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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1901
Page
6
The letter by MAX LINDAU argues for strict international anti leprosy measures including full isolation in colonies to prevent spread. It criticizes Hansen and Berlin leaders for opposing such steps and stresses germ theory, marking leprosy as a global scientific concern requiring US alignment with contemporary prevention efforts.
A mutoscope device is described as portable and capable of displaying locomotive or derrick demonstrations in action. The article notes Helen Gould’s choice not to allow her picture for public display despite her charitable acts, citing modesty and safety from overexposure to cranks.
France’s official population is 28,641,123, up 432,364 in five years. The gain is mainly in cities as 28 departments show increases and 59 losses. Emigration is small, so stagnation isn’t due to people leaving. The article notes decline in growth and calls for understanding the causes.
The article notes Colonel George W. Breckenridge donating $20,000 for a school for colored children in San Antonio. It frames Breckenridge as a bold figure, contrasting his philanthropy with Tillman era denunciations, praising education for Black youth and urging progress over prejudice. The piece posits Breckenridge as representative of civilized Southern sentiment.
A new giant geyser in Rotomahana New Zealand attracts observers. Boiling water half an acre in extent erupts in a dome while a column of water and stones rises to 800 feet and vast columns of steam ascend into sight.
Last year’s coal settlement raised production costs by ten cents a ton and operators lifted wholesale prices by ten cents per month for five consecutive months, impacting consumers and industry alike.
The first ascent of Mount Blanc was achieved by Balmat and Paccard in 1786 after a prize offered twenty years earlier. Today about fifty climbing parties reach the summit each year.
About half of Britain’s car exports in the past six months went to France Germany Spain and Italy. The Seine reportedly carries the record for traffic in France with a noted vessel count.
A farmer notes the spring pig market favors early finish and gains. Deep wells, windmills, and ample water ease stock management amid drought. Officials discuss insurance, medical liability firms, and a shift toward lawmaker allies while public notices warn saloonkeepers and public questions loom over cattle and feed costs.
A fragmented farming column advises practical livestock care and fencing, promoting pasture feeding, timely hay curing, and weather observations. It highlights fair attendance, state agriculture, and the value of curious study of stock, breeding, and forest preservation. It also discusses bartering labor and cash, and cautions about saloon keepers and preachers.
In a dispute over saloon bond notices County Attorney Kill confronted County Auditor Innes on Friday. Killpack learned that eight of the city’s 45 saloon keepers had connected with his notice and filed their bonds. It was claimed the attorney could proceed against the eight for breach if bond requirements were not met.
A rustic dialogue depicts Uncle Bill and an editor recalling a trip to the old homestead. Amid tales of Midway scenes, wood piles, and a woodpile song, the pair discuss changes in towns and people, joking about Indians, hotel life, and a playful misadventure with a traveler's table joke. The piece blends humor with regional character and lingering nostalgia.
Waterloo prepares to host the Woman's Suffrage Convention on November 12 13 and 14. Mrs E H Beldon of Sioux City president of the organization visited and expressed satisfaction with the outlook for the event.
Fire destroyed a block of business houses in Elma on August 23 causing an estimated loss of 75000 dollars. The blaze started in a restaurant and with no fire protection the town faced the flames with no casualties reported.
Rural libraries in Pocahontas County have raised 1335.44 dollars with Washington township contributing the most. Jefferson Greene County will establish rural free delivery on October 1 with two carriers and a 49 mile network serving 1175 residents. Corn stalks will be cut for fodder near Roland boosting feed and dairy prospects. Osceola National Bank organizers approved include P. L. Fowler Henry Stivers W. F. Tabier J. W. Boden and F. L. Guches with 25000 capital. Hull post office burglarized 474 dollars in stamps and 150 dollars in cash stolen after explosions. Wagner Bros. of Burlington assigned assets of 27072.38 and creditors mainly Burlington firms. Algona financier A. D. Clarke bought 440000 acres of North Dakota land across from Bismarck. Rockwell Business Men's Association set Sept 4 5 and 6 street fair and carnival to mark city founding and county seat anniversary. State Auditor Merriam asks county attorneys to help Stop Physicians' Guarantee soliciting in state. Japanese scholar Kiyoshi Kawahama arrives at Iowa City and is named Fellow in Political Science in B F Onambaugh department.
An aged well dressed man with white side whiskers and notable prosperity entered a Fifth Avenue retail store and, in a confidential manner, spoke with a junior clerk in a manner suggesting secrecy about a book publisher matter.
Charley Hayt trained a promising two minute pacer named for a local dentist. The horse won a heat in 2 06 and looked on track to strong season until a bad ankle injury in heat three halted racing. Hayt then vanished after boarding a Buffalo bound boat, fate unknown. Local bettors cite an evil star as reason for misfortune.
Rome records Signorina Teresa Lapriola as the first woman lawyer after passing her exam with honors. She becomes a full fledged lawyer but declines to join the advocates to avoid championing the "new woman" and instead focuses on the philosophy of law.
The People's church of London selects Rev. John T. Christian of Chicago's La Salle Avenue Baptist Church to preach to its members for two months. Managers adopt a permanent policy of inviting noted ministers from foreign countries to preach temporarily each year.
The court martial tried Maj Charles A Doyen fleet marine officer of the North Atlantic squadron on charges of intoxication and absence without leave. He was found guilty and sentenced to a loss of two numbers and reprimanded by the Navy Department.
A London report notes American travel to Europe was higher in volume this year than at the Paris Exposition of 1900, highlighting surging transatlantic interest. It underscores the growing appetite for continental tours and associated tourism growth.
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