Chicago findings urge saving without firing workers
The Chicago investigating committee urged economy through other measures before any city employees are discharged. City workers are praised for hard, faithful service, while salary concerns show Chicago as relatively high, yet smaller municipalities tend to underpay. Henry Field and Representative La Guardia clashed in Shenandoah and Des Moines, illustrating divided public sentiment between Brookhart supporters and Field backers.
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Chicago
Anton J. Cermak
Henry Field
la Guardia
Shenandoah
Des Moines
Brookhart
Field
Patriotism and flag respect on Memorial Day urged
A citizen urges stronger flag respect and the custom of removing hats on Memorial Day and in public life. He notes waning courtesy since World War I and argues that with the flag and its ideals still present the public should rekindle wartime patriotism and manners.
Fall Parole Appeal Denied Amid Bribery Case
The United States Board of Parole refused Albert B. Fall’s appeal. Fall, former secretary of the interior, is serving a year and a half for bribery. He was found guilty and should pay the penalty, including a $100,000 fine still unpaid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Board of Parole
Albert B. Fall
Secretary of the Interior
Fall
Traveling salesman warns on labor value and costs
A traveling salesman in our city weeks ago argued that heads of industry erred by cutting efficient labor. He warned a postwar return to normalcy will trigger a labor scramble, and those employing labor know its cost and cannot afford to lose it. He called cutting labor a false economy undermining business foundations.
Graduation Seen As Real Commencement In Education
A group of high school graduates argues that education is more than storing knowledge. They stress that a high school course should be practical and ready students to apply what they have learned in work and life after graduation.
Merchants and the cash versus credit system debate
A friend argues merchants should shift to cash once customers have funds, warning against waiting for insolvency. He concedes cash is needed by merchants while buyers require credit to regain footing and stay solvent.
Central CollegeGraduates 79th Class Urge Christian Support
Central College graduated its 79th class last Wednesday evening, sending graduates into positions of responsibility. The institution, a long and distinguished Christian college, continues to influence for good though challenging times for nondenominational colleges. It appeals to Christian people to support Christian higher education and save institutions like Central.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central College
Central
Brookhart's shift in railroads stance noted
Years ago Senator Brookhart drew farmer support nationwide for opposing railroads and corporate discrimination against agricultural interests. Recently rail system heads in Iowa urge their workers to back him in his Senate bid, signaling a tactic change in his campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Brookhart
Iowa
U.S
House Ways and Means Rejects Birth Control Bill
The committee chose not to report the birth control measure citing low public mood and priority concerns. It notes birth control is overused by those with parental duties and underused by those who should learn its lessons, saying this is not the time for legislative action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Ways and Means
Farmers deserve prices above cost of production
Speakers demand fair pricing tied to production costs and producers insist they should earn more than cost. The piece notes many farmers lack production records and thus underestimate how far below cost they sell, yet concludes they are receiving far too little for their output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed van Ginkel
van Ginkel
High Taxes and Low Prices Spark Public Debate
The piece argues taxes won't fall without reform, urging a shift to sales or income taxes to fund public benefits. It contends higher farm prices are needed and that farmers could bear taxes if agricultural prices improve, stressing policy must balance tax loads with revenue.
Prodigy in Chicago Teaches at Seven After Accelerated Study
A Chicago story notes a seven year old who advanced eight grades in two years and now teaches. Critics warn rapid development strains minds and questions the age for career conviction. A humorous Illinois quote about age and sense is cited to illustrate caution.
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Chicago
Illinois
What Other Editors Think A Dangerous Minority Chariton Leader In Cherokee county
In Cherokee county a majority voted for road bonds but the minority threshold blocked passage under a new law requiring 60 percent support. The Know Nothings critique politicians who lack political knowledge claiming the duty of citizenship is understanding government and voting wisely. The piece warns against buying on future contracts during low prices, urging value and real need. Jasper County Record notes a Republican strategist framing a prohibition plank pleasing most except temperance zealots, highlighting fault lines among church members officials teachers gamblers and madams while honoring sober citizens.
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Chariton
Cherokee County
Jasper County
Washington
Pu.tia
Congress
Ood
Time To Get In Debt Warns Against Unwise Luxuries
The writer questions whether now is the time to incur debt, noting stance depends on purpose. If the debt funds luxuries or unnecessary items, it is deemed unwise. The piece argues prudence in borrowing unless tied to essential or justified needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwood
Pella notes mix satire and local chatter in editorial round
A collection of pithy anecdotes and political jests from Pella locals. The column lampoons candidates, editors, preachers, and townsfolk with humorous asides on Memorial Day, elections, age of marriage, and social conduct, including barbershop banter and campus anecdotes.
Ellesmere Household Etiquette Highlights Derby Dinner
The Ellesmere household is strict about etiquette and two prominent society figures were reportedly barred for forgetting invitations. The derby dinner celebrated Lady Ellesmere's daughter's debut, with Ambassador Mellon's attire praised. King George attended a separate stag dinner at Buckingham Palace.
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Ellesmere
England
Lady Ellesmere
Ambassador Mellon
King George
Buckingham Palace
Ten Years Ago Highlights from the Chronicle 1922
Items note a small turnout in the primary election and Reform church synod sessions in town. D G Gosselink, injured in a Thanksgiving auto crash, regained some mobility. Train 473 ran ten hours late after a derailment near Kirksville. Rey and Ruth Wood wed in Pasadena. Oskaloosa blanked Pella 2 to 0. City bids Main Street paving repairs. Local hog prices ranged 8 to 10 dollars per hundredweight.
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General Synod of the Reformed Church
D. G. Gosselink
Kirksville
Rey
Nickolas J. de Boof
Ruth Wood
Pasadena
California
Oskaloosa
Pella
Weddings and events in Galesburg and area in 1912
Twenty Years Ago notices recount weddings for the week John Ulrich and Emma Van Wyngar den William Ver Steeg and Maude Coffman Otto Ver Meer and Dena Stadt Miss Glenere Grundman with Lon Wormhoudt and an Holland orchestra at the Christian church in Galesburg A coral gift from St Thomas island presented to Central college by Mrs Robert McDonald of Danville Hill who had just returned from her wedding tour Lucy De Bruyn underwent appendicitis surgery G B Ver Steeg advertised milk five cents a quart cream ten cents a pint Complaint to Central college officials about profanity on the athletic field Miss Mamie De Bruin closed a term at Newell school near Sully John Robus of Fifield owns a new buggy Library reports 1503 books issued in May.
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Chronicle
John Ulrich
Emma van Wyngarden
William J. Ver Steeg
Maude E. Coffman
Otto Ver Meer
Misa Dena Stadt
Glenere Grundman
Lon Wormhoudt
Hollandsche ‘Orchestra
Christian Church
Galesburg
St. ‘Thomas
Central College
Robert McDonald
Danville H Ill
Lucy de Bruyn
G. B. Ver Steeg
Mamie de Bruin
Newell
Sully
John Robus
Fifield
Will of Teuntje Visser Rozenberg Probate Notice
The District Court of Marion County Iowa holds a will for Teuntje Visser Rozenberg and schedules a hearing on June 18 1982 at the Knoxville office for interested parties to be heard. Don L Remy Clerk of District Court L R Clements Deputy, Knoxville Iowa May 28 1932.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of
Iowa
Marion County
Teuntje Visser Rozenberg
Knoxville
Don .L. Remy
L. R. Clements
Drought Reveals Need for Home Food and Feed Supplies
Fragmented text indicates concerns over last year's drought highlighting the importance of keeping ample household provisions and animal feed. Mentions roasting and cooking times but details are unclear. core idea centers on preparedness and self sufficiency.
I Like the Low Mood Autobiography by Henry Ansley
An Amarillo NewsGlobe piece presents an autocial essay in which a man praises the Depression era as transformative. He espouses closer neighborly ties, simpler living, and a shift from a status-driven life to one defined by home, family, and church attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ansley
Amarillo
Texas
News-Globe Organization
News-Globe
Race Track at Des Moines Orpheum with Leo Carrillo
At the Orpheum Theatre in Des Moines Leo Carrillo stars in Race Track a drama about a gambler who loses his fortune then helps a boy who attempted theft The film follows his attempt to reform the boy and guide him toward a straight life The piece notes Carrillo as a matinee idol figure and promises a gallery of stars in this latest picture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RKO Orpheum Theatre
Des Moines
Leo Carrillo
Carrillo
Jen
Murder mystery play promises thrills and suspense
In a popular show of murder the cast performs a tense plot where a party ends with a stabbing and a death. Audience will learn the outcome as the riveting tale unfolds with two pictures and news reels from RKO Pathe. Dairy cows need salt: dairymen advise 1 ounce daily for ordinary cows, more for heavy producers, and suggest salt in grain or cake form kept in sheltered, accessible spots.
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Ture
RKO Pathe
Garden Planting Tip for Short Season Crops
In the garden plant the short season crops together. Do not plant falsify and parsnips between successive plantings of radishes and let ee.
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E. V. Goad
Colorado Springs
Colorado
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Charles Wonke
London
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Yassah
Russ van Zante
John N. Vander Linden
New York Memorial Day
Brooklyn
Gradus Bennink
John P. de Cook
Dr. Aschenbrenner
Harold Sack
Vanden Berg
Jin de Wit
Erert Blom
Hades
Ila Fox
Yeserie
Mary Pipple
Henry Brom
John Pos
Mellon
George Ver Steeg
John Heerema
Andrew W. Mellon
Queen Mary
Lady Ellesmer
Bridgewater House
the Chronicle
Shen Teduce
Hoover
Orpheum Theatre
Sir Bon TG Gladstone
Equitable
Don
Durham Duple
Tee F. Denburger
Vander Linden’s Drug Store
Jay Bee
Gerrit L. Dykstra
Otley
Paul Boertje
Nort Broadway
H. C. Payne
Broadway
Osteopathic
DRS. Kramer & Kramer
Puritan Drug Co
F. F. Carpenter
Franklin Street
Dr. C. I. Fox
Liberty Streets
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