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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1937
Page
3
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The mutilated body of the kidnapped Mattson lad has been found, shocking the nation and drawing comparisons to the Lindbergh case. Describes the crime as the work of a madman and calls for swift justice, stating that the laws do not harshly punish such criminals.
The recent airplane crashes, causing many deaths among crew and passengers, raise doubts about claims of safer flight. Investigations by government officials are urged, as the mechanism of planes and pilots’ caution are both under scrutiny.
A Chicago airline pilot was reported as offered 1500 dollars monthly to operate in the Spanish conflict and 1000 dollars for each enemy plane shot down. The piece notes uncertainty over acceptance and reflects on war, money, and moral restraint in the American public.
A reader criticizes radio broadcasts for poor jokes and senseless humor. They note a recent prize awarded to a joke with little comedy and urge broader, better quality humor on air. They acknowledge some jokes can be funny but argue much of radio laughter is overlong and unfunny.
In Pella two incidents over eight years show speakers accusing a minister of using an oath. A Democrat woman during a campaign and a Chamber of Commerce speaker faced backlash for labeling a minister with coarse language. The remarks reveal a lack of respect for the ministerial office.
The article argues work keeps the mind busy and prevents nervous breakdowns. It notes that staying occupied at home or work helps avoid dwelling on grief and trouble, framing productive tasks as a healthful tonic for the psyche.
In Pella, the Boy Scouts receive earnest backing from citizens, with B. Wilkins as scoutmaster and a dedicated executive committee. The article argues Scouts teach worthwhile values beyond old notions of training boys to fight and urges community financial support for the organization.
A public call extols the Boy Scouts for shaping future citizens through self reliance, labor, courtesy, and discipline. Leaders including President Roosevelt, J Edgar Hoover, and Warden Lawes commend scouting as essential to law enforcement, moral life, and community service. The piece urges local support for Pella Boy Scouts and the American Legion to expand troops and facilities.
The Toledo Chronicle urges Toledo merchants in 1937 to focus on quality service and fair prices to win resident support. It argues these essentials outweigh flashy contests or stunts and build lasting goodwill across the city.
An Iowa note wonders when California residents will migrate to Iowa for winter sun and healthful climate, escaping earthquakes. The column teases weather forecasters but keeps a light tone about Western readers.
Colfax Tribune notes Congress is not taking seriously proposals to alter the political structure as a new session begins. An influential figure compares the mood shift to a football team trailing and improvising passes. Today, with improving business and rising employment, Americans see the economic system capable of righting itself without radical reforms.
Delta Presa notes Clyde L. Herring and Guy M. Gillette as Democratic nominees for the United States Senate. Gillette is praised as not a rubber stamp, showing conviction in voting and independence from NRA or AAA influence. Herring’s political stance is left in doubt by the author, who nonetheless commends Gillette’s independence.
Eddyville Tribune voices a provocative claim about US share of global consumption and power citing seven percent of the world population consuming a majority of coffee silk oil and cash. The piece contrasts that stance with assertions that the American system has broken down, calling it a strange breakdown.
A Sunday school lesson summarizes Jesus healing a paralytic at the pool in Jerusalem and his feeding of 5000, linking physical aid to spiritual mercy. It cites John 5 2 15 and John 5 36 with a devotional frame, notes the central truth of Jesus mission, and offers meditation questions. It also mentions distractions from unrelated local police and political items.
In Marion County Iowa receivership of Farmers Union Cooperative Oil Association of Pella is confirmed. Creditors must file claims with the Clerk of Court in Knoxville by February 20 1937 and provide securities statements. two publications in the Pella Chronicle and registered mail to creditors of record. Dated January 18 1937. Dick C Van Zante attorney for the receiver.
Bankers Life Co. sues Howard E. Steele and others. A special execution directs a levy on the defendants property in Marion County Iowa for 7301.75. The notice states a sheriff sale of the described real estate following the January 4 1937 levy.
The north half of the fractional section in Section 18 Two 75 North Range 20 West of the 5th P M will be offered for sale to the highest bidder on February 16 1937 at 2 PM at the south door of the Court House Knoxville Marion County Iowa. If your homestead is included and not platted and recorded within ten days of service it will be marked and recorded with costs added. Dated January 4. Sheriff Marion County P A. Grindman Deputy Howard J Kading.
Twenty years ago the Still Osteopath basketball team from Des Moines defeated the Central Collegiate squad 58 to 23. The item appears in the Chronicle dated January 25, 1917, noting a lopsided Des Moines win and other local notes.
Thirty years ago on Jan 24 1907 C Bruinekool of the Pella Tank factory broke his leg after striking it with a hammer during duties. On the same day Mrs J Hesselink fell on the sidewalk near the W Rietveld home fracturing her right arm above the wrist.
A freight train wreck on the Rock Island near Eddyville disrupted traffic for nine hours. Separate items note Mrs. L A Eysink injuring her right hand while sewing, and Edith Warren named clerk on a senate committee chaired by her father J L Warren. Also mentions Kate Rietveld visiting Otley, mail contracts for Rock Island, and multiple local deaths and donations.
Amsterdam reports Bernice Dykstra's hospitalization and hopes for full recovery. Snow and ice created a solid white pavement, aiding sleighing and coasting, while shoep-shovel coasting emerged as a safer thrill. Community notes cover visits, card games, Rook sessions, and the Christian Union Ladies Aid. Orville Baughman loses a sorrel work horse after a coal unloading mishap. local shopping runs and a school substitution visit round out the item.
Pella High defeated Lincoln 26 to 19 on Saturday night as the Little Dutchmen used a strong passing attack to lead 18 to 12 at halftime. Clarence Langerak led Pella with three field goals and six free throws, while Ralph Mauro scored nine for Lincoln.
An editorial urging readers to master talking skills by choosing topics wisely and presenting ideas clearly. It extols living a good life, minding one’s own business, sharing kind words, avoiding grumbling, and masking personal pains with a pleasant demeanor to prevent burdening others.
School day vignette with students at North vit tivo and Bea st area. Bill Vande Kieft, Jim Kerr, Leatanne Vander Pol return after illness. Miss Plette fears postponement as cast members fall sick while silly antics and gossip unfold.
A fragment listing dates and titles for school activities. Entries include Huckleberry Finn showings on January 21 and 22, and a January 2 item with Geltes and a room party. Other items mention Mary 20 Haley Je and North I High on January 80, indicating OCR errors.
Valley Junction sits atop a muddled basketball conference standings with 20 wins and three losses. Indiazoin and Pella trail, while Wintersot and Kanoxville show scattered results amid a tight race.
The five officers and Advisor Mr. Dockendorf initiated twenty nine high school boys to full fledged local Chapter members. Initiations began last fall at Ankeny and Knox ville Chapter to follow. The group sells livestock mineral at $1.45 per hundred to local farmers. inquiries to Mr. Dockendorf or the members.
The G A A Girls enjoyed skating and ping pong at their first party this year. A chili feed followed with no sickness or injuries reported. The next Declamatory contest will be held Tuesday, with previous winners and new contestants. A Rembrandt Studios speaker talked to the Senior Class about pictures. Graduation looms as Friday offers last chance to see Huckleberry Finn Detective. Normal Trainers expect to survive the state exam. Students and faculty share updates on flu and agriculture radio. A A continues its progress toward new glory.
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