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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1924
Page
1
A reader note urges voters to recall Senator LaFollette’s Wisconsin war record when asked to back him. The Iowa Forum praises the Republican party as magnificent with a strong constituency and predicts it remains Grand Old Party even as metaphorical clouds roll in.
A cigarette started a fire at a Knoxville gasoline filling station but was extinguished without any loss of life. The incident recalls a fatal explosion two years ago at a local filling station and highlights the stubborn habit of smokers despite safety risks.
The piece argues Davis aligns with the League of Nations to prevent future wars and portrays voting for him as rebuke to an administration associated with Fall and Daugherty and other cabinet contendants.
A historical note critiques the phrase most unique used to describe a Ku Klux gathering, arguing that unique is absolute and cannot be compared or intensified, similar to words like round or square, and should not be modified by most or more.
The piece argues religious sentiment disrupts associations of men and fuels partisan religious feeling. It cites lodge and lodge-like unions, notes the Ku Klux Klan’s exclusionary stance, and warns that ecclesiastical partisanism could intrude into politics, especially with allegiance to a foreign potentate the pope.
The article notes President Coolidge has little to say and his Defense Day remarks show a lack of mobilization ideas. A letter to an inquirer clarifies the plan was a simple drill, contradicting the mobilization order named by some. The piece critiques silent leadership and hints at broader public frustration with high offices.
The writer discusses how busy men resist jury service, arguing the system is harmed when citizens avoid it. He cites inadequate compensation and widespread cynicism from courts and lawyers, noting Iowa may fare better than states with large cities, though differences exist.
The writer argues that legal procedures often waste jurors time due to technical errors that can overturn honest verdicts. They urge simplification of court rules to prevent wasted effort and ensure verdicts stand, noting fairness depends on not letting procedural faults nullify results.
The piece urges support for September 12 Defense Day, arguing it complies with law and the U.S. Constitution. It warns against partisan politics, notes the value of testing defense readiness, and suggests public schools teach patriotism and the duty to serve. The writer supports assembling militia forces and dedicating one day to arms instruction.
The piece argues the Democratic nomination Davis weakens national prospects, noting pro prohibition tensions and the party’s drift from reform. It cites La Follette and McAdoo as contrasts and warns that voters may favor Coolidge, while local ward bosses push for gains over principle.
Notice announces that the shoe store formerly run by D. G. Gosselink is now owned by Fred W. Van Rheenen who will continue the same high standard of service. All debts to Gosselink are due and payable at the store, with accounts to be settled by August 16, 1924 when the books close. Signed by Mrs. D. G. Gosselin.
Eugene Dennis of Des Moines has been visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. C W Dennis this week.
Notice reads there is an instrument on file with the Clerk of the District Court of Marion County Iowa purporting to be the last will and testament of Margaret De Boer deceased. It will come for hearing in the September term 1924 on September 30 at which time interested parties may be heard. Walter Kester Clerk. Knoxville Iowa July 25 1924.
Twenty years ago Knoxville residents along the road to Pella complained of late night vandalism by visitors to Pella saloons. A runaway injured two girls Eva Van Houweling and Marie Verhey. Mrs P Meyer died at the Vander Wilt home aged 80. A Montrose death followed a fatal umbrella strike near a saloon. L Sipkema sold land in South Pella for 2050 dollars. Methodist church women sought pledges for a new building. An enormous five passenger auto passed through Pella en route from Mt Pleasant to Des Moines. Isaac Silverman, formerly of Pella, died in Chicago with home listed as Harvey.
Quotations from Pella Iowa show hog prices per cwt ranging 7.50 to 9.00 with oats at around 40 cents per bushel. Wheat near 1.10 dollars per bushel. Eggs priced at 25 cents per dozen. cream 32 cents per pound. hens light and heavy 15 cents. ducks 12 cents. geese 8 cents. hides 4 cents.
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