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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1926
Page
6
The piece notes that every two years a refrain returns about parties not shaping Iowa elections yet in November voters still often choose party line. It argues the party fetish in Iowa remains powerful, likening it to a yellow dog on a ticket.
An analysis notes Mussolini's emergence as a European autocrat in Italy amid a global shift toward democracy. It warns that his magnetism and unchecked power threaten democratic progress and could lead Italy toward war, jeopardizing efforts for saner government in Europe.
The state collected 725 336 dollars from cigarette taxes in the year. The figure implies a vast volume of smoking, while medical authorities still classify the habit as very harmful, particularly to youth. Edison cited brain cell degeneration from smoking, and the piece urges scientists to develop a remedy that destroys the craving for cigarettes.
The text condemns Senate spending over confusion between Steck and Brookhart. It calls Iowa legislators to remove the circle ballot mark, urging reforms to reduce misinterpretation without simplifying voting for fools, and to erase party marks and insignia for clearer votes.
An Iowa editorial accuses Miss May Francis, superintendent of public instruction and reelection candidate, of attending Ku Klux meetings and defrauding the state on travel expenses. The piece argues opposition to Klan influence and defends the Roman Catholic church against graft accusations, citing church influence in education and government.
The letter notes lower high school attendance in Pella versus similar towns. It questions whether fewer local lower-grade entrants contribute, and points to fewer rural pupils joining due to no local high school. It cites state law obliging districts to pay tuition for students continuing high school elsewhere.
The essay argues residents near Pella undervalue schooling, urging that cultural and long term social costs of ignorance exceed any perceived home schooling benefits. It contends ongoing world progress widens the ignorance gap and warns parents cannot afford to let children miss schooling.
Dispatched opinions show Iowa state board divided on Ames president choice and the institution’s scope. The writer argues Iowa University should stay at Iowa City, and Ames should become an agricultural college first and foremost, training youths to live on and sustain farms amid ongoing agricultural challenges in the state.
The writer rails against Volstead law critics who flip from opposing liquor bans to seeking public support for repealing the eighteenth amendment. The piece ties liquor sales to the old-time saloon’s evils, questions motives, and rebukes a local tourist camp relocation tied to social snobbery and perceived personal interest.
A discussion notes H L Mencken's arrest in Boston over Hatrack in The American Mercury and cites varied public reactions from Indiana papers. It references Dutch-named tales and Iowa politics, then reports deaths of Garden City Feeder Co. rep and Pella residents Mrs Laura Thomas and relatives with funeral details.
Obituaries list Connie Van Klootwyk of Monroe and former Pella resident. Elizabeth A. Billings of Olivet dies after short illness at age 77. Henry Veenman of Pella dies at home after long heart disease struggle. Funeral details noted for each, including burial locations and churches.
Laura McAdoo Thomas born June 14 1848 in Park County Indiana. She moved to near Pella at age two and later raised six children after husband David Thomas died in 1881. Survived by two children Will Tandy and David. ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Known as Ma Thomas, she lived in Pella from 1902 until her death April 12. She was active in Ladies Circle of the G A R and the Order of the Eastern Star.
We express heartfelt thanks for the kindnesses shown during our children's illness and the loss of our beloved mother. Mr. and Mrs. James E. Hacke appreciate every act of sympathy and support.
Peter Tysseling announces candidacy for re election to the board of supervisors for a term starting January 1927 subject to Republican primaries on June 7 1926. He seeks continued service as a member of the board.
Pleasantville city council awarded a paving contract for business streets with brick on a concrete base. work must be completed by July 1. Amedeo Paving Co of Des Moines received the award at a cost of 2.98 dollars per square yard.
A rummage sale will be held on Saturday April 24 in the building formerly occupied by the Holland Meat Market. Please bring your packages Friday at 1 p m.
Twenty years ago the new depot opened with trains stopping at the station without notice. Obituaries mention John H. Hartog died at forty. Carrie Van Vliet elected librarian as groundwork for a new library building. Diphtheria hit Everest and electric service failed on Sundays. Dressmaking plans form at the new bank building with Miss Cornelia Wilson underway. Pella High School may graduate sixteen students.
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