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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1935
Page
8
The Hauptmann trial ends with a death sentence amid controversy over circumstantial evidence. The speaker recalls a past hanging where later evidence proved the defendant’s guilt, noting juries struggle but are often persuaded by strong circumstantial proof.
The text debates whether Bruno Hauptmann acted alone or led a criminal gang in the Lindbergh kidnapping. It forecasts Hauptmann may name accomplices at execution or die protecting others, noting no clear signs of shared financial gain. It concludes Hauptmann likely acted solo, if others were involved they lacked a financial stake.
The piece argues against a Pella liquor store citing revenue from liquor as harmful to families and groceries. It notes residents can already obtain drinks in nearby towns and fears alcohol harms community standards and child welfare. It asserts local men already drink beer and would misuse hard liquor.
A Pella business man said he twice declined proposed liquor store management, arguing he has fought the liquor issue all his life and cannot sell liquor. He questioned the conscience of those who would serve alcohol to others.
Roy Fleck of Leighton notes he would rather do without the telephone than the radio, yet many families rely on both. The radio provides daily weather, crop, and livestock reports, a service especially valued by farmers. The piece ends by recognizing the essential roles of both devices in modern life.
The withdrawal of the case against Rudy Vallee by his wife Fay Webb Vallee leaves her on restricted relief of $100 a week. The note compares Reynolds estate fortune figures and laments wealth concentration, calling for more equal distribution.
A Pella effort under the Federal Housing program gains momentum with the Chamber of Commerce backing. H A Veenstra chairs the local committee as data collection and campaign planning proceed, aiming to involve property owners and lenders in the launch.
A citywide program promotes repairing and repainting buildings with affordable financing. It aims to boost construction activity, sales of materials, and local employment while inviting property owners to participate and read the front page article for details.
Chariton Leader notes unborn babies smoke with mothers and Antioch college experiments. Indianola Tribune quotes Senator Huey Long predicting retirement after wealth redistribution bill passage, claiming Congress had a chance for immortality.
A fifth grade teacher in Alabama uses daily newspapers as reading material. Students must bring a paper each morning and present current events. They learn new words, spelling, meanings, and usage, mastering 15 to 18 words weekly. Orations follow on chosen subjects, reflecting social changes and New Deal context. The Alabama School Journal approves, saying such teaching prepares youth for difficult times ahead.
The piece argues repeal failed to reduce liquor policy battles, noting 3.2 percent by weight beer remains a source of contention. It explains alcohol content measures differ by weight versus volume, showing 3.2 by weight equals 4.05 by volume, and cites safety groups blaming new drinking laws for more traffic fatalities.
A collection of local jests and wry observations from Pella readers. Topics include political barbs about Republicans, humorous quips on hair care and skating, prices and money in Marion county, everyday quirks, and reflections on war and birthrates, all delivered in a playful, hometown voice.
A curious collection of aphorisms and wry opinions about love and marriage, politics and honesty. The piece riffs on Greenback party obsolescence, auto travel, weather, and a parable about boastful self-promotion. It weaves humorous quips with classical references to Washington and Lincoln.
International Sunday School Lesson outlines Acts 3 1 10 4 12 showing Peter and John healing a lame man at the temple. It stresses prayer as essential, spiritual healing beyond money, timely opportunities, and praise when needs are met by Christ. The text frames the central truth that physical healing mirrors spiritual renewal.
State officials report vast refinancings through land banks and Commissioner loans lowering indebtedness. Foreclosures declined sharply after October 1933 while contract payments improve. Iowa refinancings run far below peak rates, with land banks lending over 730 million dollars and cooperative banks supplying tens of millions. The system emphasizes fair collection and equal access to credit with strong farmer participation.
The Inquiring Reporter polls five citizens on the Lindbergh case verdict. John Hoeksema favors guilt, cites conclusive evidence and doubts an outside gang. J. Forbes would have chosen life, suspects an inside job with ransom note links. Walter De Penning sees possible accomplices but agrees on guilt risk. E. F. King questions conclusiveness, expects breakdown if guilty. J Ry Gezle notes possible connection but insufficient proof for death sentence. cites delayed justice and influence of Lindbergh’s popularity.
The Federal Land Bank of Omaha and Farm Credit Administration report Iowa leads in farm mortgage loans with over 206 million tied to Iowa holdings. Peak loans exceed 184 million since the Farm Credit system's start, and Iowa farmers have used about 92 percent of borrowed funds to settle existing debts.
Novelist Michael Arlen plans to work in a mountain studio high in the Styrian Alps aiming to produce new work away from urban bustle. He seeks quiet surroundings to focus on his next novel and potential press contacts.
The Chronicle reports plans for a new high school to be completed in the air. A minor fire at the I Le Cocq house on Main street caused little damage. Deaths include Vander Linden’s two day old son and Miss Rose Wilson. Weddings feature Gerrit Hoksbergen and Gertrude Den Hartog, William Hangerak and Dena Vander Linden, and a double wedding of William Vander Waal and Bertha Van der Linden. Eastern Star offers sympathy for Mrs. Mary Dudgeon. Several residents move or celebrate birthdays and showers. Rev. E B Jones dies in Troy Ohio. Skunk River floods hinder crossing. George Vander Zyl suffers broken ribs. a baby girl born to Mr. and Mrs. Pete Beintema.
In 1905 Central university urged a supplement to P H Bousquet’s $2,000 gift for a science hall. City officials considered expanding the fire alarm system while a gas franchise was discussed. Local weddings, accidents, fires, and property transactions populated the week as roads thawed and towns faced personal misfortunes.
Classified notice urges readers to use Chronicle want ads to reach a wide audience. Encourages posting items for sale, services, jobs, and announcements to gain quicker responses and broad exposure.
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