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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1933
Page
4
Five citizens express views on whether newspapers and radio give too much publicity to kidnappings. Berends argues publicity aids kidnappers. Vander Beek and Vanden Berg favor restraint. Hartog supports informing the public. Rysdam concedes uncertainty.
A reader argues that exposing kidnappings via newspaper and radio serves justice but warns publicity may aid kidnappers. Citing the Lindbergh case, the note asserts publicity can reveal tactics and motives, urging careful balance between informing the public and avoiding guidance to criminals.
Two couples who swapped partners in Bentonville Arkansas went on their honeymoons Saturday. National salesmen asked the administration to map a code so they can see their wives weekly. Evelyn Reuhman sixteen of Stockton became the ten millionth fair visitor at Chicago Saturday. Four killed and twenty one injured Monday when a nitro cellulose laden truck crashed into a picnic party in Wilmington Delaware. Investigation Monday at Carbondale Illinois into the slaying of Lon A Sizemore and the killing of his slayer Joe Brinson thirty old Negro. Beer to be barred on state fair grounds per Judge Meyer ruling Monday. Hugh Johnson announced he will monitor prices to prevent profiteering.
Voice of the Public laments declining church attendance near Pella and surrounding towns. It blames local ministers and leaders for war support, moral judgments on drinking, and misdirected church authority, noting only 53 percent of families belong to a church and urging reflection.
Albert Horsbergen laments leadership sins during and after World War I criticizing ministers as often underpaid and hypocritical while noting some work hard for the kingdom of God. An editor's note defends sincere clergy and acknowledges their demanding, thankless task.
A call from 1 Corinthians 1 10 urging unity amid division in Christian fundamentals and teachings. The writer cautions against personal ambition and factionalism, noting many contend over the interpretation of Christ and spiritual revival.
A sermon argues that all Christian factions share universal fundamentals yet differ in teachings yet must remain united. It emphasizes Jesus as the sole foundation and warns against division, urging avoidance of competition as believers are one in Christ and should build without strife.
Local produce dealers quote prices for wheat corn oats eggs and poultry with special paint prices. Real estate ads list several farms for sale or rent near Pella Sully Melcher Bussey Pleasantville and Des Moines. Classified notices include lost belt and room rentals and a Linseed oil and paint listing.
Otley Iowa preacher T. H. Kaldenberg Jr urges Christians to unite under one head one baptism and one faith claiming the Holy Ghost forms the church body while water immersion and Christ’s command drive world evangelism. He envisions a universal revival if believers contend for the faith delivered to the saints.
Jacob Plender of the local employment committee asks the unemployed of Pella to register with him. He does not guarantee jobs, but the committee will work with other county agencies to help find employment. All on the unemployed list are urged to register at once.
A collage of 1920s era ads and jokes detailing radio tests, a car radio demonstration, and humorous lines. Features Van Den Berg Electric Co. weekly notes, free tests on radios and tubes, affordable radio batteries at 1.45, and quaint streetcar chat about a road map.
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