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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1917
Page
6
Ropy dislikes headlines and asks if they irritate him. B. L. T. the Tribune’s humorist offers a light health tip: avoid a draft this season.
The Knoxville Journal reports a "very fatal" cattle disease striking the herd of former resident D. W. Wilkes, sparking concern over livestock losses. The item follows a light note about an electric tail lamp on a mule and a political quip about wartime prohibition debates in Congress.
The text urges loyal German Americans to inform authorities of any acts aiding Germany during wartime. It warns treason carries the same penalty as the act, notes noncitizens renouncing allegiance, and calls for surrender of detected enemies to protect the U S war effort. It stresses avoidant knee-jerk persecution while stressing vigilance to guard food and munitions.
In a heated exchange, the Chronicle accuses a federal officeholder known as Ropy of either being part of rowdy callers, being told by them, or having been informed by them about insults phoned to the Chronicle. The column questions Ropy’s involvement and hints at possible liability for copy. The piece mocks Ropy’s denials while pressing for clarity on how he learned the remarks.
The Chicago Tribune reports a plan to raise 1 million dollars by licensing many trades not now taxed. A partial list includes accountants, bartenders, physicians, tailors, photographers, and others. The proposal risks higher consumer prices and unequal burden, especially on large families, while targeting essential trades.
A historical editorial argues universal training and conscription are distinct. It explains universal training as a European system for all capable men, while conscription raises armies for current needs. The piece weighs volunteers, equal burden, eugenics notions, and questions loyalty amid German-ancestry communities.
The article argues that tax collection spreads to buyers via higher prices and profiteering. It notes that Chicago landowners and speculators benefit from rising values as revenue targets push costs up for residents. The piece cites real estate transfers where sale prices reflect tax burdens and capital gains.
The article outlines U S flag display rules including timing sunrise to sunset, half mast procedures, and proper orientation for wall hangings and street banners. It notes prohibitions on ground contact and use in trademarks, and marks Flag Day June 14.
Henry J Bromelty, a Pella marshal, recalls suffering a severe backache before taking Doan's Kidney Pills as directed. He reports rapid recovery and urges others with kidney complaints to try the medicine, later reaffirming his endorsement on October 29, 1915.
A historical commentator argues that public investment creates vast land value, funding private gains, while taxing residents via licenses and property taxes shifts the burden onto ordinary citizens. The writer contends land value taxes would be more equitable but faces political resistance in Chicago and Iowa.
The ad touts a permanent cure with a 60 cent price and urges buyers not to ask for any kidney remedy but Dean's Kidney Pills. It credits Mr. Brom with two public recommendations and cites Foster Milburn Co of Buffalo New York as the product’s proprietors.
Notice is published that the last will and testament of William Langerak is on file in the Clerk of the District Court office in Marion County Iowa. The will will be heard in the May term on May 14 1917. Interested persons may be heard. Knoxville Iowa April 23 1917. H Clements Clerk of District Court Walter Kester Deputy. April 26 May 3.
The article promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as safe for children and adults due to lack of opium, its pleasant taste, and effectiveness against coughs colds and croup. It notes it is sold by F. D. Stubenrauch and emphasizes suitability for young patients.
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