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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1938
Page
3
A weekly message invites readers to submit opinions through the Voice of the Public department. It notes Legion members discussed building a hospital locally, stressing the need for local facilities to keep spending in the area and support for sentiment building, even if the Legion cannot fund the project.
A movement begun last Thursday night offers classes in proper English usage. Proponents cite carelessness and lack of knowledge as causes and say the program will help people write and speak correctly, with momentum expected as it grows.
The Pella Historical Society advocates a planned, well organized effort to collect and preserve local history. Leaders stress the city’s rich traditions and the need to capture elder memories in writing before they fade, not just in oral form.
A radio broadcast highlighted Norma Shearer motto from her stage start at 14 in New York and early Hollywood break. The quote advises taking chances with failure to reach success and urges active effort rather than waiting for opportunities to come.
It is hoped that Pella will be well represented at the Sunset Corners Opera program on WHO Des Moines Saturday night. A special early program honors Pella, then at 7:00 pm there are features for all, ending at the Shrine auditorium with entertainment by a group of artists. Encourage Pella residents to attend to show appreciation to WHO management.
A letter argues for spreading ashes or sand on slippery Ottumwa streets after a skid to aid drivers and pedestrians. It notes Pella already uses ashes, that homes accumulate them, and suggests town-wide street distribution as a safety welfare measure.
Elsewhere in this issue a thumbnail sketch of Roger W Babson's 1938 outlook covers business labor agriculture and general activity. He predicts a big gain over current levels but below 1937 averages. Labor remains weak with jobs for men in fall. Real estate values likely to improve with a building boom beginning midyear. Farm income and profits expected to fall slightly. Hope for generally better conditions ahead.
Reader response to Rev. De Jong's Chronicle piece urges balance between holiday festivity and the birth of Christ. It asks readers to consider whether their view of the unknown God shapes proper Christmas observance and personal belief.
A reflective editorial urges readers to assess last year’s opportunities and regrets, noting the duty to improve living standards and service. It encourages making amends by acting better, seizing future chances, and answering the challenge with renewed responsibility and hope.
Louilia Press argues the Panay incident heightens US risk in the Far East. The piece urges immediate withdrawal of ships and citizens from China to prevent further damage or entanglement.
LeMars Sentinel warns that country newspapers report a rise in itinerant peddlers selling advertising rackets and other schemes. Merchants are targeted as glib salesmen claim rivals have signed up, urging aggressive participation. Community defenses are urged to curb losses and protect local value.
Chariton Leader notes a congressman urging a constitutional amendment to grant the people a say on declaring war rather than the president. The piece argues success would make future war declarations much less likely and frames the move as a major shift in constitutional authority.
Sigourney Review argues that a new generation raised after the last conflict appears ready for war. The piece contends a single generation often leads to another war, with calls to action against Japan as a trigger for renewed conflict.
Sunday School lesson outlines four steps Preaching Persuading Performing and Practicing from Mark 1 1 13 with a focus on John's role in preparing the way for Jesus and the necessity of baptism The piece concludes with meditation questions and local social notes about Oska longa and Pella residents.
Public School News reports state doctors and Miss Edith Dautremont collaborate with the State Board of Health to set up a school clinic at Pella High January 11 at 9 am and January 14 for preschool children. Costs are 75 to 76 cents per child with parental consent. vaccine provided free by the board.
Sheldahl defeated Pella 22 to 16 in a hot battle Saturday night. Rene Rys led the Dam's quintet as the contest stayed tight throughout with the score tied several times. This win marks Sheldahl's seventh consecutive victory and extends the streak.
The Little Dutch host Winterset Friday night at Tocal High School gym in a conference matchup. Pella aims to even conference wins after a 1 1 mark, with Knoxville, Des Moines Lincoln and Indianapolis contests shaping the slate. An opening game starts at 7 15 with Sam Nuzum of Des Moines officiating.
The list of first year typing students achieving perfect two minute speeds on Tuesday morning includes Virginia Kempires Gerlene Ozinga Maxine Van Vark Sheila Dost Virgil Vander Martha Van Berkum Anna Grace Clark Hugh Dunn Wilma Van Du Gerald Den Hartog Lora Ruth Vander Wasi Evalena Wynberg Paul Klein Margaret Ann Varenkamp Barl De Wit and others.
A humorous verse depicts a child awake on Christmas Eve who discovers St Nick drunk on the lawn and departs muttering a cynical moral. The speaker, Jack 6 Smith, notes stockings hung six months and ends with a blunt doubt about Santa Claus.
In a scattered excerpt, Professor Groenendyke ignites tension during a Physics class. Miss Lockhart is described briefly as short and fat, Miss Lamb as blond, and Doc De Boer is noted without his five meter transceiver. The Study Hall clock is claimed to be correct.
The column reflects on notable events from Pella's past spanning 20 to 50 years ago. It highlights local happenings, community memories, and enduring landmarks that shaped the town's character through successive decades.
Forty years ago a public school eighth grade contest featured Excelsiors and Victorians with recitations, humorous pieces, original stories, descriptions, and scrap baskets. The document also notes the death of Rev Walter F. Mair, former Pella Methodist pastor, and a marriage performed by Mayor G. Van Vliet.
City council approves salaries including mayor Vander Zyl at 166.66 and librarian assistants, plus payments for street commissioner Carson and others. A dynamite incident concerns Dennis Wynna at the city light plant. Poultry show interest grows as towns imitate neighbors. Rev. S. P. Shaw moves Wesselink farm near college. Arc light planned at Schubring corner starts street lighting. Dr. Drake student Kryn Ver Ploeg visits, nurse Valentine arrives for Dick Gosselink, multiple deaths reported, new pipe organ for Baptist church set for Jan 19 dedication.
A 1918 snapshot notes Mayor H J Vanden Berg breaking ground for a new Indies dormitory at Central College. Other items include W H Gezel becoming head of the Pella Knights of Pythias, Rev M J Hoffman ordained in the Reformed church, a 26th wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs N Boland, Pearl Van Zee returning to Stratford for school, Elbertha Van Duren born January 2, Van Duren of Leighton, a cooling system installation at Klyn and De Winter meat market, B F Vander Linden bidding farewell to Warner Van Spanckeren entering naval reserves, Mrs A H Clark hosting celebrations for three brides, Ralph Ver Ploeg’s return from Chicago, Bertha Grundman resuming school at Ely, Marion Boot’s civil service appointment in Washington, D C, and Forsyth store gasoline incident igniting a cat.
Multiple visits and well wishes are recorded for residents of the Home for the Aged. Several guests from Prairie City Newton Milo Sully and Otley paid calls or sent greetings to residents such as Mrs. J. Van Gorp Miss Alica Thomassen and Mrs. G. Vander Hart, with upcoming sermons by Rev. De Koekkoek and Rev. Monsma.
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