31 Oct 1907
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1907
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment notes the editor and business manager roles at a Marion County, Iowa publication dated October 31, 1907. It mentions a negative value, possibly a price or balance, and names the town Pella in the context of the county.
A reflective editorial warns that poor harvest results from bad seed both in grain and in character. It argues moral integrity as essential to crop success and stresses responsibility in farming and conduct.
Exports climb while imports fall leaving markets calm. Only 50 to 60 complaints have been filed against violators of the child labor law in effect since July 4, 1906. A Nova Scotia valley district reports a 700000 barrel apple crop, though the northern and southern road networks do not extend that far.
The rising flour price drives people to bake more corn bread, a shift framed as a potential health benefit. The saying It is an ill wind that blows nobody good is invoked to note mixed effects of the change.
President Seerley of the State Normal School warns that fraternities are an outgrowth of gang instinct and likens their influence to a looking glass and a hammer in the hands of a baby, describing them as a danger in schools for youths.
The Keokuk Gate City reports an explanation noting that any airborne object resembling a cross between a child's toy and a day of judgment is likely one of the balloons entered in the international races at St Louis. The remark frames the chaotic air during the event.
Widespread concern over microbes in butter contrasts with the public fondness for butter. The note recalls that microbes act as fermenters and, without them, bread would be scarce, underscoring the era's baking dependence and curiosity about food science.
The Iowa Central and the Minneapolis and St. Louis lines posted notable income gains. Iowa Central saw net income from operation climb by $130,000, about twenty percent, while Minneapolis and St. Louis reported an increase of $90,000, roughly twenty percent.
Pension Commissioner Warner issues annual report noting a 16000 decrease in pensioners on the rolls at year end 1906 compared with the previous year. It marks the greatest decline in the bureau’s history.
A Waterloo effort seeks to inaugurate a cash paying system among all food traders including meat markets grocers bakers and milk dealers. Supporters claim universal cash payments would materially reduce the cost of maintaining the establishment.
The lease clause states that the lessee covenants not to cook cabbage or onions on the premises. If cooking occurs, regardless of quantity, it shall work a forfeiture of the lease and all rights under it shall cease upon declaration by the lessor.
The article notes the Middle West’s significance to the nation and describes how the western states, buoyed by soil and commerce, mobilized funds to assist Wall Street during a crisis, hoping for renewed prosperity in the financial center.
The piece denounces a protest by Des Moines College students who hung an effigy of another college president amid a state convention vote. It calls the act anarchistic and demands an apology, arguing the mob used extraordinary measures to express anger over the Convention’s decision.
The Iowa law governing saloons, a compromise after prohibition, faces enforcement as mobs disrupt Davenport repeatedly. Davenport limits include 10 a.m. closing and 2 p.m. Sunday hours, while other towns allow later serving. The Iowa City Republican weighs why Davenport should not gain privileges beyond other cities.
DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills promoted to ease backache and weak kidneys. Advert says remedy supports bladder health and related urinary discomfort, urging readers to try the product.
The Cedar Rapids Republican quotes President Roosevelt saying his policies aim to punish dishonest prosperity and that he will persevere for the remaining sixteen months. He stresses turning on the light to expose wrongdoing and rejects demagogy or reactionary opposition, insisting honest success benefits the nation.
The first all steel fire proof passenger coach enters service. It features a 12 inch structural foundation, inverted U rib design, 24 inch circular aluminum sash windows, and minimal wood. Weighing 89,300 pounds with 200 pounds of wood, it offers extra aisle width and a dust screened fresh air system.
Local drug and bazar stores list DeWitt's Little Early Riser Pills for sale by Langerak's Drug Store and Vander Linden's Bazar, indicating available over the counter remedy in the area.
A romantic but bashful twenty five year old man and an older widow woman discuss mothers in law during a quiet chat. He reveals his mother died when he was young, causing a tender moment and culminating in their happiness together.
DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Haze Salve advertised as effective for minor and severe burns, scratches, and bruises. Sold at Langerak's Drug, 405.
In a brief Chicago News note Edith, visiting with her grandmother, comments on rural scenery saying it looks almost as natural as water scenery, praising the landscape in a light, casual exchange.
If you take DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills you will get prompt relief from backache weak kidneys inflammation of the bladder and urinary troubles. A week's treatment for 25 cents. Sold at Langeraks Drug Store and Vander Lindens Bazar. 40 5 The Chronicle for neat Job Printing Prompt delivery.
If taken patiently and persistently will relieve the most obstinate cases of indigestion constipation bad blood bad liver no matter how long standing Hollisters Rocky Mountain Tea will do 35 cents Tea or Tablets F D Stuben rauch.
The city council of England Arkansas passes an ordinance leasing the municipal electric light and water plants for six years. An inquiry into the action yielded the reply that the town could not operate them profitably and it would be a losing game to run them itself.
The United States consul at Athens says Greece restricts telephony and treats it as a loss to the government. He argues private enterprise, if well financed, could win a favorable concession from the Greek parliament on the condition it would build and operate an efficient system.
An elderly patient recovering from surgery overhears a doctor's dosing joke about half powders. He then recalls a tale of a Newfoundland dog sold for $25 and later bought two puppies with the money, prompting the doctor to remark the recovery is likely. This brief moral tale frames a note of humor amid medical care.
A mother reports her baby’s distress eased after giving Case syrup from Langerak's Bazaar. The product allegedly calmed the child’s crying and restored health.
Practice in all courts with special attention to writing and probating wills. Collections made. Office on south side of Park, phone residence 12, office 28 in Pella.
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