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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1922
Page
1
Uncle Joe Cannon quips about managing money and politics as Attorney General Daugherty is attacked by Republicans, Secretary Mellon faces criticism, and Secretaries Fall and Wallace clash over jurisdiction. The cabinet’s bickering raises questions about what remains of the Harding administration if it breaks apart.
The writer claims the tariff debate has nearly ended as farmers demand perfection in their produce. Proponents of profiteering are pressured to change tactics after fifty years of advantage. The piece suggests protection has ended and contends profiteers cannot worsen the tariff fraud.
Babe Ruth, five days after reinstatement for insubordination, hurled dirt at the umpire and was ejected. He defended himself by saying he stood as long as he could, threatening further public reaction if behavior does not improve.
A Pershing gentleman claims miners in company housing faced no rent during the strike. The writer suggests both sides collude to curb production to push up prices, noting several periods of free rent and deferred payments while locked in dispute.
Authorities at the Pella municipal light plant favor applicants with prior experience, but no one is born experienced. When vacancies arise, many applicants including ex soldiers are rejected for needing on the job training, while outsiders are hired. What will happen when all the experienced workers die off.
In the March 1922 Des Moines University Bulletin Central University is listed among Iowa schools that have passed out with the line no funds, no friends to support me. A critic notes the university shows life in Pella, arguing the writer overstates unfriendly impact while the school remains vibrant locally.
The Chronicle says the primary election is a costly requirement but urges qualified readers to use the nominating machinery. It denies backing any candidate and emphasizes that government welfare depends on voters' choices, hoping the primary is used as a tool to its utmost.
Citizens of Pella warn that the morning Rock Island westbound schedule blocks early Des Moines access. The long-standing gap leaves residents unable to reach Des Moines before eleven o clock, while a direct Wabash link would let them reach the city earlier. Local officials say significant effort and expense have been invested to connect Pella by rail with the region.
The Oskaloosa Herald argues against a Republican sugar tariff claiming it would raise consumer prices and benefit only sugar growers. It notes unused acres could grow sugar beets or cane but remain devoted to cotton or corn, while the U.S. imports over half its sugar.
The article notes several cases where individuals were denied naturalization for refusing military service, including seven at Des Moines. It argues the American Legion should push citizenship as a duty, not a shield for those who evade service, and promises firm action against such slackers, foreign or not.
The piece argues against the idea that prohibition was slipped through by a silent majority. It notes many states had prohibition laws before the eighteenth amendment and recalls Joshua 23:10 to spur liquor advocates to examine why a clear headed minority can defeat them and what ails their cause.
The piece argues Republican leaders will drop Harding as a 1924 candidate once the adjusted compensation bill is settled. Senators would push a modified bill favorable to veterans, leading Harding to veto it. Politically, Republicans claim sympathy for soldiers while avoiding voter offense and appeasing Wall Street interests.
The piece argues New York Democrats favor former governor Al Smith as a U S Senate candidate while opposing Glynn for governor due to Catholics. It warns against sectarian political divisions and predicts a Catholic party influence in government, contrasting with other faiths and warning against foreign allegiance concerns.
A stream of unusual clippings presents humor and oddities. A moustached speaker questions soldier bonuses, a Pella anti Masonic visit leads to social awkwardness, and a Fremont tale recounts a hen trading, a dot currency sign, a missing bargain, and a rainy day kitten remark from a daughter.
A traveling observer recounts wartime visits to battlefields from Soissons and Compiegne through Chemin des Dames to the Hindenburg line, Rheims, and Verdun. He notes widespread destruction, especially at Rheims Cathedral, describes mines near Berry au Bac, the Hindenburg line’s fortifications, and mass ruin across French towns and industries with cited devastation figures and a German aims quote.
A Boston Transcript item notes a kindly old woman saying a Bible verse kept her through trials, though she did not recall the exact location. The quoted line is “Grin and bear it.”
Jacob D B Haan announces candidacy for state representative of Marion County subject to Republican voters will in the June primary. He states the bid reflects his desire to serve and asks support from party members in Marion County.
Candidate announcements list Peter Tusseling for Marion County Board Member and Wesley McGhe for Auditor. Tusseling runs for the term beginning January 1924, subject to Republican voters at the June primary. McGhe seeks the Auditor post, subject to Democratic primaries on June 7.
A KOOL states he will seek the Republican nomination for a seat in the legislature. The decision will come after the June primary.
Political notice from Bert Conrey announcing candidacy for Marion County sheriff on the Democratic ticket, subject to June primaries, urging voters to support him.
Ames Iowa The farm management short courses by the extension service of Iowa State College closed with 42 counties reached and 89 sessions held Me Galloway Rowe and Walker led the effort Over 2042 farmers attended and 781 agreed to keep farm records for 1922 Extension specialists will conduct follow up trips in spring and fall to summarize the work.
A historical college lecture argues that pure individualism weakens the state and that education should foster service to the community. It warns against power, pleasure, and wealth as motives and calls for teachers and students to reshape the community mind toward public service.
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