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 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1935
Page
5
A large turnout is expected for a special April 15 election in Pella to approve funding a municipal swimming pool from electric light funds with a 0.5 mill levy. Proponents tout health and recreation benefits and say revenues will cover construction costs, while opponents may voice concerns.
Last Saturday a large crowd gathered in Leighton for the cornerstone ceremony of the new Ebenezer Reformed Church, replacing the fire-destroyed building from last December. Rev. J. A. De Jong and church groups participated, with Miss Anna Van Haaften detailing the program and participants. The Chronicle applauds the event as the start of a distinguished southeastern Iowa church edifice.
The Marion County allotment Committee states there is no restriction on contract signers wanting genuine sweet corn. They note prior press articles may have been misinterpreted and confirm assurances from the State Committee.
The Farmers Union Auxiliary will present several plays The Bridesmaid and Corn Fed Babies again at the Farmers Union Hall on Saturday April 13 at 8 00 p m Admission is 10 cents
The new IGA grocery store in Pella opened its doors with a packed initial bow under proprietor M. J. De Wit. Coffee and sandwiches fueled a welcoming crowd through Thursday night and heavy business continued Friday and Saturday with nine helpers aiding steady trade at the meat market. De Wit expressed appreciation for the patronage.
The New Ontra cafe owned by Miss Erma Walker saw heavy crowds at its formal opening Thursday with over 2000 items sold including coffee, ice cream cones, fills and dishes of ice cream. Day two brought continued strong business as locals visited for dinner and supper.
A Round Robin letter completing its mission marks the 25th anniversary of Central College's 1909 graduating class and the 26th wedding anniversary of Bert and another class member. Members replying include Dr. W Pietenpol and Prof. Forest Kingsbury, among others. Morris Nies is deceased.
Herman Kading, a farmer near Knoxville Iowa, died from injuries after being struck by a car driven by Kenneth Adams of Burlington as he walked along the road. Adams said Kading stepped into the path of the horn sounded. Kading leaves a widow and four children.
Andrew Buwalda proprietor of Buwalda Radio and Repair shop announces in this issue that his business has moved to the Van Den Berg Electric establishment. He invites both old and new customers to visit the shop at the new location.
The Pella Christian Civic Teague executive committee urged local service station operators to close on Sundays, seeking consent from employers or full control for non‑focal stations. A committee will obtain signed pledges. some stations already close, others pressure to close. The plan aims to rest the workers and promote sabbath observance, with signs guiding travelers to city marshall for service. The 4th of July celebration will proceed on the prior plan, with added efforts to engage youth, and Rev. R R Brown or Rev Pearson of Shenandoah are considered for services.
Orville Dykstra, son of Mr and Mrs F Dykstra, was honored at the University of Iowa in a large ceremony. He was among 16 Supreme Court Day contestants awarded a prize and introduced as a new member of the Order of the Coif. The event recognizes legal merit and scholastic standing in the Iowa Law School.
The Pella High School glee clubs present Tulip Time a Dutch operetta in two acts at the high school auditorium on April 16 and 17. The story follows American tourists led by Professor McSpindle in a Dutch village during a holiday as theft rumors surface and Ned and Dick scheme to win the girls while Aunt Anna helps clear the professor.
Waechter Lumber Co announces a Tuesday demonstration of Enterprise paints varnish and enamel with a special sale. On April 16 ladies will be offered free decor with enamel on one item and a varnish sample to every family. full details in the ad.
Southend merchant Jim Van Dusseldorp promotes a free coffee event at his store next Saturday. The advertisement promises Oh Oh coffee for all visitors and a special combo offer of a pound of coffee plus a sack of Larrabee flour at a substantial saving.
Irwin J. Lubbers president of Central College argues for a municipal swimming pool in Pella. He cites personal memory of a drowning incident and his sons as reasons, asserting a pool offers healthful recreation that builds body mind and character and can guide boys away from harmful pastimes. He stresses no quarrel with opponents and frames pool as a blessing for youth.
Four evenings of devotional and evangelistic services will be held at the Baptist church Tuesday through Friday next week. Rev Ralph Van Anda of Iowa Falls will be soloist and song leader. The theme mirrors Sunday sermons The Challenge of Jesus Christ. Public invited.
A letter urges approval of a ~$12,000 city pool project funded by a mill levy, with the location within Pella city limits not West Market Square. It argues funds come from a state budget loan, retained by the light district, and promises free use for some, season tickets, and affordable single admissions. It cites youth recreation, local employment, and reduced river swimming hazards as key justifications.
A transatlantic Graf Zeppelin voyage to Rio de Janeiro with 16 passengers and 50 apes leads a list of events. A San Francisco hotel murder investigation follows an auburn haired woman found dead. four die in a Nether lands airways crash near Bruclon. Senate inflation bloc pushes to remonetize silver and veterans’ bonus. Fremont Clark, wounded in an operation, shows progress toward sight restoration. Corneal transplants from a stillborn baby aid a blind eye. The Hurd case twists with new charges against Bertha Hurd. A war mobilization bill nears completion as Roanoke delivers a direct attack on Roosevelt. Tax payments tally $1.62 million with corporations contributing $241k. Huey Long’s comeback wanes as mail drops. Iowa grants tax reductions totaling $520k on 147 properties. Cedar Rapids liquor raids yield pleas. one man fined. Two trains ferry farmers to Des Moines convention. Hauptmann defense perjury trial slated for late April. Optometry advice links flirtatious eye motion to exercise. Gallup rioting results in multiple murders and a sheriff’s death. Hoover aids reunite in New York. Hanover engineers test a vacuum-like street cleaner. Goebbels proclaims Germany’s aim to reclaim lost territories.
City of Pella Iowa schedules a special election for April 15 1936 at regular polling places from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. The measure asks transfer of funds for constructing and maintaining a swimming pool and levying a tax. Mayor G Fultz signs proclamation on April 10 1985.
The Pella High School will add Vocational Agriculture next year with a new teacher, funded partly by US and state support. All 24 current teachers were reelected with minor pay raises. bonds will be paid May 1, and a community night class for farmers or American Government for non citizens may follow if interest exists. The district plans increased practical education and extended year coverage. The High School Band trips to Knoxville for a music event, with 180 instruments, and an April 26 joint orchestral performance in Pelia are noted.
A very brilliant meteor of the aqrapell type fell on the evening of March 24 at about 7 30 pm in the eastern part of the state. Detonations were heard in several towns including Independence Fairfield Ottumwa Creston near Webster City. Readers are asked to leave their names at the Chronicle office if they saw it.
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.