Mrs Roosevelt declines town visit over farm women issue
In Pella Iowa a local note discusses Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt opting not to visit to study farm women conditions. The writer argues her decision aligns with conscience though Iowa’s plight is less severe than urban hardships and questions wages for workers in the light and power plants. The city council is urged to balance economy with fair pay.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
Iowa
Mrs. Roosevelt
Flite O Tyme Wh St stems Chronicle dates 1904 1914
The item references historical notes from the Chronicle on two dates in the early 20th century 1904 and 1914. It outlines chronology tied to events or publications bearing the Flite O Tyme Wh St title or theme, indicating prior coverage or feature notes from that period.
Life expectancy in a restless age raises questions
A leading insurer notes a 19.6 percent rise in deaths from 1929 to 1933 compared with the prior five years. Medical journals two years earlier claimed life expectancy had increased by five years. The piece links shorter life spans to low mood, fast-paced prosperity, and the struggle to adapt to a restless era.
The Free Public School and Open Discourse
A letter defends public schools as cherished institutions while warning against attacking them as the devil's den. It asserts no constitutional ban on parochial schools and cautions that critics may overstep in attacking any schooling system, urging fair, open-minded discussion amid imperfections.
Public playground center approved by city leaders
The belated action of the city council after years of agitation to establish a recreational center and purchase ground will meet public approval. The mayor and aldermen deserve commendation for this step, long needed for children and all ages to gather for recreation, a vital public good.
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the Chronicle
Honest Voting and Liquor Control in a Changing Era
An editorial discusses democracy as a privilege to exercise wisely not merely to show approval. It notes liquor control problems despite repeal, arguing regulation cannot curb drinking and urging local action. It cites national recovery act employment relief and calls Christians to assist welfare with sustained recovery ahead.
City Light and Water Workers Demand Wage Scale Return
City employees demand resumption of the former wage scale arguing they are rightfully owed. They note long hours and dedication on all jobs, urging the department to restore prior pay levels.
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City Light and Water Department
Remembering Jacob Plender A life of service and steadfast duty
A tribute to Jacob Plender highlights his tireless work for welfare and Red Cross, his exacting attention to detail as city assessor, and his strong convictions. Fellow workers recall his unselfish public service, loyal friendships, and the deep impact he made in the community he loved.
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Jacob Plender
Red Cross
Mr. Plender
Welfare League
Aot
Pella Passes Ordinance Against Handbills Nuisance
The city of Pella Iowa adopted a unanimous ordinance prohibiting handbills and other advertising matter in parked cars around the public square and streets. It imposes a license for outside distributors and aims to keep both residential and business areas neat, setting an example for other small Iowa cities along Highway 63.
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Pella
Chariton
Davis County Republican
Iowa
Pella Chronicle 1914 Highlights Include Bank Closure and Local Wins
Twenty years back in the Chronicle: Mayor Johnson notes city improvements worth over ten thousand dollars. Pella high school beat Monroe 4 to 3 with Renaud Den Adel Sack Beur instated in the lineup. J W Bailey to lead Central College as president. Notable deaths include John C Ver Ploegh Christina Ver Steeg Mrs Al Walraven and Mrs CD Vandante. Bank of Sully shuts its doors causing Jasper county banking strain. Jim Simonse injured near a Des Moines railroad. John and his wife Nollen celebrate golden wedding. U N Terpstra ships 170 hogs at Reasnor averaging 312 pounds. Adenoids operation on the De Hani child. Jake Cornelius buys Des Moines machinery. Uncle Andrew Butts marks 86th birthday. Babies Grover and Plette ill with whooping cough.
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J. W. Bailey
Central College
John C. Ver Ploegh
Christina Ver Steeg
al Walraven
C.D. Vandante
Jasper County
Bank of Sully
Jim Simonse
Des Moines
John Nollen
Pella National Bank
U.N. Terpstra
Reasnor
John de Hani
Jake Cornelius
East First Street
Andrew Butts
Ed. Carson
Jim Grover
Ed Plette
Bits of Gossip From This Week in Pella
A Pent-up column of local jests and quips about taxes and council quirks. Readers laugh at petty tax discrepancies seed purchases and a running gag about city officials. The note of small-town life blends reflections on fashion, laughter at a clerk, and social workers.
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Pella
Christ's Standard Of Greatness in Jesus Teachings
The lesson centers on Jesus defining true greatness as service and sacrifice not status. It contrasts Jesus standard with the mother’s request for seats of honor and the disciples’ ambition. It emphasizes that greatness comes from ministering to others, following Christ’s example, and not seeking personal glory.
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Jesus
Jerusalem
Christ
Junior Kittenball League Organized Again
The sixth to eighth graders form a kittenball league for spring. Three teams remain undefeated after opening games: Bobcats led by Bob Menning, Wimpy Wallopers led by Bob Van Vark, and a seventh grade squad captained by Lester Vander Wilt. The rest of the teams, managed by Carroll Hollebrands Ralph Wisse and Raymond De Wit, include most local boys. The season runs round robin toward a Saturday tournament finale.
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Bobcats
Bob Menning
Wimpy Wallopers
Webster
Bob van Vark
Lester Vander Wilt
Carroll Hollebrands
Ralph Wisse
Raymond de Wit
Woodrow Washer Co Amends Articles of Incorporation
Notice states articles of incorporation for Woodrow Washer Co have been amended to issue 250 shares of preferred stock at par 100 dollars and 500 shares of no par common stock, refitted April 6, 1934.
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Woodrow Washer Company
Woodrow Washer Co
Notice of Sheriff's Sale Real Estate in Marion County Iowa
A sheriff sale notice states Peter De Cook holds a 1600 dollar claim against Sarah Frush and others. The property described is the NE quarter of the SW quarter in section 19, township 76N, range 21W, totaling 40 acres, with highway burden. Sale set for May 28, 1934 at 2:00 PM at the south door of the Marion County Courthouse Knoxville. Homestead protections may apply and require platting within ten days.
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State of
Iowa
Marion County
Peter de Cook
Sarah Frush
District Court
Court House
Knoxville
County of
Marion
Town Accidents Highlight Dangers Near Main Street
The daughter of John Wroo! suffered severe finger injuries while cranking a gasoline car northeast of town. Two bulldogs fought on Main Street needing a fire to separate them. J A im's daughter on the Knoxville road was badly bruised from a downstairs fall. George Ries bruised his foot after a stack of paper toppled in the Chronicle office. Ellsworth Richardson's boy sustained a bruised elbow and face after a gasoline engine belt snag.
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John Wroo
Main
J. A. Im
Knoxville
George Ries
Chronicle
Ellsworth Richardson
1904 Des Moines Chronicle items note floods and deaths
Thirty years ago in the Chronicle for April 28 1904 heavy rains caused the Des Moines river to overflow. Notes include undertaker Charles Le Cocq on the west side, a residence planned for C De Geus north of H F Bousquet, Bosserman Bros stock sale, and various weather reports. Other items mention Marshall Gerri Mansham injuring a hand, Mrs Jacob Vander Kamp’s death in New Sharon, Dr Payne staff guiding X ray with a kerosene lamp, Fay Lankelma departing for Mercy Hospital training, William Hughes death at 87 leaving gifts to Central and Des Moines colleges Sac City and Osage schools, passage of a bill opening Rosebud land for sale, and George Gezel hindered by high water on route 4.
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Chronicle
Des Moines
Charles le Cocq
West Side
C. de Geus
H. F. Bousquet
Bosserman Bros
Marshall Gerri Mansham
Jacob Vander Kamp
New Sharon
Payne
Fay Lankelma
Mercy Hospital
William Hughes
Davenport
Central
Des Moines Colleges
Sac City and
Osage
Rosebud Indian Agency
South Dakota
George Gezel
It Happened One Night at Princess Theatre OsKaloosa
It Happened One Night starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert opens Sunday April 29 at the Princess Theatre OsKaloosa. The Oscar winning film follows a runaway heiress and a gallant ex newspaper reporter on a cross country bus ride filled with comedy romance and drama with a strong supporting cast.
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Clark Gable and
Claudette Colbert
Princess, Oskaloosa
Clark Gable
Columbia
Princess Theatre
Oskaloosa
Gable
Miss Colbert
Erie Andrews
New York
Miami
Frank Capra
Robert Riskin
Samuel Hopkins
Adams
Walter Connolly
Roscoe Karns
Claudette
Rath
Ward Bond
Blanche Frederici
Alan Hale
Jameson Thomas
Arthur Hoyt
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Monroe High
Renaud
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Edmand
Wormhoudt
Andy
Pete Bloem
Martin de Wit
Ben Blommers
Jim van Dusseldorp
Bill Schreiner
Bert van Vark
John Blommers
Virginia
Kate van Gorp
Hasselman
Dr. Aschenbrenner
E. V. Good
Junior Kittenball League
Grundman
Bnei
Ilaro County
Lubberden
Central Electric Company
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