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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1954
Page
4
President Eisenhower criticized critics calling recession remarks un-American and affirmed his commitment to free speech. He spoke plainly, sticking to fundamentals and speaking straight from the shoulder during the Washington press conference.
Iowa coverage notes Carroll City Council issued liquor permits to relatives of tavern owners after closures for liquor-law violations. Attorney General Hoegh opposed issuing the permits, calling a spade a spade, while council claims authority. The issue remains unsettled as candidates for Republican governor contemplate Hoegh’s possible bid and commitment to enforcing the law.
President Don R Grimes of the IGA cites a 1953 housewives survey predicting rising grocery sales. A new survey suggests housewives expect no change in 1954 with continued prosperity while cautious buying signals potential shifts.
A 1954 January traffic fatalities report shows a near doubling of toll from 1963. Among 600 killed in 526 accidents, 72 pedestrians died, 51 in motor vehicle crashes, 25 in vehicle train crashes, and 227 in rollovers. The most lethal single cause involved single-vehicle loss of control. The piece blames excessive speed and overconfident drivers for the high death toll.
A resurrected inquiry into coffee pricing finds a second committee backing regulation of the coffee exchange. The plan mirrors controls on other commodities to curb speculation and price swings, with advocates arguing it protects U S consumers and aligns with long overdue reform.
West Salem Wis Journal cautions about the abundance in the United States noting obesity traffic and leisure activity while Northwood Anchor discusses editorial policy on crime reporting. It argues newspapers should serve communities with responsible coverage and avoid sensationalism.
A Chronicle column revisits notable items from the 10, 20, 30 and 40 years ago. It highlights events, people and milestones that shaped local history, recalling past community happenings with concise reminiscences and dates.
Four decades back Pella High school clubs posted notable losses with the boys dropping to Eldon 23 to 9 and Keokuk 50 to 6 while the girls fell to Colfax 20 to 5. Vander Den Parsons led with the center scoring against Parsons and Rhynsbergers top-scored versus Penn. The Tigers crushed a YMCA squad 65 to 9 with Boyd leading the way. The Male Choral Club held its annual banquet under director P Groet with toasts from Vander Pol Kempkes Bousquet Grundman Panssen Ver Hey and Groet as escalloped oy and chicken patties served. A death recorded was that of Tate Ten Hagen at 40 after tuberculosis, once Pella’s famed snare drummer. An editor’s tongue-in-cheek note teased editor W A Young about his midlife “birth,” while a Chicago stranger sued a Missouri agent for $400 over a fake picture scheme. no names were revealed. The G A R Circle advertised an oyster supper, and rumors swirled about a possible new high school building though boards were only considering it. February was frigid with 6 to 10 below zero mornings and deep drifting snow. A Des Moines Register item reported Thomas Vander Werf suing for divorce from Anna over alleged cruelty. A buggy accident left Nick Boland Len Den Adel and J H Van Vliet uninjured but shaken as a team ran away. Church organs were quiet on Sunday due to light-plant repairs.
1924 account notes Central High's 19 to 21 basketball loss at Penn in Oskaloosa with 300 fans and a band. Players listed include Boeyink Nei fert Hoogeveen Bouquet and Rowland for Central and Muhl Whit Jock Houser Patterson Anderson Macy for Penn. Also upcoming Memorial of Legion Building dedication and events planned with Frank Miles and Rev. Derbyshire.
Twenty three merchants cooperated in a two day bargain event on the same days as the Tractor School. Leona Vander Linden returns from seven years on the China mission field and will reach Pella in June. Pella defeated Valley Junction 82 to 22 as Liter hit six field goals and two free throws.
Ten years back on February 10 1944 Pella residents faced heating oil rationing and cautions about thermostats. H P Van Gorp led a bond drive in Pella while T G Fults aided in entertainment at Des Moines events. Pella High lost to Knoxville 26 21 in county semifinals. savings stamps neared 10 000 in schools. a 380 000 drive showed strong subscribing. Farmers Union planned to double their Locker Plant. Bob Kazmayer spoke to Rotarians warning on postwar world leadership. Warren County voters approved Soils District 299 to 3. Solly Districts formed in several counties. J B Wilson marked his 91st birthday February 7. Pvt Art Vogelaar attended Army Finance School at Fort.
A Pella centennial era snapshot recalls Dr J E Shultz authoring an article on a dental technique with six illustrations for Dental Digest, and Mrs. Fred Stone of Otley dying after a monoxide incident. Peter Visser named Civil Works Administrator for Marion County. fifty relief workers on projects. street grading and water mains work. Central Cagers beat Dubuque A 34 26 as Coach Winter fields a two line. Community Dollar Day on February 10 sponsors by local merchants. Prices: coffee five for a dollar, men underwear one dollar, beef prices and home goods listed. 1934 Chevrolet models advertised. Dutch Liter shines in Pella High basketball.
A Grinnell basketball game drew strong backlash for flagrant sportsmanship violations. Organized jeering led by cheerleaders and foot stomping disrupted free throws, igniting local criticism of players officials and administrators. The incident sparked calls to uphold fair play and avoid repeating such behavior.
The clipped OCR text notes wartime service names and training locations like Camp Barkeley Texas and mentions spring imagery with tulips and robins, suggesting a small community update tying military activity to local life. Names Howard Dent and Lt Herbert Wormhoudt appear as trainees or servicemen.
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