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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1928
Page
14
A quirky note suggests that more than one person makes a sound through wearing or using hats, not limited to a single jazz trombone player. The oddity hints at a broader, playful tradition or mischief associated with hats in musical or social settings.
A清collection of wry lines contrasts toreador and politician aims with a Naval critique on leadership. Rockefeller asserts that law must be obeyed, while references to flood control and King Canute imply practical limits and political restraint in governance.
The Russian novelist Feodor Sologub chose a simple, memorable alias Kazmich Teternikov as his pen name to ensure easy recall and distinctive literary identity.
A collection of opinions touching algebra, music practice, morale, and national policy. Agnes Rogers praises algebra while a neurologist hints at piano risks. Hindenburg boasts nerve, Dawes, Blease and Reed are cited in a Mexican plot footnote. U S immigration policy is debated as a privilege and aliens’ annual registration is urged.
The United States Senate decided that Frank L. Smith elected to the Illinois seat was not entitled to a seat. A committee report found improper use of money to secure Smiths nomination in the Illinois primary, leading to disqualification.
An investigative panel found Samuel Insull donated large campaign sums to several candidates including Smith and Brennan. It concluded gifts aimed to influence public utility regulatory decisions amid possible Ingall interests, leading the Senate to adopt the committee report and vacate the seat by 61 to 23.
Dan Steck of Iowa joined two Democrats in voting to seat Frank J. Smith of Illinois last week, a vote mirrored by a prior year’s action when Smith was appointed to fill an expired term. The decision drew criticism over Smith’s campaign funding from Samuel Insull, a corporate head whose interests Smith as Illinois Utilities chair influenced, and faced opposition from many Democrats and split Republicans. Steck’s stance aligned with those who argued credentials were proper and the senate should seat first, then examine fitness.
The author argues for quick execution or life-penalty in Michigan and California style cases, contending swift punishment better prevents copycat crimes and deters youths. It cites Iowa delays, noting a year or more or never carrying out sentences, and warns delays lessen deterrent effect.
Governor Harding’s pardoning a Ida County rapist drew criticism as unfair to victims and to the law. The author argues punishment must be certain swift and unrelenting to deter crime, protect the public, and allow reform only as a secondary aim. A commuted life term for a partner could undermine justice and public safety.
The text argues the Senate blocked Frank L. Smith of Illinois and contends Republican power has overridden constitutional processes. It cites redistricting failures, reapportionment delays, and party politics as evidence, noting the difficulty of ousting a seated member once proven to have paid for his seat.
The piece argues the Republican party manipulates constitutional rules to hold onto Smith in the Senate. It claims the party’s stance on seating Smith followed by a trial is designed to deter removal and pressures the body, accusing Republicans of treating the Constitution as disposable for party gain.
The piece argues that U S prosperity touted by Republicans is shaky with weak spots in farming. It accuses the administration of refusing farm groups and demands to equalize tariff differences to agriculture versus other sectors, noting willingness to raise duties on farm products.
The piece praises a theatre manager for seeking the best pictures for the community and notes audience standards influence what is shown. It parodies a lawyer anecdote and recounts a row of social notes from a local event, weather, and everyday happenings reflecting small-town life and idle chatter.
A letter argues agricultural distress stems from converting farming into a commercial venture. Large buyers and corporate lots push small farmers to cities, while families on modest plots could live well with less machinery. Prosperity returns if farming remains a family livelihood and speculation is curbed.
Marion Thomas, son of D C Thomas, moved from Pella to Valley Junction with his family. While his mother shopped in Des Moines, he waited then wandered in search of her, thinking Capital referred to the statehouse. He walked over a mile to locate her before they reunited.
Twenty years ago the remodeled Baptist church was dedicated with costs totaling about six thousand dollars for remodeling and three thousand for a new pipe organ. A four percent tax on the Waterloo Pella and Southwestern railroad was voted by Grinnell city but defeated in Grinnell township. The page also recalls local figures and anecdotes, including Marion’s theatre outing and Bible ownership across families, with commentary on regional population projections and politics.
A reader questions the daily paper's banner Religion Week and argues that constant religion is needed. The discussion cites broad steps by health officers to curb beverage alcohol and critiques Dr Butler’s claims about bootleggers and saloon-era drink volumes.
Manchester Democrat cites tax returns showing more multi millionaires in the nation and questions why they should not grow richer. The piece suggests future disclosure may name steel and iron manufacturers linked to tariff boosts by President Coolidge, coinciding with his veto of the McNary Haugen bill.
The Chariton Leader debates the politics of presidential candidates with focus on Al Smith. It notes objections to his New York City residence, cites past leaders like Tilden Seymour and Roosevelt, and contrasts eastern provincialism with western skepticism. The piece questions identity and regional bias in national leadership discourse.
Dr Nicholas Murray Butler of Columbia College questions Volstead act success while Haven Emerson of Columbia University notes a study claiming crime drops under prohibition. The American Journal of Public Health cites a 33 percent decline in crimes against chastity, fewer arrests of disorderly houses, a 50 percent drop in juvenile delinquency, and fewer hospital admissions for alcoholism among others.
Five daily round trips operate via Prairie City Monroe Pella Oskaloosa and Ottumwa with connections at Monroe to Knoxville. Des Moines bound trips depart Pella and Oskaloosa at multiple times. the Des Moines to Pella leg takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and the Oskaloosa to Pella leg about 40 minutes.
Auction style notice lists pulleys and shafting offered for sale at the Chronicle office. Items described briefly with sale terms and contact information possibly provided.
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