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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1936
Page
3
Few rejoice at the defeat of the agricultural adjustment act while unemployment and a tight market bite. The writer notes farmers have managed without government aid and can still live, suggesting they may succeed better by rowing their own boat rather than seeking more assistance.
A citizen argues that the community must shoulder welfare duties to curb transients and boost local agencies. The writer argues counties and federal bodies have weakened local welfare, citing Pella as an example where a once strong welfare league now exists in name only.
A skeptical front declares Congress should not scrutinize pay envelopes of the rich. It argues that top salaries are unfair and that most people deserve a living plus a bit more. The writer laments a wealth parade while laborers earn little, concluding with a resigned grin.
The piece argues that mere talk without action fails to curb wealth disparity. It suggests genuine steps to prevent the rich from accumulating more wealth are needed, noting that the rich tend to keep and gain, while the poor struggle regardless of slogans.
The author argues the processing tax was borne by consumers through higher prices. With the AAA deemed unconstitutional, manufacturers, jobbers, and retailers would not remit the tax to the government, so the consumer paid the tax, often willingly if farmers benefited.
A reader asks if the Inquiry Reporter only interviewed AAA opponents. The response says interviewees are chosen as encountered, aiming to avoid one sidedness, and that sometimes opinions are unknown. The note adds subscribers show interest in this feature.
The writer argues interest depends on being a beneficiary or contributor to the Townsend pension. A small proposed tax helps, though $200 a month may be hard to spend after years of payments. The redeeming feature is allowing a man to retire and let others have his job, a rest many seek as an ideal plan.
Commentators expect a substitute for the agricultural adjustment act after last week’s Supreme Court decision. Promoters of a new relief plan are likely to be governed by the same law that applies to such matters.
The text warns against past planning errors that failed in the Supreme Court and notes the majority opinion closes loopholes for work relief. It states the government may pay wages but cannot demand labor in return, arguing corn represents labor and urging cautious scope for agricultural aid. The author supports agricultural relief but recognizes constitutional limits.
The article argues the church must remain spiritual yet practical, stressing evangelism, personal character, and freedom from tyranny. It envisions salvation by faith, active daily service, and a shift from mere fundraising to building character and a present sense of heaven in believers. It promotes institutional still serving humanity and promoting spiritual democracy against autocracy.
The price of hogs rose nearly a dollar after the processing tax was knocked out, suggesting farmers bore most of the tax. The drought is seen as the credit for current farm prices, while the Corn Hog organization warns that ending production controls could create another surplus and lower prices. The debate remains inconclusive.
Montezuma Republican notes Sigourney attorney Bob Shaw among Keokuk county figures urging statewide support for a Republican bid for attorney general. Shaw, a respected lawyer and orator, previously ran in the last primary, placing high in five of nine districts and never last.
A concise op-ed arguing the western farmer should cease fretting over eastern industrialists who have long benefited from the west’s lack of concern. The piece suggests the east prospered by ignoring the west and asks the west to learn from its past errors to advance.
The corn hog program aims to balance farming by aligning corn production with feed needs, boosting hog production by 80 percent in 1936 while curbing rapid expansion in 1937, and stabilizing pork supply for consumers. It also promotes soil protection through crop rotation and erosion prevention on shifted acres.
This Week in Pella notes playful asides on liberty and marriage while recording small town chatter. Pete Bloem buys a new car amid light gossip about beer intake and a stormy day exchange between Bert Roelofsen and Gerrit Smorenberg. Neal Leydens visits with coal and a black cat cameo shadows the scene. A sausage mill tease and barn dancer naming quip close the column.
A collage of quips and quiddities on births taxes and public life fills the page. Notes about Canadian births versus U S policy remarks by Hamilton Fish and Roosevelt spark satire on salaries and politics. Short days and long nights frame playful jabs at weather crowds and civic curtailment discussions.
International Sunday School Lesson outlines Jesus baptism at the Jordan and temptation in the wilderness. It frames baptism as essential to discipleship, details three temptations, and notes liberty after resisting Satan. Includes meditation questions on temptation and steadfast faith.
Newton Iowa John B Kimberly vice chairman of the Jasoner county corn hog committee. After parish of township meetings attendance exceeded expectations. Farmers have re appointed former committeemen to serve in advisory capacity and insist organization must persevere despite the AAA ruling.
Henry county taxes for 1996 will be 47808 more than in 1985 according to county auditor figures revealed at Mount Pleasant Saturday. The gapay may be collected. State purposes levy amounts to 57162 and was omitted last year.
Washington notes the Supreme Court’s decision declaring the Agricultural Adjustment Act unconstitutional. Hubert Utterback discusses the impact on farm policy, potential constitutional changes, and the White House response. He covers Farm programs, corn loans, and political reactions including the House Soldier's Bonus Bill debate and related fiscal concerns.
The Inquiring Reporter asks five people what they consider the most important happening of 1936 in public life. Answers reflect diverse views on events shaping the year.
A panel names the Italo Ethiopian War as the year’s most significant event. Other noted happenings include Jewish persecution in Germany, Germany’s exit from the League of Nations, trans Pacific air service, a record stratosphere flight, and NRA decisions prompting debate on world peace and international cooperation.
The January 20 1916 Chronicle notes theft at William Van Wely market traced to Pella Creamery ice house, W W De Bruyn speaks at college Y M C A, a college Tea club forms with Mrs James Vander Pol president and Mrs Henry Vander Meulen secretary. Library report shows 1672 books borrowed, several deaths listed, weddings for Groenendyke Hoksbergen and Den Hartog Bennink, Otley fire at William Vrieze home, baby boy born to Gerrit Rathers, Mrs A G W Childs injures head and nerves, N Van Haaften welcomes baby girl, Isgrippe replaces influenza, J P Vander Geest leaves barber business for Sully.
Thirty years ago a sled party of the Advanced Literary Society staged a charivari for H. W. Peterson on his marriage to Miss Carr. Local business changes saw LeCocq and Sipkema retire, leaving one furniture store. A delivery boy suffered a bad arm injury at E. R. Roorda store after a glass pane fell. Dock Sadler earned his nickname after six passersby called him by that name. Ed S. Cook became cashier at Pella National Bank during Paul Scholte's two year health leave. Marshall Fields, famed as the prince of merch ants, died in Chicago. A bobsled surge replaced wheel vehicles on a Saturday. The nine month old died near town from Tuberculosis, and Simon Van Dussel dere died of tuberculosis at Matt Tice farm. Van Hemert's meat market team had a runaway when the driver paused to open a gate.
In examining Pella's year 1985, local developments shine alongside global happenings. Central College enrollment reached a record freshman class, deemed by Forest Decker as the era’s standout event with potential long term benefits for students returning as professionals.
Mrs W P Wall wife of a Calumet IA station agent was jailed on 2000 bond after being charged with third degree forgery. She reportedly passed more than two counterfeit checks and asked for a postponement when arraignment was set for Saturday.
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