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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1904
Page
1
An editorial warns of widespread graft and fraud in city, state, and federal offices. It cites prosecutors pursuing criminals, lobbyists swarming legislatures, and officials justifying bribes as protective payments. The piece urges citizens to unite to awaken public conscience and halt this growing evil.
A call to reform the U S consular service argues for better pay longer terms and deeper language and business training. It urges adopting rival methods from Germany France and England to cultivate skilled, multilingual diplomats who act as scouts of foreign trade and expand American commerce.
An Iowa lawmaker introduced a resolution praising Russia’s war effort, claiming Russia acted honorably and noting only their navy’s actions as a positive example. The measure was not expected to be adopted.
The speaker notes Iowa adults favor Japan and see final victory as beneficial. England and France offered sympathy freely while the U S paid Russia. He argues Japan and the Orient offer great prospects for American trade as demand rises for surplus grain.
The piece contrasts Japanese openness with Russian protectionism, praising Japanese progress and mutual commerce while noting Russia constrains trade with high duties. It cites a Burlington Gazette comment and discusses run fears on the Petra Chronicle and Curonick bank pension, urging readers to rely on trusted dispatches.
Rear Admiral Evans predicts another China uprising and asks for 1500 more marines to be sent to the Philippines to be ready for emergencies. He notes Colombia has closed its legation in Washington and speculates on actions if it were as strong as Germany or Britain.
Last year holds the record for immigration to this country with nearly one million entrants. A quarter came from Austria Hungary and another quarter from Italy. Russia leads among others followed by Finns and Poles. May wheat in Chicago last week reached 1.03 dollars per bushel. The war is seen to affect farmers who hold little wheat. Nine tenths of the wheat in the country is owned by millers and speculators.
Lorenzo Crespy an elder in the Mormon church shot himself in a sleeping car in Illinois on the 20th. In his pockets were found two letters from Molly and Sadie. Smoot's pockets should be examined without delay.
The speaker notes France and England accelerating military activity while Germany, Spain, Sweden, and Denmark also mobilize. The author predicts that if war breaks out, it could trigger a reallocation of global districts and political boundaries.
A country exhorter declares that eternity stretches beyond any time measure, stating that even after millions of centuries there would still be 100,000 years to breakfast time. The vivid, rhythmic speech emphasizes endless duration to persuade listeners.
A Minnesota state prison binding twine plant reports 48 million pounds produced over eight years and estimated savings to farmers of 1.44 million dollars. The claim notes the average difference in price of the product.
The Advance notes Massachusetts famed for boots and shoes versus Kentucky for shoots and booze. It cites 119 counties in Kentucky with 47 complete and 54 partial prohibitions. It asks if Massachusetts can match that record. It also reports the Federal Assembly of Puerto Rico voting 60 to 15 on the 20th to seek statehood or independence, questioning if the president promised this when General Miles received salutations, and refers to a supposed plain duty.
Congress considers a universal service pension of 12 dollars monthly for all Civil War veterans aged sixty five and up. The plan would cost about 20 million dollars annually and alarms some in the administration about potential youth voter backlash, notably among Spanish War veterans.
Tuertins fear and trembling in Washington lest China join the war. They argue the Asiatic fleet must stay near danger lines and six transports with 6,000 men and supplies should be ready in San Francisco for instant departure to China. If Panama precedent applies, they say China action should proceed now.
A Chicago Board of Aldermen member denounces the city as lawless and calls for a wave of hangings. He says respect for law and courts is eroding, and claims there are enough policemen if they were more active to maintain order.
An old dairy proverb extols using Scott's Emulsion to aid weak pale children. The ad compares emulsion to a penny in milk, claiming it feeds and strengthens delicate stomachs with cod liver oil and hypophosphites. Children supposedly take to the remedy easily, making it a preferred treatment for thin youngsters.
A reader notes a labeling instruction claiming a pie shaped picture of a P label appears on every bottle of Tmsion purchased. The fragment suggests a packaging detail but provides no verifiable company or product context.
Seventeen Republicans threaten to oppose Wood’s nomination while Baker avoids a clash to please Hanna allies. Alger and Lodge fully back Wood, with passage expected only by a tight vote. The dispute centers on loyalty and political calculations within the Senate.
A young Minnesota woman hugged the sleigh driver during a party and he was found dead from heart failure. The tale serves as a cautionary warning to young ladies about courting habits that may arouse strong emotions in leap year.
Justice Harlan of the Supreme Court surprised students at Columbian Law School in Washington by declaring hope that the Constitution will weather ambitions of men seeking to make the United States a world power. He noted his Republican affiliation.
In Marion County Iowa District Court May term 1904 Harris Bros petitions for 200 dollars for goods sold to Andy or Anna Elsloo and Sjoukje Elsloo. Writ of attachment issued with levy on property in See Lotro area and Pella Lots 2 and 6 Block 58. Garnishee John Dykstra executor in Foeke Elsloo estate attached. If no defense by May 3 1904 default and judgment will be entered. Attorney C Ver Prone for plaintiffs.
Opportunities for mercantile locations and professional practices along the Chicago Great Western Railway. Industrial Agent W J Reed offers maps and maple leaflets from the Endicott Building, St Paul Minnesota.
Tickets offered by Chicago Great Western Railway include one way and round trips to the South and Southwest. Sale dates begin March 1 and 9 and April 1 and 16. Information available through Great Western agents or J P Elmer G P A Chicago IL.
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