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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1938
Page
3
A citation attributes a quip to U. S. Senator Carter as railing against the ease of taking someone else’s funds, noting the apparent popularity of such acts. The remark hints at concern over policies or attitudes encouraging wealth appropriation.
The Dutch name President F D Roosevelt the most important man on earth, a letdown for Hitler whose world conquest dreams lag behind. The piece notes Roosevelt ranked third, praising and criticizing him amid a split in the Democratic party over reorganization and other measures, and comments that prophets are honored at home.
Rev. R. R. Moser of Monroe Methodist Church voices support for Roosevelt for exposing conservative justices. He criticizes parts of the judiciary reorganization bill but credits Roosevelt with challenging the old mossbacks on the Supreme Court, acknowledging progress for the underprivileged. He remains a Republican in principle yet open to Roosevelt's actions.
A speaker decries a local habit of some citizens avoiding cooperation with law enforcement. He argues that refusing to assist officers in pursuing the guilty undermines 100 percent citizenship and should reduce a person’s citizenship standing by about half. Ahem.
Women surpass men in organizing clubs for mutual benefit. In towns, many clubs exist not just for social gatherings but to promote and support community enterprises and projects. These clubs serve to foster fellowship and group pursuits, organizing sentiment and uniting effort to achieve goals. The Women’s Federated Club is cited as a strong example.
The article argues the press shapes public sentiment and notes editors are human. It cites Rev. F. N. Byram’s remark about being “made out of the same dirt” and explains the paper’s choice to write original editorials rather than syndicated ones to preserve local voice and integrity.
Lee Taylor argues there are too many exhibition games in the major leagues causing player fatigue and reduced efficiency in the regular series. He notes late-reporting holdouts often prove better than daily exhibition players and suggests trimming exhibition games while preserving practice for the season start.
A reflective note on the hymn Brighten the Corner Where You Are. The writer suggests the song carries gospel comfort and urges people to brighten their own corners to counter gloom. It advocates finding sweetness in life and sharing it to improve the world.
The article reflects on Easter Sunday as a time for sermons on the resurrection and urges expanding focus beyond this single day. It notes that Easter sees many sermons on the topic, yet Christianity’s core doctrine deserves attention throughout the year.
A Chronicle reader disputes a recent editorial claiming the world’s condition improves. He argues the Bible predicts worsening times being fulfilled. The writer concedes some prophecies have occurred but insists the present era differs with more temptations yet substantial good remains.
A well known person praised the paper in a casual office visit last week, saying our coverage avoids prejudice and is preferable to rival towns’ papers. The speaker notes two papers in a town he knows that tilt political news, while our Chronicle is trusted for fairness. He adds readers largely share this view.
In a sharp appeal Mayor Fultz urges Pella residents to curb reckless Sunday night driving near the firehouse and merry go round. He notes youths seek risky speed near people especially children and stresses there is no excuse to tolerate such acts. The call centers on public safety and collective action.
Local readers note the silence on Pel la’s planned hospital after months of enthusiastic talk. They recall prior coverage naming local supporters and neighboring towns’ hospitals, urging action before tulip festival events, while questioning what caused the delay.
Editorials note interest in the sliding wage scale as used abroad and considered by some U.S. industries. Marion Sentinel urges Republicans to offer new candidates, starting a practical administration. Sigourney News cites economists predicting future U.S. population shifts toward rural farmers, with larger rural families than urban areas.
Denver college students run a scheme where one drives an intoxicated car while staying sober to avoid police trouble. The sober driver is paid by others to steer and refuse drinks, claiming to work through college for fellow students who like to drink.
A poultry columnist argues that systematic record keeping and planning boost profits. By tracking broilers, eggs for table and hatching, and maintaining year round income, a farmer grows a large, profitable flock without lavish costs. Night lighting and wet mashes extend laying, while periodic culling maintains steady output.
The records show several methods to grow the poultry enterprise as a substantial part of farm income. The discussion notes that income has been increased in multiple successful ways, with only a few examples highlighted.
The Sunday school lesson on The Place and Purpose of Vision examines Mark 9 2 11 and Hebrews for the Sunday April 24 observance The study emphasizes location influence and the persons involved in vision the transfiguration on the mountain with Jesus Moses and Elijah Peter’s instinct to build tabernacles and the disciples’ shift from seeing to a renewed passion for the kingdom It notes Jesus instruction to refrain from preaching until the resurrection and ends with discussion questions about spiritual vision preparation and church passion
Fifty two years ago on April 20 Des Moines built a half mile race track at the State Fair grounds. Marshall Kelly moved beside the city lockup while Mrs. Ben Broek ran a millinery on Franklin street. Abr Verploeg and Miss Mattie Buis wed April 16. A six week revival at the Methodist church yielded over a hundred converts with broad church cooperation.
40 Years Ago items include A Lents building a new west Pella home. A son born to Mr and Mrs Peter Van Halen. Mrs Rev Boekstra moves with family to Roseland Illinois after husband’s death. Hugh Johnson and Andrew Vandermeulen visit Monroe and Newton. Matt Kempkes sprains his back and rests. J De Bondt dies at 87 west of Pella. E Breuklander and Henry VanderWerff run a rock quarry on Van Houwveli ng farm southwest of Pella.
Notice is given that there is a file in the Clerk of the District Court of Iowa in Knoxville. A will filed purporting to be the last will and testament of Job Kamp deceased is set for hearing at 10:00 A M on May 16 1938 in Knoxville Iowa to prove validity. Objections must be filed. Don L. Remy Clerk of District Court J Rex Weddle Deputy.
Relatives of Mr. and Mrs. G H Gosselink gathered to mark their 25th wedding anniversary on April 23 1908. Other notes include Mrs Fletcher 74 passing at son Ed Fletchers home in Fifield, local factory and electrical current details, and social happenings across Pella, Oskaloosa, and Central College.
Twenty years ago on April 25, 1918 deaths were reported for Mrs. A Hoogenakker aged 70 Mrs H Deg Adel aged 57 and Mrs Aric De Borst aged 83 in a local death notices collection from the newspaper archive.
Hubert Rhynsburger and Lea Welle are noted residents. a letter from New York to his mother is published in the Chronicle. Prof. G F Sadler presented pupils at First Reformed church, with Alfred Johnson and Donald Waechter absent due to measles. W W Kimmell in Oregon suffered four strokes, losing use of his right arm temporarily. The knitting club received $28 from the Men’s volleyball club for soldiers’ aid. Mrs. Clark Richardson visited Monroe, a former schoolteacher. Marion county Sunday school convention held at Otley with the Otley band supplying music. James Veenman, traveling for Garden City Feeder, sidelined by smallpox at home. Carl De Vries, Central State Bank employee, vacation included a Washington visit to the Pella colony. Additional notes on local carpentry health issues and family deaths.
State park cabins in Iowa are available for reservations with daily requests reported by Custodians and park authorities. Some cabins are booked through June 15 while group cabins favor youths in organized groups at Lake Ahquabi Dolliver Memorial and Back areas.
Families may rent individual cabins at several Iowa state parks with Dolliver excluded for private parties. Most cabins sleep eight and are stocked with beds, furniture, dishes, and cooking gear. Dolliver limits to groups only. group cabins available to organized groups. Two week limit per party. two week advance reservations at Lake Ahquabi and Dolliver. Family rates are 1.50 a night or 6 to 7 dollars a week per cabin. weekend rate 3 dollars. Group camps 25 cents per night per person. Most cabins rustic, built with WPA and National Park Service support. Reservations via park custodian. early booking urged. Over 2500 cabin nights used in 1937 season.
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