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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1931
Page
9
Local mail notice notes that mail is entered at the Pella Iowa post office as second class matter, indicating the type of mailing and its official handling status.
Senator Walsh of Montana says Democratic leaders seek to amend the Eighteenth Amendment to let states handle liquor. He argues such proposals amount to repeal and would restore federal powers to pre amendment levels, cautioning the public not to be misled by claimed new ideas.
Editorial urges that economies, not prohibition, should shape the next presidential campaign. It notes Brookhart supports keeping prohibition in the background while the GOP benefits. The piece argues Democrats should learn from 1928, avoid unpopular issues, and enforce the Eighteenth Amendment as law.
The fading marks on square parking spaces hinder proper parking and risk rights of others. Some lines are invisible or partially obliterated, making it hard to gauge where to park without infringement. Restoring clear regulation is needed to restore orderly space usage.
Commencement time brings diplomas for college, high school, and eighth grade students. The rite marks transition to further study or trades, ending exams and schoolday camaraderie. Plans hinge on applying learned knowledge rather than letting it go to waste.
The piece argues immigration and work are closely linked and calls for stricter measures. It claims foreign labor depresses wages, reduces earnings in circulation, and increases unemployment among natives. It urges reducing quotas to match native job availability and avoid strain on relief.
The letter protests mandatory mite tests as required by law, arguing farmers lack confidence in so called experts. It cites governor Turner Feasts's firm stance supporting law and calls for respect of legal directives. It notes condemned cattle last year averaged $85 per head, claimed as insufficient oppression.
The Pathfinders note that a mild ideal winter disrupted many predictions and left weather forecasters guessing. Despite promises of snow rain and a cold wave, conditions failed to materialize, causing disappointment as conclusions were reversed.
The author laments loss of discipline in modern classrooms, recalling stricter rules and clearer punishments. They warn that lack of order breeds rebellion and Bolshevism, urging teachers deserve public backing as discipline shapes responsible citizens in the new democracy.
A caller urges patience with faculty and student bodies, arguing teachers must teach under supportive conditions and that parents should refrain from criticizing a one sided story. The speaker maintains that teachers are employed to educate and must be allowed to perform efficiently without external interference.
The American Legion post in Pella backs creating a public swimming pool. Members urge a petition for a city election, outline costs and maintenance, and call for a citizen education campaign. They aim to mobilize signatures for the May 5 council meeting with Legion support to push the plan forward.
Local column recalls old Pella mischief and medicine tales. Physicians once prescribed brandy for a sick man, a doctor joked about death, and a lineman yanked a broken leg back into place. readers’ quips cover shopkeepers, schoolyard jests, petty thefts, autos, and a bologna scare.
Irvin S Cobb recounts a British liner tale where a purser jokes about a whale named Ponto living near Cincinnati. The American narrator chimes in about Ponto’s misdirected whistle that led to a ship collision and Ponto’s death, ending with a grim punchline about the whale’s final whistle.
A health officer hears a joke about a rolling pin time lock that knocks out a man at a set moment. The tale grows with commentary from Dr Axch enbrenner and Jim Crooks, ending with Rev Fowler’s farming mishap about milking and a stubborn cow.
A compilation of editorials from The Toledo Chronicle Northwood Anchor Monroe County News Sigourney Review and Davis County Republican discuss relief aid, tuberculin testing for cattle controversy, farm protests in Tipton, Oklahoma Senator Gore on labor and taxation, Monroe’s newspaper ethics, tax reductions, and dangers of paved highways as motorists speed through rural Iowa communities. The pieces reflect mixed views on government policy and public safety.
The Knoxville Express notes Gov Turner calls for strict enforcement of laws including realignment of senatorial districts against a Legislature that ignores reapportionment. It highlights Cedar county insurrectos flouting laws and asserts the governor will compel farmers to obey the prohibition law despite legislative defiance.
A saddened report notes the death of Marvin Veatch, a four year high school student, killed on a paved highway. The piece reflects on the boy’s lovable personality and the public nature of the Dempsey family divorce interviews, then shifts to a light editorial on starting cranks and old telephone central services.
In the Sibley Gazette-Tribune a rumor suggests Governor Turner could seek the Senate seat vacated by Brookhart next year. The piece warns to “beware of Greeks bearing gifts” and hints that political horoscopes point to future leaders with capitalized names.
Twenty years ago the Chronicle reports the Model studio owned by E. Hollebrands was destroyed by fire causing about 5000 dollars in losses. Other items include a sewer extension nearing completion, Dr. Carl Aschenbrenner buying a 40 hp Overland after a playful jab at automobiliousness, Henry Fisk returning from Iowa with drain tile contracts, high school basketball team members named, Dr. Bailey preaching at the Baptist church, the death of Albert Van Domselaar at 81 in South Pella, and the arrival of Dr. and Mrs. H. C. Payne with children settling on the Slob property on Broadway.
A Des Moines University defeat opens the season for Central. N Vani Haaften sustains severe burns saving children from a gas stove explosion. Gerrit De Kock is buried after World War II service. Marriages include Wormhoudt Korn and Totten Dieleman. Shrine candidates face travel troubles. A daughter is born to Mr and Mrs Marion Van Baalen. Deaths cited: Gerrit M Heitink Allewyne De Heer and Mrs Gerrit Goedhart.
Smorenberg aged 85 dies at Home for the Aged. Vander Linden drug store burns with losses to at least 25000. Mrs Leendert Braam struck by car driven by Earl Van der Meiden and seated on bumper. Baptist church rally awards silver cup for best stunts. Eastman Kodak gives kodaks to youths reaching age 12. Mullins move to Woodbine after seven years in city. Central college forms baseball league with Dr George H Lankelma as coach.
A clipped editorial note jokes about Governor Turner making mistakes and the need for pencil tips. It pokes fun at executives and ends with the quip that even the Creator cannot please everybody.
Eastbound Passenger 472 and 474, westbound 476 and 473 run Des Moines to Keokuk and Des Moines to Eldon. All trains daily except Sunday. Local freight must be at station by 5:00 p.m. the evening before. Both local freights carry passengers.
The Limited does not stop Howell. The timetable shows times at Harvey. Local freights 70 and 71 carry passengers from Howell, usually arriving on alternate days around 11 00 am and 1 30 pm. An oblong kitchen is preferable to a square one to save pace and reduce walking.
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