Keep lighted candles away from cotton on tree
A brief safety note advising that lit candles should be kept away from cotton decorations on the Christmas tree to prevent fire hazards. It emphasizes caution but provides no procedural steps.
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1921
Page
1
Chronicle Gift For Out Of Town Pella Friend
A former Pella resident requests the Chronicle as a Christmas gift for an out of town friend, hoping it brings welcome memories and keeps them connected to the old community. The note emphasizes warm thoughts and a thoughtful present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Irish in America urged to aid Free State stance
A clipped paragraph urges Irish Americans to back the Free State against England, hoping their support will persuade the government to act swiftly. It calls for unity and predicts strong sympathy from diaspora readers toward repairing relations and leaving the old country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free State
America
England
Mellon Opposed to Adjusted WWI Soldier Pay Law
In a congress report Secretary Mellon argues against adjusted compensation for World War I soldiers. The remark notes few care for his view, provided President Harding does not let Mellon sway him to block congressional passage of the law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mellon
Congress
Harding
Des Moines hotels curb liquor tippers before Christmas
Thrifty bell boys in Des Moines hotels allegedly dispensed liquor to guests and marked up prices. Hotel managers and Sheriff Robb are taking steps to stop the practice as workers face unemployment ahead of Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Robb
Garden City Feeder Plant Closed Temporarily
The Garden City Feeder Company plant was closed Saturday due to slack business. The facility had operated with about forty five workers, roughly one third of its normal force, and branch houses nationwide are stocked with feeders for the foreseeable future. Resumption depends on demand for already produced goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garden City
Hag.ts
Knoxville Bird Spotlighted In Offhand Remark
A bystander quips about a Knoxville political figure, remarking that he never made a fool of himself, echoing a story of two boys correcting faulty English. The anecdote ends with the refrain nature done it, suggesting public missteps are overshadowed by the natural outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Knoxville
Board of Supervisors
Jby
Dr Lorenz Visitation Draws Strong Reactions in Cities
The famous Viennese physician Dr Adolf Lorenz faced sharp opposition from some American doctors in large cities despite his reputation for relieving crippled children. He is praised as a master of his profession who worked tirelessly to ease suffering and was renowned for mercy rather than deception during his twenty year visit to America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leyman
Adolf Lorenz
Vienna
Lorenz
America
The Union Triumph Amid War and Loss
A profession facing upheaval condemns a plan as unworkable, leading to a strike and a small war with fatalities and many maimed. Striking workers lose nearly all wages, some die or lie in hospitals, families brace for a bleak Christmas, while union officers retain pay and enjoy a fat Christmas, underscoring unionism riding over the dead and wounded.
Harding Letter Criticizes Wilson On World War Role
The president argues America was tardy in answering the call to serve but that the eventual contribution can be told with pride. He suggests Wilson was unfairly blamed by critics and notes Congress can declare war at any time. The author defends Wilson's leadership and stresses Harding’s own complicity in earlier debates.
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Harding
American Legion Weekly
America
Wilson
Congress
United States Senate
Woodrow Wilson
Pella Letters Reflect Local Debt Concerns Amid Bond Talks
At a county board meeting in Pella last week several residents heard a Knoxville banker oppose a Chamber of Commerce road project arguing for belt tightening. He questioned city expenses while a Rock Island conductor at Pella station phoned the city clerk about available bonds. The man has purchased many Pella bonds and sought more, signaling ongoing bond interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Knoxville
Chamber of Commerce
Rock
Local water scare and idle academy bravado
The town reports a brief water supply outage on Saturday evening traced to unknown causes. A local exchange column boasts the Academy of Science will answer any question for free, inviting non subscribers and promising swift results. Several academy members have been busy on a world changing investigation to be revealed later.
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Biglesma
Academy of Science
Academy
Academy Force
Water Tank Erection Delayed at Pella Project Progress
The new water tank at Pella has been under construction for days with a month to 80 delay due to material shortages. Engineers from the state agricultural college approved specifications and say the tank will improve fire protection and water supply, though completion will take several weeks in cold weather while the old tank remains usable.
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Pella
State Agricultural College
Dolls for all from small to large beauties
Dolls for all lovers of dolls, from bisque and celluloid tiny items to grand display pieces. Natural hair options range from 10 cents to 11 dollars, offering a wide selection for collectors and children alike.
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