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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1916
Page
6
A call to abandon the shorthand Xmas draws a lively discussion, likened to a Roosevelt era stance against trivializing names. Proponents argue clarity and respect, while opponents warn against overreach and censorship, noting long-standing usage and public familiarity.
The speaker urged greatly increased production and proposed a tax on land values to unlock idle or underused land for productive use, aiming to reduce the current high cost of living.
Report from Oskaloosa states Penn severed athletic relations with Central College, a move not yet confirmed by Central’s athletic association. The piece defends sportsmanship while noting unsportsmanlike players and rowdy sidelines, asserting Central often beats Penn in basketball and baseball and that Penn excels mainly in football.
The piece argues that tariff protection will collapse as farmers demand parity with manufactured goods. It warns that broad protection creates illusory gains and eventual public backlash once all sectors are protected, leading to a push for free trade and the removal of tariffs.
The Knoxville Express expects little from Mr. Harding on enforcing prohibitory law while The Journal rebukes that stance and urges equal vigor under Governor Clarke. It points to Marion county liquor sales, Hawkeye mining camps, and reads that Sheriff Cronkhite and County Attorney Shinn are aware. The Chronicle pledges to press for law enforcement, regardless of party, and urges moral principle over politics.
A comment urges temperance supporters to prioritize statewide liquor control over party labels urging earnest workers to set aside favoritism and unite for real reform. The remark underscores the need for practical action over partisan allegiance.
An editorial argues the close House balance should curb partisan lawmaking. It notes Wilson era policies and pork concerns, urges bipartisan leadership, and suggests replacing James Mann with a constructive speaker if Republicans win the majority. It calls for nonpartisan business to empower the president with reliable legislation.
Ames state school leaders push unification with Iowa's University system. The Chronicle urges merging Ames Agricultural College with Iowa State College and the Normal School into a single State University of Iowa to end duplications, save funds, and boost prestige. The Capen Commission findings are cited, endorsing consolidation over continued rivalry and multiple campuses.
Mrs I J Beerends of 810 W Liberty St Pella says kidney trouble caused constant backaches fatigue and disrupted sleep. Doan's Kidney Pills relieved the pain and symptoms after prior remedies failed. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sponsors.
Poetic meditation giving thanks for blessings and guidance through life. It praises Thee for days of joy and gloom, for nature's messages, and for healing grace. The speaker resolves ongoing praise beyond Thanksgiving Day.
Mrs B O Irwin of New Kensington Pennsylvania urges mothers to keep Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at home. She says sleepless hours were spent until the medicine provided relief for her son Edwin when used as directed. For sale by F D Stubenrauch.
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