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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1947
Page
3
A column discusses truthful reporting and urges local action on repair jobs in Pella. It highlights wind damage creating many shingle, trough, and paint needs. The piece encourages young people to form crews, hire on, and build skills for stable wages while preventing further property deterioration.
The Iowa Legislature passed a bill taxing slot machines prompting House and Senate protests and amendments to limit the tax to legal enterprises. Critics call it hypocrisy and warn enforcement will rise or retreat with tax collection. Proponents note federal income tax on illegal operations and aim to curb unregulated gambling.
A columnist imagines a UN veto scene at Lake Success where Andrei Gromyko blocks Albania over Corfu mines. The piece riffs that great powers may abandon influence and let the UN assume duties, amid US Greece Turkey aid debates.
Oregon widens budget scrutiny as Public Welfare Commission probes relief payments. A six member team targets ineligible recipients and possible fraud while old age pensions face asset checks and demand for repayment. Officials warn free riders strain taxpayers even as Tulip Time in Pella draws strong civic support and pride.
Knoxville Express questions the vitamin craze by doctors and manufacturers, noting mixed effects and a routine user who benefits but is not harmed. New Sharon Star argues against Congress over Henry Wallace, suggesting he diffs against Truman and Roosevelt era politics, and warns he may self-damage with more rope.
The Sec ond Reformed Church voted to construct a new church at a cost of 20000.60 and empowered the consistory to hire an architect for plans. Local distresses included Charley Welch’s crushing accident with horses and pneumonia illness of Dick Vanden Oever. Revival plans grew as Billy Sunday prepared to visit Knoxville for four weeks, with 3000 attendees at a prayer meeting. Local civic actions included sidewalk building around Garden Square, new hitch rack posts, and a pond to be filled for health reasons. Contracts were awarded for Otley church construction and a home for the aged incorporation was filed.
In May 1917 the council authorized purchasing a used Ford for transporting men and materials for the light and water departments. A Montezuma chiropractor named Jones spoke of five tire punctures on the road to Pella and planned to settle with Mrs. Jones there. A Memorial Day parade was planned with school and college participation, Rev. John Wesselink to speak, and the Male Choral Club to sing. Central College faced High in a Jimmy Lowe pitching game.
The article notes costly errors cost the game while Land Park and visiting team win 7 to 2. Pitcher Lowe struck out six over two innings. The piece also covers local enlistments and civic happenings including drivers, a flagpole incident, and transportation ads.
May 12 1927 notes bricklayers scarce delaying Central College new building work restarts. President J Wes selink announces a $2000 gift. Red Grass Chapter funds flood relief as Alamo theatre hosts benefit. Black Oak Township and area churches raise funds while Ohio Mississippi valley floods distress. Penney Store marks 25th anniversary with suit offer. Rail fence rail making described in Observations. Simon De Haan buys lime for farms. a small fire in a clothes closet is contained. Kuyper Korner asks for an assistant editor amid humorous tales.
Ten years ago in May 1937 the paper previewed Tulip Time events. Major Edward Bowes became honorary Burgemeester and pledged radio promotion. Front page showcased Raymond Brom and Scholte's church, while plans included window displays, a windmill shed, and a 500-person tour to promote the festival.
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