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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1918
Page
6
F. W. Reynolds, candidate for county supervisor, was in town Friday as a reminder that this year’s campaign is underway. Reynolds is a well fitted man for the duties of the office and has many friends eager to see him elected.
The state fair has ended and the Pella District Fair is next with premium lists issued. Secretary A. W. De Bruyn is busy mailing ads as the fair board promotes a top program. The event runs September 24 to 26 with ample time for fall work and high attendance.
In a letter by Rube Brand the author argues that men not in the army miss life’s opportunities and will influence national affairs for decades. He condemns shirkers, saying only steadfast nerve will protect them from public contempt as patriotic sentiment grows.
In days after the Civil War, hard times spurred home made sweets like parched sweet corn. It provided starch and sugar to satisfy cravings for goodies, easily carried in a boy's pocket for school or farm use as a substitute for candy.
In Pella a new corn canning plant sells dry corn leftovers at fifteen cents per bushel basket, husked and cleaned, with easy drying required before storage. The appeal urges many residents to take advantage, securing delicious food at a very low cost amid wartime shortages.
A newspaper column argues that wartime powers allow a president to influence congressional elections. It contends such control should not occur in peacetime and urges sending highly capable, principled individuals to Congress to reduce presidential involvement in elections. It cites the Iowa delegation as an example.
Pella city officials questioned Anderson Coal Co prices for steam coal and mine run, urging lower screenings pricing to improve distribution. They warned high 2.70 per ton for screenings forces nearby buyers to switch to mine run, hindering war work coal needs and shipping efficiency. A $1.25 per ton government price is proposed to shift usage back to screened coal.
The article argues that screenings would be used in residences despite lump coal prevailing. It suggests implementing a reasonable price on screenings to encourage their use and reduce demand for larger coal sizes intended for shipment.
A wartime report denounces a pastor in another state who refused to display the American flag during worship. Though not pro-German, the preacher’s actions and later speeches show contempt for government and public institutions. Citizens in several counties addressed this poison through defense councils to protect flag respect and schooling.
A Pella resident testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills eased back pains and urinary troubles linked to weak kidneys. The testimonial notes irregular kidney action, relief after use, and recommends the product available at drug stores for 60 cents, with Foster Milburn Co. as makers.
A young singer named Hannah faced a flood in Montana as she floated away. Her accompanist, described as her ainter, played the piano beside her during the incident.
Des Moines reports possible appointment of Claude R. Porter as assistant attorney general will not derail his gubernatorial bid. Porter plans to stay on the ticket and serve Iowa if elected. Democratic leaders note the offer honors his work in Chicago that helped convict Haywood. J. J. Meyers of Carroll seeks Camp Dodge admission, potentially affecting his campaign. Ed G. Dunn of Mason City weighs service, exempt due to family. Porter will soon return to lead Vollmer sedition case in Davenport on Sept. 3. State chairman Reynolds calls the situation favorable for Porter and an Iowa victory aligned with Wilson.
Dr Henry Albert of the state health labs urges capturing dogs or other animals suspected of hydrophobia rather than killing them. He notes Pasteur rabies treatment is the only effective prevention, requiring three weeks of injections and is used only when there is strong evidence of bite or exposure.
An advertisement claims a glycerine mixture with bukthorn bark Adler-Ika can cleanse the bowel in one spoonful, allegedly preventing appendicitis and relieving sour stomach gas and constipation. It touts instant pleasant action and a "clean and strong" stomach, Vander Linden's Drug Store.
A humorous tale questions the major’s sinecure as an ambitious colored trooper plots to win a commission after overhearing officers discuss rank roles. The piece contrasts expectations of majors, captains, lieutenants, and their duties in a satirical voice. Miss Dena Jonker of Oskaloosa visited friends in Pella Friday.
William Whitelaw of Des Moines Iowa recalls a Kaw Ashland tale where a daughter at death’s door from dysentery was saved by Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy after neighbors urged its use. The father and the physician both benefited, and the remedy aided the family. F D Stubenrauch.
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