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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1921
Page
6
An item from Sadler Publishing offers Six Months of Their Chronicle at a price of one dollar. It lists the managing editor and indicates the publishing company name.
A Chicago undertaker faces accusations of profiteering for maintaining his establishment and paying an assistant while performing only five funerals in the year. The writer argues such restraint is commendable, contrasting it with broader death statistics and industry pressures.
The text claims President Harding acted without public knowledge to send representatives to draft a peace treaty with Germany, implying he doubted the cellar-window exit from the war. It suggests the new treaty was formed secretly to avoid admitting the strategy’s failure.
Secretary Mellon seeks authority to levy a federal tax on state and municipal securities currently tax free. If approved, cities like Pella and the Pella School District would face higher interest costs on bonds. Critics say it shifts the burden to the rich and spreads taxes to those less able to pay.
Secretary Cunningham of the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation told a picnic audience last week that the new tariff bill is a fraud and would not help farmers. He said for every fifty cents of protection farmers would pay two dollars, noting his Republican affiliation amid debates over tariff policy.
The government offers broad freedom to Ireland but requires formal allegiance to the empire. Irish leaders resist, seeking full independence without humiliating concessions. Activists at home and in America push for liberty, championing distinct aims over practical offers.
The article argues Des Moines street railway troubles reflect a broader pattern of corporate and personal overreach. It contrasts unwise spending by merchants, farmers, tradesmen, and manufacturers with prudent management, noting dividends and executive takeoffs during good times followed by financial strain when pinch points arise.
The piece contrasts corporate surpluses during fat years with lean times and criticizes the Des Moines street railway for lack of caution. It recalls U S Senate controversy over the Versailles treaty press access and notes alleged secret German peace talks linked to Harding and the Republican party.
Fred Bierman argues that 1941 printers trades offer big pay and steady work while noting a shortage, but the modern youth seeks money from real estate and autos. The piece critiques the idea of “sure work” and compares old time apprenticeships to today’s restless youth.
Proposals to burn corn for fuel in Iowa face higher coal costs and the Agricultural College study finds corn would be a losing option unless corn prices fall or coal rises. Freight rates and local supply issues narrow the gap, with no imminent payoff unless mine or rail strikes push coal prices up.
Dr W F Crew reported his Ford coupe stolen from in front of his office Sunday night and later abandoned on the south part of town. When found, one tire and several tools were missing from the vehicle.
The Gardei Cafe, a new restaurant on Franklin Street, opened for business Sunday. Dave Ver and Neal De Geus operate the venture, and the establishment promises clean premises and good service.
In a Broad way and West First Street tale residents pass a haywagon load of empty tar barrels between Ed Cook G H Waechter and Sam Van Vliet. The nocturnal trips stir racket while locals urge staying home and warn against roaming for joy or gain. Al Clark expects the post office to relocate to Thomassen's store under the new administration.
A smooth con man posed as a farmer and opened checking accounts at People's Trust and Savings, Oskaloosa National, and Farmers National. He forged Blackford signatures using blank checks stolen from Blackford Elevator, depositing $860 plus cash withdrawals at each bank, repeating the acts three times.
Mrs. W. J. LaBelle of Chicago visited the first of the week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Vander Linden. She is a relative of Mrs. Van der Linden who with her husband attended the Des Moines fair. The husband was recalled to Chicago and could not come to Pella.
Mrs John Branshart and her daughter Catherine visited her parents Mr and Mrs P D Wagaman at Prairie City over Sunday, continuing family greetings and news in a local social note.
A brief promotional note touts the Blade as the greatest family weekly, delivering essential news for business people, farmers, women, students, and children with guidance on various topics including economy and fashions. It advertises subscription pricing and a combination offer with The Chronicle by mail for one year.
A local advertisement touts 300 kinds of all wool suitings priced the same. Two piece suits go for 28.50 while three piece suits cost 32.50, highlighting variety and value for shoppers.
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