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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1921
Page
6
The notice states that mail is entered at the Pella Iowa post office as second class mail matter, indicating the handling category for the listed item.
A playful observation notes the Dutch government risk of overreach as a German figure with a pistol nears the Kaiser. It also reports Representative Dodd of Howard County preparing a bill to repeal an anti cigarette law due to poor enforcement, suggesting the legislature may approve such a move.
A reader notes that a supposed big man revealed a small character under stress, but the remark says it does not shake faith in humanity, simply showing human maturity under pressure.
Uncle Bill Payne of the Iowa Forum voices disappointment at the cabinet makeup after Mr Harding's selections. Once a bull mooser he now appears a standpatters figure, expressing regret that outsiders did not guide the process.
A reflection on the nearing end of President Wilson's term describing it as a trying period in American history. The piece predicts future recognition of his achievements and calls for national unity to honor his memory despite partisan attacks.
A Kans group of young men has gained newspaper notoriety by taking a shipload of milk cows as a gift to Germany. The article notes their experiences are told in part but none reveal if they joined the original party that left for Germany years ago. The piece suggests prioritizing aid to others before donating cattle abroad.
The writer notes editors expose bias on prohibition and mock guardians of the constitution for trying to protect the judiciary. The piece cites Representative Boles of Iowa proposing to impeach Judge Landis, illustrating partisan commentary on legal integrity and political maneuvering.
The Knoxville Journal questions if Mr Harding's cabinet choices will satisfy Republicans and questions whether presidential authority will yield to a plan pleasing all. It notes fears of czarism and wonders if the president is slipping or if political ally Curtis is wobbling.
The text reflects surprise and scorn at George Wiereck editor of a Republican era paper who dared criticize the Kaiser during wartime. It calls for Harding to appoint a German American to a cabinet role and questions the necessity of war rhetoric and party loyalty.
Debated in Congress before its expiration, a sliding tariff proposal would set duties at different rates by country. Ten percent on Canadian imports and thirty percent on Japanese goods are suggested, but constitutional barriers loom. Proponents claim the founding document limits duties to revenue. critics seek constitutional reinterpretation to enable protectionist plunder.
A Habervile man sued the council of defense claiming 20,000 for wounded feelings after losing a bond case. The jury ruled against him. War Mothers and American Legion members celebrated the verdict, and the piece notes post election sentiment and irony.
The Chronicle rejects a company sponsored item claiming a melon of a reorganization. It notes the move raises capital with no cash dividends promised and refuses further collaboration, likening it to a persistent automobile ad scheme.
A Labor AFL meeting in Washington last week debated officials’ authority to represent workers in dealings with employers. Some push for labor to resist injunctions restricting actions, while others warn of state laws weakening unions. The piece frames production as a collaboration among capital, labor, and landlords, noting landlords reap the largest share of income.
A fragmented item from a Chronicle page lists an arrangement involving a sum of $5.60 and a December date for a Had Hasulay related transaction. The readable text suggests a tiny clerical note about a sale or exchange under a shorthand heading.
A compilation of vignettes from Spencer and Pella Iowa recounts social pressures around entertainment, fundraising for the Hoover fund, and local mores. Anecdotes cover editors receiving favors, soup fund reluctance, farm talk about eggs and watermelons, a Supreme Court profanity case, and plans to import fox terriers. The piece closes with reflective verses on guiding youth away from ruin.
A reflective poem argues that internal judgment mirrors societal judgment. It explores how words shape others, the harm of scorn, and the fragile rise from despair to hope sparked by one look of love.
A fragmentary quotation recalls a call to “live and work together in goodly fellowship and love” and to leave judgment to a higher throne. The lines attributed to Jennie June Stureman reflect themes of unity and forgiveness amid factional tension.
Notice from Marion County Iowa District Court announces a will contest for 8 Van Halm deceased. The hearing is set for the February term on March 10 1921 at the court in Knoxville. Clerk Walter Kester will preside in the matter with interested parties invited to attend.
An advertisement offering rugs made from old carpet in any size or color by the Reliable Rug Co of Des Moines. Promises pay on delivery with no freight charges since the company covers shipping. J. H. Reuvers listed as local agent.
Hog market corrected by the Farmers Cooperative Exchange led by manager C Dieleman. Prices given for hogs per cwt and for corn, wheat, and oats per bushel. Produce rates corrected by Pella Produce Co. Phone 50. Old Roosters Springs. Ducks full feathered and Geese listed.
The article argues farm implement prices should fall as farm product prices rose faster. It notes 1914 to 1920 comparisons, steel labor costs, and that 80 percent of steel cost is labor. It urges fair prices aligned with farm product values and highlights the farmer needs modern implements to profitably raise crops.
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