26 Dec 1935
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1935
Page
1
The municipal administration grants electric light consumers a 10 percent reduction in December, with potential future savings. The move is praised by many, especially heavy users, as rates are already among the lower in the region. Citizens thank the mayor and council for the relief.
A letter argues for extra police protection if thefts of Christmas trees and fixtures continue, urging authorities to act and noting the small but harmful impact on business. The writer says the city should be free of such conduct and that the law should intervene to halt the practice.
A local woman notes that while some find recreation in cards others prefer golf, woodwork, or home duties. She emphasizes that women stay busy and derive recreation from changing tasks rather than a single pastime, asserting that recreation varies by person.
The writer jokes about California friends enjoying cold snaps versus the harsh winter here. They note warm days in California and zero or subzero temperatures where people must bundle up and work to stay warm. Monotony of climate is acknowledged, but preference is for milder winters over bitter cold.
An old reflection from a reader about whether blindness or deafness is the harsher affliction. A former Methodist minister’s wife from Oskaloosa recounts preferring blindness to deafness because hearing sermons hymns and conversation would be lost if deaf.
The government's rural electrification effort aims to bring modern conveniences to farm homes, addressing past income constraints that left farmers without essential comforts. It prioritizes improving dwellings and outbuildings to relieve years of hardship and dark living conditions for the farming community.
The Federation of Labor head says 11,500,000 unemployed may still mask underemployment as many can live without work. He notes some locales fare worse, with conditions deteriorating, while others remain only mildly affected. He stresses the need to secure essentials like food and clothing for millions lacking basic necessities.
Thelma Todd dies under unclear circumstances, joining a growing roster of notable figures lost recently. The Hollywood publicist confirms the actress was found dead in her apartment, prompting a police inquiry and widespread speculation about factors surrounding her sudden demise.
The text discusses unclear murders with debate over whether deaths involved heart attacks or other causes. It notes a era of frequent crime, the role of detectives in solving cases, and many mysteries remaining unsolved with no clear behind the scenes explanation.
The piece urges reopening the kidnapping murder case of the Lindbergh infant, noting Hauptmann was found guilty mainly due to ransom money in his possession. It calls for broader probes into possible accomplices and supports using a lie detector on Hauptmann and others involved.
A radio dispatch claimed a man reached 100 by violating laws including smoking and drinking. The piece suggests many live longer by living righteously, noting exceptions and a belief that Christians may outlive non Christians. It concludes that clean, honorable living seems to offer greater longevity.
Last Thursday in Marion county marked the start of limestone deliveries to farms with a projected 25 000 tons by year end 1936. Farmers increasingly embrace science in agriculture, focusing on land improvement and the government providing practical support in this effort.
Readers note the lengthy pro Hoover address contains no new news and offers no blame for past failings. The piece criticizes the administration while praising Hoover’s political stance, calling the speech a masterful but unhelpful Republican message with no clear solutions.
A fall and winter showcase of neighborly aid as over 30 men gathered on a farm to husk corn for a neighbor unable to work for nearly a year. The beneficiary shone with gratitude, proving practical Christianity remains alive and well.
Editorial from Louilia Press argues Chicago groups aim to destroy toy guns and curb bandit style play by stopping picture shows and controlling children's play. It asserts the solution lies with parents rather than manufacturers or retailers, urging proactive supervision to prevent criminal play.
A Warren County couple celebrated their golden wedding with the bridegroom smoking a cigar from the same box used to entertain guests fifty years ago. He quipped the smoke tasted good and offered a warning to 1936 candidates about how cigars may taste in 1986.
A Des Moines paper confused Governor Hoffman of New Jersey with condemned kidnapper Richard Hauptmann. Hoffman became New Jersey governor last January, while Hauptmann faces the electric chair next January.
A quirky collection from Eph Beerendsa and correspondents notes superstitions and small town remarks. Tales include luck beliefs about needles and black cats, timid politics in jail, and a comic misprint in IGA ads. A Port Dover wedding note recalls a cheeky money gift to the minister.
The text lists titles such as Parachuting Nellie Home and In the Zooming O My Darling as examples of songs that will be revised to current tastes. It notes life and radio narratives shaping music and hints at a cultural shift toward updated melodies and performances.
A collection of aphorisms on manners meals and money. It jokes about speeches at meetings posturing stoolmen at chairs and the difference between giving and taking. It notes appetites at banquets and the folly of those who solve problems with little knowledge.
This study outlines an International Sunday School lesson covering exile and restoration from 567 to 428 BC. It highlights mercy enduring from everlasting, God correcting sins, and the prophets guiding a remnant back to Jerusalem before the temple’s destruction and the rise of Christian witness through the church.
A meditation on divine mercy that endures past all time and its conditional basis for Israel. Mercy is available to those who fear and revere God, not to the sinful without repentance. It strengthens faith and calls for voluntary love over obligatory duty, guiding believers toward righteousness.
A weekly health update addressed to parents and sponsoring agencies. It summarizes measures taken during the year to prevent disease and promote health, emphasizing ongoing preventive practices and cooperation between families and organizations.
To editors reporters physicians and health officers who promoted health preservation maternal and child health and disease reporting throughout the year the Town State Department of Health extends Merry Christmas and Happy New Year greetings to all public health workers and officials.
Twenty years ago Chronicle item lists deaths for the week Ad rian Donai aged 91 Mrs R J Van Drimmelin 84 Kryn Ver Steeg 85 N L Baas 79 Knights of Pythias lodge elect officers J H Reuvers C C J W Boyd V GC C William Schreiner P P H Stubenrauch K R and S H A Bauman M A W H Gesel M W H H Sadler M F W E Sout I G George Heeren Local man hides booze and dog in buggy to celebrate Christmas but reports theft of both whiskey and dog George Lankelma had pneumonia in
University of Iowa students Harry De Reus and Zane Aschen brenner spend the holidays at home. The six week old baby of Mr and Mrs Connie Breuklandeer swallowed a pin causing pain and alarm. Garret Visser of Bussey plans engagement to Miss Jennie Marie Schohy of Bussey. Olivet post office to be discontinued January 1 with service from Leighton route two. G G Thomassen marks 76th birthday in good health. A son born to Mr and Mrs Gerrit Messamaker on December 21 and a son to Mr and Mrs Harry De Haun on December 23. John Bosveld buys the old Scholte property on West First Street and plans a new house.
Thirty years ago on December 28, 1905 the Chronicle notes the paper moved equipment to new quarters. City of Waverly applies for a franchise to build 3.6 miles of 2300-volt power line to serve two or more farm families. Project would cost about $600 per mile. supervisors to consider Monday, December 30.
An advertisement touts Thoxine as a swift acting remedy for throat congestion from a common cold. It claims double action by soothing on swallows and working inside to loosen phlegm and ease sore throat, offered in 35c 60c and $1.00 bottles at Heere ma Drug Store.
Kathryne Hankin, a 20 year old brunette selected from over 10,000 at Paramount, joins Leroy Prinz Paramount Starlets loaned to Hormel Estrellitas for an eight week Midwest stand. She headlines the Rivéra Oskaloosa New Year’s Eve and Day in the musical program A Night In Old Mexico with The California Trio and Juan Hardrigo’s Mexicanos Marimba band.
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