This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1952
Page
3
In a brisk critique of President Truman the piece argues that his insult about presidential primaries revealed voters awakening to their power. It notes New Hampshire and Minnesota results showing eyes of voters opened and a determination to choose candidates.
The piece argues Iowa should retain the second license plate for cars, citing law enforcement needs and aiding recognition. It notes public demand and criticizes Red Cross fundraising rumors as harmful to morale, praising the Red Cross as a vital humanitarian force.
The piece cites Harry Truman's suggestion to limit congressional terms and quotes Adolph Sabath and Robert Doughton defending longer service. It notes a dismissive public indifference to representatives and questions reader accountability for a system allowing long incumbencies. It argues Truman's idea challenges entrenched habits and retirement thresholds.
Kefauver committee findings echo as Missouri passes a tough anti gambling law effective April 22. In Moline Illinois city authorities criminalize possession of a federal gambling tax stamp with fines up to 50 dollars daily. Iowa Attorney General Robert Larson led the charge against crime syndicates spreading nationwide.
Televisions will shrink with three to four foot screens, printed circuits, and transistor amplifiers replacing tubes. Transistors are usable now, wall projection shown in The Netherlands, U S competition may speed up adoption. Industry targets year 1953 with hundreds more stations and mass production to put TVs in every home.
A Minot editorial argues against forcing retirement at age 65 for company officials. It advocates intelligent retirement with review boards and notes some should retire earlier or later based on energy and vitality. It cites other editorials on television’s effects on children and urges parental guidance.
A brief glance at notes from The Chronicle reflecting on events from 10, 20, 30 and 40 years ago. Curiosities and highlights reappear as the memory lane reel turns, recalling local people places and moments that shaped the community.
Business men weigh July 4 plans but choose summer attractions after pledges fall short. Dandelion Day proposed. council action and petitions noted. Local baseball results with Pella and Oskaloosa, and Morningside vs Central. Road repairs, fountain bids, and health fountain ideas discussed. Moving of a barber, new dental demonstrations, and Dutch families settling near Eddyville reported.
A large auditorium at the high school heard emphatic opposition to proposed wage reductions for teachers and discontinuation of the health nurse. The city plans included a $50,000 memorial building bond, with a petition from over 15 percent of voters making the election necessary. A new band stand contract was awarded for $2,794 to Lautenbach & Son, due for early June completion. Additional notes mention local business changes, Arbor Day shrubbery gifts, and veterans’ post activities.
The Pelham high basketball team faced wet road conditions on the way to a game against Pleasantville, causing a delay as their car repaired after a mud filled route. reports from Plain Texas mention rain without damage to Willard De Winter’s Scout Chronicle column notes nine boys attended a Scout meeting.
Twenty years ago in May 1932 the issue noted a twelve page edition with a Trade Extension Auction upcoming. Welfare League spent over $200 in April aiding forty five families. Grimes Canning Co plant to operate in 1982 despite rumors. Scrip issued by fifty merchants to be redeemed at Community Auctions. Local events include dental talk by Dr Edmond on May 6 at WGN radio and a science program at Iowa State Teachers College.
In Pleasant View Idaho patrons voted 22 to 1 to send students to town schools, arguing consolidation is right though legal paths misstep. The piece notes residents would resist if forced, but increasing district population could justify keeping schools local under reorganizing law, which it deems flawed.
Ten years ago April 1942 marked Pella’s 8th annual Tulip Time with 22 pages of stories and pictures. A Dutch theme cover shows Uncle Sam and the flag. Anne Van Gorkum was to reign as queen with attendants Ruth Klein Janet Vande Kieft Marcia Ver Steeg and Theresa Wormhoudt. Henry D. Nollen, former Equitable of Iowa president, died in Des Moines April 24. Princess Juliana of the Netherlands would visit the May 18 commencement, while Radio KRNT Des Moines broadcast some programs. A note on Jacob De Haan and R Nemmers pilots precedes a future crash involving Howard Schweppe. Tulip artistry lingered in Garden Square Tulip Toren with Christmas-time lighting. War propaganda colored much advertising and a feature on Rosscreen’s record.
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Arter of Hudson Iowa died in a recent crash near Sycamore Illinois their car still bore Just Married signs in a tragic road accident reported locally.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.