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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1918
Page
6
A concise notice notes that German forces are reforming their lines signaling a need for broader reform across multiple sections in Germany. The observation highlights strategic adjustments amid ongoing conflicts and broader wartime pressures.
The text notes that Memorial Day should not be a time for humor for baseball fans and reports the Chicago Herald sale to the Chicago Examiner, a Hearst paper. Arthur Brisbane will edit the Examiner, recalled for a Des Moines visit with wine in a dry state. The author suspects the sale may worsen the Herald’s fortunes.
A western senator notes farmers plow wheat to sow rye due to higher profit, arguing government price regulation targets wheat and flour but not corn meal rye flour or substitutes. He says war drives need for broad controls across a class, while profiteering remains on other items.
Mrs. Dixie Cornell Gebhardt of Knoxville announces candidacy in the Democratic primary for county recorder. The Chronicle welcomes her entry, noting women’s equal political rights and her past support in local events. Gebhardt has many friends in Pella and is remembered for a speech at the September patriotic demonstration honoring drafted county servicemen.
The Chicago Tribune ridicules Secretary Baker while its Washington correspondent asserts the administration’s claim of a strong American expeditionary force in France for early 1918 amid debates over the war effort and military mobilization.
A Midwest newspaper commentary argues that the Wilson administration rightly pursued armed force for France only after securing subsistence for troops. It rebukes Roosevelt supporters for spreading falsehoods and urges readers to maintain confidence in the President and aid his efforts.
The article promotes a government photo book on Red Cross work from enlistment to hospital care, urging support for the 2027 War Fund campaign. It highlights rationed comforts for troops, hospital care, morale boosts, and aid to families, with strong calls for practical religion and patriotism.
All candidates for the state legislature have filed and temperance forces prepare to test their stance on the Major traffic. Governor Harding’s refusal to convene the legislature delays a federal amendment vote, making the liquor question a central issue alongside the long fight against rum power in the state. The narrow defeat of the state amendment last year had encouraged saloon interests to dream of reestablishing widespread bars.
A year after conscription began the Chronicle argues public doubts about conscripts were unfounded. It notes no difference between drafted and volunteer troops as both are now seen as volunteers in spirit. It highlights letters from Conscript John J. Slot and Volunteer John Van Veen, both Pella youths.
Proper food varies by person and occupation. Those with weak stomachs should eat slowly and chew thoroughly while keeping bowels regular. If constipation or dullness after meals occurs, Chamberlain's Tablets can strengthen the stomach and move the bowels. they are easy to take and pleasant in effect.
A mother places a mirror as a silent witness to curb the boys faults. James and Ned scoff, then see their reflections and change. William’s visit proves the mirror’s gentle discipline. the trio agree to keep the mirror, a friendly witness, in place for good.
A testimonial urges readers to use Chamberlain's Liniment to relieve rheumatism. The endorsing letter from F. D. Stubenrauch claims quick relief and value beyond price.
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