Pella Chronicle Looks at Fourths, Ford, and Local Issues
The column reflects on the Fourth of July festivities, local business advertising, and municipal cooperation with the American Legion. It notes Henry Ford’s public apology to Jews and critiques Ford’s ventures, urging prudent journalism and ethical standards alongside coverage of Marion County farming trips, Iowa State College Ames, and river safety through swimming lessons.
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American Legion
Legion
Pella
New York
Paris
London
Pelle
Marion County
Ames
State Agricultural College
Farm Bureau
Iowa
Ford
Henry Ford
Mr. Ford
The
Chronicle
Editors and editors and editors with road weary glee
A collection of light snips and puns from various papers highlighting editor woes and quips about editors and editors who edit. It piles up miscellaneous jokes about editors from different towns and a stray note about a boat needing new rigging.
Repentance and Conversion of Ford and Klan Reflection
A historical critique argues Ford’s conversion suggests a timely chance for the Ku Klux Klan to follow suit while noting the Klan’s dwindling support and its leaders’ accountability to none. It questions the anti Jewish campaign and defends core American traditions including worship and public schools.
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Henry Ford
Ku Kluk Klan
Klan
Marion County Fair adopts free admission under new plan
The Marion County Fair receives a large gift from a Knoxville resident that clears old debts and funds this year’s fair. Admission to the grounds will be free to inspect exhibits and mingle with visitors, with special attractions still requiring payment. The racing program will shift to showcase county horses, changing the overall layout of the fair.
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Marion County
Knoxville
Oily Roads and Oily Tongue in Monroe Streets
The Monroe Mirror notes the oiling of Monroe streets has improved conditions and dust reduced, while critics complain of oil residue and a messy appearance. The piece mocks a columnist who never paid licenses, praises the oil program, and comments on regional politics and a higher highway speed limit now 40 mph.
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Monroe
Pella Chronicle
Iowa
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Alaska
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Toledo Chronicle
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Pike
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Violet Wise
Mr. Green
Sanford Herald
Miami Tribune
Youngstown Telegram
Fort S. Pioneer
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Lic Square
Isaiah Trimmer
Running Creek
Fond
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Monarch Pork & Be
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All Bran
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Reliable Department Store
Oskaloosa
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