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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1935
Page
6
A five person statement urges extreme penalties for Hauptmann if guilty and acquittal if innocent. It condemns the kidnapping and ransom of the Lindbergh infant, praises the Lindberghs' suffering, and calls for united government action to halt kidnapping for ransom. Strong emphasis on making an example to deter such crimes.
The essay lauds wire photography as a major advance, noting its ability to transmit detailed images over long distances in minutes. It highlights the astonishment of readers at this feat and ponders what further advances the future may hold for science and communication.
The Van Veen Van Hemert Post of the American Legion plans a push to secure a public swimming pool with the cooperation of the Women's Federated Club and other organizations plus the city. The issue has seen extensive discussion with no firm plan yet, but Legion support plus allied groups aims to advance the project.
The piece argues that convention owned and privately owned religious papers face decline not only from finances but waning reader interest. It notes many papers have reduced frequency or ceased, as older subscribers die and younger readers do not replace them, signaling a shrinking future audience.
Members of the Leighton Reformed church commend their speedy decision to rebuild the church edifice after a disastrous fire two or three weeks ago. The church has long served the community with spiritual life and activities and will face financial strain to complete the construction, yet shows a progressive and willing spirit to attempt great things for God.
Last Friday evening a large crowd gathered at the new skating pond as many skaters enjoyed their winter sport. The mayor and city council earned the affection of the youngsters by providing this entertainment facility, drawing interest from those who skate and those who do not alike.
A subscriber whose Chronicle subscription had lapsed drove 14 miles to Pella to have his name restored under the new policy effective January 1. He emphasized he did not want to miss the paper and wasted no time ensuring weekly delivery. The paper invites readers to give feedback whether it suits or not.
Football fans recall Dixie Howell as the swift playmaker of Alabama’s fourth win over Stanford on New Year’s Day. Despite indigestion that sent him to the sideline, Howell delivered a brilliant showing praised by coaches as remarkable for a sick man. He is also noted as a potential major league baseball recruit.
The case of Bruno Richard Hauptmann in Flemington New Jersey draws global focus as prosecutors present strong evidence while the defense seeks to blame others. The outcome remains uncertain, with both sides claiming substantial support.
A reflection on the high price of pushing frontiers in aviation and speed. The piece notes numerous aviation fatalities last year, contrasts air and land risks, and considers whether the pursuit of record breaking is worth the human cost. It cites Wright brothers beginnings and foresees safer, more capable machines while questioning if the adventure pays.
Editorial notes that business life expectancy affects women as well as men. A 1929 to 1934 American Woman's Association survey of 1350 respondents found women over 40 earned more and faced less unemployment than younger women, though job loss after 40 means tough reemployment. It urges women to establish themselves before 30 and pursue steady advancement for security and prestige.
Monroe County News notes the Townsend old age pension proposal to grant 200 dollars monthly that must be spent in the month. The paper calls it visionary, largely unfunded, with little congressional support and warns seniors against misplaced hope in the plan.
Local column notes lighthearted items from Pella including dog antics with a mail order catalog, junior high oversight by Mr. Bishop, and affectionate jests about telephone busy signals. Snippets cover quirky quotes, a tax on brakes as a slogan, a playful accounting joke, and reflections on marriageable bachelors in town with adages and small-town humor.
The lesson outlines Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ and examines four atmospheres: prayer, thought, forgetfulness, and living. It stresses Christ’s constant prayerful communion, the disciples’ need to affirm belief, self denial, and bearing a cross, and the paradox of losing life to save it in Christ.
The parasitic worm Trichinella spiralis causes trichinosis in humans. After eating undercooked pork, larvae are released, migrate via blood to muscles, form cysts, and slowly degenerate after recovery. Rats perpetuate the life cycle. pigs eat rats. Prevention centers on thorough cooking, refrigeration, curing, and federal inspection stamps.
A series of reader opinions debunk or defend the Townsend Pension Plan. Dykstra criticizes the plan as impractical and tax heavy though Vander Geest and Black outline potential benefits and voting concerns. Vriezelaar notes revenue questions while Kuyk criticizes the approach as visionary and unsustainable in economic cycles.
A Polk County family contracted serious illness after eating undercooked pork sausage. At least five members suffered high fever sweating sore throat and muscle aches. Microscopic exams found oval cysts housing larval trichina worms, signaling a trichinosis infection. Public health officials warned about proper cooking temperatures.
The United States Marine Corps celebrates its 159th anniversary dating to November 10, 1775, when a Continental Congress resolution established the service.
The Chronicle notes a unique Liberty head on a silver dollar made entirely of Iowa corn by George Heeren at Keables drug store. It lists weekly deaths, mayoral fines, business change at The Big Store in Newton, wedding announcements, school board location questions, light and power outages, and local births and relocations.
Chroncle notes from January 12 1905 report a ten thousand dollar real estate transfer as John G Thomassen swapped goods for a 36 acre fruit and dairy farm owned by T C Le Cocq located one mile west of Pella. Other items include marriages bank opening dedication births and local incidents across nearby towns.
Fred Van Benthuysen, a Bussey miner, narrowly escaped critical injury Monday of last week when he fell eight feet from the tipple while cranking coal at the mine he and Earl Van Benthuysen operate near Bussey. He struck the crank, sustaining bruises to arms legs and head but walked home and will be unable to work for some time. Mr. Van Benthuysen formerly served as Marion county deputy sheriff under Edgar Clark.
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