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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1922
Page
1
The exchange leaves Brookhart with an impression of average Senate ability, nothing more. No further distinctions or notable traits are evident beyond this parity perception.
The writer argues tariffs push wool prices up, triggering cotton goods to raise prices as competition grows. He notes repeated costs from tariffs and their amplifying impact on clothing prices.
A wary tone notes Ireland’s fragile political mood with fears of unrest while acknowledging no change in British stance. The piece suggests external forces seek disorder if England does not yield governance, warning against complacency.
A commentary notes that even initial enforcement marks create a stigma around drinking. It argues that before enforcement, wealth could shield indulgence in some circles, but now boozers must admit law breaking and withdraw from respectability.
The piece argues the wool tariff of 33 cents per pound falls hardest on poor and middle income buyers of medium quality woolen goods while richer buyers of fine cloth gain. It claims moderate income voters supported Republicans and now must bear the bill, predicting they will pay it despite their self-inflicted choice.
The objection to Henry Ford's idea of printing press money is not that money itself is bad. It argues there is no good reason to increase currency volume while postwar value stability should be restored. The wartime usefulness of such currency is acknowledged, but a peace basis requires normal volume.
The piece argues that regardless of settlement the coal strike harms all. Miners gain little if at all while four months of stoppage hits employment and part time work will briefly ease the deficiency. It warns that lasting suspension by all union miners would be worse than partial work stoppages as unemployment rises and fuel supply suffers.
A tariff bill is criticized as ridiculous and destabilizing. It compares lawmakers and special interests to boys on stilts striving for the highest pair, causing everyone to fall. The piece argues free trade would restore normal living and equalize competition.
The piece argues the new wool tariff will add forty five million dollars to a few wool growers but cost consumers three hundred sixty million, eight times the growers’ gain. It criticizes the Republican push as favoring big sheep ranchers and suggests letting wool enter free to save seven eighths of tariff costs, with Wood cited as an example of the rule.
The speaker argues tariffs are abominable and railroads have not obeyed the transportation act. They claim railroad bosses influence elections to protect their interests, manipulating workers to back favored candidates and shielding stock jugglers from accountability.
A reader reflects on why households, even in Pella, spend on showy items like rugs and furniture but skip electric fans and lights. The piece argues buyers need a value standard and questions whether money is being spent wisely, noting many homes lack electricity yet desire status symbols.
A letter urges inviting not only Brookhart and Herring but all gubernatorial and county candidates to the three day Peola celebration. It argues for allowing brief talks from speakers while preserving historical focus and avoiding a full political rally, noting this would attract interest without large cost.
The coal miners unions urge new contracts to end in fall rather than spring to align with higher demand and secure favorable terms. They concede current strikes are unlikely to be lasting, foresee annual or biannual stoppages, and call for government or state action to prevent recurring labor unrest and violence. The piece argues for a nonstrike settlement method to stabilize the industry and protect the public interest.
A rancher and hunter in Observations Ariona trap a coyote then liven the scene by tying dynamite to its tail and releasing it. Neighbors witness as the animal vanishes under a hen house with a final blast scattering feathers fur boards and eggs. No remains of the coop or its contents are found.
Publishers urge substantial reduction from wartime postage increases. They note four wartime rate hikes, with current charges far above prewar levels. They argue newspapers and magazines promote patriotism and Americanism, calling the wartime surge unjustified and harmful to the press and public discourse.
Dr A Frank Houser of Davenport wrote for Word and Way about Walcott Iowa a town twelve miles from Davenport notable for lacking a church and jail while its residents are described as cultured but many townspeople deny the mayor s sensational claims The piece notes a Sunday school revival a wealthy German majority and a war service flag ceremony amid criticism of the mayor s motives and a cautious hope for better days ahead
A reviewer lauds the 850 page study as scholarly and clear on Near and Middle East conditions. It argues Islam seeks revival after World War I, notes Western influence, and endorses nationalist movements. The work covers nationalism economic and social change with strong emphasis on independence and self rule. Charles Scribner's Sons, New York, are cited as publishers.
Merman Boghard of Baraboo Wisconsin spent the summer in Chau tauqua work and passed through Pella on Friday while traveling between assignments. He did not have time to stop for a visit with relatives, staying briefly on his route.
Loyde Hillyer of the Hill yer Conservatory of Music gave a fifteen minute organ recital at the Congregational church drawing a large audience. His performance featured The Palms among notable pieces. Upcoming events include Gerald Mokma's visit in early August and Miss Mable Van Donselaar's junior piano recital July 25 with Miss Tillie Beerends assisting.
The campus suffered extensive damage after a Sunday evening storm. Some of the largest trees were blown out by the roots, but none of the buildings experienced damage.
The Ladies Auxiliary began College Teas with Miss Nelle Waechter and Miss Julia Post hosting the first two events for about 100 attendees. Seventy teas pledged so far may fund a new piano for Conservatory practice. First and Third churches plan pledges next week. Lectures and recitals noted as summer plans.
Eighty eight percent of all automobiles in the world are in the United States and Canada.
A fragmented tale shows the Print-Shop Pest disrupting the printers, blocking roads, plucking type, and scattering items. The rogue figure smokes a pipe, leaves a sick room odor, and snatches a vapor from a bottle amid other minor misdeeds.
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