Open saloon not with us to worsen times
In these times of riot and disorder it is some satisfaction that the open saloon is not with us to make it worse. The war congress and the war prices looked pretty bad at the time, but, in view of what have followed them, they would get a grand little welcome if we could call them back.
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Congress
Knoxville
Journal
Pella
Chronicle
Japan
Jennie Kuyper
Yokohama
the Chronicle
Young
Rody
Old Case
Sadler
Case
City and property owners urged to curb sidewalk weeds
Citizens complain that weeds along sidewalks and alleys have grown tall becoming a nuisance. They urge enforcement of laws requiring weed control to maintain street safety and appearance.
High land prices spark county sale near Pella
Bloomfield Democrat reports a Bloomfield area farm sold at 3250 per acre, claiming it is the county’s highest price. The piece notes land near the divide within 15 miles of Pella has averaged over 250 per acre in recent years, with 250 land becoming scarce.
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Bloomfield Democrat
Pella
Patriotism urged by American Legion to meet national need
A call for real patriotism in the United States urging the American Legion to meet the nation's need. The speaker hopes veterans who answered the call to arms will stand firm to prevent home front disloyal plans from gaining ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
American Legion
Senators and lawlessness risk to the nation
The author questions intemperate language by U S senators and warns such behavior fuels disorder. He urges electing men who focus on national dignity rather than personal pride to prevent revolutionary agitation.
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U. S
Public bonds and railroad workers proposal debate
The piece argues against public bond issues to buy railroads and share ownership with workers. It contends land value from railroads belongs to the public, produced by citizens, and urges allowing current owners to profit from their personal property without government interference.
Carnegie Legacy Ignites Pella Public Library Gift
The death of Andrew Carnegie recalls how his wealth benefited Pella residents including a notable gift to the public library. The article notes the library’s development and gratitude expressed by the community for Carnegie’s philanthropy.
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Andrew Carnegie
Pella
Central College Gift and Local Endowment Gifts
The passage notes a $10,000 sum used for building construction and mentions Central College receiving $20,000 in 1908 from Mr Carnegie for an endowment campaign. It also cites a $1,000 contribution to the Pella Baptist church toward an organ and suggests other city churches received similar gifts.
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Central College
Carnegie
Pella Baptist Church
Longer Hours of Labor Needed to Rebuild World
The speaker urges extending work hours to meet societal needs after years of waste and destruction. Emphasizing practical sustenance, they insist on sufficient food staples like hog and hominy, spuds, and sauerkraut alongside economic recovery.
Michigan Republicans backed Ford for president in 1916
Bishop Henderson of Michigan criticized President Wilson for supporting Henry Ford for senator from Michigan at the Pella Chautauqua address. The bishop, a Republican, called Wilson’s backing ungrateful given Michigan Republicans nominated Ford in 1916 and delegates supported him at the national convention.
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Bishop Henderson
Michigan
Pella Chautauqua
Wilson
Henry Ford
The single tax and professional men share the burden
The author argues that professionals like lawyers doctors and dentists should pay tax on land value just as others do since their offices sit on valuable land. If profiteering occurs it should be punished like meat packers or grocers. Taxation should fund community uses and not act as fines, with law violators punished under criminal code.
War veterans highlight Chautauqua speakers and YMCA support
The Chautauqua program features many speakers recently returned from wartime work. Bishop Henderson and Mr. Rodeheaver spoke about their France experiences as YMCA workers and entertainers and endorsed the YMCA. The piece praises men sacrificing home time to aid wartime efforts and notes Rodeheaver’s role as a singer and entertainer in France.
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Bishop Henderson
Rodeheaver
France
Governor Harding Pushes Lake Conservation and Tree Planting in Iowa
The article endorses Governor Harding's stance on preserving Iowa lakes and planting trees to combat drought. It argues drained lakes would harm the state’s water supply and land value, urges artificial reservoirs in southern Iowa, and notes trees provide moisture conservation and future wood.
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Harding
Iowa Lakes
Iowa
Gulf of Mexico
Radical demands threaten single tax policy at camp
A letter from an army camp to the Chronicle notes radicals may push for a live policy on the single tax. The message implies mounting pressure on lawmakers as reform proposals gain traction.
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Chronicle
The Single Tax Proposal and Land Value Reform
The passage argues that revolutionary labor movements exploit labor capital hostility, but true value comes from land as a community-created asset. It claims land earns rent for society, recommends the Single Tax taxing land rents to fund public needs, and warns that monopolies rely on land advantages and can be taxed to reduce their power.
The paradox of national arms and peace in history
The text argues that the idea of national arms as insurance against war leads to increased risk. Preparedness to assert rights escalates disputes, makes peace elusive, and often prompts offensive use of force. It notes armament as both defense and offense, and that idle arms spur diplomatic irritability.
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Germany
Krehbiel
Meaning of not transferable on ticket line
Mr Johnsing asks Mr Dorman about the line not transferable on the ticket. Dorman explains it means no gentleman is admitted unless he comes with a bisselt.
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Mr. Johnsing
Mr. Dorman
Johnsing
Chautauqua debates in Pella raise town pride and critics
Local column rails at opponents of Central College and the Chautauqua event, recalls past town debates between ultra pious and saloon factions, mocks rival papers, and notes residents attending shows and a concert by the 168th Infantry Band. It highlights community humor about medicine shows, moving pictures, and Billy Sunday performances.
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168Th Infantry Band
Tobacco bogey and liquor fights linger in press view
A Marshalltown Times-Republican piece rails at the anti liquor lobby while noting the tobacco crusade as a non threat. It argues the public favors prohibition through a broad view of American will and mocks industry opponents. It also critiques muffler law timing and wartime costs as public discourse.
Boston comic proverbs and home life anecdotes
A mixed reel of light vignettes and jokes from a parish visit to Boston. A minister, a sewing machine, a curious aunt, a couple of children plotting careers, a sick list, and domestic misunderstandings close with a humorous exchange about a baby in bed and a startled husband.
Smoking Problem Found Among Clarinda School Boys
E. L. Weaver custodian of schools reports that fifty percent of junior and senior high boys in Clarinda smoke. He sent letters to parents asking help to stamp out the habit and protect the boys' growth.
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Clarinda
E. L. Weaver
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