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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1940
Page
3
A reflective column on democracy, press freedom, and the appeal of truth. It contrasts Nazi actions with Christian ethics, praises free press as a check on government, and argues for public trust and responsible spending. It also notes Morgenthau’s taxable defense bonds proposal and references a 1940 era American Legion gathering in Pella.
The speaker warns against subversive groups exploiting constitutional freedoms and urges support for the American Legion. He cites Herbert Hoover on how European dictators rose with public consent and stresses that unity, a trusted leader, and truthful public communication are key to preserving liberty.
The Republican party endorses a non partisan farm program as farmers face solvency risks. Willkie urged keeping the program, making it fairer and adaptable to conditions, while other candidates offered no replacement. The platform mirrors Willkie’s stance, delaying politicization and stressing production control only as an emergency measure for national well being.
The piece urges every local business to be named in town newspapers to show the business present and attract customers. It argues that even small mentions help a stranger identify local commerce, and that failing to advertise harms both the individual and the town’s vitality.
The column looks back at happenings in Pella over the last 10, 20, and 30 years. It highlights notable events, local figures, and lasting impressions that shaped the town over time.
Pella Blade notes describe A J Rhynsburger and his wife departing for a new home in Los Angeles. The column mentions a wind stacker trial by A Van Houweling, local gas lighting talks, waterworks issues, and various town happenings including mischief, visitors, church appointments, restaurant openings, circus plans, and local sports results. Names include John Doze Humeston Jows Henry Cox and Diamond Dick.
In 1910 July 7 records Rev C De Leeuw to be installed as pastor of First Reformed Church on Friday July 1. Lawrence Vander Linden Harry Boland Dave Renaud and Sam Van Vilet camp ten days on Skunk River bank. Rev Sipko Rederus to occupy pulpit at Second Reformed Church Sunday. Rederus hometown Farley Iowa. City council contracts sewer outlet to Yeungar Co Cedar Rapids and H J Cathro Omaha for sewers costing about 5. Sam Burgraat clerk Vander Pol store vacation to Skunk river port of Pella. Vander Pol store adver tising piano. Fatie de been pom for ney.
Twenty years ago July 8 1920 Guy Rankin 36 of Tracy drowned in the Des Moines river while swimming with Sunday School picnickers. His body was found Monday after a search by many. his wife and others were nearby.
Ten years ago July 3 1930 Pella officers nabbed a man driving a Chevrolet with 110 gallons of alcohol in tin cans. A leak occurred after wheel trouble near the city line and a tourist reported the odor. The suspect faced bond of 1500 with County Attorney Harry De Reus. Mayor Simon De Laan and 88 unemployed residents noted in a local survey.
Asa had lived in Pella fifty years. Dr. Leo Viersen of Los Angeles visited with Lily and sang a solo at the Baptist church. Henry Hoogenakker and Harriet were in town. The item notes South Dakota on the boom and Kennebec. Others traveled to Minnesota and northern Iowa for fishing and vacations. Dan Hendricks will join Halsey Stuart Co. of Chicago July 1, with Ray Boland and Don Wachter accompanying.
Reed Sponsler of Humeston area creates a low cost terracing device from tractor differential parts and a truck transmission mounted on a three-bottom plow. The machine costs about 120 dollars and terraces hills to curb erosion while conserving moisture, used on his farm and on neighbors' fields as part of Corydon CCC camp demonstrations.
Discussion on publishing official notices in county newspapers centers on cost versus transparency. Legal advertising is argued as the cheapest, best insurance of taxpayer trust in elected officials. The Pella Chronicle will publish minutes, bills allowed, and claims paid from county boards, town councils, and school districts.
Votes are being collected statewide to choose players for the Iowa All Star football game this August. Sponsored by the Iowa High School Coaches Association, proceeds go to the Iowa Crippled Children's Society. Any senior graduating in June 1940 is eligible, with eligibility determined by the east or west side of U S Highway 69.
The Des Moines Register prints W W Waymack's editorial condemning ad hominem arguments in American discourse. It argues such personal attacks derail issues, hinder rational debate, and fuel political mudslinging harming democracy and causing national disunity.
A May summary from C G Burrows of the Iowa Department of Public Safety shows 1,322 auto accidents with 2,098 drivers involved. Violations were reported for 1,215 drivers, including lack of right of way and loss of vehicle control, with 28 deaths and 884 injuries in May.
As Britain withstands nightly air raids and German threats, Russia moves on Romania and Hungary presses Transylvania. Romania mobilizes two million, while Hitler and Mussolini delay intervention. A Japanese fleet nears Hong Kong and Indo China, with U. S. ships nearby and Ha waii’s massive fleet ready. Willkie nomination sparks favorable talk on both sides, depending on the capital.
A父 father and his son discuss the brutal facts of war after a news report of German subs sunk. The father grapples with telling the child the truth while avoiding glorifying combat, aiming to teach that war is cruel and should be avoided, seeking a kinder world.
A G Blick of Hull was severely injured when a well digging machine attacked him. The accident ripped clothing from his body and required nearly 200 stitches in his flesh.
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