmer coverage.
This Week in Pella Delights and digs from a local column and notices
Pella items joke about spectacles found at home, Cupid and lemons, a dog incident, Babe Ruth salaries, pre wedding sigs, pessimistic views on traffic and war, a 10 year auto club plan, a headline misprint, odd meat shop remarks, a pin hole time waster, street car drinking, census age fines, and Uncle Sam audits.
Bits and Bobs From A Weekend Chronicle
A scatter of light anecdotes and quirky items about daily life. Jokes about aging generations, bus trips to Prairie City, and engaged couples mingle with editor tips, a misprint about incubators, and a ruse by a jilted husband offering medical supplies for a rival.
Wool tariffs up for consideration place him at a disadvantage
The statement notes that this position will disadvantage him as wool tariff proposals are reviewed. It implies stakes in policy discussion and potential impact on his interests during the ongoing tariff deliberations.
Flight O'Tyme Stems from the Chronicle of 1910 and 1920
A brief note traces the origin of Flight O'Tyme to chronicling years 1910 and 1920. It highlights how the phrase or column emerged in those dates, noting its playful aviation themed title as a recurring feature in the paper.
Twenty Years Ago Highlights from the Chronicle
A 1910 Chronicle item notes the college Glee Club’s April 1 tour through southeastern Iowa beginning at South English, with Peter Kuyper as assistant business manager and Harry Goll becoming manager of Pella Plumbing and Heating. It records a wedding at the Methodist parsonage of Charles Croll and Mantha Griffeon, a Dutch interesse trip by Joh Nieburg of Boland Ls to rally fellow countrymen in Hyde county, the death of Anna S. De Pree in Olive Center, Mich, and Mrs G Schell walking seven miles to Pella for shopping. Ford Motor Co. reports all records smashed in the sale of 4,000 cars.
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Chronicle
College Glee Club
Pel- Ta
Iowa
South English
Peter Kuyper
Harry Goll
Pennsylvania
Pella Plumbing and Heating Company
Clarence Pierce
Charles Croll
Mantha Griffeon
Methodist
Monkman
Joh Nieburg
Boland Ls Company
Holland
Pella
Hyde County
Anna S. de Pree
Peter de Pree
Grand Rapids
Mich
P. J. de Pree
Olive Center
G. Schell
Ford Motor Company
Opinion roundup of editors on banking, automobiles, and politics
A compilation of editorials and notices from multiple papers. Nebraska bank guaranty failures spark criticism of state policy. Knoxville Journal praises scrapping old autos for safety. Jasper County Record mocks Russian religio us policy. Monroe Mirror notes young couples’ rides as social ritual. Koota Eagle discusses Hoover’s tough political year amid 1980 economic strains. Knoxville Express recounts circulars from Pella hatchery. Benison Bulletin questions party loyalty versus public interest. Northwood Anchor cites a jailed accused killer’s behavior as defense. Monroe County News urges solving hunger and poverty, critiques Congressman Dickinson and Wolf Creek ties.
Ten Years Ago Items From the Chronicle of 1920
Deaths reported were Dirk Feenstra age 81 and John Advocaat age 21 at his home 8 miles northeast of Pella. Assessor E J Fanssen stated tax moneys and credits listed at 2395743. High school basketball opened at New Sharon losing 8 to 2. Connie Van Donselaar injured forehead while adjusting tractor fan. W A Young and Aart Van Houweling faced Lowe Trail Council on onion planting claim. Miss Lela Droz went to New York City to meet Baptist Mission Society for foreign field appointment.
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Chronicle
Dirk Feenstra
John Advocaat
Pella
E. J. Fanssen
New Sharon
Connie van Donselaar
City Council Considered Light and Power Rate Relief
The Federation of Women’s clubs petitioned for reductions in light and power rates. Other items included a oil station theft, resignation of Farmers Co-operative exchange manager Andrew Van Drimmelin, chamber meeting urging paving No 63 to link Polk and Marion counties, and death of A T Boot at 48. Also announced was the opening of the First National Bank at Mesa Arizona with L H Van Spanckeren cashier.
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Federation of ‘Women’s Clubs
Aloe
Manhattan
Andrew van Drimmelin
Farmers Co-operative Exchange
Chamber of Commerce
State Highway Commission
Polk
Marion
A. T. Boot
Columbus Street
First National Bank
Mesa, Ariz
L. H. van Spanckeren
Passenger Bus Schedule 1929 Route Details
Effective November 1 1929 the Des Moines to Ottumwa service runs via Prairie City Monroe Pella Oskaloosa with four daily round trips. Three trips connect at Monroe for Knoxville. Special round trip rates apply between all stations. Schedules list departures from Pella to Des Moines at 8 40 am 12 40 pm 6 10 pm and 8 40 pm and from Des Moines to Pella at 8 00 am 12 00 am 4 80 pm 7 00 pm. Travel times Des Moines to Pella one hour fifty minutes and Oskaloosa to Pella forty minutes. All buses except late evening connect at Monroe with Knoxville line and all buses run through Oskaloosa to Ottumwa.
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Ottumwa
Prairie City
Monroe
Pella
Oskaloose
Knoxville
Des Moines
Oskaloosa
Calves should retain fat from milk feeding for better finish
Advice stresses calves fattened for beef must keep milk-fed fat. Quality finish in fat yearlings is desirable, while half finished yearlings rarely fetch enough on the market to be profitable.
For Sale Chronicle Office Adds and Supplies
For sale items include adding machine paper typewriter ribbons and carbon paper offered by Chronicle Office.
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Chronicle Office
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