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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1952
Page
4
Eleanor Roosevelt told Brandeis University graduates in Waltham that courage to stay free defines true virtue. She praised the school's non discrimination ideal and urged graduates to think, learn, serve mankind, and love their country, noting security was not mentioned.
A 1930s tone argues that taxing all income over eight thousand dollars would only fund the government for about twenty two days, implying no relief for the general public while highlighting the burden on higher earners and critics of partisan spending.
Many homeowners neglect tulip beds along curbs leaving dead foliage and weeds. Clean up by gathering old stems and burning them then hoe and maintain beds through summer and fall. A city-wide effort could boost curb appeal and inspire a curb beautification project with community support.
Letter from Beanie Baldwin invites Wallace split supporters to Chicago as Progressives name Vincent Hallihan for president though he is jailed for contempt. Elmer Benson co chairs with Paul Robeson as nominee candidate remains debated amid calls for third party unity. Theme warned as Peace its wonderful with rhetoric against U S stands.
In Pont a Mousson Communist signs appeared on nails overnight targeting U S Air Force personnel of the 117th Maintenance and Supply Group stationed since February 1952. The GIs stayed across from an orphanage housing sixty five children. the boys collected $400 and gave it to the Mayor as a gift for the orphans.
The article recalls youngsters taken to a circus and Easter egg hunt, then scrubbed away signs the next morning. It links WWII era U.S. soldiers with worldwide sympathy, noting children in England Holland and occupied territories idolizing the Yanks and pleading for the U.S. to stay. It frames U.S. soldiers as compassionate ambassadors.
E O George of Detroit Edison foresees electricity use doubling in ten years at Pella as homes adopt more electric appliances. He cites potential sales of ranges, water heaters, washers, driers, incinerators, TVs, ACs, blankets and freezers, noting price stability despite a weaker dollar.
The Kanawha Reporter notes the danger of envy over money while the Oskaloosa Herald critiques hidden taxes framed by a New York Journal of Commerce study. The Toledo Chronicle condemns franking abuses that aid political campaigns and burden taxpayers, urging scrutiny of post office waste. The Ontario Argus-Observer praises the Lake Charles verdict affirming press rights to criticize without fear of fines or jail, urging ongoing defense of transparent government against closed-door practices.
Recap of items of interest from The Chronicle showing memories from 10, 20, 40, and 80 years ago. Highlights reflect notable events, people, and moments remembered by readers and staff.
Four decades ago Laura Kramer joined Des Moines College speech department after starring as a reader in Northwestern University circles. Oskaloosa Chautauqua summer readers were listed, while Pella prepared for Aug eighteen events. City Council discussed water mains as road dust rose at the State Fairgrounds. Local tradesmen updated on cars and farms, with canning factory activity and a large pickle station opening in South Pella. A pioneer resident turned eighty, and a Nashua boy found a valuable pearl in the Cedar River. Rail and road issues prompted civic questions as Chautauqua tents were readied near Beard’s Grove behind Pel National Bank.
Thirty years ago a Pella vs Prairie City ball game ended 1 to 0 in ten innings as DeBruyn doubled and John Rillihan drove in the winner while Ver Steeg pitched in a later 7 to 3 Prairie City win after fifteen frames. The crowd was record-setting amid crowd control chaos.
The Albia Legion Post voted at July meeting to rename from Gold Star Post to Van Veen Van Hemert Post honoring WWI soldiers Gerrit Van Hemert and John Van Veen who died in action. A rattlesnake bite incident in Monroe County claimed a four year old boy’s life after multiple bites while berry picking. Oskaloosa Chautauqua set for August 9 with headliners including Deyan Senator Paia and Sarah Wilmer. Killduff Band to perform in Pella Monday. Pella Band led by C R Crawford generating high interest.
William Van Buren and his wife were named the new superintendents of the Home for Aged, succeeding retired T Idema couple. The issue notes a public sale of valuable merchandise and a local story mix, with Farm Union notables slated to speak at the August 10 Farmers Union picnic.
Ten years ago a twelve page issue reported Johnny Val der Veer being struck by a train while riding his bicycle on the Wabash Railway bridge south of Pella. He was injured but not fatally. his bicycle and wheel were wrecked. Front page photo showed his wrecked wheel and Private Andrew Hocksemanas in uniform serving at Fort Frances E Warren, Cheyenne, Wyoming, with thirteen children pictured as a Rhythm Band directed by a Central College student.
A Fourth of July traffic safety message urges caution to prevent holiday fatalities. The National Safety Council notes 8936 deaths over six years and urges readers to commit to safe travel to avoid becoming another statistic.
Marjorie Lytton leads a Chariton summer group with Carol Osborn Bonnie Kuyper and others. Oskaloosa band concert slated for Wednesday August 5. Vibra harp solo by Gertrude Van der Ploeg at Pella band event Saturday. Dr I J Lubbers of Central College honored for leadership. wife Mrs Lubbers included. Legion drives salvage of 8000 old phonograph records for troops. Farm page covers Virgil Shakel draining Des Moines River lowlands. land owned by Howard Young Monroe. Lieutenants Robert G Menning and Clarence Langerak return from air force flight training awaiting assignment. Sugar rationed. plentiful canning sugar in sight.
Lautenbach and Ver Dught report a short notice seeking workers for tomato field labor and the canning plant. The brief item notes job opportunities and directions for applicants.
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