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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1908
Page
1
The notice credits SADLER SHUTTS CO as issuer for the Thursday edition, naming EpiTorR and H J SHUTTS as business manager.
A collection of aphorisms and political witticisms referencing William Jennings Bryan, market advice, habits, and social observations. Highlights include Bryan gathering support in New Jersey and general exhortations to mind one's own business, avoid bad habits, and beware civic neglect.
The note expresses glad receipt of a season ticket to the National Corn Exposition and asserts the event will be worthwhile for any attendee to attend.
The next regular meeting of the State Board of Health and the State Board of Medical Examiners will be held at the office of the Secretary, Capitol Building, Des Moines, October 13, 14, commencing at 9 30 a.m.
The Knoxville Journal showcased a blue and brown cover for Home Coming Week, running from Monday through Saturday, with the issue praised as a credit to the newspaper.
A satirical snapshot references Seattle dispatch on Siberian Eskimo village freezing death, a wife selling DIY furniture polish, and cabinet member Richard Olney urging cross party support for Bryan. Mentions October Farm Journal style humor and Republican reactions to Olney’s statements.
A Register and farmer letter argues that good corn prospects will not push prices down due to high demand and no reserve in sight. The writer wishes reports would reward all good farmers with fifty or more bushels per acre, noting some will exceed this.
A local farmer urges selecting corn that matures earlier than his usual variety. He cites variability in weather, noting 140 days of good growing conditions might occur, but fears if cold snaps reduce the actual season, referencing Prof. P. G. Holden's recent article on corn for guidance.
The claim for damages against the city of Springfield totals over 264000 dollars following the riot weeks ago. The report notes the incident was costly financially and morally, reflecting broad impacts on the city and its leadership.
The Newton Herald notes Springfield might have voted differently in last spring's local option, avoiding damages claims. Walter Wellman, a renowned Republican writer, says Taft will win but Republicans face the fight of their lives. The piece argues the campaign tests the party's persistence, use of government for private ends, and distrust of people rule.
An authentic report notes a car maker sold 42 machines in 1908 to farmers within a post office radius and a census found 122 autos in or near a town of about 3,000. Fairgrounds show steady auto influx from the country, mostly bought with spot cash by savers of time, not riotous spending.
The text argues that best results in public schools require not only competent teachers but also sympathy and cooperation from parents. It stresses that parental involvement can influence children’s education and overall school success.
Promotional piece on Dr. R V Pierce and his Golden Medical Discovery, claiming high purity glycerine extraction from Golden Seal root yields curative properties for weak digestion biliousness and related ailments. It emphasizes alcohol free formula, endorsements from medical books, and cautions that it will not cure advanced consumption.
The Newton Herald notes that harsh fault finding by parents harms children since schools are designed for their benefit. Yet constructive cooperation with teachers aids the school and benefits pupils, which should be the priority in discussions about education.
Cor. Boston Herald reports on Dutch child labor in manufacturing towns where low wages force families to rely on children. Despite a law banning under sixteen work, many boys exit school at twelve and enter factories, waking before dawn for meager meals and long shifts, often returning home late and hungry.
DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve promoted as the best remedy for piles. Sold at Langerak's Drug Store, located at 40 and 44.
An advertisement proclaims no product equals De Witt's Kidney and Bladder Pills, urging readers to buy at Langerak's Drug Store located at 4044.
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