29 Mar 1917
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1917
Page
1
The piece notes public fear of past plagues like smallpox and typhoid, then argues doctors have weakened these threats through cleanliness and sanitation. It urges spending on a cleanup campaign and sewer systems to curb disease by addressing neglect and uncleanliness.
A column argues patriotism transcends money and taxes, noting tax increases, road upkeep, and Adamson Law impacts. It mocks civic windbills, praises public service, and urges residents to clean up and act, preferring practice over preaching while promoting community pride.
The piece laments costly folly in foreign ventures and domestic policy as pressures rise. It cites Von Bernstorff and conspirators seeking control in Mexico, warns against jingoism, and notes rising threats as spring nears and gunfire ominously returns. It mocks economic advice and recalls Nicholas Romanoff.
A bold editorial condemns the stalemate over railroad wage demands and the looming strike. It argues both capital and labor ignore the public, warns of higher freight costs, and urges Congress to regulate big business and prices to protect the people. The piece asserts the government will step in if needed.
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