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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1937
Page
3
A historical account argues that sympathy for female criminals may bias judgment, noting that certain women commit heartless crimes. The piece contemplates reversing leniency, suggesting women deserve penalties equivalent to men. It cites a stark ethical stance framed by a religious maxim about women.
The Chronicle reports its reader favorite birthday and wedding anniversary feature, noting steady growth as more dates are mailed to the office. Editors urge continued participation to keep the column engaging and inclusive for all readers.
The discussion notes two million more out of work and a total near 12 million, skeptical of economists’ optimism. It argues automation displaces labor faster than new jobs appear and while industries operating fully could hire more, the pace may not solve the overall crisis.
Grace Hoek Semas lived just over 50 years and for 20 of them attended Sunday school every Sunday with perfect attendance. The piece notes such fidelity as unusual and urges parents to keep children in Sunday school weekly to learn and apply religious teachings.
The piece notes growing interest in Christmas trees and home decorations as families express the spirit of the season. Illuminated trees in windows, porches, and yards brighten streets and reflect an appreciation for art and shared celebration.
The piece argues Japan’s actions provoke displeasure among the United States and other nations not aligned with its aims in Asia. It stresses American wars were defensive, aimed at preserving interests or aiding rights, and warns a spark could trigger strong U.S. reaction and retaliation against Japan.
The writer notes inconsistent capitalization of words like church association and school across religious and secular papers. They argue teachers push capitalizing these terms, typewriter limits favor lowercase, and punctuation varies widely. They warn education may encourage more liberties, predicting future reliance on only end punctuation.
A columnist contemplates the 1938 tax outlook and Roosevelt’s push to reduce burdens amid a large federal deficit. The piece argues government spending strains finances and questions how long the nation can endure funding with public funds, urging prudent use of available spiritual and intellectual resources to pursue happiness.
A reflective essay urges progressive living as the year starts anew. It discusses human nature, three kinds of perfection, and the aim to improve daily, embracing responsibility, duties, and a hopeful role in making the world better. It encourages filling our niche with honor and usefulness in the year ahead.
The Chronicle editor writes that nine years of work are ending and a new editorial and news tenure begins. He recalls joining Pella in December 1929 and succeeding W A Young to continue the paper's legacy as Pella's Leading Newspaper. The staff credits past editors for high standards and expresses commitment to further improvement with subscriber, advertiser and local staff support.
Newton Mirror questions U S involvement after the Panay sinking and the attack on gun boats and oil ships. It argues the United States should avoid war, not interfere in foreign conflicts, and protect citizens at home while letting others handle their own affairs. It notes a Newton boy wounded and urges restraint and defense at home.
The Scranton Nebraska church staged an 18 hour Sunday service starting at 3 a.m. with 72 members reading the New Testament aloud in sequence. The event drew attention more for showmanship than deep reflection, as organizers touted the ostensible piety of participants.
Sunday School lesson explores the desire for greatness in Mark 10 35 45 emphasizing humility and service as true greatness. It outlines seeking explaining magnifying greatness and reflects on church life and questions for meditation. Floyd Melvin Alloway 36 Des Moines WPA worker wounded fatally answering a knock. Robert Worth Bingham 66 US ambassador to Great Britain died Saturday night in Baltimore after murder charges filed against his foster mother.
Americans contributed 26.19 million to the Red Cross last year for general and emergency relief with 148,782 donors. New York led with over 4 million, while Iowa ranked 16th with 425,661. State tallies list chapters and amounts across the nation. Interpreting the totals shows broad support for relief efforts nationwide.
A study of the 1937 38 Federal Corn Loan shows major changes in eligibility and design. Critics say strict rules may undermine the program begun in fall 1938, which aims as a permanent price support with production controls tied to the broader national farm program. The piece notes the plan’s nonrecourse feature and the need for effective surplus disposal to back guarantees. It also reports dairy cattle trends and beef price implications affecting farm shifts.
The feature highlights notable events from Pella's past spanning 20, 30, 40 and 50 years ago. It reflects on community moments, local personalities, and enduring changes that shaped the town's trajectory.
A gloomy town memorializes Bert Kempkes after his drowning near Guerts mill while skating with youths. Obituaries list Vander Meide, Ross, Dr. Fuqua, Kempkes, Lankelma, and Moon. Rev. Sunday ends Muscatine revival with 3579 souls saved. Harvey marriages and Breuklander moves fill local notices.
Twenty years ago a Peoria Red Cross campaign led by William De Geus and John Vande Voort collected 103 dollars and 75 cents from each family asked to donate one dollar. The issue also notes several deaths in Otley, a fire at a Christian school causing about 200 dollars in damage, barn fire on the L Simons farm, and several local marriages and events.
After a month long probe, Jim Johnson and Dee Mason of Flagler pleaded guilty to stealing mining tools. Judge H L Boylan imposed $100 fines and costs each, with half suspended upon payment. Tools were found at Johnson's work site and Mason's home, ending a case that avoided grand larceny charges.
Light shines on county records showing more marriage licenses in 1937 than 1936, with divorces rising too. Car registrations and dog licenses also climbed, suggesting ties between finances, weddings, and pets. A joking note from a deputy hints at changing life priorities.
An Iowa State College extension circular says profits for fruit and vegetable crops may fall in 1938 due to weaker consumer demand amid a recession. Apples expected to price lower. grapes may rise with wine demand. strawberries uncertain. sweet corn contracts likely lower. cabbage prices may rise then fall. onions and watermelons show lower prices or reduced production. potatoes acreage similar to 1937 with possible higher prices if yields average.
Dr. L. M. Cline of Iowa State College Geology Department says many farm wells deliver unsafe drinking water. He notes improvements are possible in most cases by proper well location, concrete curbing, and a water-tight cover.
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