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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18
BUY AT HOME.
If Every Dollar Possible Was Spent
at Home All Would Prosper.

Did you ever stop to think what a
convenience it is to have a full line
of good retail stores at home in our
own community?
1t enables people. to see goods at
any time before paying down money.
In that way the purchaser detects
many faults that could never be
found in buying from a catalog cut.
Furthermore you get your goods
when you want them without bother.
letter writing, or without the fa-
tigue of journey to big city and
tramping all over it's streets. 1t is an
economy of time, car fares, human
energy.
Furthermore, you can do your
shopping at your leisure, when you
are in a mood for it, rather than in
the haste and furry of trip out OF
town. In our home stores you take
all the time you want to talk over
your purchase and inspect goods. You
Cdu pOSltlNSly dSSuiC sOuiSSiL sA0S
you are buying right.
Furthermore you get more person.
al and intelligent attention in a
home store than anywhere else. The
proprietors and clerks must please
home trade, or get out of business.
1t is human nature to take more
pains for people that are known than
for strangers. The home merchant
will go the utmost limit to give sat
isfaction for defects in the goods,
and without irritating red tape.
If we want to draw in new resi-
dents, everyone must do his share
to provide them with the convenien-
ces of retail trade. The only way to
do this is to patronize the home mer-
chant.
1t is the good fortune OF this COM
munity to have line of finely
equipped and attractively stocked re-
tail stores. But if every dollar pos
sible were spent at home, these
stores could grow faster, put in full
er assortments, employ more clerks.
Thus they would contribute to the
convenience of every resident, and
add to the prosperity of every prop
erty holder.
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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18
IOWA ONLY STATE
NOT BORROWING
Stands Alone i'm Financial Position
Among United States of America.
LOAN BOARD
GETS GREAT SURPRISE.
Hawkeye State Expected to be Among
Most Liberal Patrons of Govern
ment Financial Institutions.
Farmers of Iowa Not
in Need of Assist
anCe

Washington, July 16.-The federal
farm loan board in Washington is
very much excited. When it was de-
cided by Congress to lend national
money to the poor, struggling far
mers" of the United States, of course
Iowa was expected to borrow it's full
share.
But these gentlemen were destined
to be greatly surprised.
Th first report of the federal farm
loan board up to and including July
1, shows that every state in the Union
has borrowed some money from the
federal loan iboard-that Isl every
state except Iowa.
The farmers of Illinois have bor-
rowed $25O,530 within the past few
months or since the federal farm loan
board has been in operation. Indiana
has borrowed practically half mill
lion dollars and Wisconsin, Michigan
and all of the other agricultural
states have borrowed on up to as
much as $1,30O,O00, which was
loaned to the farmers of Texas.
And Iowa borrowed nothing at all.
When the federal farm loan board
held its first meeting in Iowa about
six months ago, it's members were
entertained by the Greater Iowa AS
sociation. During the course of the
meeting Colonel French, president of
the Association, told the distin-
guished visitors that while we could
extend every courtesy TO them in
Iowa, at the same time he was quite
sure that if the national government
had sent a commission out here to
Iowa to borrow money from the Iowa
farmer for the national government,
they would make better progress
than if they came out here offering to
loan to the Iowa farmer money from
the Federal treasury. This remark
was greeted quite generally by a
laugh from those present, but it be-
gins to appear that colonel French
knew what he was talking about.
When it comes to being absolutely
solvent, Iowa is in class by herself.
When an Iowa farmer wants to bor-
row money, he usually borrows it
from the local bank. And incident
ally this same Iowa farmer usually is
stakeholder in the bank from which
he borrows his money.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18
MANY SILOS ON IOWA FARMS.
Big Steps Toward Increased Produce
ton of Silage-5,OOO New
Silos.

Ames, Ia, July 9.-Through the
erection of 5000 new silos this sum-
mer, Iowa farmers will make new
contribution toward increased food
production of at least billion addi-
tional pounds of silage. Practically.
80 per cent Of the livestock feeding
value of the corn crop is wasted when
the stalks are left standing in the
field, which means that one-third OF
this billion pounds of silage repre-
sents absolute gain.
An average of so silos to the coun-
ty or about 5000 new silos will be
built in Iowa this season, according
to extension authorities at Iowa
State college who have travelled ov-
er the state and are in close touch
with the situation. The average Iowa
silo holds about 100 tons. This
means that 100000 tons, or one bill
lion pounds of silage will be con-
served in the 5000 new "feed
banks" With hay worth SO ton,
as it is this year, silage fed with
corn is worth Sc ton, say the Ames
animal husbandrymen. This makes
the total amount of additional silage
saved worth some S3,000,0OO. Fed
with corn this would carry 2OO,ooo
beef cattle through a 100 day feed-
ing period or would feed 100000
dairy cattle through the cold months.
Besides these 5000 new silos'
Iowa has at least $4,000 others built
in preceding seasons. The total OF
$4,000 silos will conserve 2,SOO,OOo
tons of Stage, worth perhaps $l6,-
500 900 and enough to carry mil
lion head of beef cattle through a
100 day feeding period.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18
TELEGRAM RECEIVED
THIS MORNING
Hon. James b. Weaver, of Des
MOines Will Speak at Red
Cross Picnic i'm DecOrah
Next Sunday.
GREAT PROGRAM AT
DECORAH'S CITY PARK
DecOrah Band and SOlOists Will
Furnish An Excellent Program,
All for Benefit of Red
Cross.

Cross.
Next Sunday will be a big day in
Decorah. Mr.. Ben Bear received a
telegram this morning from Hon.
James b. Weaver, of Des Moines,
stating that he would be here next
Sunday and deliver an address for
the Red Cross. Mr.. Weaver is a
son Of the late Gen. Weaver, prom
inent in Civil War days, ex-congress-
man and once candidate for presi-
dent. Mr.. Weaver is known as one
of the prominent speakers for the
Red Cross, in fact he is the director
for the Red Cross work in Iowa.
The address will start at 2:30, so be
sure to be on hand early. The band
will play preceding the address. The
elegant program printed below will
assure everybody Of most delight
full day. Remember, next Sunday,
July %, afternoon and evening pro-
gram. Mr.. Weaver will speak only in
the afternoon, so don't miss this. The
following program speaks for itself.
Afternoon Program, 2 O'Clock.
Alteration, Sacred March :.
2-The Golden Dragon, Overture.
3-Selection by the Congregs tional
Church Choir-Mrs. W. c. Adams,
Soprano; MSS Jennie Edmunds,
Contralto; Mr.. Dave Hill, Tenor;
Mr.. B. H. Adams, Bass.
4-Our Nominee. March, Esberger
5-Gloria, From Mozarts 18th Mass
6-Prison Scene, From ii Trova-
tore Verdi
Mrs. Tiliie NJ. Hogan. ALERT X,
Larson. Band Accompaniment
7-Battleship California, March.
Crosby
INTERMISsION
S-Consolation, Sacred March. -.
.............. Miller
I'm Camp ........ .Dalbey
10-Asthore Trotere
Clara NJ. Hoyt of Guthrie, Oklahoma
(Band AccompanimenD
11-Gallant Zouaves, March. King
I'm a Woodland Glade, Caprice.
$40. ...... HOlmeS
13-Aloha De farewell to Thee
-. Arr. by H. G.. Spotswood
14-Up With The Flag, March 80.
Crosby
15-Community Singing by the au-
dience accompanied by the band
Program .:3O to 9:3O p. NJ.
1-Dominica,e, Sacred March. -.
Chambers
Past and Present, Overture
49,. Daloey
3-For All Eternity .......
....... Angelo Mascheroni
Mrs. Tillie Nj. Hogan
(Band accompanimenD
4-Shoulder Arms, March. -
Down Honolulu Way .....-
...... BURNETT and Burke
6-Khaki Bill, March ..........
Harry l.. Watson
Leonard Larson
(Band accompaniment
THE Call To Arms, March
Walter Roife
INTER MISSION
S-Missionaire, Sacred March
Miller
9-Med.ey War Songs ......
.......... McCosh
10-On To Victory, March, .kleter
lid Live Or Would Die For You
.......... Ernest r. Ball
Leonard Larson
(Band Accompaniment
12-Come Out In The Moonlight,
Serenade t....... .StlcKney
13-Uader The Rose ..... Blanke
14-National Emblem, March
Bagley
15-Communitv Singing by the au-
dience accompanied by the band.
Bring this program to the concert
with you.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

The railroads of the United States
used 12S,2OO,OOO net tons of coal in
1915. This amounts to about "a per
cent Of the total output. The bitum-
inous mines furnished 122,OOo,Ooo
tons which is 2S per cent OF their
production, and the pennsylvania
hard coal regions 6,2Oo,ooo TONS
approximately Z per cent OF the to-
tai production.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

Formal announcement was made
by the war department. Friday that
oS7 900 men will be selected from
those who registered on June s. for
the first national war army a1d to
fill up vacancies in the national guard
and the regular army.
The quota of men which western
states will be required to furnish
follows:
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

The Goodyear Rubber company
has planned an advertising cam
paign for 1917 that will cost W.
600 900. which Is pretty good In
dication that business with tnat
great Akron, O., concern will out
class all past records.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

"Time to take a hint from the Pli-
grim fathers advises the Burning
ton Gazette, when succotash ana
hom my made up the humble board "
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

The most valuable pears are per-
fectly round in shape; next comes
the buttonshaped then the drop OF
pear-shaped pearls.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

A metal box into which an mean
descent lamp can be inserted has
been patented by an Idaho man ior
warming beds.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

Prunes. when stored in warehous-
ee. become welded into solid masses
that have to be attacked with PICK
and shovel when they are to be re-
moved.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18
Enlistlnents.

The table from which the net
quotas were compiled shows that all
enlistments in the national guard ald
the regular army up to June 80 have
been allowed as credits. The instruc-
tion to governors from the secretary
of war accompanying the table directs
governors of the various states to al
lot the state quota as given among
the exemption board districts, so that
each board in each district will know
the number of men to be furnished by
the district in filling the state quota.
Contrary to the expectations the
government has allowed credit for
the total strength of the national
guard, including ali those men who
were in the service prior to April l
and who have been retained.
Guards Allowed For.
The figures are given as follows:
Total strength of the national
guard on April 1, 1917, 1922.
Enlisted in the national guard be-
tween April 1, ald June 80, 1885,
I719.
Enlisted in the regular army be-
tween April / and June 80, 117,974.
Total credits allowed for, 465,-
,9S5.
This means that according to the
estimates of the government othcials
the United States now has enlisted or
under arms approximately 467, 900
men classed as war volunteers and
therefore constitute credits to be al
lowed to the states from which they
enlisted.
To Go on Waiting List.
A definite place in the waiting list
| for selection to the new nauonal
army will be given every one OF the
millions who registered, it became
known today. Those called first for
service, will have their places in line
filled by other registrants in order
A separate number will not, OF
course, be drawn for every one VINO
registered, but each number taken
from the box will call for the selec-
tion Of more than 1000 men, or one
from each of the registration DIS
tricts
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

Gasitis is a disease which results
from too much talking.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-07-18

The wise man will not disturb a
setting hen nor Quarrelsome wo-
man. h
Evening star., 1917-05-20

The human system can stand about 20
much continuous labor and no more,
without deterioration.
Il II not economy to put additional
burdens on the department forces now,
and every bureau chief doubtless knows
the fact well. The official responsible
for the work would prefer to have ten
more clerks In . division than to ask
the fifty clerks already there to work
two hours longer q day. Better results
would follow. Furthermore, the pres
ens situation may not be merely tempo
rary. The governments work may di-
minish somewhat after the war, but it
will not return to the old basis. The
scale has been enlarged permanently.
More clerks have been needed in any
case in most Of the departments and bu-
reaus for some time past.
Just as soon, therefore, as Congress
can attend to this matter provision
should be made for increasing the cler-
ical forces. This cannot be long post
poned without seriously affecting the
health Of the men and women who are
now working hard to keep the official
records and mails up to date. The pub
lie interest demands that the welfare Of
the clerks be considered, for they are
a valuable adjunct Of the government in
this crisis.
Evening star., 1917-05-20

his bit in the treneAes. There are many
who hope to ses his wishes grasifed.
They think, as he does, that his presence
in France ct the head Of fighting force
would hearten the allies all along the
line.
Unless the third-term tradition fol-
lows other traditions up the spout, Mr..
Wilson is scheduled to retire from the
White House in little less than four
years. By that time surely the war will
be over. But many Of the results Of the
struggle will be in hand for action, and
leading statesmen everywhere busy with
readjustments Of one kind or another.
Here will be Mr.. Wilson's chance 10
serve, as Mr.. Roosevelt and Mr.. Taft now
are serving. As one who was in Office
while the war shook the world, he will
have large knowledge of matters and be
able to counsel as to what America
should do in the new conditions. We
shall want to play a conspicuous part
in the new world, and be able to take =
place in the front rank of forward look
ing nations. And, Of course, Mr.. Will
son, thus equipped, will be ready with
his advice as the country may need it.
Evening star., 1917-05-20
Enlarge the Department Forces!

As speedily as possible the govern
ment's department force should be in
creased to the point required by the
pressure of war work. Probably legis-
lative authorization is necessary in or
der to increase the clerical forces, and
it should be sought and secured as
quickly as the needs of the administra-
tion are ascertained. Meanwhile it may
be requisite to put additional work on
the present force in some of the bu-
reaus, but it should not be regarded as
a permanent method and condition of
administration.
The government haS proof of the fact
that overtime work is not economical.
The Department of Labor recently is
sued a report on the findings Of Brit
ish commission which inquired into the
question Of overtime in the industries
in England, and which reached the con-
clusion that the addition Of hours to
the laboring day did not yield benefit.
There is no difference in this respect
between clerical aud mechanical work,
Evening star., 1917-05-20
From the New York World.

From the New York World.
Russia becomes an inviting field for
a new autocrat, who, II imposed by
Germany, will make the Romanoffs ap-
pear benevolent. The American COM
mission may be too late to remedy the
mischief already done. but its journey
should be expedited in the faint hope
that a great people, naturally Inclined
to democracy. may be saved the desper,
ate choice between slavery and an
archy.
From the New York Times.
The Root commission. IL 1t were now
In Petrosrad, might be looked to as q
steadying and saving influence. but it's
arrival there Is still some weeks dis
tant. and the disintesration is evident
ly rapid.
From the Philadslphia Ledger.
Russia and ireland keep the world
guessing.
From the Philadelphia Inquirer.
In Russia 1t appears to be q case Of
''oR again. on again. gone again."
From the Baltimore American.
Among Russia's needs is liberal
supply Of backbone.
From the Chicago News.
Russia is not only deciding its mate
rial future, but its reputation for CEN
turies to come. No nation can afford to
brand itself as q gutter.
Evening star., 1917-05-20
The President and Congress.

The visit of Senators GaHinger, Lodge
and Knox to the White House has caused
much agreeable comment. They are mel
with full information about public af
fairs in general, and such affairs in par
ticular as Congress just now is consider
ing. Mr.. Gallinger and Mr.. Lodge are
veteran legislators. Mr.. Knox, with
some experience in the Senate, has had
an experience Of four years in the State
Department, and is a prominent mem
ber Of the American bar. On every &C.
count they are well worthy the Presi
dents attention at time when party
politics has been laid aside for business
of a truly national and non-partisan
character.
Gossip has it that the President is but
freshly advised of feeling entertained
outside as we'll as within congressional
circles that he has appeared to be in
different to the views of senators and
representatives, whether Of his own
party or the other; that he has bestowed
upon men out of Office attentions and
condolences to which men in Office were
entitled; that out Of his indifference
has grown a spirit of resentment in both
parties in Congress, and that change
of policy on his part would help things
Whether there has been much or no
reason for this feeling, it will undoubt.
edly help If senators and representa-
tives should become more frequent call
ers on the President; if the country is
assured Of an effort to promote team
work between the President and Con-
gress; if condolences about public af-
fairs are freely exchanged between the
two and opinions taken.
Since Mr.. Lincoln's day, the President
achieving the greatest success in deal
ing with, Congress-not merely in the
matter Of "having his way"-was Mr..
Mckinley. He knew Congress from sue
eessful service in the House. He ad-
vised frequently with the members of
both houses, receiving their views and
giving his own in return. As result,
friction was infrequent; and the Presi-
dent was influential as an official and
popular rs man ON Capitol Hill.
As Mr.. Wilson has never served in
Congress, he necessarily lacks the spirit
Of comradeship which stood Mr.. McKin,
ley 50 valuably In hand. But closer
acquaintance with members will aid him
and If he is on the point of establish
ing that it will be a good augury for
the future. -
Evening star., 1917-05-20
THE NEW WAR TAXES.

From the Utica Press.
On the theory that this is every
body's war. everybody either directly
or indirectly will help to pay the bill.
From the Pittsburgh Press.
It Is to be feared that the politician
hnanoiora Of the ways and means COM
mittee have not soberly enough con-
stdered the question how much Of q
tax burden the business Of the country
can carry without seriously suffering.
From the Boston Post.
In the main this colossal tax plan will
prevail. as 1t deserves to. It will bring
home to all Of us the stern truth that
we are at war and that we must face
heavy taxation to pay for 1t.
From the philadelphia Press.
Under the new tax law 1t is going to
cost an extra nickel to see q base bah
game, but when the Philadelphia clubs
are playing 1t Will be worth it.
Evening star., 1917-05-20
HEARD AND SEEN.

The old man who leaned AGAINST .
tree in front Of the automobile garage
seemed to take great deal of interest
in what the young couple in the bright
little black car were doing. Also the
young couple seemed to be utterly OBJ
livious of anything In the world ex-
cept that they were there and that the
sun was shining. They had come to
the garage to get i've gallons Of gaso-
line, and the man, after a look OF
alteration into the eyes OF the girl, re-
luctantly went into the garage to at
tend to the purchase.
The old man leaning against the tree
took this in closely. He also noticed
that while the boy was filing up the
tank in the rear OF the car the young
man was leaning over the door OF the
listening closely to what he said. Then
he noticed that the two leaned close
together and kissed one another very
sGood-bye. honey DEAR" said the
Goodbye. dearest" said the young
And with that the man went into his
Office near at hand and the young wom-
an began to make preparations to start
II do like to see young people happy"
volunteered the old man against the
tree.
The young woman smiled.
Yes, don't care what you say. young
peoples happiness is certainly beauti-
full thing"
The young woman, fumbling with the
self-starter, acquiesced.
Suddenly the old man held out his
hands.
Look at 'em," he said.
They were all red.
whats the matter?" asked the young
woman.
HAD blood poison
isn't that awful"
yep" Then he started suddenly on
new tack.
"You wouldn't believe it. I'm a great
grandfather"
NO. Are you?"
yep. 1 have had lots o. trouble, too.
That's why I said like to see young
people happy. Trouble COMES soon
enough"
The young woman agreed with him
and said she and her husband had ex-
perienced considerable trouble also.
"Rich and poor alike. I don't care what
you are; every one has trouble"
yes" said the young woman with a
little sad sigh, trouble cannot be
yes" the old man shook his head.
"I got troubles now. Lady, was think
ing Of going over across the street to
get q cup of coffee. Don't you want to
help me along toward getting 1T"
And with that the young woman
opened q pocketbook and gave the old
(P. S.-The old man takes up his sta
Evening star., 1917-05-20
An Old Question Solved.

While raising many new questions, the
war is solving some old ones. Take, for
instance, the old question as to our ex-
Presidents. There was long debate,
tinctured with humor, as to what should
be done with men who after filing the
highest Office in the land had retired to
private life. One suggestion was that
they should not be permitted to retire
to private life; that the country should
benefit in some definite and continuous
way by their large experience. Why
not, it was proposed, make them United
States senators, and keep them on the
pay roll and busys
The war has settled the matter in the
cases of Mr.. Roosevelt and Mr.. Taft.
Though not in Uncle Sans pay, they
are active about Uncle Sans business.
They are giving him the full benefit of
their experience and prestige.
Whenever and wherever these men ap-
pear they are most cordially received.
Both are urging the fullest activity in
the prosecution of the war. Mr.. Taft
discusses the question largely as a law
yer, though with some knowledge of
military matters derived from his serv-
ice in the Philippines and later in the
War Department.
4 Nr. Roosevelt, who is not a lawyer,
nor vi trained soldier, has much to
Say atput the soldiers task. He is eager
to put on the soldiers uniform and do
Evening star., 1917-05-20

From the Philadelphia Ledger.
The very last thing which our coun-
try must do is to paralyze business or
to freeze at its source the capital nee
essary to carry on business.
From the New York Times.
Congress must not frame a tax law
that Will kill the bond market.
From the Brooklyn Eagle.
It 10 drawn on logical lines. It Is
intended to reach and virtually does
reach every citizen in q way that he
can understand. It balances contribu-
tions demanded from capitalists by
others demanded from workers.
From the st. Louis Globe Democrat
II would take a whirling dervish to
dodge all OF those new taxes. *
From the Boston Transcript.
1t is becoming evident that the only
perfect tax is the one that the other
fellow pays.