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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1951
Page
4
Premier MacDonald told Akron Ohio Women Club that world unity is part of a plan where nations live together. He said the United States would aid Canada if attacked and warned no small country can avoid fear, framing unity as a divine plan for the future.
The New York Appellate Court ruled the NYC released time program for religious instruction in public schools constitutional and not a breach of separation of church and state. Enrollment rose from 10,141 in 1941 to 110,529 in 1950, reflecting parental approval.
The piece notes aid appeals from missionaries for starving Indians and India's request for 2,000,000 tons of grain. It questions why more food from American farmers, after the Christian Rural Overseas campaign, isn’t diverted to India and urges broader relief efforts amid famine.
Dr Harlow Shapley told the American Astronomical Society that about a million nebulae or external universes have been discovered through Harvard Observatory telescopes. He warned that only one sky is scanned due to Milky Way obscuration, but beyond it a billion more such objects are projected within a billion light years of our galaxy, sparking humility before the cosmos.
England reports General Devighinhower exuded confidence during a press conference with British reporters. He spoke for ten minutes, answered questions for two more, then closed. He urged unity to implement the Athietic treaty with European forces, saying the free world must stick together to defend itself.
A historical statement extols American resolve to defend freedom and build a solid military structure. It expresses confidence in the United States as the leading free world nation and hopes for clear direction, possibly naming General Tice as a destined leader.
The Little Hoover Commission urged abolishing the Soils Conservation Committee and replacing it with a governor appointed administrator. Iowa’s 99 soils districts protested, defending the committee as an effective farmer-led body that coordinates with other agencies. They argue for election by the districts and oppose duplicating efforts or cutting the current men’s contributions.
Editorial comments question whether Truman Taft and Eisenhower will run in 1952 and urge focus on national well being. The Hampton Chronicle laments modern life from hospitals to cars and clubs, urging citizens to reflect on neighborly values and community action.
Readers Glenere Grundman and Grace Winley gave recitals in nearby towns and drew praise for their performances. College notes report Herbert Bailey receiving high acclaim for singing The Evening Star from Tannhauser. Proficiency letters in athletics were to be awarded by the High School for the first time. Tuberculosis Day prompted churches to cut Sunday services for a special effort led by State Lecturer A B Kepford.
Thirty years ago in Pella heavy rains swollen the Skunk River flooded streets while Colfax saw basement flooding at a new telephone exchange. A fire destroyed William Paarde kooper’s West Pella home at 3 AM. Rural mail carriers paused due to worse roads. Candidates for mayor included Nick Geanan and Thad Vanden Berg. City talks touted 2.7 million in improvements and sewer assessments. The Newton football team beat Pella while local events featured civics, theatre plans, evangelistic meetings, and a big day sale at Bell Clothing House.
The report notes a small crowd mood as students accompanied by a few walkers paraded the streets before a game. Whitlock led Penn with three baskets while Kuyper's Lumber Yard and Sudden Service figure in local business chatter amid notices of a bond election and water system improvements seeking $40,000.
Twenty years ago Vieture showed Leighton public school pupils and teachers on the front page. John A Pos announced his candidacy for Ma and Vella advocated coal use to aid miners. Central's Flying Dutchmen beat Penn 43 to 22 as Wilkins led Central and Hibbs starred for Penn. Reverend I M Bruins of Milwaukee died in a car mishap. The Junior Class Play Rose of the Southland was to be staged with Miss Grayce Wesselink directing. Fire department response to a G G Thomassen home alarm took under three minutes. Oranges at ten cents a dozen and lemons five cents in California. School election set for March 5 with Gaase for board and Baro for treasurer. County agent Textrum to frequent Farmers Exchange. Viewers preferred Common Clay and Sunny Side. Ben Hur named as greatest by one observer. Workmen extending rural electric service west of town. Council approves proposal.
An old 14 page issue described bargain days for Tulip Time weekend. It noted the first meeting for promotion of Tulip Time and the Tulip Toren tower as the event center. Webster second grade children under Miss Streyfeller built a star shaped booth and four youngsters were photographed, including Marlene.
A humorous guide on how a grouch forms and thrives. It lists attitudes and daily habits that cultivate sour mood and social withdrawal, urging readers to avoid these behaviors to maintain cheerful relations. The piece treats grouchiness as a self-inflicted burden on self and others.
The Legion Post and neighbors planned a service to honor veterans with a name and qualification card file. Rob Burlingame praised Pella history before Federated Club women. Farm photos capture De Geus property and local agriculture. Pella basketball beat Chariton 31 to 17, Jimmy Kempkes top scorer. Central’s Ralph Huisman starred in a 50 44 win over Simpson. Marion County bonded $40,000 for relief. total 1940 relief $198,190. county wary of credit strain amid unemployment. Dr. Mason Olcott named Professor of Sociology at Central College. flying school progress east of town with Doug Alexander and instructor.
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