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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1928
Page
6
A compact column notes doctors in Congress taking on excessive duties, Mussolini’s bold posture, and a quiet week with little Accident Week growth. Miami hosts Shriners warmly as the city jail greets nobles. Nicaragua plans November 4 elections while Sandino may soon run. A Florida bather narrowly escapes drowning, and a debate over excluding American Indians from immigration quotas stirs discussion.
Politicians express concern over declining public interest in politics. They warn apathy could hinder democratic action and debate, urging civic engagement to address key policy debates and upcoming decisions.
King Victor Emmanuel will be created a full professor by Turin University. The announcement suggests he will have time for additional duties, including a few odd jobs.
Mayor Mackey says Philadelphia has greater wealth per capita than any city. He quips they may someday be rich enough to afford another Sesqui Centennial.
The journal notes the phrase pretty colored sand ing worn on the feet and speculates that if the items were worn on the hands or head, the journal would likely have stated so.
A New York lad who began as a messenger two years ago has bought a seat on the New York Stock Exchange. He must have secured a Continental Trading Company lock at some point, marking a swift rise through financial circles.
A quirky note reveals that the average cow can swim 100 yards in one minute and 38 seconds, a fact likely to tempt readers inclined to bet on aquatic bovines.
A sanitary engineer states that Reet ventilation of the tot at Washington tends to detract from the physical and mental abilities of Congress members. The remark suggests a potential alibi for some lawmakers.
The piece reflects on Iowa politicians and leaders with references to Nate Kendall and General Weaver, praising loyalty and prior service. It also reports a large Methodist ministers conference in Kansas City discussing reform issues like liquor, tobacco, and gambling while cautioning against denominational political meddling and urging freedom over sectarian influence.
The Chronicle notes voters face June 4 primaries with two weeks to decide among county contenders. It urges evaluation beyond morals to consider ability and efficiency, warning that even decent men may fail if not competent handling county business.
A writer ridicules popular but obsolete beliefs such as cancer being hereditary, linseed poultices delivering value only by heat, and spring tonics. The piece also dismisses claims that gas stoves dry the air, owls must see at night, and animals like alligators threaten humans, ending with a quip about horsehairs in rain barrels turning into snakes.
A nostalgic verse speaks to a young boy, urging carefreeness before childhood ends. It reflects on time passing and the reader’s future responsibilities, with imagery of clothes laid aside by a mother’s care and yearning for a simpler youth.
A historical critique outlines how quacks defraud the public through dubious devices and remedies. It cites Franklin’s kite experiment and Elisha Perkins rods, electric belts, Sanatogen, and a chemical ring as examples, noting widespread belief and lingering medieval superstitions amid a global population context with China making up about a quarter of the world’s people.
A New York doctor reports prenatal exposure of eggs to X rays yields deformities and varied sexes in chicks, with longer exposure increasing female hatch rate and sometimes superior birds. Earlier fruit fly work inspires belief that similar prenatal methods could affect larger animals and possibly humans. The piece notes science continues to probe nature’s secrets and future outcomes remain uncertain.
The article argues a vast anthracite and bituminous coal field near markets remains underused due to distance and lack of demand. It warns against monopolies by speculators hindering mankind’s benefit and urges study of Henry George's Single Tax to apply principles to this large energy resource. It notes electric power potential and water power already meeting local needs.
Tracy correspondent recounts Mr Parker driving the house car to Knoxville to park during court term. Mrs Parker draws the jury and will keep house in the vehicle. Mr Parker returns to Tracy. The house car, built by Parker, includes portable bed table chairs and electric light service. A collection of odd notes follows about a spider found in concrete, a Texas horned toad, a mirror tale, and assorted anecdotes on clocks daylight saving and local life. Rev D C Townsend recalls Colorado coal counties and regional tales.
The Department of Labor notes a growing trend by large firms to safeguard worker health with better medical care, nurses, and dispensaries. In 1927, 873 plants offered facilities while only two did not. 311 employed doctors and 82 nurses served the workers. Improved sanitary conditions safety devices and recreation facilities also boost welfare and loyalty, driven by practical business judgment rather than reformers.
Twenty years ago Ben Van Vliet and Anna Anderson wed in Des Moines on May 12. Green T. Clark shows some improvement after illness. Van der Zee visits Holland. President L. A. Garrison arrived from England and will stay on his farm near Eddyville to avoid full duties. Paul Scholte returns from three years in Colorado in better health. Sons of Veterans camp mustered in Pella by F. H. Kincade. Dr. L. J. Carpenter plans to move to Pella and practice with son Dr. F. F. Carpenter.
In Ames a group of Iowa loan bankers and insurance executives urged liquidation of distressed farms to push marginal farmers out. They argued land values would rise, rents would increase for tenants, and under a single tax land value would accrue to the people. They claim bankers would shift to productive industry and reduce government waste.
A newspaper offered a prize for the riddle Why 8 newspaper like a woman The winner, a woman, answered Why 8 newspaper like a woman because every man should have one of his own and not run after his neighbor's This punchline plays on a risqué pun and local humor.
A Davis County Republican column argues Governor Al Smith is overestimated by delegate counts and would fare poorly in November. It cites a town's Democratic delegation, asserts Smith could win under 25 percent of the popular vote, and notes prohibition related employment data from industrial surveys including railroad Rule G dismissals dropping from 2.31 percent to 0.98 percent over ten years.
Northwood Anchor reports that H L Mencken and Heywood Broun criticized town folks and Methodist bishops to a Des Moines Register rep. The piece dismisses the writers as not knowing Iowa or the Midwest and as mere egotists whose provocative prose fuels magazine money.
The Paullina Times endorses lifetime driving bans for intoxicated offenders. It cites a Cherokee case where a guilty driver received a year in Anamosa plus a lifelong license ban, arguing such penalties would curb lawbreaking and protect others on the road. The Bloomfield Democrat agrees a prohibition on driving by repeat offenders would improve roadway safety.
The Christian Science Monitor notes economic evidence supporting prohibition, arguing that bypassing moral framing may persuade holdouts. The piece implies fiscal and market impacts bolster support for the measure.
A Marion County Democrat announces candidacy for county recorder in June’s primary. He asks for party support and outlines his run for the office.
Chariton Leader reports Senator Lara J. Skromme of Story County spoke publicly in Chariton urging cautious scrutiny of a pending road bond authorization. He warned against extravagant university real estate deals in Iowa City and urged funds to education, noting perhaps fearless but limited political impact.
In a brief appeal dated June, Grant Reynolds asks Democratic voters for support at the upcoming primary. The message emphasizes party loyalty and civic participation. No additional details about office or location are provided in the readable text.
C R Davis of Attica announces candidacy for county Auditor at the June 4 Primary election and seeks Democrat support in Marion County.
Washington action report notes Representative William C. Hammer of North Carolina urged the Curtis-Reed Education Bill at House Education Committee hearings. He supports a Department of Education to equalize opportunities without undermining States rights, aiming to give rural communities the same benefits as urban areas through expanded research and experimentation.
Edgar E Clark announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff of Marion County subject to the Democratic primaries.
A candidate announces intent to seek the Board of Supervisors seat for the term starting January 1929 subject to approval. The statement signals an official bid and outlines forthcoming campaign steps and eligibility.
A Southern congressman argues that providing federal aid to poorer rural districts would not erode state autonomy. He compares the measure to the good-roact and Volstead Act, saying it parallels existing federal roles while keeping administration at the state level.
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