Thoughts on the Hun and postwar plans from Camp Dodge
A reflective piece cites a 350 year old nursery rhyme about the Hun to argue that Nazi threats persist after victory. It highlights Camp Dodge induction closure, praises Iowa servicemen, condemns indiscriminate bombing, and praises postwar vocational training led by Henry Higgens and his Louisiana shipyard network employing thousands of veterans in skilled roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ord
Dearborn
Gian
Andrew Higgens
Louisiana
Bette
al Lo
Wiggens
Higgens
Prophetic musings on war faith and providence in Twain era writing
A fragmentary reflection argues Dutch and British ties amid global conflict, invoking Twain and religious providence. It warns against German danger and the moral battle shaping nations, urging belief that divine aid will aid the faithful against the enemies of Christ and humanity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Holland
Rmans
Bri
Amercan
Twain
England
Christ
Earth
Providencr
Cats
Speak Up For Conservation Farmers In Ohio
Ohio farmers lead the way in soil conservation through demonstrations and CCC camps. One hundred eighty two cooperators shared wins in yields and cost cuts, persuading neighbors to contour and strip crop. With farm and poultry gains up to fifty percent, conservation spreads via farmer testimony and neighbor trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hio
T. C. Kennard
Its Conservation Service
Ohio
CCC
Agricultural Department
Thomas
Editorial roundup on war effort and agriculture
The column notes prospects and policies during wartime. Mentions drought in Iowa, hopes for better weapons and ideas to win war and peace, cautions on war bond purchases, and a Wall Street data analyst quip. Wallace's Farmer highlights rising farm mortgages in Iowa Minnesota Indiana and the South as war prices persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarion Monitor
Wallace
Iowa
Minnesota
Indiana
Fire and civic notes from 30 years ago carry a busy day
A blaze at a hitulithic asphalt near the Central Cillee yard challenged firefighters before asphalt burned atop water. Central College plans a September business department led by Prof. Fred Clifton. The district fairs issued a 114 Lake Prairie Pair premium list, and multiple community notices covered baptisms, weddings, conferences, and visits from officials and residents across Pella and Colfax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senth Bella
Central Cillee
Fred Clifton
Miss Firth
Pelle
Fake Geneva
Wiscons
Hess Synherst
Weeley Hospital
Chicato
Paul Synherst
Wine Vs
PJ Kuyper
Hattie Sant
Vermont
Colfax
Epworth
Rebecca Maasdam
Leni Tine
Duke Vander
Colorado Springs
Colorado
H.R. Bousquet
St Louis
POC
Lankelma
Dyk
Pella
Lake Prairie District
Kool
Tommy Raising
Margaret van Niewaal
W. KE. Lauterbach
Duluth
Minn
Minnie van Niewaal
G. V. Orr
Des Moines
Y. T. van Niewaal
Abe Ver Ploegh
Fred Perry
Galesburg
20 Years Ago in Pella Water Plant Opens
The town gathered 350 to inspect the new Doud centrifugal pumps at the pumping station as an auxiliary well and station improved city water supply. William Schreiner supervised. Two accidents occurred the prior Saturday at Main and Franklin, prompting police traffic oversight. D G Gosselink, struck by car Thanksgiving 1922, died after long injuries. T D Tice family celebrated his ninth birthday on July 27. Chamber of Commerce promotes Festival Days with merchant prizes and park novelties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
William Schreiner
Main
Franklin Streets
D. G. Gosselink
Gosselink
T. D. Tice
Chamber of Commerce
Carnival Weekend Draws Big Crowd and Local Mischief
A lively town carnival drew a huge crowd with fun and games. An Ford Tractor priced at ten dollars drew attention while a house in Detroit suffered chimney damage from high winds but with no injuries. Events listed include a marriage announcement and a Biscuit Fest at Pella with knife-throwing and a human fly act. Local ads note rental suits and a Des Moines River float event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Connie Wormhoudt
Leland Croll
Fastes
Haw van der Walen
Tvete van Houwebinge
Minneapolis
Meecen
Hoth
Leonard Becremi
Anna de Haan
Pella
Agi
Vin
Barime
Des Moines
Pat Duhn van Dyke
Pella area relief and community notes during tough times
News from Pella and surrounding areas details relief efforts as crops fail and gardens struggle. Farmers receive hay shipments and food aid while relief agencies operate in Marion County. Local schooling updates include teachers hired and new residents moving to the area. Municipal plans discuss a proposed swimming pool and funding challenges. Community events include a Farmers Union picnic with speakers Everson and possibly Milo Reno.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uty
Dyange
Pella
Maaka County
Marion County
North Marion
Ruth Blake
Les
Della High
Henry Unizenca
West Liberty
Ann Schoenbohm
Mess de IL de Vineifornia
Carl D ‘Ries
Mes
John Vander Linden
Cora Mac
Virgil
Chicago
Alabama
Louisiana
Mel
Diller van der Ploes
Clear Lab
Supt. P.M. ‘Krush
Farmers Union
President Everson
The
National Union
Milo Reno
Econom
Cale
Insurance and savings offer for farm and city property
See me for insurance on farm and city property and crop bail. Start a savings account with a life insurer for future income. Insure with solid companies at low rates. Call 60 or write P.O. Box 146, Sully, Iowa. I will call on you. WM. Difleman, Sully, Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algo
Alsc
Sully
P.O
WM. Difleman
Lowa
City Council set wage raises for Light Plant staff
Adjourned session notes the mayor absent as Dieleman elected chairman. June financials shown with numerous disbursements across funds. Light Plant employees receive a ten percent wage increase with schedule based on responsibility and tenure. Henry and related weddings and golden anniversaries referenced for Akron and nearby communities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corcil
Dieleman
Bro Tern
Tysseling
van Gorn
Heeren
Absent
Platte
Bruinekool
van Gorp
Winiivers
Houweling
Ed Muilen
Lester Vander Pol
Clyde
Milton Vanmonth
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pella Chronicle
Official County Newspaper
Owa’ Breen
Ry Sadler Publishing Ca
Mata St. Pell
HH. Sadler
George Ver Steeg
Towa
Jacob Cate
Nethelands
Camp Dodge
Nat
Orson B. Powers
Col
Powers
Grimes
Germany
Speak
Mr. Conservation Farmer
Alcona
Therville
Uncle Sam
Tory City Herald
Washington
Bureau of Labor Utilization
War Manpower Commission
Fliteo
Tyme
C. I. Fox
Liberty Streets
Osteopathic
Drs. Kramer and
Kramer Nellie
West First Street
Subenga
M.D
North Side Square
Camden
General Fund Lares
State Bank
Water Dept
Harper Brush Works
Sip
Holley & Sons Co
Wen Hooksema Stools Oo
Water Fund
Electric Light Fund
Monster
Muilenber M. Sehakel
Jahar Flos Newedbsm
Lal
Joby van Klootwyk
A. AL de Brun
Vines
Mis Marion Co
Uik
Dune Water Dept
Drag Fund
Sewer Fund
Ver Heal
al Sedrel
Ace Wm. Messemaker
Baker
Floyd Needham
Lab
John van Klootwyk
Globe Machinery & Sup
van Houweling Auto Co
Messemaker
Kel
Ada. de Bruyn
John de Bruyn
Tabor
John de Winter
Ries
Mater Dept
Buyert
S.A. Kooyman
Tiel
McKesson Pella Coast
Henry Rossbach
Akron
Mach
Noah Schoonover
Boise
Idaho
Alley Hamilton
Alcester
Dodtora
State Department of Health
Overland Greyhound Lines
Overland Greyshound
Operated
Interstate Transit Lines
South Pacific Islands
Productaon
Swift & Company
America
Livestock Producers
U.S. A
Illinois
United States
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