City finances debate sparks Weekblad rebuttal
A Dutch language pamphlet criticized recent city finance remarks. The article notes limited time due to ongoing wartime duties and promises to address the issue gradually, handling one issue at a time.
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1917
Page
6
Archie Roosevelt Enlists in Marriage License Brigade
Archie Roosevelt joins a quirky civic effort described as a marriage license brigade. He receives a special dispensation to bypass Massachusetts time limits, while peers from Pella rush to enlist, leaving little room for commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie Roosevelt
Massachusetts
Unlucky Friday for Boosers as AG Orders Stop Booze Shipments
The attorney general ordered express and railway companies to halt transporting intoxicants into Towa. A few local worshippers at the shrine of Bacchus tried to beat the ban by telegraph, but it is unclear if they succeeded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towa
Bacchus Sexatin
Women of Pella urged to start home canning help program
The Chronicle advocates a wartime domestic science effort in Pella to prevent waste and stretch food dollars. Experienced local housewives would mentor younger women, using the high school domestic science department and its laboratories for demonstrations. If interest grows, a public meeting could discuss canning, storage, and meal planning before next winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
the Chronicle
Legislature backs ballot circle restore and reforms in Iowa
The legislature passed a bill restoring the top of the ballot circle while keeping other features. The paper supports the direct presidential vote and repeal of the nonpartisan judiciary law, noting it reduces ballot length and curbs corrupt court influence. It questions party fairness and favors honorable candidates over improper partisan tactics. The stance mentions Democratic concerns and the lack of Democrat victories since the law’s passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
the Chronicle
Supreme Court
Supreme
Resolutions Urge Enlistment in War Crop Effort
The advisory board of the National Agricultural Society urges Congress to adopt resolutions promoting the enlistment of men not fit for active service to boost crop production in the war effort. It argues the war's outcome hinges on each side's productive capacity and calls for immediate political action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
National Agricultural Society
Congress
Germany
Public defense enlistment plan for farm labor in war effort
The piece argues for a 1917 program to draft men ineligible for regular service to farm lands under War Department coordination with Agriculture and Labor. It warns feeding armies matters as much as fighting and claims Iowa’s yields could double with intensive tillage, benefiting immediate Army food and testing profitability of intensive farming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
England
United States
War Department
Departments of Agriculture and Labor
Iowa
War and land tax in a time of crisis
The piece argues war will force new taxes and highlights land monopoly as the root of economic injustice. It advocates the single tax as a remedy, noting agriculture’s wartime cultivation could educate the public to tax land values, especially in urban centers and land with minerals or rail right of way. It frames immediate evil but potential ultimate good in taxing land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
United States Should Align With Allies to End Autocracy
The Chronicle urges U S entry into a full alliance with Britain and other democracies to refuse a separate peace with Germany. It argues the war aims are overthrow of autocracy and preservation of democracy, urging unity despite past differences with Britain and calling for decisive end to autocratic rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur J. Balfour
United States
Germany
Great Britain
France
Italy
Russia
Chronicle
Britain and United States Align Against Germany in Unity Speech
The article notes common aims between Britain and the United States amid danger from Germany. It argues that monarchy in Britain is an outdated form and that commercial rivalries should not justify war. It calls for cordial reception of Mr. Balfour and exchanged pledges to unite in defense of free government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ize
Great Britain
England
Mr. Balfour
Germany
Doan’s Kidney Pills Endorsement By Local Resident
Dark days from kidney ills and backache are described with a local testimonial from Mrs Goemaat of the Old Folks' Home in Pella. She says Dean's Kidney Pills strengthened her back and regulated kidney action after suffering weakness and dull ache. 60c at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Proprs Buffalo N Y.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Pella
Goematt
Doan
Sugar merger boosts Mormon Church by nine million dollars
In the wake of the sugar merger, prices rose four and a half cents a pound at the war’s start, yielding about nine million dollars for the Mormon Church. Frank J. Canon notes each one cent rise earns two million for the church trust. At Judge Pinkney’s banquet, concerns over cigarette use by boys were raised after a boy said he wanted to smell like a man. The Billy Sunday tabernacle in New York measures 334 by 247 feet with seating for 26,000 and a 2,000 singer choir platform after adjustments to fit the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mormon Church
Frank J. Canon
Church Trust
Pinkney
Chicago Juvenile Court
New York
Just for Fun in a One-Room School
A reading class discusses the word furlough with a pupil claiming it means a mule. Miss Jones asks for the meaning. the child returns with a book showing a soldier on furlough. A humor-filled exchange follows about a baby and a tooth pulling remark and a gossiping husband predicting elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Jones
Safe Medicine for Children Promoted for Cough Relief
Is it safe to give to children Chamberlains Cough Remedy is praised for lacking opium and narcotics and for its pleasant taste. It is described as effective for coughs colds and croup and is sold by F. D. Stubenrauch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. D. Stubenrauch
Allen's Foot-Ease Antiseptic Powder Ad
When rubbers pinch use Allen's Foot-Ease to ease tired feet. Shake powder into shoes and foot-bath for rest and comfort. Ideal for breaking in new shoes. Sold everywhere for 25c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Women Volunteers Endorse Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription
Dubuque Iowa readers hear testimonials from Mrs Julia Myers and Mrs L P Warn praising Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for relief during change of life. The ad extols long history, non secret formula, and liver cleansing by mild vegetable laxatives. It also promotes Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for complexion benefits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Iowa
Dr. Pierce
Julia Myers
Walnut St
Oelwein
Pierce
Vander Linden Tailoring Ad Promises Savings and Style
An advertisement touts tailored suits at a $15.00 price, claiming customers will save $10.00 and leave well dressed. M. Vander Linden invites readers to try their tailoring services for future suits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Vander Linden
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D. G. Gosseline
Selz Shoes
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