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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1904
Page
1
A railroad president reflects on career lessons starting right with the crowd, credit for others' work, and the need to adapt as railroads shift from new lines to upgrading terminals. He notes America’s global role and the steel lull, emphasizing honest work and improving intercity connections.
A brief feature by Mrs. Frank Leslie discusses notions of romance, social expectations, and the idea of genuine affection versus show. The piece reflects 19th century viewpoints on marriage and emotional truth amid social norms and personal sentiment.
A House report on postal investigations ties many members to technical violations and improper clerk hire refunds in post offices. The piece argues the root cause is Congress as an office broker culture, with Beavers cited as exploiting favored lawmakers. reformers call for principled legislators free from patronage.
The passage critiques admitting Arizona and New Mexico as a single state and Oklahoma and Indian Territory as another, arguing it concentrates power, burdens travel to the capital, and risks Mormon influence. It warns against adding new territories until Mormon influence is resolved and emphasizes population density and local governance.
A correspondent reports Senator Beveripce’s departure from administration lines after extensive travels in Russia. He says Russians are deeply moral and happier when helping others, and asserts New Englanders would miss the mark in holy Russia. He also claims religious conviction fuels New Englanders’ intolerance of Jews.
Russia, New Hampshire, and Hawaii announce withdrawals from the St. Louis Exposition. Russia is unavailable, New Hampshire cites low public interest and the burden of a ten million dollar congressional assessment, and Hawaii says it is too poor to exhibit.
Senator Teller estimates twenty million of government funds will flow to lobbyists who secured the Panama agreement. He notes a parallel case where France paid fifty million dollars to newspapers and officials for a deal that yielded little value, serving as a warning to others.
Riv. De. Newman Suva of New Haven criticizes the Panama conduct as international lynch law in hot haste, noting the boast that the nation is different from robber nations. The quote argues the world was given another negative example of unilateral justice.
Congress authorized a $10,000,000 payment to the Republic of Colombia but funds cannot be released to Panama without a new law. The Comptroller objects, prompting legislative action to permit the payment.
Senator Houe of Maine voices frankness and enthusiasm about removing the Philippine Islands stating they are a profitless burden. Secretary Root and Secretary Taft have echoed the same view.
Connecticut congressman Sperry, labeled the weakest in his delegation, recalls an impromptu Lincoln greeting to him at the White House. He notes that few public figures have forgotten as much as he has accumulated in his career.
A commentary suggests the Panama Canal board of seven commissioners is a refuge for political has beens. It argues the Isthmus’s unhealthy conditions create constant demand for new commissioners to relieve White House congestion.
The crew of the 12 inch gun on the battleship Wisconsin conducted target practice firing ten shots in ten minutes at a target two thousand yards away. The exercise demonstrated the ship’s gunnery capability during fleet training.
General Woop states the Jole insurgent force once estimated at 3000 has been reduced to 15. He describes this as "cutting down" the estimates, indicating a drastic diminishment of the opposing force.
Bourki reports Cocoran backs a military nominee for the Democrats. Admiral Dewey Schley Miles Lee Wheeler and Bell are all named as Democratic options. The list highlights a clash between military stature and party loyalty in the nomination discussion.
The report states with authority that President Roosevelt does not oppose any VP candidate, leaving the field clear for Frank Knox Funston to be considered. It notes the administration’s stance could accelerate nomination decisions and political maneuvering in the lead up to the party convention.
Doctor General Wood asserts he has killed all the Moros again whenever his nomination nears consideration, signaling a provocative claim tied to political timing.
The Tur Japs deny that they were Funstonized but will be allowed to withdraw the plea and substitute a guilty plea.
Governor Odell and Senator Platt again clash over policy as the political atmosphere heats up. Tensions mount as debates intensify and public attention grows.
Prrry Hear declines to be interviewed about postal frauds citing no obligation to reveal details. The move leaves questions about accountability and potential involvement open to speculation.
A 1500 incident recounts William Dorrington leaping from the parapet of St Sepulcher Church in London. He left a note saying he wished to attend the theater that night but lacked the money for admission. The tale cautions readers to keep their bridle reins sound to avoid strains.
In vivid prose the ad targets thin and weak readers labeled chronic cases. It promises Scott's Emulsion builds new flesh and blood, strengthens nerves, restores appetite, and sustains strength throughout illness, claiming lasting daily benefits.
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