State Rights and Slavery, A Civil War Reflection
The Civil War resolved the slavery question but not state sovereignty. The piece notes renewed state rights arguments after the AAA ruling, with the high court urging states to handle agriculture and relief issues locally. It highlights enduring belief in state autonomy and collective contemplation.
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Better Telephone Communication with Nearby Towns
A letter complains about poor long distance phone reception in nearby towns. The writer notes repeated message repeats by remote operators, party-line disruptions, and seeks improved outside service and direct talks, urging managers to focus on these conditions.
Ray of hope on universe survival from Hendrix college expert
Dr E A Spessard of Hendrix College Conway Ark says the universe is not radiating into nothingness, countering claims that the sun's heat fades and life ends. He asserts life continues until divine providence ends it, a hopeful view amid apocalyptic science talk.
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Installment Plan Expands Auto Purchases For Many
The piece notes the installment plan aids millions in the United States by enabling purchases like automobiles and household goods. It argues the rich find it unnecessary, while the poor benefit, and warns cash-only terms would leave goods unsold. It reports two leading automakers adopting a $26 monthly plan to speed sales.
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Recovery mood and media memory in public thoughts
Opinion voices demand faster economic recovery and accountability from leaders amid lingering unemployment and mortgageed property. An article notes films fade with time, while memories of actors and scenes endure, suggesting lasting impact beyond temporary media preservation.
Early Easter Arrives On April 12 This Year
Easter comes earlier than usual with April 12 set for the holiday. People reflect on spring attire and seasonal plans, while weather hopes rise as the equinox storms ease. The spiritual meaning centers on Christ's resurrection and renewal of life, urging joy without worldly excess.
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Depression drives crime claim in unpaid wages comment
The text notes some people link unemployment and low wages to credit loss and suggest the depression has produced many crooks. It emphasizes a debate over cause and effect and cites social tensions stemming from economic hardship.
Honest people unfairly blamed in hard times
The speaker urges recognizing goodwill and intent amid constraints, arguing most people are honest and only unable to meet obligations due to circumstances. Not paying does not prove crookedness. credit should be given for good intentions and efforts to adapt.
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Hoover and the lure of presidential power
The piece questions former President Hoover may resist personal gain in a future campaign yet argues he is human and likely to accept honors or responsibilities if offered. It suggests his speeches may aim to elevate him rather than serve collective good and predicts he could seek a pedestal of power again.
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Words of Dr. Dunn at Central College Chapel
An inscription from 1878 quoted by Dr. L A Dunn warns against letting others wrongdoings injure you. It urges choosing the right course despite peer pressure, avoiding unkind words, and upholding high standards and ideals regardless of others' actions.
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Speaking Up Or Sitting Out In The Political Temperature
The piece notes the rising trend of political campaigns at all levels requiring candidates to state positions on issues. It observes the public’s demand for clear stances and highlights how recent years have seen a jumble of ideas and commitments. The tone reflects on the nature of modern politics and the alliances formed around it.
Peanut politicians lack constructive policy offers
The piece denounces politicians who claim the country is headed for destruction yet offer no viable solutions. It warns voters not to be swayed by glittering promises driven by self interest, urging scrutiny of those with an axe to grind and to feather their own nests.
Congressman Utterback Letter Affirms Processing Tax Burden
A letter to W. D. Van Sittert argues the processing tax shifted costs to consumers. It notes higher prices for meat flour cotton and other goods and states retailers paid the tax first but passed it to buyers. The writer says returning tax funds to processors would be a crime since consumers bore the cost.
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W. D. van Sittert
Editorial Comment on Szepesi Execution and Roosevelt Critique
A Knoxville Express editorial notes Ladislaus Szepesi's final hours before execution in Budapest and his greeting to Bruno Hauptmann. It contrasts Hungary’s lack of a governor with the American case and questions emigration. Chariton Leader mocks G O P stance, predicting future criticism of the New Deal after Roosevelt’s second term.
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Governor Herrig Seeks US Senate Seat in Iowa
The Delta Press urges Governor Herrig to run for the U S Senate currently held by Dickinson, arguing he could beat the weak incumbent and criticizing party loyalty. It also advocates Congressman Hubert Utterback of Des Moines as a superior candidate, capable of putting country over party.
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Local snippets and quips from Slob’s store and beyond
A collage of odd quotes and light jabs from a small town, including remarks on public nuisance labels, Ed Vos’s interrogation, pipes freezing at Vanden Berg’s barber shop, and local sports mentions. It also notes a Sigourney Review headline about 22 degrees below zero and a barber shop pun about hair cutting.
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Vanden Berg
Sigourney Review
No. Too many people in the business.
The speaker urges speed and precision in work, noting that employers demand both. They say a person who cannot say no cannot live within their means, and reflect that loneliness is universal with no perfect match for every soul.
GOADGRAMS WEATHERED WIT AND WORDPLAY OF SPRING
A playful column riffs on eggs and colds, weather jargon, and political quips. It mocks weather forecasters, public buzz, and public figures while wryly noting the era’s slang and social habits. The piece ends with a nod to hitchhiker speech and thumbology.
Jesus Insists On Right eousness Sunday School Lesson
International Sunday School Lesson outlines Luke 6 and Prov 3 13 18 with central truth about applying Christian principles. It cites Jesus rebuking religious leaders for a double standard and teaching that a good tree bears good fruit and a corrupt tree bears bad fruit.
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Jesus
Capernaum
The Rock Foundation for a Fruitful Life
A sermon emphasizes that true fruitfulness requires a correct doctrinal base. It warns that moral error undermines spiritual truth and cites Jesus about building on the rock versus the sand. Only those who build on Christ gain lasting safety and peace despite life’s storms.
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Jesus
Christ
Congress OKs first veterans bonus bonds in June
This week in Washington reports the House passed the Interior Department Appropriation bill and the Senate overrode the president to authorize June 16 1936 payment of adjusted compensation certificates. About 3 618 101 veterans hold certificates with 60 bonds printed and 38 000 000 bonds being prepared.
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Senators Vote to Fund Farm Contracts Under AAA
Representatives approve 296 million dollars to complete payments on contracts with farmers under the Agricultural Adjustment Act. The Senate is expected to vote favorably soon. Supporters urge restoration of the New Deal agricultural program through broad legislation, linking farm welfare to national welfare.
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Senate
Flite O'Tyme Items From Chronicle 1905
A brief column notes Flite O'Tyme entries appearing in the Chronicle dated 1905, recording church events, community notices, and local developments. It highlights recurring civic topics and social happenings reflected in early 20th century Chronicle pages.
1916 Chronicle Notes Range From Deaths To Marriages
Deaths included Mrs. A Popma 64 Mrs Johannes De Bond 86 and Mrs William De Bruyn 76 Weddings celebrated for Dick De Jong and Hattie Jansen Teun is Klein and Gottie Brumekool The North Porterville school house burned discovered after the teacher Kenneth Byram and scholars had left John G De Cook injured at work L W Hartley visiting Lamon and returning with a companion Miss Ruby Clark home from Oskaloosa Axon born Feb 1 to Mr and Mrs John Wisse A T Rouwenhorst bought Mrs N Fenna property on Independence St for 3000 T T Bakker injured by a break on ice Mr and Mrs C W Sipe sold Main property to D D Van Zee moving to Monroe Miss Leona Reuvers named city librarian Mary Margaret born to E V Good at Milton Mercury dipped to 28 below zero
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Johannes de Bond
William de Bruyn
Dick de Jong
Hattie Jansen
Teunis Klein
Gottie Brumekool
Porterville
Kenneth Byram
John G. de Cook
L. W. Hartley
Lamon
J. M. Cox
Ruby Clark
Oskaloosa
Axon
John Wisse
T. Rouwenhorst
Prairie City
Local events note 30 years past deaths and council actions
The 30 year old notes reflect Maindert Tilma's death honored by the G A R post, nearby city council enactment for permanent walks on graded streets, and a jail convict from Polk County seeking reform while imprisoned in North Dakota. John Kinzebach of Reasner wandered, fell ill from cold, and Luke Van Maren sustained severe injuries after a horse frightened by a cow at a depot train stoppage.
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Maindert Tilma
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John Kinzebach
Reasner
Luke van Maren
Local incidents and new ventures in town society
Supt W C Farmer struggled with high school boys caught chewing and tobacco in the building. Will Bruinekool plans a racket store near Le Cocq's harness shop. Jacob Van Daalen starts as clerk at Roorda grocery. Rev John Firth and Mr Ellerbroek organize Red Rock Baptist church with Ellerbroek as pastor. Central college students form a club to curb rowdy behavior. Henry Dieleman injured at a coal mine. Miss Alice Roosevelt and Nicholas Longworth set to marry February 17.
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Stegeman
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Jacob van Daalen
Roorda
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Ellerbroek
Red Rock
Short Term Loans Open for Distressed Iowa Farms
Des Moines reports that the Resettlement Administration offers short term loans with small interest to eligible farm families in Iowa. F A Norton says loans require sound farm management plans, supervision, and local cooperation. Eligible applicants include owners tenants sharecroppers and others dependent on farming who are destitute and credit denied.
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