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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1964
Page
1
The Chronicle states its policy to present both sides on major issues as space allows. Opinions on the page are not all the paper's own, and readers may comment on any content. Contributions are edited to meet editorial standards and the paper reserves the right to edit copy accordingly.
The piece notes a fire chief or town leader is needed to coordinate efforts. It warns that without centralized leadership, departments and merchants may duplicate work and hinder progress. Advocates hiring a full time Chamber of Commerce secretary for Pella.
A local column reflects on private enterprise as a cow and a horse in society. The April 30 1964 edition notes a family gathering at the Harry Van Wyk home in Pella with five generations present including Bradley Handley son of Chester Handley of California and relatives Mrs Maasdam, Mrs Van Wyk, and Mrs Horman.
At the Chamber of Commerce meeting Burl Parks urged Marion County residents to adopt zoning for Red Rock area to avoid uncontrolled development. He warned that without planning the dam area could become a liability with traffic safety, water and sewage problems, and higher taxes as residences and businesses grow.
Vince Caudle of Iowa Farm Bureau and TV director urged Farm Bureau women to elevate the farm image by treating farming as business, engaging beyond the farm circle, and earning respect. He proposed farmer urban rural exchanges to boost understanding and urged women to stop apologizing and to listen more to customers and public opinion.
The Hardin County Index notes businessmen worry over whether the economy will meet promised growth. It cites 1962 and 1964 tax changes, possible 1968 or 1970 consumer effects, and fears of a return to planned economy. The piece urges top policy certainty and credible, supportive tax policy to foster investment and jobs.
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