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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1915
Page
6
A Pella Chronicle opinion piece discusses Gladstone’s view of tax laws, arguing laws taxing labor hinder industry. It contends road construction could bolster defense and production, warning against spending on armaments if war is avoided. It promotes mobilizing transport to rapidly move troops if needed.
Judson Maxim, inventor of war implements, told the Kansas City Commercial Club that the United States must build a powerful navy and a large army to deter defeat and humiliation, arguing that current spending yields little return. He questions relying on European models and notes Germany’s subs have not achieved decisive results.
The text argues against a defense budget rise of 500 million dollars yearly and proposes a road plan. It cites agriculture data on macadam roads and outlines spending five billion dollars to build 100 highways from Atlantic to Pacific, with twelve mile spacing. It reflects a stance on national preparedness and infrastructure investment.
Ex president Taft warned that bankruptcy could threaten popular government due to ignorance of incomes and outgoes. The era editorial counters that the danger lies in thrift and willingness to cut spending, urging national saving, patriotism, and deferring to the national welfare over party gain.
The execution of Joseph Hillstrom in Utah drew heavy press attention. Hillstrom, linked to a labor organization, claimed Swedish citizenship and faced intervention from the Swedish government. President Wilson had urged Utah’s governor to delay the sentence due to international implications.
The article discusses the refused petition for clemency in Hillstrom's Utah murder conviction, noting strong direct evidence and Hillstrom's alibi failure. It criticizes violence in labor conflicts, urges unions to promote economic reform and nonviolent methods, and calls for restoring natural resources to the people.
Mrs. I. J. Beerends of Pella recounts chronic kidney distress with backaches headaches and poor sleep. Doan's Kidney Pills relieved her symptoms after other doctors produced no results. Available 50 cents at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N Y.
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