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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1918
Page
6
The editor note appears stamped as second class matter at the post office in Pells, Marion County Iowa. It implies official mailing status for a local publication item and confirms the entry location Pella Iowa. The record captures a small archival detail about newspaper handling and postal classification.
The speaker questions how a Kaiser ruling by divine right can abdicate and critiques slow repairs on Main Street. A colonel notes war will not be won by a typewriter, while the President’s critics gain no advantage. Despite peace talk, 250,000 U S troops are sent to France monthly until the Kaiser surrenders.
The president urged renewed Democratic support urging Americans to trust the ballot to back his policies. He claimed the public has faith and should give him what he asks at the polls.
This week announces F. W. Reynolds as candidate for the board of supervisors. Reynolds is well known in Pella, a long time resident of the Col Ridge neighborhood, a good Democrat and competent for the supervisor post. His opponent resides in Knoxville.
The Knoxville Journal notes that after their service overseas the boys will fill life timer positions in the courthouse. It urges leaving current efficient officials in place until military personnel return and offices are reassigned.
The Journal notes no objection to democratic candidates for Marion county board of supervisors except the joke that if elected, a ruler could draw a ten mile line northeast of Knoxville to strike all three members. It argues people will accept capable leaders regardless of home locations and hints most residents don t know or care where the board members live.
Despite droughts in the southwest, Iowa aims to deploy aid programs to farmers. Officials say relief will target affected counties and seek quick distribution of funds and resources to stabilize planting and harvest prospects.
The U S Bureau of Crop Estimates reports Illinois surpasses other states with a 37.4 bushels per acre average, ahead of nearby competitors. The year’s seed corn conditions improved due to local seed testing and survey efforts.
From present prospects the coal situation this winter promises to be but little better than last winter. True, more people have filled their coal bins to overflowing, but that has a tendency to make them careless in its use. Keep a watchful eye on the coal pile, save all you can for Uncle Sam. There are several "coal saver" preparations on the market. They have been reported to be very good. Try a package on your coal and see how it works.
Knoxville Journal notes growing dissatisfaction with life terriers at the courthouse and predicts notable upheaval when the boys arrive for the election. The item conveys a tense mood and anticipated political action ahead of the polls.
The piece argues that a national leader without vision opposes Wilsons war aims and weakens America. It praises President Wilson as having the larger vision and a global program for mankind, urging all Americans to support him until peace is achieved. The message frames support as patriotic beyond party lines.
The Newton Record accused the city of mistreating Camp Dodge soldiers visiting Newton. The Chronicle counters that the band asked for no pay, two sick members were cared for, a $190 fund was raised for the concert, and hospital bills were sent to Camp Dodge. The Chronicle demands an apology and cautions against libel.
The President asks voters to elect a democratic majority to aid him in enacting war measures. Some Republicans accuse him of defaming the party, but he says loyal Republicans support duties to the country. The Des Moines Register notes the critical week will decide war and peace. The outcome hinges on whether the nation approves the president’s appeal.
The piece argues that criticism by Lodge and Fess reflects Republican campaign aims to obstruct the president’s program for world peace. It claims Wilson seeks unity and decisive leadership, while critics would rather pursue war against Germany. It notes a rift with Roosevelt, Lodge, Smoot, and Penrose, and warns that a Democratic victory would assign blame to the Republicans.
Ad claims Adler-Ika mixture with buckthorn bark and glycerine flushes the entire bowel tract instantly, relieving sour stomach gas or constipation and purportedly prevents appendicitis. Marketed by Vanier Linden's Drug Store with doctor and patient reactions noted.
Iowa leaders project a $4,610,000 state quota for the United War Work Campaign to aid soldiers. The drive, organized at Wilson's request, unites Catholic Protestant Jew and Gentile across 15 districts with seven groups providing comforts of home to troops.
An advice note by F. D. Stubenrauch promotes Chamberlain's Tablets to aid digestion for a beautiful woman. Eat lightly of meats and take an occasion dose to strengthen digestion. price 26 cents.
Adel Van Drimmelen eighteen married James Lowe seventeen in Iowa City on September 14. Both Central College graduates, she teaches at Runnells high school while he serves in the Radio division at Great Lakes. Central friends extend congratulations and best wishes.
The June primary nominated Burton Russell of Adel for one of the district judges under the non partisan plan. E W Dingwell was also nominated but withdrew, leaving Russell the sole Adel candidate. Russell, 45, a local attorney, has 17 years practice, taught to fund college, and is praised for integrity and ability by The News of Adel.
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