Letter and Poetry Reflections from 1917 Chronicle
A citizen writes about supporting the war effort through Liberty Bond purchases and letters to American troops. He expresses pride in teaching Germany under Uncle Sam’s “school of humanity,” contemplates writing more for the Chronicle, and notes a desire to write if life allowed, signing off with “Yours.”
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Mr. Young
Uncle Sam
Chronicle
Uncle Charlie
Pella
Germany
America
School of Humanity
Memories of Pella by C M Moore and friends in Omaha
Poem recalling childhood memories in Pella Iowa with Lizzie Emma Hattie Ella and Ray. Describes Dutch community gatherings in a July Fourth blaze and a night of fire and fear, mentioning Peerys daughter Ben and Gardner's prayer and McClatchys mill.
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Lizzie
Emma
Hattie
Ella
Pella
Omaha
Iowa
Ray
Village Memories From Pella to Des Moines
A nostalgic lyric by Charlie Moore recalls Moore’s Hill, East Market Square, and local figures like Ella Lizzie Emma Hat as generations laugh at old jokes. The piece traces circus days, schoolyard scenes, and friendships from Pella and Des Moines with fond, homespun affection and a vow to meet again after life’s trials.
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Hattie
Emma
Lizzie
Ella
Pella
Des Moines
Charlie Moore
Letter From Switzerland Describes Hard Winter Here
A Geneva letter dated October 18, received in Pella last Friday, details Swiss shortages and ration cards for bread, meat, eggs, and butter. It notes high prices, limited goods, and plans to aid refugee women via the American Guild while expressing concern about a lengthy war and its impact on civilians. It also mentions helping three homeless children and arranging aid for soldiers in France with supplies.
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Geneva
Switzerland
Pella
America
Germany
American Church
Turkey
Mr. T
France
Fall For a Weak Stomach Advice Column
A health tip advises adopting a diet suited to age and occupation and keeping bowels regular. When overfull or constipated, take one Chamberlain's Tablet as suggested by F. D. Studenrauch.
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Chamberlain's
F. D. Studenrauch
Cliff and Cave Dwellers Use Bone Knives and Fiber Vessels
The cliff dwellers used deer bones for knives and made utensils from pottery jars and fiber casks with a varnish like coating. Although prehistoric, cave dwellers existed in many eras, and the Horites took their name from living in caverns and subterranean homes.
The Worst Evil Quote on Government or Anarchy
A stark assertion compares government failings to anarchy, arguing that even a bad regime cannot match the chaos and danger of ungoverned rule. The remark frames order as essential to prevent society from collapsing into lawlessness.
Universal Military Training Gains Lawmakers Support
The National Security League reports 157 House members and 39 Senators favor Universal Military Training as the permanent military basis, with only a small opposition. New advocates include Rainey Johnson and Tillman among others, while several z senators and representatives voice strong endorsement and see self preservation and educational value in training.
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House of Representatives
National Security League
Congress
League
Carl Hayden
Arizona
Rainey
Illnois
Moores
Indiana
Bruckner
New York
Johnson
South Dakota
Wood
Cantrill
Kentucky
Greene
Massachusetts
Siegel
Robbins and Strong
Pennsylvania
Blanton
Texas
Reed and Cooper
West Virginia
Senate
Security League
Newlands
Nevada
France
Maryland
Tillman
South Carolina
Shafroth
Colorado
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Grenna
North Dakota
Kirby
Alabama
Vardaman and Williams
Mississippi
The
Pomerene
Ohio
Hardwick
Georgia
War Work of the Y W C A Aims to Help Soldiers Families
A wartime report details the YWCA and YMCA cooperation with the War Department to enforce laws and support camp life. Iowa's share is 130000, Seventh District 25000 for Camp Dodge hostess houses aiding soldiers families. Emphasis on housing for women workers and moral welfare, with social workers and nurses aiding both in the United States and France. A court meeting is announced to discuss further actions.
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Congress
Your Mews Christian Association
Young Women’s Christian Association
Young Men’s Christian Association
Young Women's Christian Association
Iowa
Des Moines
Camp Dodge
Battle
France
John R. Mott
International Committee of the
Marion county to hear Des Moines speaker on work
A meeting is scheduled in Knoxville on Saturday November 24 at 2 80 p m inviting all interested in the work in Marion county. A Des Moines speaker will attend to answer questions and provide information about the work.
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Knoxville
Marion County
Des Moines
C. W. Foster
Scott Township
Mahaska County
Iowa
Shaska County
Fosterdale
Sioux Falls Woman Demands Draft for Husband
A South Dakota woman in Sioux Falls asked the War Department to draft her husband, claiming he has evaded service due to marriage. She states he is useless and does not support her, arguing the army will either make a man of him or end his kin.
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South Dakota
Sioux Falls
War Department
Wallaces’ Farmer
Iowa
Wallaces
People’s Popular
Saparts
P'Ople
Elephant's gait remains a cautious walk at pace
The elephant can neither trot nor canter and its movement is limited to a walk, though it can be hastened to a quick shuffle when needed. The description notes the animal’s pace as deliberate rather than energetic, emphasizing gradual movement over speed.
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iRise
Puritan Drug Co
C. M. Moore
Moore's Hill
Hamiltons
Stallards
Hat
Charlotte
Congressman Ratney
Congressman Bruckner
Congressman Woods
the People's Popular Monthly
Denver
Colo
Ernest Swensen
Swensen
the Chronicle
White Way Auto Co
Globe Vulcanizing and Welding Works
International’ of] Co
Poland
China
G. B. Ver
Domestic Supply Co
Dept
Binghampton
N. Y
Sully
Holland
Gerrit Wisgerhoff
James Engle
Metz
A. Kool & Son
Cordova, Iowa
L. E. Corlett
John Sheets
Ray Sheets
I. M. Reed
Peoples Trust and Savings Bank
People’s Popular Monthly
Pella, Iowa
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