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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1936
Page
3
A discussion notes that 20 000 country school buildings were erected before 1870 and two million children are housed in poor facilities, contrasting with Pella and nearby rural areas that have good school buildings. It urges continued attention to housing upkeep as a key part of school life.
The passage argues life carries heavy responsibility rather than fearing death. It critiques wasting time while the world rushes on and eternity approaches, using Nero and a lecture on fiddling as analogies. Living with purpose is presented as the true burden, making death seem easier by contrast.
The mayor tightens control on a long standing public square nuisance calling the Sunday night car circle a danger to safety. Officials warn the over 168 traffic hazard heightens risk and pledge action to halt the drive around the park.
As children mature the choice of Christmas gifts grows harder for parents. Toys offer wide options, but clothing and household items often leave little to give. Some families lack needs, while others can enjoy more discretionary gifts.
A magazine writer argues anyone can play, but many are tuneless yet should still try. The piece laments high school graduates lacking clear vocational goals and stresses that education should mold destinies, not merely complete a course.
A Chronicle account describes a family pulled through deep waters as their youngest is laid to rest. The writer reflects on how emergencies reveal unexpected friends in Pella and beyond, finding beauty in a world after loss.
The text affirms that kindness and sympathy appear when needed, likening help to the sun breaking through clouds. It emphasizes that true men and women do not forget to love and assist those who require it.
The 22-year-old schoolteacher Edith Maxwell, twice convicted for her father’s murder, asks for a new hearing. The piece questions the jury’s long deliberation and suggests self defense may have been shown. It notes mountain-country law that the family head is lord of the castle and argues for mercy after years in prison.
A Roanoke Times anniversary piece recalls the editor’s boyhood delivery days in Roanoke then a 5,000 population town. It notes massive growth to 75,000, with few residences replaced by business blocks and streets paved, reflecting national progress as the world moves.
The piece notes Bob Feller and Judge Landis backing him as a Cleveland Indians asset with a 20000 dollar annual salary, prompting owners to decide whether to keep him or sell to another club, highlighting the money side of professional baseball.
The article notes how barber shops have become more civil since women began frequenting them. Men curb smutty stories and profanity in the presence of ladies, a decorum that persists even when ladies are absent elsewhere. Barbers long valued clean, moral environments to attract patrons.
Editorial notes that readers recently finishing Gone With the Wind and The Drums of the Mohawk show Civil War and Revolutionary War lessons on un preparedness. It proposes a peace plan: reject armed forces but require pacifists and international relationists to man frontline defenses if war danger arises.
Chariton business people should decline approaches from advertisers using racketeering style schemes. Direct solicitors to obtain sanction from Community club officials before investing. Following this rule could save hundreds of dollars annually.
The Knoxville Express notes European nations face shortages of various items and warns that high prices may draw the U.S. into another world war. It argues the nation can avoid conflict by refraining from selling into war zones and paying the price for stability.
The writer argues the king's abdication should not dominate news as peace talks and inter-American relations in recent weeks likely shape world affairs more than Britain’s royal drama. The piece contrasts domestic turmoil with broader international diplomacy and urges national papers to reframe their front pages accordingly.
The Knoxville Journal urges voters to seek full details on the swimming pool bond proposition. It questions cost, location, maintenance, accessibility, sanitation, and size, calling for promoters to earn public confidence by disclosing specifics.
Sunday School lesson reviews neglect and faith from Hebrews 2 11 32 40 12 1 2 with golden text from Revelation 11 15 and central truth that Christianity fits all times and peoples The plan outlines three parts The Peril of Neglect The Power of Faith and The Patience of the Race plus meditation questions urging reflection on salvation faith and perseverance.
The patient’s gums are swollen as new teeth break through, with a note that she lives in Elmira New York.
A brief chronicle titled Flite O Tyme highlights notable items from the Chronicle for the years 1906 and 1916. It skims events, people, and local notes recorded across those two decades, preserving period voice in concise entries. The summary notes general themes and recurring local interests without reproducing verbatim passages.
Death notices list Jacob Klein Mrs Jacob Snellers 21 Henry M Fisk 72 and John Verhey. Fire destroyed Anne Koolner Monroe house. Weather notes record Dec 21 temperature 19 below zero. Local operations include Fd Cook at Williams hospital and Charles Dunlevy elbow injury in May. Des Moines gallstone operation for Mrs C Zylstram. Prof Martha Greiner hosted foreign language students in old Central building. Weddings: Ralph Hart Cordova with Ethel De Moss Otley Jacob Klein with Nellie Van Rheem and Sara Keables Christmas party at Sunday school. Miss Sarah Story Waterloo teaching vacation guest Miss Elizabeth Graham both now deceased. P M Herney visiting. Ben Grant pleased.
American Express Co gave each employee a month's salary as a Christmas present. Jay Kempkes a Fort Madison high school teacher spent his holiday vacation here.
Thirty years ago in Oska loosa twenty three families faced smallpox quarantine amid scarlet fever in Coal Ridge and measles in Pella. Baptismal ordinances at the Baptist church included Blanche Vander Linden Hattie Vander Meulen and Guy Churchill. Deaths noted Rev E Winter Mrs R Van Rockel Johannes Dykstra and H P Durham.
Pella high traveled to Knoxville in a pair of thrilling games winning the second overtime. Wisse scored a standout fifty points for Pella with steady contributions from Steintjes and Voyce. The freshmen and sophomores sparked the night, while Knoxville’s Bailey and Moon led the visitors’ defense and rebounding efforts.
Leonard Booy returns from a six week broken leg, Ed Du Pree rejoins civics class, George Sherlock recovers from chicken pox, and a wave of flu affects staff. Holiday plans include Miss Olson, Miss Healy, and Miss Hartman leaving for Christmas. The Oral English department staged a short play Just What They Wanted and Normal Trainers had a party last Tuesday night.
Pella Eleven defeated Dallas at the local gym last Monday night. Huisman starred for Pella while Nelson played well for Dallas. Coach Wilkins used his second team in parts of the third and fourth quarters. Dallas showed strong fast passing throughout the game.
The first preliminary declamatory contest took place Tuesday at 4 00 p m with awards in three categories Exley Lange rak earned first in Oratorical Elmer Ver Meer was second Lora Ruth Vander Waal won first in Dramatic Alfred Renaud placed second Humorous honors went to Rathiza Henry with Ora Belle De Bruyn second
The Music Department reports an error left out names Babe Veenmen Esther Klein William Vanden Berg Eleanor Vos Patty Jo Shaw Ivan Gezel Arvena Huyser Joy Hackert Carol Cook Ruth Van Donselaar from the Beginners Orchestra. The ensemble now has two divisions racing to outdo each other. Babe Veenman’s side leads with 222.3 points while Joyce Vriezelaar’s team has 81.4.
At Lincoln School well ahead in attendance twelve children remain undefeated in fifth and sixth grades. Valda Halverson has been absent for several days and is hoped to return soon. The report mentions Christmas decorations and classroom activity. A student joke about de Wolfe in sheep's clothing is recounted along with freshie nervous remark and Art Van Zee advice.
The student body of Pella High School extends heartfelt sympathy to Harold, Richard, and Edward Goad after their recent bereavement, sharing in the sorrow and offering support during this difficult time.
Editorial urges readers to explore more than textbooks by seeking varied colored volumes and new adventure stories. It notes shelves deserve filling with aviation tales and readers in general while stressing education and personal growth from diverse titles.
The Second Six Weeks honor roll lists seniors Robert Bosveld Clarence Langerak Esley Langerak Walter Roorda Arthur Tysseling Florence Den Adel Doris Clarke Virginia Van Gorp Sophia Heeren Janet Klyn Bette Lankelma Lueile Paltzer Mary Louise Renaud Betty Ries Ota De Winter Melvin Hartley Darlene Robertus Juniors Viola Helen Boat Leona Breuklander Mary Jane Van Heert Kathryn Henry Anna Keunin Anna Joyce Klein Bernace Vander Linden Sophomores Kenneth Henry James Huyser Paul Klein Philip Sybenga Everett Vande Voort Alta Marie Beyer Harriet Vande Geest Helen Den Hartog Virginia Kempkes Gerald Den Hartog Freshmen Howard Borgman Jacob De Haan Howard Vander Linden Eugene Steintjes Joe Woods Birdy Beintema Rosetta De Bruin Ruth Van Donselaar Norena Grandia Janet Hol Dorothy Langerak Sara Rose Vander Linden Henrietta Ver Meer Corona s hort velyn Freda Zwank.
Amateur notes show farm shop boys evaluating five old gasoline engines once thought worthless, now seen as possibly valuable. Mrs Dockendorff and high school students provide coffee and rolls to night classes, greatly appreciated. F F A members report mixed sports results and routine gym access issues, with chatter about daily life and an odd ball of stray humor.
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