Railroads urged to raise rates amid aging assets and rising costs
The piece argues a five percent ICC increase strengthens the case for higher rail charges, especially on eastern lines with denser tonnage. It explains new public oversight over railroad finances reduces private control, emphasizes accountability, and notes railroads paid $3.119 billion in 1913 with labor, maintenance, and taxes consuming most income. It warns that without rate relief, many lines risk failure, while prosperity in railroads drives broader economy and farm demand.
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Intertated Commerce Commission
We Ek
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Interstate Commerce, Commission
Public Utility Commissions
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Congress
Public Service Commissions
Washington
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Ther
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Bath
Nes
James J. Hill
North
Futture
New Serial Debuts As Favorite Theatres Reopen
The Trey O Hearts serials and Million Dollar Mystery were hailed as the best. Theatres nationwide booked one or both, drawing top patronage wherever shown. Now introduces a newer and greater serial to captivate audiences.
Unknown film firm charisma exceeds every rival
The passage extols the largest film manufacturing concern, a powerful organization with no close competitor. It recalls prior successes with "Lucile Love" and "Trey O' Hearts" and suggests future satisfaction will rise even higher.
Want Column Promises Bargain Rates for Ads and Help
Advertisers urged to use a new want column offering five cents per line per insertion to reach non trading citizens. The column covers housing, sales, job seeking, lost items, purchases, and farm products, with ads clearly marked for placement.
News of the State Legislature Ad Teaser
The Chronicle promotes the Register and Leader for complete legislature reports delivered the same morning. It highlights Ding cartoon books and subscription offers including a one year rate with Sunday. Article directs readers to subscribe via editor or direct to Des Moines Iowa.
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Register and Leader
Dingo
Daily Register and Leader
The
Chronicle
Des Moines
Towa
Notice of Dissolution by Lake Prairie District Agricultural Society
A special meeting in Pella Iowa during October 1914 voted to dissolve the Lake Prairie District Agricultural Society. Assets will be distributed to stockholders after all debts are paid. A W DeBruyn president and Chas Porter secretary verify the action.
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Lake Prairie District Agricultural Society
Pella
Iowa
Seven BarkS advertised relief for indigestion and more
One way to save money is to keep a bottle of Seven BarkS for stomach upset indigestion or dyspepsia and for liver kidney and rheumatic troubles. It claims quick relief without a doctor and a 43 year record. Price 50 cents. Your druggist or LYMAN BROWN 68 Murray St New York City.
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Lyman Brown
Murray St
New York City
Iowa can grow cotton in Lake Prairie Township
An Iowa survey claims deep black soil can support cotton production with commercially available nutrients. Farmer Casa Den Synpost demonstrates the business with samples of snowy fiber, asserting Iowa cotton could rival inland varieties, though noting a significant drawback remains.
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Iowa
Lake Prairie
Casa. den Synpost
Iowa Tariff Plan To Boost Cotton Industry
A local editorial argues for a protective tariff to aid Iowa cotton production, citing cost estimates of 1.02 to 1.07 dollars per pound and a proposed duty near one dollar to raise living wages. The piece urges legislative action and partnership with protectionists while pledging support for Iowa grown cotton and related factories. It also mentions welding services at Star Auto Co. and an appeal to repair broken parts.
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Iowa
den Synpost
Star Auto CO
Bank Statement Authentication in Marion County
H P Scholte cashier swears the bank statement is true to the best of knowledge before J H Stubenrauch notary public on January 9 1915. The document lists Beard Gee G Gaass E 8 Cook Directors and references the county Iowa Marion in the oath.
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Tota
State of
Iowa
Marion
H. P. Scholte
Beard Gee
G. Gaass
Cook
J. H. Stubenrauch
Subscriptions urged to keep in touch with Pelly Chronicle
A reader from Chicago, C. W. Brinkhoff, renews his subscription saying he cannot get along without hometown news. Local readers abroad echo this, urging sending the Chronicle to distant relatives or friends who formerly lived here for a year.
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C. W. Brinkhoff
Chicago
Pelly
Chronicle
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