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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1958
Page
7
A short reflective note states that the less a person knows the more positive their beliefs. It argues that loudly voicing ignorant opinions invites challenge from informed others and reduces the value of the stance in debate.
A tribute to Burton Holmes, famed for color travel slides and lectures that shaped American travel storytelling. Born in Chicago, he traveled the world for decades, delivering thousands of illustrated talks and pioneering color sound film travelogues that captivated audiences before modern media.
In Pella, steady law enforcement correlates with calmer streets as patrols deter mischief and mufflers stay quiet. FBI chief Hoover predicts crime rise, while Welcome Wagon marks four years of outreach, visiting 150 families and congratulating 150 engagements and 450 new babies, strengthening community ties.
A compilation of editorials and comments from Harlan News-Advertiser and other papers on character formation, language proficiency, and civic conduct. It cites University of Minnesota discourse, Peruna-era hawker memory, and a Lake Mills Graphic remark highlighting town pride and the need for positive local promotion.
A compact look at items of interest from The Chronicle dated 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 years ago. It recalls notable events, people, and moments that shaped local memory.
Fifty years ago citizens were urged to buy lots and build homes as Pella displayed wealth in bank deposits and cheap building materials. The front page noted housing shortages, an arrival from Yokohama, and a banker warning men against overbuying cars. Reports covered road work, a Rock Island hole, local moves to the Home for the Aged, and residents like Mr. Van Balen famed for tireless labor. Church and chautauqua news from Oskaloosa and Monroe highlighted evangelist Gypsy Smith and Old Settlers events, while farmers planned to attend the State Fair by auto. Dredging Des Moines River and rail traffic were debated as county fairs faced competition from cheaper shows and bad races.
Lane Massdam shipped a premium Jersey cow to Pella while J. 3. Gladstone’s eye socket heals and a glass eye will be fitted in Des Moines next week. Gladstone lost an eye in a July fireworks mishap. E. J. Harris of Waterloo Pella and Southwestern Railway traveled to Des Moines for an interview with the governor. Brom reported a busy day selling six new buggy coaches and one used vehicle. Slumber parties were popular with Bess Vander Zyl hosting and Lucile and Louise Gaass entertaining. Photographer John Reuvers notes a parasol prop for summer portraits.
The August 16 1918 issue publishes Rube Brand's dispatch from Camp Dodge noting his transfer to the 339th Field Artillery band and plans to go to France. He describes eating in sand and dust yet remains joyful at joining the band and relief food policy in wartime Iowa. News includes bank merger to Farmers National Bank, local fair plans, YMCA prisoners relief, clothing drives, Hoover relief efforts, and wartime civic notices.
Thirty years ago Central College purchased land west of the athletic field and the street enclosing it was vacated. The field would be leveled and enlarged to include the net purchase. Also noted were local accidents, promotions, marriages, a windstorm damaging properties, and county relief efforts.
A stray rumor suggests lawnmower production would restart after the war, while authorities insist mowers were not essential to war efforts. The chatter underscores public interest in postwar consumer goods and industrial plans.
A violent storm struck Pella at four o'clock Friday afternoon August fifth, flattening crops, felling trees and wires, and lifting the Wormhoudt Furniture Store roof onto nearby buildings. Pictures told the story of the damage. Richard Babe Tysseling earned a Master of Arts degree at Town University summer convocation. Junior Legion Auxiliary children won a state contest for constructive activity. Mrs Hildegarde Nesbit founded the group, assisted by Mrs Dora Baer Mrs Frances Linder Mrs Bess Kuyper and Mrs Florence Sack. The Methodist Church at Galesburg was struck by lightning and burned down.
Town news recalls a chicken dinner at Pool Park on August 23 with the Farmers Night School entertaining merchants. The Legion and Auxiliary planned a park picnic, and soft ball played under lights at Pool Park. Local reports mention county politics, radio program launches, polio outbreaks, and a new building heating system.
A Denver Post columnist argues that stagnant American education reflects broader social factors. The piece urges parents and communities to model reading and learning, suggesting Johnny’s literacy and interest in science depend on home and neighborhood attitudes toward education.
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