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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1940
Page
3
An editorial urges September planning for Pella schools highlighting vocational instruction, citizenship, and post graduate work. It praises Central College for practical training and notes a University of Rochester scholarship program rewarding responsible thinking over pure grades, reflecting community emphasis oncharacter and civic duty.
The article argues for staying near home for college, praising Central College in Pella for strong teacher pupil relations, affordable costs, and a broad training that prepares for life and profession. It notes graduates’ success and a generous student aid policy, urging more Pella students to enroll. It also highlights Iowa egg quality and farm-to-market issues.
The Washington Journal notes that war planes built for Europe differ from American ones and cites Colliers on German air production. A senior German officer is quoted saying warplanes are designed to be expendable with a five hour to five day lifespan, while human casualties are treated as incidental amid anticipated heavy losses.
In a Senate exchange Senator Minton of Indiana accused Senator Holt of West Virginia’s father of obstructing the war effort and labeled Holt a slacker who fled abroad. Holt retorted that Minton polluted the chamber with drunken boasts as Oklahoma's Lee defended Minton, yielding a sharp crossfire over drink and loyalty. The exchange ends with a jab about the pay of state officials.
Collis L. Bybee, Marion County Auditor, notes that Iowa Supreme Court declared the Agricultural Land School Tax Credit Law unconstitutional. The opinion cites unequal burden across consolidated and independent districts and warns it would force landowners to pay excess taxes to fund the act. The court/remarks uphold the trial court ruling that the act cannot be sustained.
A narrative about Jack, disabled by infantile paralysis, whose family kindness creates dependency and social isolation. Neighbors pity him as a “baby,” while misplaced care fosters withdrawal, making him more handicapped than his limp. Iowa Child Welfare Research Station study notes upbringing shapes adaptation.
A letter from De Bruin of Los Angeles describes a home method to destroy lice and mites in chicken houses using a flame from kerosene and a netted chamber. The note warns cruelty to poultry and advocates a practical, fire based treatment over chemical remedies.
The passage lampoons Herbert Hoover and his wife, contrasting alleged inaction and missteps with supposed no-returns. It mocks campaigns, war records, and policy outcomes while highlighting supposed opposition from a Democratic Congress and public misperception about the Hoover era.
Iowa State Fair in Des Moines runs August 21 to 30 with the State Conservation Commission exhibit inside the Grand Avenue Conservation Building. Visitors will see live native birds mammals fishes and reptiles in glass aquaria cages and a mini park area. The U S Soil Conservation Service and U S Forest Service will display, and anglers can view fish species. snakes including rattlers will line the north wall. Jimmy the buck deer has died but other wildlife will be present. Plan to visit to learn about town conservation and meet the forest creatures roaming outdoors.
A Pontiac executive cites National Safety Council guidance on backing a car. Emphasizes avoiding backing by circling blocks or parallel parking when possible. If backing is needed ensure the area is clear, use a passenger as a spotter, signal with four horn blasts, and lean to view behind.
In Pella memories drift back to 10, 20, and 80 years ago with local notes and highlights. The column recalls community events, notable names, and changes shaping the town’s past, offering a concise snapshot of Pella’s evolving story.
41 Years Ago report from Pella Blade mentions Aart Vartman Aart V 1 balloon ascension at Old Settlers Monroe and a Prairie City ascent the prior week. Andrew Wormhoudt pitched a flame for Pella Lynnville game. L D Parker arrested for intoxication on Pella streets. Homeing baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Charles Lautenbach. Editor Poot defends Fusion ticket amid Democratic Populist unity. Poem When We Have Reared the Children printed in Dutch translation. Hamilton Old Settlers gathering drew light attendance. Lake Drainage District Fair dates set for October 2 3 and 4.
Aug 95 1910 report revisits New Sharon store purchase by Henry and James De Wit with Andy Wand. Dick Van Gorp crashes a motorcycle, van Gorp vows four wheels. Simon Vander Zyl Jr. wrist fracture. Pella Meteors beat Oskaloosa Cubs 8 2. Van Spunkeren pitcher. Sioux Center marks 40 years since founding colony. Ed Cook marries Henrietta Hospers at N Hospers home. Lake Okoboji honeymoon. Miss S H Vierson dies at 80. Carnegie Von library noted. Mike Langerak clippings urge Marion County voters back him. Two Pella youths damaged window frame while intoxicated.
John Hollebrands, John P. De Cook, A. Van Duren, and Gerrit Vander Wilt toured Colorado farmland. The Seconl Beach Sunday School class members from Des Moines river outing rolled in blankets on a sand bar and camped overnight. M. Van der Linden led the group.
Twenty years ago on April 26, 1920 Pella residents and the Legion Post paid tribute to comrade Rube Hrand with a funeral procession from church to cemetery led by the Pella Band under J. M. Cox. Businesses closed to honor him as his burial followed a slate mining accident that claimed his life. The Mission feast raised 8261.00 with 2000 contributed by Mrs. G. Van Horsen and a canteen donation, while other local notes mention typhoid deaths, recovering Metz family, Lyman Van Houten’s visit, and Virginia Van Gorp’s first birthday party with young guests.
Ten years ago in Pella the canning company produced forty tons of tomatoes in two days with forty workers. The Farm Bureau picnic at Grandman’s Grove drew over two thousand attendees as speeches urged cooperation and stock shipping associations. Local changes included bank closure and planned reorganization, plus debates on Monroe highway routing and townwide efforts for a new east–west road alignment.
In western Iowa during spring 1940, 1,297,000 trees and shrubs were planted on erodible slopes and degraded land of farmers with Soil Conservation Service support. Of these, 942,000 were hardwoods, 71,000 conifers, and 224,000 shrubs, aimed at soil stabilization, wildlife food and cover, and broader farm woodlot development alongside soil conservation practices.
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