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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1937
Page
11
A devotional line quotes John 17 3 about knowing the true God and Jesus Christ. The message emphasizes eternal life through knowledge of God and Christ, reflecting spiritual reflection for the week.
A clipped editorial argues for sobriety tests for drivers while condemning drunk driving. It couples warning about intoxicated motorists with reflections on Christmas as a sacred, communal observance and lists local bereavements. It ends by noting Pella has no liquor store, citing moral and religious values.
A column notes the shift from guesswork to reliable weather reporting. Forecasters are called smart, with daily accuracy improving radio and print forecasts. The writer jokes about both gratitude and regret for their growing knowledge.
Chicago Cubs owner Mr Wrigley confirms Charlie Grimm will stay on as manager Hartnett will advise and Tony Lazell will act as disciplinarian. Wrigley had considered firing Grimm but supports him despite past errors. Bill managers are human and prone to faults.
The article applauds local colleges and schools for serving student needs and shaping civic and social life. It notes the newspaper’s space for weekly updates and praises the schools’ news departments for providing public access to these activities.
The former Kansas governor Alf Landon will not seek the Republican nomination in 1940. The piece notes dissatisfaction with current administration may help Republicans, but Landon, prudent and loyal, declines to gamble on the presidency. It compares his timing to Charles Evans Hughes in 1916.
The Virginian editor highlights Congressman Harry Flood Byrd’s address given November 10 in New York before the Academy of Political Science. Byrd cites seventy years of federal spending totaling 47 billion dollars in seven years, notes a 20 billion dollar rise in the public debt, and argues that spending outpaces revenue. He faults deficit finance, warns of ongoing debt, and advocates stopping checks as a remedy.
Roosevelts South American trip prompts echoes of New Deal origins as Vargas tightens power. Critics warn of court packing and dictatorship, while editors question the cant it can happen here. Prohibition debates tie to safety concerns and personal liberty under repeal. A stray tale from Montezuma ends with a colonial- era warning about harsh southern penalties for travelers and a garbled closing note.
A historical Sunday School plan from Rome outlines Paul as a prime model of consecration. It argues faith and dedication go hand in hand, with selfless suffering for Christ as the goal, and asks readers to weigh personal willingness to suffer and the depth of Christian assurance through consecration.
On December 17 and 18 the Home for the Aged marked birthdays for Mrs. Sipkema age 83 Billy Beiicerra age 68 and Jacob Van Gorp age 89. Rev Frank De Jong preached on Haggai 1 2 9 with prayer and psalm singing. Multiple visitors from Leighton Pri se City Newburg Peoria and Des Moines joined Mrs Van Gorp Mrs Sipkema and other residents for carols and prayers marking the year end services.
In Blakesburg an owl attacked a rabbit during a Sunday dawn incident. Joe Doyle Joe Heimann and John Murphy found the owl with claws embedded in the rabbit as the creature caused a grand blackout. Officials note the unusual accident darkened the town.
The column recalls notable happenings in Pella across the 20 30 40 and 50 year spans. It highlights local events, people, and moments that shaped the community memory. Each era brought distinct stories from schools churches businesses and civic life.
A collection of local notes from Pella and nearby towns: Rev G I Hospers, a former Pella resident, marries Miss Bertha M Haverkamp in Orangelly. Frank Stallard of Des Moines tied to a Graham Transfer Co. worker. Christmas visits to Pella noted. Wabash railroad officials John S Nollen and others mentioned. Aart Ten Brock, 25, dies in Lyons Colorado postmaster burial near Pella. Howell post office discontinued. electric lights promised for Pella in six months. Maria De Zeeuw dies at 44 after long invalid status. T Vietwels manages a stock of merchandise amid health issues.
A 1907 account recalls the Carnegie Viersen Library opening funded by a $30 gift from Lad Hing Civic, a per year subscription from 90 youths, and a tax for support. Miss Viersen donated grounds and $8,000 for the building. the library began with 509 books and local figures like Dr Keables and J J De Vries appearances are noted amid community events and an accident on Main Street.
Public events on December 19 included ceremonies at the institution's home and at local churches, marking an observance across both locations.
Twenty years ago on December 27 1917 the community raised over 600 for Armenian relief. Local fuel committee chair P H Van Gorp reported a government order regulating street light timing to conserve fuel. Weekly marriages were listed along with notes on local residents and visitors including Welle on furlough from the Great Lakes Naval Training Camp. A picture showed 10 000 sailors forming a flag, and Miss Martha Greiner hosted a Christmas gathering. The Bell District Fair elected officers, Van der Waal as chief marshal, and W C Ver Ploeg led a veterinary society election at Ames. Rev John Van de Platte joined soldiers at Delvin De Haan for ruptured conditions, and Red Hawkins near Zuma described a concrete water system and a stove incident midday.
The County May reports divorce cases on file in Knoxville including Mildred Van Niewaal and Lucille Foster versus Cla ster with names Crook Thompson and Higgins and others. Car license details mention Abraham Sents of Pella and a 4 door touring sedan. A note on church mergers cites Frank Bean of Boone First as pastor.
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