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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1940
Page
3
Local clock of life items from Pella and nearby towns record Legion corrections for Boys State, hospital visits, factory injuries, family gatherings, travel to Davenport and Detroit, a new job, a birth, illnesses, and community events. Notable names include Nellie Ryken, Mildred Vander T, Bert Roclofsen, David Nelson, Henry Vander Zee, and Hal Birch, with references to Des Moines Ames Sioux City and Town-state College activity.
On April 2 Miss Mary Veen turned 77, April 5 birthday of Mrs. D Ver Meer at 63, and April 6 Miss Gertie Plender reached 61. Visitors include Mr. and Mrs. Martin De Jong of Peoria and Mrs. K P De Jong with others, as well as Mrs. A Awtry and Mr. Henry Welle.
Roy Herman Dodds of Pella Marion County Iowa is adjudicated bankrupt. First meeting of creditors will be at 10:00 AM on April 18 1940 at the Referee in Bankruptcy office 317 U S Court House Des Moines Iowa. Creditors may attend prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. Dated Des Moines April 6 1940. Ray G Fountain Referee in Bankruptcy.
Iowa Press Association guests toured Bankers Life Insurance Co. of Des Moines new six floor structure described as thoroughly modern with no pillars, cork insulation, air conditioning, framed by glass block windows and a granite exterior. The building houses quiet business machines, automated lighting, copper internal plumbing, and a large basement boiler room, with an estimated cost near one and a half million dollars.
A description of regional Dutch dress from De Streek between Hoorn and Enkhuizen. Notes on the West Frisean cap, pale blue tulle crown, rich lace, and ornate pooten details. Men’s dress with fluffy hat and silver clasps contrasts with women’s Walcheren style beukje, kerchief, curls, and typical features.
Hollis L Bybee announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination in June primaries to continue serving as Auditor. He asks for votes and support if his administration has earned approval.
Govert T. Clark declares for County Treasurer on the Democratic ticket in Tam at present a farmer and former Auditor for Red Ball Grocery for several years. He appeals for support from Democratic voters.
A notice from Rank Clark declares candidacy for Marion County supervisor pending the June Democratic primary. He seeks voter support and outlines upcoming campaign aims for local governance.
Hugh W. Lundy announces candidacy for nomination as State Senator representing Marion and Monroe Counties in the 16th District. He seeks Republican primary support and reflects on his first term in the State Senate, noting general approval from voters and soliciting continued trust.
Clarence A. Kading announces his candidacy for Marion County Attorney on the Republican ticket in the June primary. He notes current service in the office and his close attention to its administration, urging voters to support him.
L F Bousquet announces candidacy for County Treasurer in the June Republican primary. He notes he has held the post this term and believes the office has been run efficiently and businesslike, asking voters to re elect him on that record.
A. L. Dykstra declares candidacy for Member of the Board of Supervisors in Marion County. The term starts January 1, 1942, contingent on Republican voters in the June primary. He asks for support from party members.
Ben Du Pree announces candidacy for the office of Auditor subject to Republican voters decision in the upcoming primary election. The formal declaration signals his intent to seek the party nomination and stands as a single candidate notice for the race.
Voters in Marton County will decide in the June primary as candidates announce for Cork of Court and Board of Supervisors posts. Hogaard and Weare pose as Republican hopefuls with terms starting January 1, several names seek office, endorsements urged from Marion and Telia precincts.
Iowa records 476 tuberculosis deaths in 1939, keeping the toll below 500 for a second year. The rate was 18.9 per 100,000, down slightly from 19 in 1938, with final figures pending. Health officials credit education, active case finding, and better treatment methods. The Early Diagnosis Campaign of the Iowa Tuberculosis Association is highlighted as a key effort.
The department notes the tuberculin test and chest X ray can reveal disease before symptoms appear. Healthy appearance can mislead, affecting desks, fields, kitchens, students, athletes, and any worker. Testing is crucial for those with exposure to tuberculosis.
The Civic Club of Sioux Center announced plans for a permanent swimming pool with beach landscaping, a clay tile bath house, and a western picnic park with tables, fireplaces, trees, and shrubs. They seek contributions and labor and expect to begin work early this spring to open for the summer.
Republican candidate Meyer Langerak outlines seven years as deputy under both parties clerks for Marion County Clerk role. He cites experience as the key qualification and appeals for voter support, noting many Marion County residents know him.
Arie H Bogaard declares intention to run for member of the Board of Supervision or related board position, signaling campaign for governance role and public service.
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