German preacher stirs trouble amid government stance
In Jasper County an old German preacher provokes government tensions while other areas echo better control. Knoxville faced a cloudburst last week with Casey’s dry record noted by locals. rainfall varied, from a quarter inch to two feet in flooded sections. Casey may edit all night and serve as postmaster, yet Knoxville risks losing prestige as a flood town.
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Jasper County
Knoxville
W. J. Casey
Casey
Pella City Makes Quick Work of Street Dragging
The people of Pella praise this year’s street upkeep. Tractors and heavy drags cover the town in a day or two and leave the roads as good as dirt roads can be. All streets are dragged, and back streets deserve equal municipal spending.
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Pella
Deforestation blamed for famine risk in China and America
The U S Department of Agriculture warns that famine and plague in China stem from deforestation and soil erosion. Bare soil leads to floods and loss of arable land, with the warning that America may face a similar fate much sooner given rapid forest loss.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
China
America
Chicago Board of Trade faces fight in Illinois legislature
The Chicago Board of Trade is under scrutiny in the Illinois legislature with supporters urging its preservation for stabilizing grain prices while critics blame the exchange and call for reform. The piece argues the fault lies with dishonest traders, not the machinery, and urges cleaner participation.
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Chicago Board of Trade
Illinois
Board of Trade
Chicago Tribune urges halt on pistol manufacture
The Chicago Tribune, a strong foe of prohibition, editorializes for stopping pistol production citing rising crime. It argues the measure would reduce firearms in criminals’ pockets, paralleling past efforts to abolish liquor traffic and applying the logic to whiskey control.
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The
Chicago Tribune
the Tribune
Disarmament Talk Faces Backing and Borah Distrust
The piece notes growing doubt over disarmament efforts and distrust of Senator Borah as a negotiator. It highlights Harding's reduced ties to Borah and suggests Borah's clout with lawmakers is waning while the League of Nations plan is rejected by the Senate.
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Borah
Egotiat
Ballyhooer
Harding
League of Rational
Senate
Nce
Corporate Prudence In Hard Times Urged By Letter
The author argues corporations should build reserves and avoid relying on high rates during downturns. He notes executives often take big earnings for themselves, leaving no cushion when business slows. Wise, conservative conduct mirrors individual business practice for a fair, steady average.
Milk use urged but dairy access limits raise issues
State health officials urge dairy consumption for children while practical supply remains a problem. In Pella cows are restricted near town, driving milk sales underground and threatening to push prices out of reach for many residents. Regulation may be needed to keep milk affordable and accessible.
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State Health Department
Pella
Health Department
Tax-free bonds amendment criticized by editor
The piece argues against Secretary Mellon and Representative McFadden proposing a constitutional amendment to bar tax-free bonds by states and municipalities. It contends such an amendment would tax bonds like other income, raising borrowing costs for cities and schools, and criticizes taxation principles and the added bookkeeping costs.
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Pella City
Mellon
Where They Tax Tidiness In Turkey And Here
A squib notes Turkish practice of taxing exteriors based on appearance, prompting contrast with American tax thrift. It argues fair taxation should reflect government benefits, while housing evictions and shacks persist to dodge taxes. The piece highlights housing reform and fairness in public burden.
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Turkey
Parade of the calf club observed in Oskaloosa girls’ parade
The Oskaloosa Globe discusses a playful reference to the girls’ parade and reprints a science club letter from Knoxville Iowa dated May 14 1921. It includes a mock analysis of a healthy man’s body detailing gases pencils fat and various elements to humor Florence the inquiring student.
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The
Oskaloosa Globe
Academy of Science
Knoxville
Iowa
Deer
Florence
Jon
Cautionary Roadway Cycling Advice From Aboard
A vintage style note warns cyclists to keep clear of dogs and wheel spokes. It advises smooth riding through grease mud to avoid skids and to apply gentle braking when cornering to prevent collapse and entanglement hazards.
Just for Fun Scene With Lights and a Police Coping
A street incident unfolds as a pedestrian warns a cyclist about riding without a light. The cyclist clashes, the rider knocks him down. A policeman seizes the cyclist, and another rider without a light collides with the officer before he can intervene. Then a final rider is cited in the ensuing chase.
Dark pantry riddle and restless child dialog
In a light fountain of domestic dialogue Lillian suspects a missing cake piece due to darkness Dorothy cannot sleep and asks for a song. A family quarrel with Burleigh’s presence leads to fatigue from dodging him as the scene shifts between hunger humor and bedtime weariness.
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Lillian
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