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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1904
Page
1
A nine year employee recounts a harmonious shop where wage cuts and raises were agreed upon by all, with no strikes. He urges arbitration between unions and employers as the path forward for 1904, then shifts to concerns about divorce and the need for cautious marriage decisions by ministers. He explains his approach to evaluating divorce cases before performing marriages.
Japanese Minister to the United States Kogoro Taanjira argues Japan seeks to lift the East by adopting Western civilization and shared liberty. He likens Japan to the Yankees of the East, stressing energy perseverance ingenuity and love of liberty as keys to national happiness and security through peaceful example.
Murphy, Tammany leader, predicts a Democratic year and Cleveland’s possible nomination. He also mentions others eyeing political gains and cites Cuba’s president vetoing a Havana lottery linked to alleged gambling habits. The fragment hints at broader political intrigue without a clear, finished report.
March 4 1905 brings reports that scandal stains the escutcheon of current politics. Several ex candidates for the presidency have appeared in the Senate amid bribery accusations affecting the chamber.
The rural mail carriers of Iowa will ask the next general assembly to amend the road law. They propose all road and bridge work under county board of supervisors direct charge with a seven mill direct tax for road and bridge work and allow counties to vote an additional tax not to exceed ten mills. A salary provision is requested for the overseers.
The question of whether Senator Reed Smoot of Utah will keep his seat is argued before a Washington Senate committee. Prosecutors claim Smoot knew of and connived at polygamy by six apostles, while Smoot says he believed he had Bible authority to know and connive.
Mr Gorman asks whether the destruction of the Venezuela fleet by Germany and England vindicates the Monroe Doctrine or signals a trend seen in seizing Panama. He questions if President Roosevelt would have allowed Spain Turkey or any weak nation to seize Venezuela's fleet.
General Wood’s forces killed over 300 Moros in a skirmish while no American soldiers were killed. The deaths included many women and children found among the dead, who allegedly fought with knives and sticks against machine guns.
Cor nell University President Scuurman, former McKinley Commissioner to the Philippines, warned last week that the administration’s action on Panama destroys the Monroe Doctrine and signals a violent expansion plan aimed at annexing all South American republics to the United States. Whitelaw Reid finds that optimistic.
After two slow months Congress pledges a busy week with committees reporting and both houses facing ample calendar work. Executive business takes priority while debates loom on maritime affairs and inflation of public scandals. The Hepburn bill expanding ICC custody over food transit moves urgent.
The Des Moines city primaries on Monday nominated Geo Mattern for mayor over John McVicar, with 76 delegates for Mattern and 60 for McVicar. The result, seen as affecting the congressional race, split support among McVicar and Hull camps. Observers predict Captain Hull will win Polk county by a larger margin than two years ago.
Joan Saarp Williams, new Democratic leader in the House, earns party praise for uniting Democrats over Cuban reciprocity. Facing divisions, he aligned the party against excluding amendments while supporting the treaty as a move toward freer trade, marking a first major success.
Democrats from districts opposed to the bill faced a choice to vote against it without being accused of disloyalty. Eight Democrats opposed the measure while the remaining party members stood united with Republicans in support.
The article argues Russia proclaims peace in the Far East while gradually seizing Manchuria and Korea. It likens Moscow to a burglar moving a fence, noting the Czar’s wishes clash with government actions and Japan’s wary stance. It warns US sympathy could deter or provoke conflict depending on viewing Russia’s aims.
An old ad copy describes chronic cases as thinning crowds of weak people needing Scott Emulsion to build new flesh and blood. It claims the product strengthens nerves, boosts appetite, and sustains health during sickness with free-dose offers, referencing Scott & Bowne and a mislabeled wrapper note.
The passage hints at tensions involving Finland, Russia, and Japan. It portrays concern over potential trouble and peace, with accusations of past financial entanglements linked to life insurance funds and a wary view of shifting alliances between Russia and Japan amid fears of conflict.
Two sixteen year old girls named Dale and Peterson fled Des Moines on Saturday, traveled to Colfax, then to Newton the same night. Marshals Kendig and Dixon located them at the European Hotel. Mr. Peterson, father of one girl, retrieved them and escorted them back to Des Moines Monday morning. They had only 68 cents between them.
Mardi Gras events in New Orleans Mobile and Pensacola run February 10 to 16 1904. Special train offer one fare plus two dollars round trip via Chicago Great Western. Tickets on sale February 6 to 14 valid until February 20 with fifty cent extension through March. Inquiries to Great Western agents or J P Elmer G P A Chicago Ill.
Wanted several persons of character and good reputation in each state to represent and advertise a wealthy business house. Salary 21.00 weekly plus expenses, paid in cash every Wednesday. Horse and carriage furnished when needed. References. Enclose self addressed envelope to Colonial 332 Dearborn St Chicago. Also promotional note for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea with money back guarantee and pricing.
A terse note suggests adopting a bold stance while facing hardship and hints at seeking Rocky Mountain Tea from Allen and Stubenrauch as a remedy or remedy-like option, framing it as a path to eventual success despite poverty.
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