Missouri Boom Sparks Debate Over Harding Presidency
A Missouri correspondent reports a presidential boom for Gov. Harding. The writer reflects on press ethics and the duties of editors, recalling trouble with receiving the Chicago Tribune and the newspaper's explanation about their mailing list. The piece questions why delays persisted despite the supposed fix.
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Missouri
Harding
Palladium
Lberly
Chicago Tribune
the Tribune
Tribune
Pella Merchant Gambell Moves to Cash Sales and Cut Prices
The Pella community is urged to thank F. R. Gambell, a west side merchant, for switching his store to cash sales and lowering prices. He introduces a small package delivery charge, arguing customers pay only for the service they receive, with war-time economizing urged and hopes others follow to align local prices with those in other cities.
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Pella
F. R. Gambell
West Side
Gambell
Potatoes Waste Spark Fear Of Market Disruption
Chicago papers report hundreds of bushels and other produce dumped as refuse by commission men who refuse imperfect goods to avoid lowering prices. Shipments are wasted despite a record crop, with critics calling for harsh action against those who waste food.
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Chicago
Great Lakes States
Germany
Victory for equal suffrage shifts national outlook from New York
The New York election victory for women’s suffrage signals broad political impact. It strengthens expectations that federal constitutional amendments will follow, with New York’s 43 House members and two senators likely to back reform, influencing conservatives nationwide. Iowa faces a chance to redeem itself by resubmitting suffrage, aligning with national movement.
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New York
House of Representatives
Congress
Iowa
Reconsideran Extraordinary Session to Repeal Primary Law
The Chronicle argues for an extraordinary Iowa legislature session to repeal the primary law. It contends leaders have neutralized its purpose, eroding freer candidate choice and nonpartisan governance. It warns partisan politics now harms state and local government and praises a future with nonpartisan policies.
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Iowa
Congress
The
Chronicle
Debate over Iowa primary and better selection through convention
The speaker argues against retaining the present primary and favors a convention where candidates reveal themselves to delegates. They claim war times require the best men, and primaries let in small candidates who merely top the ballot.
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Iowa
War Sacrifices and Aid for Captured Soldiers
An editorial honors Iowa men who died in early European battles and notes two dozen total American casualties. It urges support for Red Cross and Y M C A efforts aiding prisoners of war, stressing patriotic duty to contribute and assist wounded and captured soldiers and their anxious families.
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Iowa
Red Cross Society
Samaritan
Red Cross
Socialists blamed for disloyalty in wartime campaigns
An editorial accuses United States socialists of disloyalty during wartime elections in New York and Chicago. It argues pro German and anti American support harms the movement, urges suppression of a treasonable organization, and warns loyal Americans to resist the foe within while opposing war opponents. The piece notes a large vote for the socialist mayoral candidate but stresses vigilance and martial law as possible responses.
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United States
New York
Chicago
LaFollette
Germany
Brotherhood of Men
America
Greater
Dean's Kidney Pills Ad From Pella Reader
Pella residents report relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills as a remedy for back pain and tiredness tied to kidney issues. Mrs. L Wielaard of 119 Marion St. praises the product’s effect, noting improved kidney function and steadier energy. Sold for 60 cents at dealers nationwide. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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Pella
Dean
Dry towns and tramps in a comic travel talk
A commercial traveler jokes about Leavenworth Kansas being dry unless bitten by a town snake. A factory worker explains missing work as illness. A boy questions Mrs Stubs about fending off tramps, prompting a witty exchange about a doctor and a bicycle ride.
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Leavenworth
Kansas
Barking dogs and proverbs clash in a language mix
A boy refuses to eat leftovers while a French visitor encounters a barking dog. The host reassures with a proverb about barking dogs not biting, but the Frenchman questions whether the dog understands the proverb, highlighting a humorous exchange between language barriers and instruction.
Foot-Ease Offers Comfort to Troops in Drill Stations
Men drilling for national preparedness find comfort in Alien's Foot-Ease used in shoes to reduce friction. It freshens feet and eases tired swollen and tender feet, blisters and corns. Also recommended for foot baths and cited as used by British and French troops.
Trusted Remedy for Children’s Ailments Promoted by Mother Gray
The advertisement touts Mother Gray’s Sweet Powders for Children as a eighty year trusted remedy. It claims to ease colds in 24 hours move the bowels and destroy worms, noting it has long been used in thousands of homes.
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Mother Gray
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