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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1923
Page
1
The Decorah Journal mocks Leonard Wood as a presidential candidate. It suggests the Republican party could stay closer to Washington and do worse rather than go farther.
The Iowa legislature repeatedly reconsidered votes causing uncertainty about what law stood during the session. Observers joke that if a woman can change her mind, there were many older women among lawmakers.
The essay condemns a proposed $50,000 grant to private and denominational colleges for teacher training, arguing it signals an un-American path of funding religious institutions with public money. It warns this policy invites corruption and urges scrutiny of supporters’ patriotism and Americanism.
A speaker argues that surplus nations set prices on exports to shed excess supply. He claims tariffs on overproduced commodities mislead producers into feeling involved in graft, while real beneficiaries rob them with dull articles that compete with imports. He warns that price manipulation harms both producers and the broader economy.
A National Association Act bulletin on the Prohibition Amendment is criticized as ludicrous and ineffective against crime and social ills. It argues that harm attributed to prohibition stems from alcohol itself, not enforcement, and notes most items reference Eastern states like Maryland resisting liquor laws. The critique labels the bulletin as similar to a devil ringing a bell.
The Knoxville Journal questions Ed Cunningham's suitability for the Federal Reserve Board as a "Dirt Farmer." It questions his occupation and conflicts with business interests, advocating a dedicated farmer only if chosen for the post.
A short nomination notes John H. Ver Steeg of Pella Iowa is proposed for an unspecified position. The text asserts a focus on non–mixed heritage and hints at a rural farming background while dismissing unfamiliarity with banking.
The writer recalls Iowa City in 1903 when a building moved required removing two shade trees for about 150 dollars paid to the owner. Years later the state bought the lot, once part of land owned long ago and sold cheap. The piece condemns mismanagement of state school finances and calls for revenue cuts until better control is shown.
The legislature should appoint a committee to study state schools and cut duplicated courses at Ames and Town City. Iowa needs one university, not two, with core undergrad training funded publicly only to those who finish it without aid. Merge agricultural and teachers colleges, reduce athletics bias, and place all under one president and board. The goal is decisive reform despite local protest and faction.
The piece contrasts income taxes with a statistic about honey bees carrying honey, then notes a milk supply issue in Indianola. It cites a two year old health board ruling to test cows for tuberculosis and urges reestablishment of annual tests, citing public health and milk suppliers.
The Indianola Record laments disease control in cattle and the risk to communities while Waverly Independent notes Uncle Joe Cannon assembling veteran players home from Washington and trimming them at poker. The tone questions double standards in society regarding poker prowess among officials versus ordinary people.
A citizen praises progress urged by the Democrat while another criticizes editorial advocacy for a new high school. The piece recalls Abe Lincoln about a farmer delaying a barn project until a neighbor quips she will at least make a fuss, illustrating caution in action.
Edgeville Tribune reports an Eddyville van owner boasting many gasoline saving devices on his car four doofuniies claimed to save fifty percent each. He warns against reckless driving and fuel waste noting dangers of speeding high gear and down town traffic and the risk of getting stranded with no gas.
The M. E. church in Rock Valley, in operation for over four decades and once a community hub, closed last Sunday due to general apathy among its congregation, not financial failure. Harps of the organ faded as the doors shut.
The scene describes angels looking down in sorrow as Rock Valley loses its English speaking Protestant church. Without a Dutch language congregation, local youths may seek worship elsewhere or stay home, with many unable to understand Dutch and few options left locally.
A clipped collection notes discontent with English service practices and Protestant attitudes in town life. The Illinois plan to spend more on the Herrin massacre inquiry is criticized after two juries found no convict. A schoolmaster’s remark about a boy prompts a witty parental reply about the mother.
Officers of the Young People's Council of the Sunday schools met at Olive Fox's home to promote Mother-Daughter Week May 13 to 20 and to organize a Bible Base Ball Tournament. A Mother and Daughter Banquet was set for Friday May 18 with committees appointed, and district officers include Marion Nollen John Keuning Olive Fox Edna Van Roekel and Mrs A P De Reus.
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