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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1908
Page
8
A Sunday School lesson from October 11, 1908 summarizes David's reign, Jerusalem as capital, and Israel's growth. It notes David's desire to build a temple, God's counter message via Nathan that the temple would not be built in his era, and God’s promise of blessing to David despite the temple's construction being postponed.
A historical ad touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative that relieves constipation without pain or irritation. It claims daily, safe bowel movements, helps digestion, and is endorsed by named individuals. free samples are offered to readers who request them.
The passage reflects on God's guidance of David from shepherd to king, promising a lasting dynasty and an everlasting king, Jesus, the Messiah. It envisions a rebuilt temple by David’s son, gratitude in prayer, and the value of sharing desires with God, trusting in divine promises, and worshipping anywhere, blessing generations.
Des Moines June 5 1908 a 59 year old janitor at the Manhattan Building tested Cliff Easy Timers after decades of constipation and failed treatments. He credits real relief to the sample provided by a building tenant and urges others to seek the product at leading drug stores including Vander Linden's Bazar S F Cole DeWitt's Little Early Risers and Langerak's Drug Store.
The table shows cost of living up 49 percent while wages rise only 19 percent. Frank W. Hitchcock urged a five million dollar increase for letter carriers as living costs rise, while senators and representatives saw a 60 percent pay hike to keep offices accessible to average families.
Rochester Union and Advertiser cites Senator Burrows and the 1896 Republican Platform to argue the party's four year record has harmed economy. It quotes claims of panic, blighted industry, factory closures, reduced wages, stalled enterprise, and crippled American production, urging government rescue.
A critical political pamphlet style item cites speeches by Mr Shaw and Mr Aldrich noting the 1907 crisis as the severest forced by Republican policy. It highlights soup houses, unemployment in Pittsburgh and Chicago, and calls for a change as Colier's Weekly discusses tainted campaign money and Du Pont influence.
It cites a Republican cry that the tariff will be revised by its friends and quotes Representative McCall of Massachusetts. He says if revision cannot occur with two thirds of both houses Republican, then when will it come. The piece argues revision would occur only if beneficiaries of high protective tariffs surrender their vast advantages, tying it to wage concerns.
A Bridgeport Connecticut sewing machine costs 35 to 40 dollars locally while the same model sells in London for 20 dollars. The argument stresses the need for a tariff to shield manufacturers’ business in London from overseas competition.
The Springfield Republican argues that Sherman’s early public actions to attract national attention were audacious if not insolent. It cites his 1908 appeal to Harriman for campaign funds and notes Harriman’s then lesser notoriety. The piece links the nomination to a broader view of Republican fundraising and political conduct in the era.
In response to your invitation, John Mitchell states his judgment that Bryan's election would serve national interests. He argues Bryan has the better platform and will follow it if elected. He also says Taft is handicapped by the predatory rich backing his campaign.
Cascasweet, a well known remedy for babies and children, is advertised to quiet the title one in a short time. The bottle lists its ingredients and it contains no opiates. Sold at Langerak's Drug Store, qo 44.
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