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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1928
Page
6
A collection of satirical quips on law ignorance and witnesses, a note on how investigation often finds the victim of negligence remains dead, weather hints at a swelled ranks of channel swimmers, and a jab about relatives and morons including psychologists.
Scientists have yet to determine what causes sleep and preachers share the puzzlement over this universal phenomenon.
The article remarks that the commandment Thou Shalt Not Kill seems old fashioned since it predates motor cars, implying moral guidance aging as technology evolves. It notes the historical context and contrasts ancient law with modern transportation developments.
Henry Ford sails to Europe for a second time not seeking to pressure anyone to act before Christmas, appearing focused on his own plans rather than negotiations or coercion.
A cryptic note claims more than 600 sextillion letter combinations exist for the alphabet and that stenographers have found them all. It also speculates New York's governor, by law of chance, may name a president named Smith.
A doctor states that insane individuals are happier than those who are sane, a claim presented amid idle chatter and observed hilarity.
Toronto financier J H Gundy reports strong growth across agriculture industry and mining in 1927 with corporate financing reaching about 380 million dollars the year’s peak. Cheap money fueled borrowing while Canada retired 56.9 million in Victory bonds. US investments in Canada approach four billion dollars signaling deep cross border finance.
The passage critiques the current congressional session, condemning the utter recklessness of statements and the extreme partisanship dominating speeches in both Houses, suggesting impartial observers see a harsh disregard for constructive discourse.
The text criticizes public welfare being subordinated to expediency and critiques wind-jamming political activity. It accuses leaders of descending to scandal mongering and poison-tongue methods to gain political advantage, expressing disgust.
In Winnipeg a man Daniel Ryan faced charges for spanking his wife at home amid ethical debates on martial relations. The magistrate found him guilty under the law, while ministers and judges weighed in on the issue. The article notes no firearms were used, condemning the American habit.
Hypnotism, once viewed as quackery, is now seen as a real mental and physical phenomenon with practical medical use. Reports from professors Brown of Oxford and J Kaldchnik of Olesa describe treating alcoholics, drug addicts, shell-shocked soldiers, and successful deep hypnotic sleep procedures. When used by reputable physicians it holds great potential, though danger exists if practiced by the ignorant or unscrupulous.
A young inventor near 21 challenged Commodore Vanderbilt with a air powered railroad brake. Vanderbilt dismissed him, but George Westinghouse persisted, perfected the air brake, and secured Vanderbilt’s first major order. His success and wealth followed, highlighting how invention plus business sense yields fortune while others lose theirs.
The article notes Indians in the United States have grown since 1887, countering extinction fears. It highlights a fading wooden Indian industry, detailing Henry Ford owning a wooden squaw and adding a partner carved by Arnold Ruef. A Cleveland exhibit crowned Seneca John as a premier wooden figure, yet the wooden tribe is unlikely to grow much further.
Writers lament boys leaving farms but argue farm boys have the same right to choose any vocation as others. The piece compares to coal miner sons and suggests ambition in business or professional paths is natural for a farm boy too.
The piece argues educated farm boys can lift themselves by pursuing trades or professions in cities, though farming remains viable for those who study modern agricultural methods. It warns farming is overdone and price cycles favor those who diversify or return to the land when demand rises. It stresses diligence and talent alignment with opportunities.
A vigorous column rails at endurance stunts such as a 60 hour dance in Cedar Rapids and mocks local politics in Decorah Fairfield and Des Moines. It praises medical research funding from the Rockefeller Foundation and criticizes opponents while urging support for education and responsible governance.
Twenty years ago in Waterloo and Pella reports detail Harris in New York guiding rail funds, Carnegie’s $20,000 gift to Central College, a stone cornerstone search at Second Reformed Church, a surprise anniversary for Mr and Mrs G H Goaselink, Rev John De Haan named missionary, Pella Grain Tile Co. capacity strain, school board reelections, and Superintendent Frush’s salary increase to 1200.
A local assessment praises the University of Iowa College of Medicine as among the best for training and research. The new facilities bloom behind massive buildings, and a visit to the adjacent Children’s Hospital is said to evoke strong empathy for improved living conditions and medical care.
The piece cites Republican leaders arguing the nation is prosperous despite a prevailing low mood, framing it as a psychological condition where mind triumphs over matter. It contrasts this view with calls to cling to Christian principles and notes critiques from various voices, including a Mingo Democrat quote. The text also covers Col Lindberghs finances and status as a celebrated aviator with large sums from tours and awards.
Col Charles A Lindbergh, national hero, accelerates toward millionaire status in under a year. Reports place his income near one million dollars with growth potential. He earned about 800 thousand from writings and two travel series syndicated by the New York Times plus royalties from the book We. Publishers predict sales reaching a million this year.
R Davis of Attica announces candidacy for county Recorder at the June primary and for county Auditor at the June 4 primary. He asks Democrats in Marion County for support.
Edgar E Clark announces his candidacy for the nomination as sheriff of Mahaska County Iowa subject to the Republican primary voters on Monday June 4 1928. He also notes seeking the sheriff’s nomination for Marion County subject to Democratic primaries.
The speaker seeks the Democratic vote at the June primary to begin a Board of Supervisors term in January 1929 and requests support from voters.
Four daily round trips connect Prairie City Monroe Pella and Oskaloosa with Des Moines and Ottumwa. Special trip joins Monroe for Des Moines at 8 40 a m 12 40 p m 4 65 p m Leave Des Moines for Pella 7 05 a m 11 45 a m 4 15 p m Pella to Oskaloosa times 9 86 3 35 p m 6 05 p m 8 60 for Pella. Travel times Des Moines Pella one hour six minutes and Oskaloosa Pella forty minutes. All buses run via Oskaloosa to Ottumwa. late evening service adjusted.
The Wheeling Intelligencer notes a 28 to 61 House vote defeat for the Linthicum bill aimed at prohibiting denatured alcohol denaturation. Captain McGovern defends industrial alcohol use, stressing denatured alcohol is toxic and not for beverage use, while law governs people, not substances, comparing to weapons and crime.
Sealed bids are invited at the Knoxville Iowa County Auditor office until 1 30 p m April 30 1928 for filling Bridge 1918 and incidental work on Sully road sections 26 and 27 North Lake Prairie Township. A five percent bid bond is required. Plans available April 6 1928. Estimated quantities include 6600 cubic yards earth excavation 10 cubic yards loose rock and 10 cubic yards solid rock. Project length one quarter mile. Bids opened after closing.
The clippings cover diverse cultural curiosities from ancient to modern times. Topics include ritual finger amputation in African pygmy traditions, Stone Age self-adornment with flint, rising heights of boys today, high home ownership in Canada, Tokyo fish markets handling 800 to 1,000 tons daily, early boat mentions in Egypt around 3000 B C, Parisian dogs with silver left paw plates bearing owner details, the Phoenix steamboat voyage of 1808, and a Newark court remark on the hardship of finding husbands.
Notice in Marion county Iowa that W. Veldhuizen deceased has a purported last will on file and will be heard in the May term of 1928 on May 11 with all interested parties to be heard. Also a Pembroke Ontario tale reports Hugo Ter Marsch’s hen laid three eggs in half an hour, one normal one with a thin shell and a third with no shell.
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