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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1923
Page
1
Arbor Day observance in late April saw a timely tree planting as many trees were set out. Drought during the preceding summer threatens saplings, so thorough irrigation is essential until roots establish themselves for self sufficiency.
The speaker jeers at Republicans mentioning to-to-zperk Fietesman and asks why the legislature did not revise the primary law. They mock Governor Kendall for delaying explanations and humorously speculate on his long tenure.
A writer argues that religion should not be restricted but urges all churches and meeting places to be open to public inspection. Citing a Michigan case, the piece condemns secrecy in religious practice and suggests transparency as a check on immoral conduct linked to religious leadership.
The Iowa executive council splits over selling or not selling the soldier bonus bonds. Treasurer W J Burbank sides with one faction while the governor secretary and auditor align with the other. The piece criticizes the elected officials and notes voters erred in choosing them. It warns that many will be remembered for failures rather than achievements.
A critique notes the legislature ignored its oath to redraw congressional districts after the census, leaving some districts far larger than others and prolonging an alliance between Marion and Polk. The writer laments no release from this alignment until Iowa trends Democratic.
The article discusses how a new immigration law displeases many employers by cutting off cheap labor, while some native born Americans favor strict enforcement to preserve political ideals. It notes workers profiting from the law for current jobs, and argues exploitation of natural resources should have limited influence on future immigration policy.
The article argues that in France and Spain the Roman Catholic church remains politically active while governments retain authority. It laments priests pressuring parishioners and warns of the pope and hierarchy seeking to usurp political power, noting historical church influence in France and predicting similar attempts in the United States.
The article argues the United States should support an international World Court and the League of Nations, seeing the choice as vital to civilization. It notes partisan distrust of President Harding but contends national interest aligns with backing international institutions to save Europe and the world.
The piece argues a persistent farm labor shortage worsened since 1926, blaming land tenure practices. It urges taxing or requiring landlords to pay value created by public land, reducing incentives for large holdings and letting farmers work their own plots. It calls for reform to ensure fair earners receive their production value.
The Chronicle weighs the Republican bid to define foreign policy after Wilson and the world war. It notes Harding faces pressure to oppose gangsters and prevent anarchy, with Hughes and Hoover influential but uncertain, while party opposition remains limited. The editorial hopes for strong leadership to salvage what is possible from the wreckage.
The item comments on rising sugar prices depressing readers while noting Attorney General Daugherty’s near readiness to begin prosecutions against speculators if they do not desist or show intent to halt futures gambling. The column hints sugar may become cheaper later.
At Oskaloosa last Wednesday Judge Dewey refused to naturalize two foreign born applicants. They claimed wartime exemption to avoid military service by classing as aliens. The court delivered a strongly patriotic lecture. deportation is suggested as a possibility.
A reader to the Sheffield Press condemns the high wages for teachers as out of step with other trades. He notes teachers train for years and invest much money, arguing their pay should harmonize with skilled labor like bolt tightening. He stresses teachers bear great responsibility and uplift civilization. Bloomfield Democrat comment.
A traveling salesman, once credited with elevating the traveling man’s image from drummer to business man, now finds his family blamed for organizing a long distance dance in Des Moines in opposition to the chief of police.
An unusual condition in education shows more students in sectarian colleges and state institutions than in living memory. Many higher learning centers must impose fixed standards to limit enrollments while high schools in numerous towns and cities report record enrollments.
In Iowa, senators James Brookhart and one other opposed a bill to prevent organizations like the Ku Klux Klan from operating in masks. The vote drew sharp reaction from Jack Dalton who called Brookhart and fellow senator Smith “white trash” and criticized their switch from Missouri Democrats to Republicans amid sharp racial and political rhetoric.
Mrs. John Vander Linden of Milwaukee joined Mr and Mrs C F Dyston and other relatives in Pel ly for the latter part of last week before leaving for Des Moines Saturday morning.
Observations note limited visits to cities, with Arbor Day tree plantings in Pella. A Chariton youth James Holder marries Cackler amid allegations of legal age and perjury. Townsfolk report city street clean up delays, a missing car incident blamed on the mayor’s dump run, and a green city school contract mix up. A Yale professor cites Bryan’s Evolution lecture, reflecting on public reception.
Vander Linden's Bazaar advertises shade products including Water Colors and Crack-Proof quality. The copy promotes the durability and value of Crack-Proof shades as a final investment in home window coverings.
Twenty years ago the finest home in Knoxville that of Mr. Cunningham valued at $6 000 with $3 000 insurance burned. Other items note OsKaloosa dedicating a new Y M C A building over three days of services and various local happenings including a change of venue for a robbery case, sidewalk work, and teacher salary benchmarks.
Eastbound and westbound passenger and local freight trains listed with numbers and times. Freight for shipment on the locals must be at the station by 5:00 p m the evening before. Both local freights carry passengers.
A dealer named M. Vander Linden advertises 300 kinds of wool fabrics and promises to make a tailored suit for 25 dollars, claiming price and quality will guide the order. The brief notice targets customers seeking personalized, affordable formal wear.
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