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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1920
Page
6
The Chicago Tribune agrees with others in doubting Roosevelt as a viable Democratic vice presidential pick. The piece argues the name does not suit party plans and notes potential political implications for the ticket.
A clipped wartime style note hints at revived efforts in Knoxville to address prohibition sentiment and national mood. The fragment suggests political caution as temperance rhetoric resurges and lawmakers weigh potential policy shifts locally.
The senate committee questions primary expenses while Roosevelt is viewed as a capable nominee. He has served as assistant secretary of the navy for over seven years and performed well in wartime. Biographical sketches describe him as cultured and honorable with no ties to Cox’s bid.
The author reflects on reformers like Garrison Willard and Henry George who labored for justice yet did not see their goals realized in their lifetimes. They argue that justice becomes broadly recognized and eventually translated into practical law despite delays and debates over expediency.
The writer argues Governor Cox should heed Richmond P. Hobson and issue a strong declaration against any weakening of prohibition enforcement. A general pro law stance is seen as insufficient while the law faces attack. The call emphasizes unwavering opposition to liquor interests and the suppression of the equor triflc in all its phases.
A traveler reports about a hundred loaded coal cars idling on a Des Moines siding. One car has heated coal catching fire from prolonged storage near the old coal pile by the railroad. The observer argues railroads hide shortages by delaying unloading and sending cars back to mines, criticizing the attorney general’s focus on politics near the Capitol.
The piece argues typhoid remains difficult once contracted but preventable by inoculation. It notes four million soldiers nearly avoided typhoid, proving vaccines work in civilian life as in the military. It compares smallpox vaccination reducing fear and quarantine length and urges broader typhoid vaccination uptake.
Senator Johnson of California, once a bullmoose bolter, declares he will back the Chicago convention nominees with sincerity and good will. He aims to align with the regulars for future influence, learning the adage that molasses catches more flies than vinegar.
A progressive local farmer explained how corn price drops raise hog prices by delaying hog sales, sparking talk on price fixing and trade barriers. He recalled his tariff conversion inspired by Lee Francis Lybarger's 1909 Pella Chautauqua lectures and noted their lasting impact on local youth.
The piece accuses liquor interests of seeking to overthrow laws across five states and claims Democratic presidential nomination for sale to wet factions. It argues the liquor question is a political issue driving voters and press alignment, asserting backers push for repeal to restore alcohol’s curse on the land.
A reverent essay on Americas national song America by Rev W E Stanley lauds its popularity and enduring influence. It cites Dr F Smith, Lincoln and Key, defends the song against critics, and celebrates liberty and patriotism inspiring all under the flag. The piece emphasizes civil and religious freedom and the song as a personal possession of the people.
A quirky Iowa column chronicles Mars message interpretations by Pella wireless operators Gloomy De Hilstra and Roland Klein, plus casual city notes on motorizing, a new police uniform, and a comic chicken anecdote about a diamond found in a hen’s gizzard. It ends with Polk De Noor pushing a chicken age rule amendment despite having no poultry himself.
The Washington Democrat notes the San Francisco convention avoided the liquor issue, calling it non political yet acknowledging its enduring presence. It argues the wets keep it alive, while the drys, after the eighteenth amendment, would have preferred to let it rest but continue to confront the matter.
A court scene unfolds as a bandaged plaintiff questions the prisoner who explains the fatal horse race outcome involved an equinomaa. The judge responds with a curt remark as the exchange reveals a peculiar misunderstanding at hand.
A light collection of witticisms and brief humorous exchanges. A super-optimist defines delight as imagining future pleasure. A lawyer questions a servant’s evacuation after a fire and a Mrs Burns jokes about needing a month’s notice to depart. An elderly lady sits beside a young couple debating motor cars.
An old lady interrupts a table talk as a young couple compares bed colors. Jones plans a country vacation while Mrs. Jones prefers the seashore. The exchanges end with a clear implication that the pair are married.
Farmers Co operative Exchange corrects hog market figures in Pella listing C Diele quoted at 12.00 to 14.75 dollars per hundredweight. Bit price set at 1.40 dollars each, with 0.85 dollars deduction per bit referenced.
James H. Allen describes years of rheumatism and a self developed remedy that allegedly dissolves uric acid deposits and removes symptoms. He offers a guarantee of refunds on the first two bottles to buyers who report no benefit. Also mentions Chautauqua tickets and no war tax on tickets.
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