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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1928
Page
6
A collection of satirical snippets notes on international diplomacy, political jabs, and public figures. It comments on the League of Nations, soda-jerkers, and home runs in demand, with quips about the Prince of Wales and leap year politics. It mentions Harry F. Sinclair and Finley Peter Dunne, suggesting a humorous jury.
An English woman golfer was barred from the game after asserting a score she did not make, a move viewed as possible sex discrimination. The incident centers on fairness rules and gender in the sport.
South Carolina editor had twenty dollars plucked from his pocket during the fountain unveiling. The incident sparked debate as the editor admits he should not have produced a roll in such a crowded setting, drawing attention to crowd conduct and propriety.
A two ton reel of copper wire was stolen from Georgia Power Company, prompting the Atlanta Constitution to speculate a youth may now boast a new aerial gadget.
Dr Charles H Mayo a renowned Rochester surgeon says medical knowledge of disease causes has advanced more in 26 years than the prior 26 centuries. He notes discoveries in infectious diseases and rapid progress in surgery aided by X ray anesthetics and better infection control. He concedes some diseases still resist but optimism remains high.
A 1928 League of Nations slavery commission report notes 5,000,000 or more people bound in abject slavery globally. It cites slavery in nearly twenty countries with continuation of the practice despite modern discourse.
The article reflects on brutal slave labor and forced bondage, noting men chained in rows and women and children dragged along. It cites widespread illegality and disguised peonage, with South African and other nations enforcing or hiding slavery. It praises British abolition efforts freeing about 700,000 slaves since the war’s end and stresses ending inhumanity as civilization’s task.
Report from Washington notes Germany has chosen popular ambassadors to the United States. Baron Ago von Maltzan, killed in a recent plane accident, was a top favorite among diplomats. His wife Charmer von Strachwitz, a former hat shop proprietor, is praised for charm and athletic prowess.
Ellsworth M. Statler, born poor in Somerset County Pennsylvania, rose from bell-boy wages to a billionaire hotel magnate. He built and managed large hotels including the Buffalo Pan American exposition project and the Interiors Inn at St Louis. His rise hinged on from-the-ground learning and tireless guest service.
Madame Ernestine Schumann-Heink, Austrian-born American citizen and famed soprano, donated her $280,000 Grossmont estate in California to disabled World War I veterans for a rest home. She lost two sons in the war one fought for Germany and the other for America.
A columnist rejects claims that lobbyists control Congress. He argues lawmakers should form their own opinions, notes many groups in Washington lobby for influence, and asserts cross‑class lobbying is a normal part of politics. He contends responsible representatives should allow varied viewpoints from farmers unions veterans prohibitionists liquor advocates and industries.
The text notes a dispute over sincerity between two lobbyist groups. One side denounces the other as hypocritical, illustrating a case of mutual accusations and countercharges in the political arena.
A Paris ballot names Ruth Elder among ten celebrated women, living and dead, praising her Atlantic flight attempt despite failure. The list places Madame Curie first, with Sarah Bernhardt and Edith Cavell also highly ranked, and notes Parisians’ chivalrous gesture toward notable figures.
A Georgia town authorities press a claim to jail Ruth on an aged charge connected to a secretive buggy ride with a preacher. The dispute centers on enforcement actions surrounding the historical allegation and Ruth’s stance against the authorities.
The Brooklyn Edison Company is building what it calls the largest single power generating unit in the world, a gigantic electric generator rated at 145 000 horsepower. It will furnish enough current to light about a million homes, with trends showing steam generation lowering costs to compete with water power as plants grow larger.
Three Pella physicians Dr C J Fox Dr H C Payne and Dr Carl F Aschenbrenner traveling to a Marion County Medical Society meeting were delayed when Payne’s Ford suffered a missing left front tire. They searched the road and Monroe area but the tire was never found. The trio returned for repairs and pressed on to Knoxville. Knoxville Journal reports their tale of a lost wheel and distracted conversation.
The text laments the Model T era giving way to the Model A and calls for one more Ford tale. It notes Henry Ford's long-running production of affordable cars, praising the brand's public favor and patience with change as the next chapter unfolds.
Twenty years ago Ames professor M L Bowman was among speakers at the Garden City Chautauqua for the summer, while Richland Republican H J Hoogenakker sought Keokuk county representative nomination. John H Ver Steeg issued an official notice about his missing brother Jonas Ver Steeg, missing since 1871, asking him to appear by July 3 or be declared dead with estate administration to follow.
Excerpted observations from the Northwood Anchor dated April 19 discuss Antioch High School girls describing ideal partner traits such as brains activity good morality athletic ability domesticity constancy masterfulness and money. It notes some will squander education funds on the first pants-wearer and mentions other trivial records including a Miami Beach woman in water for 32 hours, a Kansas man holding his breath long, and a man eating a gallon of ice cream somewhere upriver.
A circuit judge in Illinois enjoined a man from contacting young Indy after fifteen years of pursuit. The suitor sent over 1000 love letters and made up to fifteen calls in a day, though she never encouraged him. The piece notes the judge's action and mocks the man's persistence.
Sigourney Review recounts a near collision on Otley’s main street. The narrator describes sliding to a stop as a car ahead turned across the road, with one man in the vehicle and no serious injuries. The driver reflects on the fear and urgency of a locomotive engineer facing an imminent collision.
Decorah Journal editors harshly attack John Hammill and Republican governorship bids call the move a sign of unfitness. Austin Herald criticizes Minneapolis night club raids and padlock fights, condemning legal wrangling and political corruption while urging voter action and a clean government mandate.
Senator Nye calls it impossible to convict a millionaire in this country after the Sinclair decision. The column doubts the fairness of a wealth influenced ruling, condemning the worship of wealth and warning that future generations may pay with blood and suffering.
A reader recounts a southern state friend who sought parole hearings for an Iowa inmate after a woman in sympathy with prisoners rallied friends to influence the parole board. The piece questions whether distant sympathy and pressure are practical, urging local, informed effort and personal knowledge of cases.
A Sumner Gazette editorial condemns the Sinclair acquittal as a flagrant miscarriage of justice. It argues that the jury's decision to acquit Harry Sinclair reveals deep political bias and undermines public trust, challenging readers to reconsider the integrity of the administration and the electoral landscape.
The Denison Bulletin editorial attacks straight-ticket voting, arguing it harms government integrity. It cites Warren G Harding as a cautionary example, noting a Chicago Tribune critique and broad editorial distrust of party-driven nominations and coverups. The piece laments dishonesty and urges scrutiny over officeholders.
Ruby Rsh er d announces candidacy for county Recorder at the June primary. R. Davis of Attica seeks the office of county Auditor at the June 4 primary. Edgar E Clark seeks Democratic nomination for sheriff of Marion County subject to the party primaries.
A candidate declares intent to run for the Board of Supervisors for the term starting January 1929 subject to Democratic voters approval at the June primary. The announcement requests support from the electorate and emphasizes party backing.
For sale or exchange of 160 or 120 acres in the Sully neighborhood. Will take smaller farm or city property and arrange terms on the balance. Inquiries go to James Engle in Newton Iowa. If cash intake exceeds cash outgo the sheriff will not bother you. Bank clearings in the United States have increased fivefold since.
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