21 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1935
Page
1
Dirk De Haas was dropped in a body of water as a child in Holland. He recounts life in Iowa, schooling, farm work, and family history, noting seven children, many grandchildren, and deep roots in Pella along with views on politics and local life.
The interview with Mr Paardekooper covers his view of aging and fitness, the impact of the Security bank closure, and reliance on Roosevelt and Townsend. He recalls World War I price inflation, land values, and cattle and sheep prices, plus his varied business career in Pella, including horse prices, a cream route, shoe stores, and building homes. He notes a cautious optimism if crops are good and reflects on his family background and life in Iowa. He mentions Wayne Paardekooper preparing for a debate and Local recollections of early transportation and highways. He ends with a humorous anecdote and observations on street conduct and speed.
The article advises upgrading an aging house’s exterior at low cost if the structure is sound. It cites available financing under the National Housing Act and highlights paints, clapboarding, shingles, stucco, or brick veneer as resurfacing options. Modern trend favors simpler designs and removing ornate trim to rejuvenate appearance. The Pella Better Housing Program is urged, noting favorable labor and material costs and rising future values as conditions improve.
John W. Strohm state fire marshal said on Saturday night a deputy reported Harold Rivers a 14 year old of Melcher Ta confessed to burning a garage and a car owned by Joe Camion of Melcher The confession cited a quarrel between Camion and his mother and states the arson was for revenge It was not yet determined what charges would be filed against the youth.
Legal notice states a last will for Julia Grandia deceased on file with the Marion County Iowa District Court. The hearing is set for March 5, 1935, at Knoxville Iowa, inviting all interested parties to appear and be heard. Don L. Remy, Clerk of District Court, Knoxville, Iowa, dated February 2, 1935.
A period voice denounces heavy taxation with a biting refrain urging successive levies on farmers families and workers. The speaker lists taxed items from land and livestock to tools and housing, urging higher charges on income sales and payroll while invoking the forgotten man in the tax plan.
Senator Borah of Idaho frames the NRA extension debate by asserting that ample evidence already shows recovery administration codes promote monopoly, prompting broader scrutiny of the program's authority and future.
Harold M. Cooper, chairman of the Towa Liquor Commission, was found guilty by a county jury on Friday after an hour's deliberation. The verdict held that Cooper knowingly permitted J. WeRoy Farmer of Cedar Rapids to illicitly possess intoxicating liquor, a charge tied to a Cedar Rapids cannery owner.
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