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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1957
Page
5
A William James paraphrase urges using life to serve a purpose that outlasts existence. It warns that those who ignore opportunities for community or public service will be forgotten after death. The piece emphasizes lasting impact through service.
The article notes a budget request of 2,265,000 for Red Rock Reservoir planning, recounts President Eisenhower's veto last year over pork-laden projects, and urges Iowans to press Congress. It discusses March of Dimes polio efforts, deficits in vaccines, nurses, therapists, and social workers, and calls for continued support. It also highlights outdoor life, habitat loss, and a conservation reserve plan to create game preserves and water storage ponds stocked with fish.
Farmers and landowners may under the new law receive liberal aid to establish these areas with yearly rental payments as long as the project is maintained and serves its purpose. Hunters and fishermen are urged to endorse the plan and help spread the word among farmer neighbors in Marion Jasper and Mahaska counties near Pella.
Outgoing Governor Leo Hoegh urges dropping the one half cent tax immediately while incoming Governor Herschel Loveless vows to veto any bill sustaining it. The Republican Legislature considers the politics, public sentiment, and potential drastic proposals to raise the tax to three or five cents, reflecting a rare push to lower taxes and public approval of such talks.
A compact review cites widespread use of installment buying in households and government bonds for facilities. It argues highways may bring billboards, urges unobstructed natural beauty views, and includes a businessman’s admonition on competition fostering discipline and efficiency.
Items of interest from The Chronicle recapping notable events from 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 years ago. The column highlights memories and milestones that shaped local history, inviting readers to reflect on past community moments and figures.
Fifty years ago the Central College Auxiliary met in the new Jordan Hall on campus with tours of the Randolph geological collection. Mrs Hattie Keables led the group, which helped fund furnishings for the building. Simultaneously, Case Bruinekool suffered a broken leg in a work accident near Otley while breaking a cast iron pipe.
Kenneth Byram was knocked unconscious in a collision with a Still College player as Central College won 58 to 23. Foul calls favored Central with Um pire calls noted by the reporter. Key Central players were Rhynsburger Baer Dent Adel Boyd and Lowe, with Lowe subbing for Byram. Central also lost to Towa Wesleyan 26 to 24. Boyd led Central scoring in both games. Separately the Federated Club women endorsed building a 40 000 hospital with 15 beds and a five member stock selling committee. Board members named include Vander Ploeg Van Gorp Kuyper Stubenrauch and Brinkman. Peter Groet announced a Male Choral Club and Ladies Chorus concert on January 30 with a cantata.
The program featured The Voyage of Columbus by Dudley Buck, The Garden of Flowers by Denza, and The Fair Ellen by Bruch sung by mixed chorus. Henry Held of Newton died of apoplexy after collapsing at his cigar factory. Debaters Tom Green Marion Wormhoudt and Walter Halbert prepared in Des Moines for a debate with Ellsworth College. A high school boy arrested for drunkenness refused to name liquor source. Eldora urged continued education. G A Vander Meulen's husband died in Los Angeles. she plans building a house on North Main in Pella. Kate Johnson received a miscellaneous shower at Frank Warner home. A higher smoke stack reduced smoke nuisance at the light plant. Road fundraiser collects gravel with Chamber of Commerce contributing 350 dollars. Henry Ford beard joke in Kuyper's Korner. Harvey residents seek a local doctor. Dr Lowrey arrives from Des Moines to practice. Van Gorp and Kerby operate a laundry with dry cleaning, reviving a local service after many years.
Poweshiek County voters approved a 1.35 million dollar highway bond by a 2 to 1 margin to fund paving projects. Firefighters battled two blazes at the Y T Van Niewaal home on Oskaloosa street, with late flames from burst shingles and water damage. Miss Leona Vander Linden, a missionary in China, was reported safe amid a Chinese revolution. Central College beat Simpson 21 to 18 in a tight game led by Beyers and Neifert. John J. Blommers elected Chamber of Commerce president with Gradus De Kock secretary and Connie Smorenberg treasurer. Frank M. Frush named vice-president. John W. Vander Linden sold his stake in Star Oil Station partnership with G. B. Steey.
W T Maakestad of the Extension Service spoke to the Farmers Cooperative Exchange in Marion County outlining a new organization plan. The relief ceilings limited what clients could buy on orders and orders over 40 days old would no longer be honored. Maakestad, former county agent in Mahaska County, presented the plan.
The article notes cities along the Ohio River facing the moat disastrous flood in history while funds were collected for Red Cross relief. It mentions cooperation with President Roosevelt and campaigns for paralysis funds. Local groups and individuals contribute to flood relief and community efforts.
Ten years ago a front page photo showed Captain Jack Munday of the Marine Corps presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Mr and Mrs Dan Meulpolder for their son Lt Ban Ray Meulpolder who died in action in the Pacific. Dan Ray had flown a torpedo bomber. A copy of the citation appeared in a story.
Notre Dame English professor Dr. Jerome Taylor cites Boethius to argue mental harmony through steady rhythm. He recalls Phrygian mode music provoking juvenile frenzy and suggests we should ease listeners with traditional tunes until calm returns. The piece implies a humorous, old-time cure for modern rock lust.
Front page photos show Gerrit Steenhoek and Bill Grootveld with ninety five raccoon pelts from their season. They bagged fifteen in one night with dog aid. Nick Vander Ploeg named Chamber of Commerce president, succeeding J Gilbert Boat. Chamber invited Consumers Cooperative to build a fertilizer plant in Pella. Central College basketball: 45 35 win over Dubuque, 42 46 loss to Simpson. Voss Brown Bergman led in both games. Farm page tale notes Marion County farm land in self district agreements. Pleasantville field day in 1946 noted as US first. Little Dutchmen and Albia game: Pella wins 28 27. Ford cuts car prices by 50 dollars. Editorial discusses postwar recovery pace and fusion energy prospects. Phone MA 8-2240.
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