21 000 sign 35 corn hog plan
Enlistment of Iowa farmers in the AAA corn hog program for 1935 has reached over 20 000 signers with reports from 35 counties. Progress is uneven with some counties far ahead of last year. Marion county forms the first county corn hog association and allocates an initial committee. County signers totals listed include Adair 800 Adams 820 Black Hawk 224 and many others as the signup continues amid weather and road delays.
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Iowa
Towa
United States
Marion County
Newton
L. T. Newton
N. I. Grand
S. A. Roberts
John A. Hartley
Ross Bly
Robert S. Overton
J. L. Goff
Sac
Kossuth
Page
R. M. Evans
AAA
Adair
Adams
Black Hawk
Buchanan
Butler
Calhoun
Jasper
Jones
Marion
Monroe
Montgomery
Osceola
Pocahontas
Van
Warren
Woodbury
Detroit Labor Board ballot count shows 90 percent unaffiliated
The Automotive Labor Board chaired by President Roosevelt reports 34,273 of 38,336 Detroit plant workers unaffiliated, eight unions totaling 10 percent, AFL affiliation five percent. Projected total could reach 200,000 with little support for unions, suggesting union labor declines amid radical tactics.
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Automotive Labor Board
Roosevelt
Detroit
Mich
American Federation of Labor
Iowa Motorists Support Fuel and Vehicle Tax Use
A plan in the Iowa General Assembly to earmark automobile tax revenue solely for highway building and maintenance gains backing. The speaker notes years of underuse prior to recent road work and argues continued, expanded pavement and graveling with all gas and vehicle tax funds directed to road construction.
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Iowa General Assembly
Iowa
No Curfew Law for Pella Sparks Parental Debate
Opinion argues against a curfew in Pella citing parental responsibility for children aged 10 to 14 seen on streets late at night. The writer insists youths should be home reciting for the next day and that parents must justify later absences. They warn of common outcomes for roaming youths and claim exceptions are rare.
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Pella
Against My Religion Consistency in Life and Belief
A speaker argues that claiming an action is against religion is hypocritical when similar evils are practiced. True religion rests on biblical principles and the founder's teachings, not on selective scruples. Consistency in beliefs and actions is emphasized as essential to a meaningful life.
Farmers weigh dictatorship as relief option
The piece notes farmers facing three years of distress and failing relief seek direct action. They praise President Roosevelt as a friend of all classes and propose a strong executive as a possible path to lasting agricultural relief, while rejecting outright dictatorship as in Italy Germany and Russia.
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Roosevelt
Italy
Germany
Russia
Capitalists must have a heart in reforming industry
The piece argues capitalism endures but needs revision to curb endless earnings at workers' expense. It condemns giant fortunes while many laborers struggle for basic needs, noting government taxation to aid the poor amid abundant money in the country.
Roosevelt presses for uniform highway laws nationwide
President Roosevelt urged all 48 states to adopt uniform traffic codes to avoid varying speed limits. He argued highways connect states as a single unit, and motorists benefit from consistent rules across borders.
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Roosevelt
Iowa
Publicity as a civic duty prompts varied reactions
A citizen urged that his remarks be printed to inform the public, arguing publicity is acceptable for those who speak openly. The piece notes some resist publicity or use it as a pretext, while others welcome it to ensure their words reach readers.
The Terrible Sea Disasters Prompt Inquiry Into Blame
The winter sea disasters cast gloom across the country and prompt questions of responsibility. Officials or vessel owners may be at fault for lacking adequate equipment, and a thorough investigation is urged to prevent future losses of life.
Radio Singers and Their Repeated Songs Critique
The article argues the radio repeatedly costs popular songs by overplaying them. It suggests the public and performers share blame as songs endure cycles of demand, with older tunes sometimes more enduring than newer ones.
The Fabulous Sums For Radio and Screen Artists
The piece notes that paid radio and screen performers earn far more than many preachers for yearly instructive work. It cites William Jennings Bryan as an example of high lecture fees, contrasted with the public’s appetite for entertainment on radio. The article laments audience preference for light amusement over thought-provoking talks.
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William Jennings Bryan
Main Street Southreshaped Soon As Traffic Grows
It is only a matter of time before Main street south of Washington street must be resurfaced due to increasing traffic from Des Moines and the south east corridor. Heavy truck use has worsened pavement, repairs offer only temporary relief, and the worn concrete will eventually be torn up and replaced with new material.
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Washington Street
Des Moines
Editorial Comment Into Politics Again
Indianola Tribune notes Jimmie Walker praising President Roosevelt after resigning amid a New York investigation. The piece frames his praise as a strategic move in a bid to return to American politics amid the New Deal debate. Monroe Mirror criticizes Capitol Hill discussions over a $5 daily prayer allowance for ministers, suggesting lawmakers need prayer.
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Indianola
Madrid
Spain
Jimmie Walker
Roosevelt
New York
America
Jimmie
Monroe Mirror
Capitol Hill
Des Moines
Good Lord
House
Senate
Harmonious town session urged amid liquor seal dispute
A North English Record note comments on a looming town legislature session and a Cooper liquor seal donation stirring Governor Herring. It cites a Washington writer on the high cost of federal free publicity and questions the value of government press releases and unpaid material.
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Cooper
Herring
Humeston New Era
Washington, D. C
NRA
Federal Housing Administration
Uncle Sam
Bits of Gossip and Local Notes From Pella
A humorous collection of town remarks and anecdotes about shoppers, marriages, and local characters. Items touch on prices, fashion, old skating memories, and humorous boasts, ending with a News digest noting business and agrarian statistics from nearby Orange City Journal.
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Orange City Journal
Sheldon Business
Goadgrams Footnote on Growing to the Top
A terse cryptic note reflects on ambition and pace, urging patience for those who toil at the base before rising. It suggests growth comes from steady effort and readiness rather than sudden leaps, with a sly nod to persistent workers and overlooked potential.
Peter Preaches at Pentecost Sunday Lesson
Biblical lesson outlines Peter's Pentecost sermon from Acts 2 22 41 stressing repentance baptism and receiving the Holy Ghost The study notes press the central gospel claim that faith leads to repentance and baptism and that true sermon results are measured by conversions and church additions with emphasis on evangelism and immediacy of response
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Peter
Jesus Christ
Jerusalem
Philip
Jesus
Christ
David
Woodrow Washer Company Amends Articles of Incorporation
At a November 28 1934 special meeting in Pella Iowa Woodrow Washer Company amended its articles relocating principal business to Oskaloosa Iowa adding power to issue mortgages and bonds increasing capital stock including 500 shares preferred and 1000 nonpar common shares with H P Van Gorp Secretary signing. William Tabor and Joseph J Kehoe labor leaders were acquitted of murder charges in Chicago after a riot related case.
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Woodrow Washer Company
Pella
Iowa
Marion County
Oskaloosa
Mahaska ‘County
Rticle
Woodrow Washer. CO
H. P. van Gorp
William Tabor
Joseph J. Kehoe
Ae Sonat
Chicago
Inquiring Reporter Inquiry On Weekly Carning Practices
The Inquiring Reporter asks about weekly routines and learning habits. The piece hints at recurring questions and community interests, seeking reader insights on personal study and practice patterns.
Groundhog Day beliefs sparingly affect Iowa weather views
Local residents dismiss the groundhog shadow as a weather predictor. J W Varenkamp and others call it an old tradition with no real basis, noting cold spells persist regardless of shadow. Several cite timing of spring and Easter as more relevant to seasonal expectations.
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J. W. Varenkamp
Iowa
R. A. Awtry
Revival of Des Moines River clay industry foreseen
Prof Paul E. Cox of Iowa State College ceramics department predicts a revival of the Des Moines River valley clay industry once flourished between 1880 and 1865. He cites renewed demand in pottery and construction materials as the key driver.
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Des Moines Fiver
Paul E. Cox
Iowa
State College
Twenty Years Ago Items From the Chronicle 1915
Items from the Chronicle dated February 11, 1915 note the Second Reformed church Ladies Aid surprise for Mrs. Isaac Le Cocq as she left for Wichita. A record blizzard hit Northwestern Iowa. Neal Van Hemert and Ella Veen wed in Knoxville. Obituaries for Mrs. John Nossaman and Mrs. France Poortinga. A hen nest patent by M. T. Sels. Connie Breuklander returns to Pella. Vander Zyl Bros. ship 2800 hogs to Ottumwa. Births to the Van Dyke and Hodgson couples. H. P. Van Gorp seeks an eight cylinder Cadillac for Star Auto Co. L. A. Kaldenberg farewell party to Sibley. Former Central college men Edgar Mills and Charles Huggins visit. Klaas Snellers injures arm in a fall. A bright Saturday follows several bad ones. John L. Buckman shines as a South Dakota state senator.
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Ladies Aid Society of the
Second Reformed Church
Isaac le Cocq
Wichita
Kan
Northwestern
Iowa
N. A. van Haaften
L. A. Kaldenberg
Sibley
Edgar Mills
Charles Huggins
Central College
Klaas Snellers
John L. Buckman
Pella
South Dakota
1905 Pella News Highlights From February 9
Thirty years ago H P Nagenesch started in the mechanical department of the Pella Weekblad. J P Klein went to Knoxville as a trial juror. 27 joined the Second Reformed church at quarterly communion, 26 on confession and two by letter. The Jansmas welcomed their first child. A coal load arrived on a three sideboard bobsled. An old time party honored Miss Gertrude Beyer. Blind Boon performed at New Shar on and commanded a $145 house. Eighteen inches of snow covered the area. Pella high basketball had a banner year. The new college orchestra was set to debut Feb 21. Lincoln school photo graced the front page. Clarence Vander Linden recovered from mumps. John Gezel and Miss Kate Zylstra wed. Three carloads of hogs shipped from the community. Fire damaged Henry Kersbergen’s residence. Central college boys and girls basketball teams fell to Highland Park in Des Moines. boys 38 to 6, girls 16 to 11.
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Chronicle
H. P. Nagenesch
Pella Weekblad
J.P. Klein
Knoxville
Pella High School
Basketeers
New College
Clarence Vander Linden
John Gezel
Kate Zylstra
Central College
Highland Park
Des Moines
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Lance
John Wynberg
Yescribe
Henry Vande Voort
United Self-Serve
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Gerrit de Boer
Bloomfield
Ripley
Eva van Ooyen
Robinson's Cafe
Bill Schreiner
Lon Wormbondt
Will Bosch
Dominic Haverkamp
Bill
Lon
Charley Klein
The
Uni
Ted States
Farm Credit Administration
Arizona
Salt River Valley
U. S
N. van Maren
the Chronicle
Neal van Hemert
Ella Veen
John Nossaman
France Poortinga
M. T. Sels
Connie Breuklander
J. P. Durham
Beurkens
Vander Zyl Bros
Ottumwa
John Steinkamp
J. H. Klein
Main Street
Jacob van Dyke
Paul Hodgson
Star Auto Co
James Jansma
Cornelia Braam
Gertrude Beyer
Orange City
Blind Boon
New Sharon
Lincoln School
Henry Kersbergen
Dixie
G. B. Ver
Steeg
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