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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1930
Page
6
A local merchant argues that institutions must seek outside patrons as many towns rely on outside buyers for survival. He notes 80 percent of his business comes from other towns and warns that without broader advertising support from local merchants papers may fail, urging equal local patronage and fair advertising to sustain community papers.
The state attorney reports only about five percent of criminal cases in Massachusetts last year went to a jury. Advocates favor trial by judge citing competence and impartiality, while opponents warn against unconstitutional changes. Proponents of court trials argue jury unreliability and irregularities undermine justice, a view echoed by Taft and former supreme court chiefs.
A historical commentary argues that capitalism, religion, and free expression are inseparable from progress. It condemns Russia’s suppression of rights and churches while warning that denying God given rights damages society. It asserts freedom is essential for moral and intellectual growth and predicts a costly price for Russia’s program.
The text honors George Washington born at Mount Vernon Virginia on the holiday weekend. It lauds his leadership at Valley Forge and the Delaware, the fight for independence, and the founding of a new nation. It notes the challenges faced by the 13 colonies and the belief that America rose to become a leading world power through the Declaration of Independence and the 55 signers in 1776.
A long excerpt honors George Washington and the Declaration of Independence, noting in broad terms the founding ideals of freedom of speech and press, religious liberty, and democratic progress. It traces immigration, humanitarian aims, and wars leading to America's global stance, ending with light humor and a local reminiscence about a printer’s devil and a subscription joke.
A compilation of editorials from several papers debating legal and civic issues. Topics include deaf drivers and safety, divorce recognition across states, retail store strategies, economic outlooks, and political previews. The clippings reflect varied local perspectives on law, commerce, and public policy.
Mrs H Kuyper learned of the passing of her sister in law Mrs J C Betten aged 64 at Eureka Springs Arkansas. In Pella one local store accepted more than 300 dozen eggs on Saturday.
City council heard an employees at the city light plant seek a 26 percent salary increase. Diplomat Fred E. White, longtime Democratic leader of Iowa, died at his Sigourney home. Obituaries noted Lebertus Hulleman age 22, Mrs. John Van Houweling age 74, Mrs. Dirk De Jong age 67, and John Van Ginkel age 75. Mr and Mrs G B Clarke visited their daughter Mrs C W Hawkins at Marshalltown for their 50th wedding anniversary. Marion County Democrats met at Knoxville to appoint delegates for Des Moines state convention. Adrian Lubberden sustained facial injuries from an oil explosion at Fella Motor Company Saree. Clarence Anderson, an express clerk from Keokuk to Des Moines, died at his Keokuk home.
Chronicle notices celebrate anniversaries for O and P Tire and Battery and United Self-Serve. George M Gibson of Woodrow receives a patent for a washing machine casing. Jaarsma buys the bakery building. Woodrows complete a job for the store. Miss Elizabeth Synhorse from Palm Beach is named state chair of the tuberculosis nursing section. Miss Marjorie Baron wins a gold medal at Iowa Wesleyan College extemporaneous contest among eight colleges.
In Tama Ed M Smith, seeking the Republican nomination for governor, declares no national election theme since 1896 and critiques Hoover and Curtis while noting agricultural and prohibition issues. The piece blends local anecdotes and quirky observations from Pella residents and townsfolk.
A brief note traces the phrase Flight O'Tyme to two Chronicle entries dated 1910 and 1920. It highlights how the expression appeared in local notices and column tidbits, reflecting early 20th century newspaper wordplay and cultural references.
Strand theatre may soon show talking pictures. Manager Housack says engineers checked the building for new equipment, with no definite plans yet. Owner J P Klein confirms no remodeling is planned. The change would benefit the community if it materializes and patrons support it.
Silas Oldham a retired farmer of Monroe hanged himself in his cow shed. A small blaze drew the fire department to A D Delles home in the west part of town. C A Yarnes of Spirit Lake Iowa gifted Central University 640 acres of Colorado land. Rock Island railroad pump house at Monroe destroyed between six and six Sunday evening. On a roof job N J Gesman’s house A Docdyns fell, fracturing jawbone and a rib. Marriages: John Elst and Jennie Bleshaar Simon Van Dusseldorp and Alice Van Zee Martin Vander Linden and Lulu Schakel Leenherd H.
Eastbound Rock Island service details list passenger numbers 472 and 474. The fragment notes specific coach or timetable identifiers without additional context or events.
Timetable shows four daily round trips serving Prairie City Monroe Pella Oskaloosa and Ottumwa with three Monroe connections to Knoxville. Special round trip rates apply between all stations. Des Moines to Pella departures listed. Pella to Des Moines times and intermediate legs given with travel times Monroe connections and through routing to Ottumwa.
A fragment from a New York paper features Irvin S Cobb with colleagues debating popularity and influence. The piece hints at office tensions and a violent threat overheard by a nearby desk, suggesting broad public concern as rumors circulate about arrests in a large city.
Des Moines to Keokuk trains 472 and 478 operate daily except Sunday while 474 and 475 run Des Moines to Eldon. Local freights 70 and 71 carry passengers from Howell with arrivals around 11:00 a.m. and 1:80 p.m. All shipments must reach the station by 5:00 p.m. for next-day handling.
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