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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1928
Page
6
A notice notes a surplus involving stolen Mexican secret documents. The brief remarks on their status suggest ongoing concerns about disposition and accountability, with officials flagging the items for potential disposal or further review.
Fragmentary notes describe radio tuning to My Blue Heaven and mockery of GM hiring a funnyman. It references prohibition agents fingerprints, bootleg money, modern women choosing partners, candidates with original thoughts, and a slogan about suppressing a Latin American revolution.
An old editorial laments unheeded guidance aimed at young people about marriage. It humorously suggests building log cabins for future generations to be born in, reflecting a dated tone on domestic norms and planning.
An economist states the copper industry is sound and capable of robust production, signaling confidence in future output and market stability despite earlier concerns.
The day’s big news centers on automobile show rooms signaling progress and optimism. Experts say new models and innovations could mark a step toward improved mobility, economy, and daily life amid ongoing global challenges.
An article notes a devised method to extend the life of paper currency and surveys its potential impact on purchasing power if implemented widely. It discusses durability improvements and economic implications without stating concrete dates or figures.
An awkward, fragmentary report notes a mishap in Morrison Illinois where a vehicle struck a chicken and a response took twelve hours as jurors waited. The entry reflects brief, unclear details and the local tone of delayed action.
The remark frames Dr Will Durant's view that a man over thirty cannot truly love yet notes some approach genuine feeling enough to pass as love. The aphorism blends philosophy with a sly joke about aging and affection.
A poet sings of the rhom boid trombonal omnivore and notes his appetite leads to an ill fit after eating something that disagrees with him. The verse blends unusual imagery with a playful self critique.
A historic note from January 1928 records the week in Iowa with temperatures between 28 and 65 degrees. Doors were kept open at the Chronicle office and an electric fan ran to endure the unseasonable warmth.
The law required a Democrat to be appointed to the interstate commerce commission and President Coolidge selected Claude R. Porter of Iowa. Democrats in Iowa praise Porter for his legislative service and prior federal appointment under Wilson, contrasting his selection with Governor Hammill's choice of a friend.
The Chronicle lauds moving the Democratic National Convention to Houston. It argues past venues like New York hurt sentiment and hints Al Smith supporters may cause confusion again, noting women backed Houston while men favored the West Coast choice. It questions the Nineteenth Amendment’s effectiveness.
The Winneshiek County State Bank in Decorah shows deposits over three million dollars, touted as The Oldest Bank in Iowa. The piece notes strong regional banking with seven other county banks, dairying prosperity, Scandinavian influence, and urges nearby towns like Pella and Decorah to push dairy and farming efforts to boost local prosperity.
The Chronicle blasts Iowa ballot chaos arguing it prompts straight tickets and defeats merit. It cites Nebraska as a model and urges Democratic editors to mobilize public pressure to adopt a single clear method, reducing party label impact and safeguarding good governance.
A critique claims efforts to confuse the public mind on church and state, arguing Republicans favor Governor Smith due to fear of a Catholic presidency. It cites the Chicago Tribune and groups like the Anti-Saloon League and Lord's Day Alliance as examples of perceived threats to church state separation, noting Catholics are not unique in allying with religious authority.
A writer argues against state churches and Catholic supremacy, defending citizens rights to unite for political aims. He supports the Anti-Saloon League for ending liquor, criticizes the Lord's Day Alliance, but upholds broad citizen association akin to the Iowa Good Roads Association. He emphasizes Americans’ right to worship freely and to influence government within constitutional bounds. The piece stresses facts and public policy over foreign control and party folly.
The column taunts Iowa leaders over the McNary-Haugen bill during the Towa Farm Bureau federation annual gathering. It skewers delegates like Tjossem, Brookhart, Steck, and Trossem, mocks terminology, and recalls Brookhart’s wartime record while cautioning against political posturing and old grievances.
Twenty years ago Gradus Veldhuizen and Bessie Van Heemert wed January 16 by Justice Van Vliet. A baby boy born to Gerrit and (Mrs.) Van Wyk on January 10. Whooping cough prevalent with several serious cases. Case Van Genderen, formerly at Van Zunte store, buys a July hardware store. Elsworth Richardson leaves Friday for Des Moines where he and Roy John have bought a meat market. State parole board issues order forbidding paroled prisoners to smoke. violators must return to prison.
The piece criticizes Brookhart for being a political showman and urges focus on farm bureau issues including road bond proposals. It discusses Governor Hammill, Bowman, and stakes in Iowa politics, suggesting voters should move beyond past errors and consider future policy over theatrics. It cautions about bond financing and notes tensions around nullification clauses and oil-resource politics.
Dr Steiner in Grinnell defends Agnes Royden while critics urge restraint over smoking remarks. W C T U president Mrs Smith objects to Royden’s smoking in lectures at Iowa State University and Grinnell College. Steiner defends Royden as a capable lecturer, notes smoking as a personal matter, and urges Grinnell to welcome her.
Public notice in Iowa court records states Rachel Adriana Van Geelkerken died leaving a will on file. The February 13 1928 hearing in Knoxville county court invites all interested parties to be heard. Walter Kester Clerk of the District Court issued the notice January 16 1928.
Four daily round trips connect Monroe with Knoxville via Prairie City Pella and Oskaloosa. Special rates apply among all stations. Pella to Des Moines departures at 8 40 am 12 40 pm 4 56 pm. Des Moines to Pella departures at 7 46 am 11 45 am 4 16 7 00 pm. Des Moines to Pella takes one hour fifty minutes. Pella to Oskaloosa departures 9 35 am 1 35 pm 6 05 pm 8 50 pm. Oskaloosa to Pella departures 8 00 am 12 00 pm 4 15 pm 8 00 pm. Oskaloosa to Pella trip takes forty minutes. All busses except late evening connect at Monroe with Knoxville line. All busses run through Oskaloosa to Ottumwa.
Sale notice lists pulleys and shafting available at the Chronicle office. Items described with no prices or quantities. Pickup or inquiry arranged through the Chronicle office.
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