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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1966
Page
1
A policy statement from the paper explains space permitting coverage of major issues and invites reader comment while noting opinions are those of submitters or staff. It invites signatures and reserves the right to edit contributed writings.
The discussion centers on tax exempt housing operations like Fair Haven, former Pelia Home for the Aged, and whether their tax status follows defined rules. The issue is whether definitions and rules governing such operations should be publicly reviewed with both sides presented to foster clear thinking.
A Iowa newspaper excerpt argues Democrats fired a Republican state printing chief and hired a Democrat as Asst. Supt. at a higher salary, claiming a legal loophole and political maneuvering. The piece criticizes law-breaking factions and defends the rule of law, with quotes from the Indianola Herald and a Kentucky land description vignette.
FBI Director J Edgar Hoover warns of spiritual malnutrition and rising lawlessness as streets grow dangerous with many residents afraid to walk at night. Former Justice Whittaker asks if disordered society can survive, linking decay to tolerance of lawbreaking and disobedience.
The Labor Department plans to spend 141,854 to train 700 workers in diaper service as a labor shortage grows. An unidentified diaper service official complains that few people want to start in this career, noting apathy toward entering the field.
ED LAMSON warns readers via the Better Business Bureau bulletin about a scam selling bargain linoleum rugs house painting and roof spraying with low value products and misleading warranties. He urges investigation comparison and dealing with reputable firms and to contact the Chamber for referrals. Public notices include library notices and catalog of new mystery and travel titles available.
County chairman assisted by Marvin Kooyman as county co chair and Dirk Van Zante as Lily Day chair set the leadership for the slate. Local details point to organizational roles for upcoming civic events and governance.
A writer thanks readers and explains the broad reach of Iowa papers to other states. He praises the power of the written word, urges urgency in truth sharing, and notes his preference for melodic music while condemning noisy modern sounds. He invites further correspondence and expresses gratitude.
The Carnegie-Vierson Library lists new titles. Ilka Chase’s Second Spring and Two Potatoes appears as gay adventure featuring a South Sea Islands journey. Helen Curtis Viruses discusses contemporary topics. Rachel Carson’s The Sense of Wonder praises Earth’s mysteries for all ages. AG Den Brown’s The Golden Gate covers the Gate Bridge’s entire story including builders, taxpayers, and engineers.
Volunteer committee leaders for the 1966 Easter Seal Campaign were announced by Mrs. Delbert Hayford State Easter Seal Chairman for the Town Society for Crippled Children and Adults. The campaign runs March 1 through Easter Sunday April 10 with focus on Crippled Children and Adults in Iowa. In Marion County Chapter Pella Area Mrs. Hayford named Reuben Schakel as
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