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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1933
Page
1
The writer defends expressive religious emotion at meetings while arguing for a fair tax system. They critique the push to replace property tax with gross income and sales taxes, noting many properties generate income and should be taxed. The piece supports taxing all income producing property for equity.
Opinion hinges on whether one participates in what they approve or condemn. Some praise Sunday films as sermons teaching morals, while others condemn their harm. The piece urges separating the good from the bad and embracing wholesome offerings.
A group discussed why attend church if one spends afternoons at shows or baseball games. They debated whether going to church and then entertaining company or gossiping about neighbors harms more, suggesting both bad habits and wrong attitudes matter.
The Simpson College situation raises questions about trustee authority and student rights. Advocates of personal liberty criticize governance while supporters claim the college may regulate morals consistent with its Christian character. The clash centers on good and harmful influences of student practices.
The majority of voters re elected Mayor Fultz and the Chronicle editor who opposed him two years ago now notes his busy tenure. He pushed economy and tax cuts while keeping the city progressive, leading to needed improvements and one of the lowest tax rates in several years.
The notice argues for cuts to non essentials in schooling and greater focus on reading writing arithmetic. It recommends testing high school students on the three R's and endorses E J Coggins idea to teach penmanship, asserting youth currently lack handwriting skills.
The passage recalls a time when banks were closed for a holiday and institutions faced a crisis. It notes speculation blamed on leaders and the breakdown of currency values. It argues that money became valueless when not used, affecting owners and the broader economy.
The piece argues about repeated charges of hypocrisy within churches. It contrasts critics with earnest believers, notes ministers defend the church’s higher ideals, and discusses the impact of hypocrisy on the church’s mission while noting the public demand for accountability.
A brief note recalls two Chronicle dates 1903 and 1913 tied to Flight O'Tyme. The entry marks the years as milestones in the publication’s archival sequence, noting a recurring feature and its historical context within the Chronicle.
Thirty years ago items note Rev A T Dunn’s death in Waterville Me brother of Mrs W Kru ger of this city William Lille of Otley dies after paralysis while painting residence John Van Hemert and John Verought repair Neye room east side square for meat shop Fire in Keables drug store shed extinguished City council names C Van Cleave as city marshal John De Cook deputy marshal William Schreiner city engineer and A C Kuyper city clerk Cleveland celebrates 1000 automobiles Roosevelt reportedly appalled at postal fraud shakeup New local baseball team to Chicago for uniforms Two new machines worth 6000 installed in Central college electrical laboratory Porter block sold at auction to G H Wormhoudt for 6665 00 Question if city should have a new fire chief as A P Vander Meide elected alderman in third ward Dr A J Nossaman adds microscope to office Sybenga bakery painted and papered.
A collage of local impressions critiques and editorials. Merchants push Sigourney bread brand to boost home shopping while citizens sign odd petitions and discuss saloons, taxes, and civility. It notes cabals of politicians and daily-life quips from Temple to Pella.
The Chariton Leader notes that beer’s return may reduce dairy business, mirroring the pre 1919 era when prohibition boosted dairy sales. It warns of indirect and direct harms, including poverty disease and crime in 1933, though many doubt these claims and demand proof.
The Indianola Tribune notes a strong push to abolish tax free securities yet praise for their lower borrowing costs remains. It argues taxpayers save via reduced interest, while critics blame the system for tax avoidance by wealthier groups during tough times. The piece observes widespread opposition among non holders but little progress on abolition.
Twenty years ago in 1913 Stubenrauch’s celebrated the second year in their new building, opening their fountain and adding features. Marion Le Coc of Pella high school won first in the declamatory contest at Tame. About 2,000 attended the opening of the lost Motor Co garage and coffee was served. Fire destroyed oats at Otley’s A. T. Van Houweling elevator containing between 6,000 and 7,000 bushels. Deaths included Mrs. D. Goemaat and N. Brouwer. Other notes: Miss Margaret Van Niewaal returned to Iowa Falls high school after a visit. De Wild’s house struck by lightning causing $50 damage. A. Waechter & Son tore down old shed to build a new lumber shed. Albert Van Houweling building an open air sleeping porch. drinking fountains reinstalled on square corners. W. W. Sadler welcomed a baby girl on March 31. John Bosveld had a fainting spell on the way to work. a son was born to Mr. and Mrs. C. Rens. Mrs. A. Veldhuizen had a fainting spell.
A retrospective list recalls early Pella life with Henry Gerel starting as a 13 year old blacksmith helper and local figures such as R R Sadler and sons acquiring the Ella Chronicle. It records 1870 71 deaths from the Pella Weekblad including Mrs Major Post W Terpstra and J Kolenbrander with many ages and names.
Dr William J Scholes argues for a balance of common sense and science in infant care. He contends strict adherence to three hour feeds and fixed ounce rules can starve babies, urging individualized nourishment based on each infant's needs despite age and weight.
A landmark in Jeypore India resembles a giant musical instrument as wind through its cork stone niches creates singing tones. An American engineer tracing the mystery showed the porous stone design acts like reeds drawing air for the eerie song.
In a brief exchange, Doris questions if he is half witted while Half Witted Dick deflects with a joking remark about his uncle. The excerpt plays on a punning banter highlighting social interaction and humor.
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