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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1957
Page
3
In the northern provinces key natural gas fields provide 15 million cubic feet daily to many cities with a 29 year guarantee. Holland’s oil output is tiny next to world production of 835,700,000 tons yearly, yet oil cuts imports and saves scarce foreign currency. The Dutch oil industry is a relatively new result of exploration born from urgent need.
A House education subcommittee heard touring teens discuss delinquency and parental guidance. They blamed inconsistency and overstructured childhood, noting many adults create ready made occupations. Teens urged independence, time for reading, and self direction, saying adults should step back.
A quotation argues editors seek readers to think outside their circles since ideas are precious and rare. It emphasizes surpassing current notions and embracing broader thinking. Richard Jefferies is quoted on the value of expansive ideas.
A new warning network rings bells in 170 towns from Mound City Missouri to south of Fort Worth Texas, triggered by pressure jumps as squall lines approach. Alerts issued by town radio and TV stations warn of tornado formation. Storms appear more prevalent this year.
Washington headlines and a Virginia third grade newspaper echo the budget dispute. Leaders warn of possible income tax cuts while Georgia protests fade. The Richmond students joke that the budget remains fat as Congress, Eisenhower, and the president pass the buck in a polite argument.
Dutch readers learn Holland has oil, concentrated in Drente near Schoonebeck with 3400 tons daily from the main field and 680 tons from ten nearby fields. In 1950 total output reached 5.2 million tons, covering a quarter of domestic consumption.
Editorial comments criticize the Oak land Mills dam removal on the Skunk river and fault the Conservation Commission. Bruce Stiles dismisses fish movement and staff echo the stance, recalling a 20 year old Iowa river incident where fish were bailed and dumped above the dam.
A stroke felled Mrs John Droppers while seated in C Rhynsburger store. she was carried home. Herry De Reus, a Pella High senior, boasted an outstanding school record with perfect attendance. Bethany Church near Sully called Rev G B Munson. The Reformed Church Particular Synod in Chicago area planned in May with seventy five delegates to attend in Pella. A Iowa Baptist Convention committee visited Pella. locals offered $100000 for a Baptist school, with conditional action if Des Moines also raised funds. A small Shetland pony was born at Ver Plog Livery Stable weighing 36 pounds. John Nollen of Indiana and siblings visited in Pella, where John Jr advocated for Central College’s location. A kitchen ceiling fire at Mrs Tenniside Goor’s East First home was noted. The King Drag Law outlines town road improvements when weather settles. Asa Catlin previously rural mail carrier on Route 5, with Jake Todd away. Dorothy Wormhoudt and Bertha Tysseling earned trips to Thousand Islands and Niagara Falls respectively, funded by Pawnee Oats coupons. KB E Ives of New Sharon reported a six legged colt with two extra feet.
1917 Chronicle notes Uncle Billy Young leading a crusade to urge young men to enlist in the army. Big headlines warn fathers about duty and patriotism as Central College faces the draft era. local merchants update ownership, firenews, and wartime logistics as the town braces for war mobilization.
The report notes wheat looks good overall though weather is described as a little dry. It emphasizes favorable crop health with limited rainfall affecting growth modestly.
Reports from April 21 1927 note resumption of road work between Oskaloosa and Betta after winter idleness with ten miles of pavement remaining. Town law requires standard loaf weights. Legion members invite county posts to Memorial Hall in Pella. only District Commander G C Greenwalt attends due to muddy roads. Incidents include Donald Hesselink’s blue shoe illness, a Delco Light install win by Vanden Berg Electric, gravel requests on Road 14 Knoxville to Monroe, Earl Vande Meide’s Ventura California trip, Klein in Garner, Vande Beek auctioning Naaktgeboren home, Vander Beek retirement, Ulrich Jr building on University Street, and city marshal appointment of Dennis with Breuklander deputy.
The 48 page Tulip Time issue features 1936 Tulip Queen Leonora Scholte, Tulip Queen elect Fred Den Burger, attendants, and a Ladies Night origin. It showcases Dutch costumes by Pella High Band, Notables Mrs Roorda aged 94 and colonists H P Scholte, plus real McCoys in Dutch dress. It also previews The Blue Tulip operetta with Walter Stone and Jack Peoples music and Ed Beaning song In Tulip Time and praises the composition.
Ten years ago on April 17 1947 The Chronicle earned fourth place in a national editorial contest for Best Editorial highlighting strong opinion writing and community voices.
A Dutch costume delegation presented to the Iowa Legislature in Des Moines and Pella bakery goods were served. Nick Vander Ploeg and Bernie Vander Linden led the press convention in Fort Worth. Twenty seven carpenters volunteered a full day to erect a pageant stage in Pool Park for City of Refuge. Lily Vierssen died at 90 after a long teaching career. Tulip Festival may shift a week due to cold wet weather as 1947 Tulip Time plans unfold.
Marion County residents invested 430394 in savings bonds during the first quarter, reaching 34 percent of the 1957 quota. Iowa's E and H bond March sales totaled 10883629, up 750000 from February, likely aided by a proposed 3 percent rate and retroactivity. County figures show Jasper 483392 26 percent, Mahaska 267020 22 percent, Warren 204569 32 percent.
Iowa State College scientists report tiled land yields higher corn per acre in droughts and wet years. In Howard County and Davis County experiments, tile lines 18 feet apart produced seven bushels more corn and four bushels more soybeans per acre. Subsoil moisture was low and rainfall below normal in 1955. Drainage aids production but over-draining sandy soils can hurt in very wet years.
Iowa State College scientist Bill Larson says plant sows north and south when using corn as a nurse crop for legumes. Since 1953 he has tested alfalfa and red clover between 80 inch corn rows. east west rows underperformed, with the north side seedings doing better.
The American Legion magazine notes a shift in bread making as wheat germ is retained in flour. Tests show rats lose health without germ, while flour ground with germ stays healthier. Mills may adopt rapid grinding with germ to meet public demand for tastier bread.
On the shaded north side soil stays cooler and wetter than the sunlit south side. A planter’s direction matters in a dry year, with north-south rows holding moisture longer. Illinois researchers report similar findings with wide-row feedings.
A small robin collided with a picture window in Audubon and appeared knocked out. The homeowner found the bird convulsing, brought it indoors, and about ten minutes later it revived and was released.
Samuel Failor and wife, long residents of Colfax, California, marked their 71st wedding anniversary this year. The couple’s milestone highlights enduring partnership, family ties, and a lasting home in the community.
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