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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1963
Page
1
The newspaper states its policy to present important issues within space limits. It invites reader opinions on any material published here and emphasizes that not all opinions are staff views. Submissions may be edited to fit this page.
A letter from F. J. H. argues the civil rights bill expands federal power eroding property rights free speech and constitutional guarantees. It warns of regional commissars and executive orders undermining liberty and urges readers to write their congressman to oppose the measure.
A historical address contrasts classic liberalism with modern expansion of federal power. It cites Washington’s warning about government as a dangerous master and Rickenbacker’s critique of bureaucratic growth invading cities, homes, schools, and churches, arguing liberalism’s honor is marred by unchecked state power.
Oren Lee Staley of Rea Mo won a ninth term as NFO president amid accusations of dictatorship and fund handling concerns. The article traces NFO origins with union backing, its shift toward collective bargaining and market strikes, and warns of militant discipline possibly eclipsing independent farmers as Teamsters AFL tensions grow.
A reflection on House voting to cut taxes by over 11 billion without spending cuts. Senate Finance Committee faces pressure to hold spending line. Byrd cited in warning that deficits and rising debt broaden beyond defense. Domestic civilian program costs mainly drive the rise.
The author extols love as the world’s supreme power and path to peace. She frames Christmas as a rebirth of love and calls for universal generosity across races creeds and nations. Frances Ray Ralston of Washington signs the appeal urging truth righteousness and compassion.
In a sharp critique the author denounces House support for a domestic program of social ism and fiscal irresponsibility. The piece links power from the Executive Branch to inflation, a dwindling gold reserve, a weak dollar, and a large current deficit, warning of reduced freedoms for future generations.
The article discusses the meaning of the patience and faith of the saints as in Revelation 13 and 14, noting translation variances and exploring whether believers endure tribulations, trials, and possible persecutions. It weighs whether all Christians face extreme suffering or if endurance varies by individual circumstance.
The Pella Chronicle item covers multiple Sully and nearby households hosting pre Christmas dinners. Guests include Mrs Don De Jong, Connie Brand family, Tammy and Darrell Brand, and Vicki Brand. Other families travel for holidays including Anaheim visits and California relatives.
The report lists holiday visits by Mrs. Marie Brand and family to Prairie City and Pella relatives, a Christmas party for Sally Co op creamery staff at Sully Community building, a kindergarten vacancy at Sully due to illness, and multiple pre and Christmas day gatherings hosted by Van Genderen, Brand, Van Wyk, and Ver Ploeg families in Sully Killduff and nearby towns.
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