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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1923
Page
1
The piece argues the Democratic party's past stance on imperialism amid U S Philippines policy, notes Democrats missed a chance to grant independence, and asserts Filipinos seek independence while the United States would be better off without them.
A strong push for swift, high profile penalties against top bootleggers and hotel owners is urged to deter illegal liquor sales. The author argues imprisoning prominent offenders will deter criminals more effectively than targeting numerous lower suspects. A millionaire brewer or hotel keeper on the rock pile is suggested to halt talk of lax enforcement.
Railroads fight motor buses to protect passenger business as courts become battlegrounds. Public sentiment soured years ago by railroad conduct, but leaders now pledge service while facing dwindling sympathy. Outcome uncertain as Iowa roads expand to year round motor transport.
About 200 Marion County school maams attended a study center at Pella, hosted by the State Teachers College extension staff. Most were under thirty, signaling rapid turnover in the teacher corps. A busy program plus a noon excursion up town showed a lively gathering with hopes others will share tales with their pupils.
At the national American Legion convention in San Francisco last week a resolution denouncing the Ku Klux Klan was defeated 815 to 142. A Klan supporters' resolution, seen as an endorsement, also failed amid a roar of no. The body then adopted a resolution opposing any group fostering racial, religious, or class strife and taking law enforcement into their own hands, calling such acts un-American and against Legion ideals.
In a prudent stance the Legion refused to become involved in the clash between the Ku Klux Klan and the Knights of Columbus, a move seen as aligning with the defeated resolutions. The organization includes members affiliated with both groups.
The article discusses racial and credal inclusivity within the Legion and notes Knights of Columbus involvement in anti Klan activities. It mentions a candidate for national commander allegedly using Knights membership for personal gain and contrasts Klan behavior with the Legion's broader objectives.
The Chronicle rejects Klan tactics while opposing foreign religious influence and masked groups. It defends Prohibition as constitutional, denounces liquor advocates, and urges adherence to moral righteousness and lawful government. The piece warns against conceding to rum sellers and calls for united action against oppressive powers.
The narrative recalls Saturday remarks by Old Case Van Synpost about flies at a school event and jokes from the soldiers’ reunion. It notes Daisy’s death, school children, dope to keep flies off, and conversations with Case about sermons, politics, and a bootlegging case. The piece also comments on bill distribution in Chariton and Otto Mathes as the noted local distributor.
Twenty years ago the grand jury reported numerous indictments for maintaining a liquor nuisance. Byron Shafer and Maggie Adams were married. Hattie Klynses left the Chronicle typesetting force. Potatoes scarce locally, plentiful in the country. farmers seek better prices. First frost of the season occurred October 18. An eleven pound daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Art Van Roekel on October 21. W G Vander Ploeg, a young attorney from Otley, planned to open a city law office. Mr. and Mrs. Luke Vander Lin-
State governors from across the Union gathered in Indiana to discuss enforcing the prohibition law. Most align with federal policy, but a few opponents from Wisconsin and Louisiana voiced dissent. Local immigrant populations from southern European stock fuel resistance, while temperance supporters argue enforcement will prevail as illegal alcohol networks fade.
The Knoxville Journal clipping invites amateur theologians to debate scriptural ages from Genesis to Isaiah. It claims Jesus Christ forged human salvation on the cross and urges readers to work out their own salvation, noting God’s constancy across yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
October 22 marked a golden anniversary for a local couple. Dr H C Payne earns praise as a college X ray expert. Mrs Ver Steeg, 68, injured in a Howell area runaway crash, treated at her daughter Mrs Wm Visser's home. Postmaster Keabies forwarded a Chronicle clipping to Rep Hull urging rural carrier pay rise from 600 to 720 dollars. Central football tied Newton 5 0. Knoxville claimed victory though protest possible.
Section men on the Chicago Great Western between Waverly and Sumner tamping a tie released a snake then another and killed them. They split the hollow tie and uncovered a nest. Fourty two rattlesnakes, from eight inches to a foot long, were killed in the discovery.
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