Banks Stand Pat in Currency Flurry Editorial
A dated editorial notes most banks remain fixed in stance amid a flurry of currency moves. It critiques hesitation and calls for decisive action from financial institutions to stabilize markets.
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14 Nov 1907
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Pella Chronicle in Pella, Iowa
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
1
Nashville Goes Dry as the South Moves Toward Prohibition
Reports indicate Tennessee city Nashville has adopted dry laws as part of a broader southern push toward prohibition.
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South
Nashville Tenn
Turkeys Suspect Visitors in Yard and Value Their Worth
A humorous note recalls how turkeys scrutinize all arrivals in the yard and seem to sense their own value, own pride, and wary stance toward strangers.
Don't Hide Your Money Editorial Remark on Readership
The New Sharon Star editorials caution against hiding money but state the piece is not aimed at newspaper men and imply readers do not typically have money hidden, reflecting a tongue in cheek stance.
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New
Sharon Star
Beekeeping Advice for Winter Inspections and Storage
It advises inspecting each hive before winter and storing them properly. Suggestions include placing hives in a dry cellar or protecting them outdoors to prevent loss during cold months.
Farm harvest yields dip this year despite higher value
The corn wheat and oats harvests are lower than last year yet the total value of crops rises by 324 million dollars. The higher prices offset reduced tonnage, lifting farmer spirits despite disappointing yields.
Scarce Thanksgiving Turkeys After Cold Wet Spring
Spring weather killed many young turkeys reducing supply. Prices are expected to reach about 35 to 40 cents by year end as demand remains steady and farms struggle to restock.
Iowa farmer on his land cares not for bankers' sleep
The Knoxville Express notes that eastern bankers and business men may fear changes, but the Iowa farmer owning $100 land and with money to spend rests easy aside from hogs grinding more corn into pork, highlighting rural resilience over financial jitters.
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Knoxville Express
Iowa
Protest Leads to Ad Adapting Rules for Open Cars
A strong protest against railroad orders barring advertising on cars has yielded a concession for shippers. If an open car is used the shipper may place any advertisement on the load, the Herald reports.
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Herald
Dainsville Sees Oil Potential Amidst Drilling Pause
Residents note that drilling crews reportedly struck oil in paying quantities and have halted work to secure more options. Local stakeholders urge not to hinder progress and advocate selling options quickly to open the well and develop the oil industry.
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Dainsville
Ministers salaries and living costs rise burden on churches
The article notes growing talk about ministers salaries not matching living costs. It argues churches face increasing demands on clergy as prices rise, and cautions against causing embarrassment to those who have already shouldered the burden of spiritual service.
Expositions, chautauquas, and public discourse split over funding
The piece critiques declining exposition attendance, loss of newspaper advertising due to anti-pass and rate bills, and saturation of expositions. It argues religious and educational aims drive lasting chautauquas, citing Allerton as a successful example with lectures by Gearhart and Holden, and warns about graft and the need for honest public oversight. It notes Washington influence and the complexity of congressional labor amid a bustling civic scene.
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Saturday Globe
Stores Should Close Later For Winter In Pella
A letter argues that towns with 3000 plus residents often close stores by 6 pm in winter. Pella clerks seek 6 30 closing. bankers and factories already end at 6. The writer warns late hours harm home life and republic safety, urging community support for better development and educational opportunities.
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Pella
Republic
The
Chronicle
Chautauqua Idea Seen As City’s Great Benefactor
The chautauqua is presented as a potential major boon for Pella, not vaudeville. It traces to a Chautauqua Lake site once a camp meeting grove, bought in 1874 by the Chautauqua Sunday-school Assembly and now devoted to Sunday school and educational meetings.
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Pella
Washington Post denounces the people’s lobby as a sham
The Washington Post condemns the so called people’s lobby as secretive and parasitic. It argues Congress is under oath while lobbyists hide, and asserts the press as watchdog keeps Congress honest in daylight. It warns against an underground influence over public policy.
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Post
Washington
Congress
The
Washington Post
People’s
People’s Lobby
People
Eee
Motorman Delights Riders With Pedestrian Hen Ride
Berkshire streetcar motorman Bratchey operates between North Adams and Cheshire Massachusetts with a pedigree chicken named Marietta riding on the fender and leaping into the vestibule during trips. A rural passenger marveled at the feat claiming he has 300 chickens, while Bratchey asserts Marietta flies onto the car and then back to the street with graceful timing.
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Bratchey
Berkshire Street Railway
North Adams
Cheshire
Mass
Marietta
Following Her Lead at a Denver Dinner Table
A Denver woman seated to the hostess’s right at a eight-person dinner tried to sort the cutlery for each course. She chose utensils as she pleased and found others did the same. Several women admitted they also followed her example, guessing at proper pieces.
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Denver
KODOL Digestant Promoted for Dyspepsia Relief
Reliable safe digestant KODOL touted as best remedy for heart burn belching and digestion troubles. Pleasant to take and relieves promptly. Sold by Langerak's Drug Store and Vander Linden's Bazar. The Chronicle offers neat job printing and prompt delivery for business stationery.
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Langerak
Vander Linden
Hidden Treasure In Bible Story Unearths Lost Bill
A man describes hiding money in a Bible as dangerous yet practical and recounts finding a $20 bill tucked between pages during a visit. The owner remembers no such placement, suggesting it may have been placed by an earlier relative who has passed away.
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Pills Sold at Local Stores
A brief advertisement notes DeWitt's Little Early Risers as the best pills made and lists Lang erak's Drug Store and Vander Linden's Bazar as places selling them.
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DeWitt
Langerak
Vander Linden
Thomassen Practice in All Courts Pella IA Card
Geo J Thomassen offers general legal practice in all courts with special attention to writing and probating wills. Collections made. Office on south side of Park in Pella Iowa. Residence phone 121 and office phone 28.
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Pella
Gc. C. Welsh
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