Editorials Warn of Dangers in Marriage Demands
The piece argues suitors must back woman suffrage to win marriage, noting a bride fled at the altar over city choice. It questions whether indulgence and noise mask love of spectacle, and laments fading resolves for a “Sane Fourth.” It then reviews bridge safety after the St. Lawrence disaster and the shift toward expert guidance as Quebec’s cantilever design nears its limits amid ongoing construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Lawrence
Quebec
Quebec Bridge
Discontent in India and London Murder Case Referenced
The article notes long standing Indian discontent with British rule and recent reforms easing tensions. It cites the double murder in London of Indian officials as a rude shock, stressing assassinations are rare in England and that the brother of the murderer and respected Hindus condemn the act.
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India
London
England
Fourth of July Casualty Toll in Civil War Battles
The Fourth of July brought a larger casualty list than many of the Civil War’s fiercest engagements. The piece notes the high death and wound counts and questions why such heavy losses occurred on a holiday widely observed with celebration.
Millionaire Perjury Sentence Stirs Public Debate
A wealthy man received a year in prison for perjury, shocking observers who note the rarity of punishing the rich. The piece argues such cases push toward equal treatment of criminals, recalling a Lamb quip about railroad safety and accountability for directors.
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Charles Lamb
Neland
When People Buy An Article Of Food In Daily Life
A brief note outlines common purchases such as coffee and butter. It highlights how consumers select food items, relate to price, quality, and readiness, and how these choices reflect daily shopping routines in a general sense.
Pure food law defended against repeal by strong interests
The piece argues against overturning the pure food law to protect public health and honest trade. It recalls mail order adulteration, warns against old dishonest practices, and notes suffragists facing arrest while urging that women’s rights advance through lawful, peaceful means.
Manufacturers of Vice condemn amusements feeding crime
Communities spend large sums to capture and punish criminals while allowing vice to flourish. Indecent displays in amusement parks attract thousands of children, arousing lower passions. Licenses bring little revenue compared to police costs. morally and socially, the policy should be condemned.
Lunar Influence Denied On Potatoes Growth
Agriculture department experiments over several seasons show potatoes planted in the new moon yield as abundantly as those planted in the dark of the moon. Experts dismiss any lunar effect on vegetation and note the idea stems from bygone superstitions about witches and ghosts.
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Agriculture Department
Agricultural Department
Notice of Election in Pella Iowa July 27 1909
Notice to legal electors of Pella Marion County Iowa that a special election will be held July 27 1909 from 8 am to 7 pm at polling places. Proposals include water works system and electric light and power plant. Names of ward polling places judges clerks and police listed. Mayor N J Grisman signs June 30 1909.
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Pella
Marion County
Iowa
Imngine Room
City Hall
A.C. Kuyper
A. E Dennis
D. R Rhynsburger
C. Rhynsburger
N van Maren
N DeWit
John van Klootwyk
K. J. Blommers
C. H. Warmhoudt
A . van Nimwegen
A. den Hoed
John le Cocq, Jr
DS Haber
S. F Cole
W. J Clark
KK. van Dusgeldaerp
Chas, Porter
Simeon DeHaan
M. P. van Gorkum
H. Rozenberg
N. J Grsnan
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Ayer
Ayer Co
Lowell
Mass
The
Pella Chronicle
SADLER BROS. @ CO
C. L. Garrett
H. H. Sadler
Ephor Business Manager
Pella, Marion County
East
Breen
E. Hollebrands, Photographer
House of Commons
John K. Dieleman
Colorado
Dr. Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
World's Dispensary Medical Association
Buffalo, N. Y
Fellows & Fellows
DRS. Fellows & Fellows CO
Walnut ST. Des Micines
Brimmer
the Tombstone Man
Pella, Iowa
John van Nieuwenhuyzen
West Side Square
J. M. Cox
Ruptu
Guararkteed
Trentmen
W. BH. Burdine
Barns City
F.W. McGanon, M
Des Moines
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