17 Dec 1903
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1903
Page
1
The article reviews the failed extra session of Congress ending without acts or a single resolution. It highlights Hanna's stance, Heath and Littauer connections, Hearst joining labor committee, and the President's warning on policy folly. It also covers panama revolution, Confederate group gratitude, and recess appointments amid a full Congress session.
The text discusses how presidents consult cabinets before delivering messages, noting Roosevelt's influence as a popular author and the cabinet’s role in reporting views. It then condemns Congo outrages under Belgian rule, describing Belgium’s king as partly insane and a rubber company profiting from Congo slavery.
Legal notice states a will is on file in Marion County Iowa District Court and will be heard February 2 1904. Interest persons may appear. D W Langerak clerk Knoxville Iowa December 7 1903.
A description extols lime and soda as a standard scientific food that builds flesh bone and brain, claimed to nourish delicate children through a balanced dietary formula.
An amusing note from Woodbine Iowa says the Woodbine Normal School offered 500 dollars to the longest ear of corn. The winning ear measured 13 and a half inches, a length deemed unusual for so called nubbin ears, prompting ribbing about farming feats in Marion County.
Knoxville Express reports the clerk granted marriage licenses to several individuals including John E. McCullough Sylvia Johnson Ancil D. Smith Ora M Hill Jacob van Kampen and Elizabeth de Jong. The note mentions gifts and new goods at Thomassen's Store in Leighton Iowa.
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