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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1904
Page
1
The working people of Europe oppose Russia with only officials hoping for Russian success. Germany relies on Russia as a last despotic ally while the United States might intervene if a European power seeks to dominate a weaker nation.
The text notes Mumpers of Congress say they are innocent and their consciences are clear. It cites Republican Senator Burton and figures like Machen and Beavers as sharing this self-approval despite convictions or indictments.
Congressman Baker of New York pushes five times to add a provision that would reimburse railroads for travel costs tied to the President and his entourage. Republicans do not appreciate Baker's liberal move and appear to resent it.
The Kansas party convention did not endorse Hearst, despite praise for his labor for the common people. The twenty delegate slate includes only six Hearst men, signaling disappointment among his supporters over the outcome of the Kansas campaign.
The New York state convention of Democrats endorsed Judge Parker as the party’s choice at St Louis. This move is expected to influence other states’ delegations and their instructions. Massachusetts endorsed Richard Olney, likely as a compliment to its favored son, anticipating its vote may shift to another candidate.
Congress member Bourke Cook delivers a high minded speech in the House denouncing presidential and Senate prerogatives. He draws strong applause from across party lines and notes that only a few peers have sparked such enthusiasm in decades. A small margin could have formed a committee to probe executive legislative power over pensions and other matters.
In San Domingo the minister informs that if foreign powers press for settlement of citizens’ claims, the United States will seize all custom houses in the country and post military guards. The move, said to ease tensions, could curb foreign interference as rebels still hold some towns.
Japan accelerates rail construction to improve control of Corea. Work begins on a light military railway from Seoul to Ping Yang, to be made permanent and extended to Wiju on the Yalu. Major General leads a large corps of engineers tasked with linking Seoul westward to Fu San near Hyatwalty.
European authorities deem Patterson New Jersey the hub of world anarchists. They say most plots against European officials originate there and accuse the United States of harboring criminals. The piece notes the difficulty of passing protection bills through the U.S. Senate even for the President.
The union of Oklahoma with the Indian Territory would harm Indians and U S citizens. Indians are wards needing U S protection. liquor sales and misrule by appointing unfit Indian agents threaten their safety. Better governance, curb spoils, and reforms by Interior officials could improve treatment, avoiding giving up guardianship to Oklahoma.
An old advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as the right tonic for children to build a firm foundation for a sturdy constitution. It highlights sturdy health for youths, and cites Scott & Bowne as chemists at 1 Peart Street with a price of $1.00.
Reports from Illinois Iowa and the Northwest note increased fall plowing. Brookmont Farm western Iowa with 7000 acres shows fall plowing allows earlier planting and maturity by about one to two weeks, requires fewer teams, and reduces drought impact compared with spring plowing. In 1903 Brookmont planted 1300 on fall plow and 2560 on spring plow for a total of 4000 acres.
The text notes cotton spinners in England losing over 750000 due to speculative cornering by Sully, adding to losses by New England mills and U S cotton operatives. It laments the power of few to do great harm and states Sully has failed, though he may have saved some for himself.
Casey’s Advice to Albia’s three beer joints opened April 1 by virtue of a partnership with city officials in defiance of state laws and the next day came their fire destroying two lives and $80,000 worth of property. The Express notes that Albia needs more water and less saloon culture, urging city officials to prioritize water supply over alcohol.
The winter was colder than usual with deeply frozen soil. March behaved like a typical spring month with cloudiness and slow frost melt causing wet soil. Overall plowing and seeding were below average with most precipitation arriving late in the month. Farm stock was wintered and forage was abundant for cattle.
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