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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1927
Page
1
A compact editorial compares Washington and Samuel, praising Samuel’s public trust, selfless service, and lack of personal gain. It notes his retirement grace, sacrifice of policy for national will, and pledge to continue contributing to the nation, urging officials to study his farewell as a civic measure.
A new book titled Scrap-Book of Freedom Liberty and Democracy, compiled by Edward K. Meador, offers quotations from about three hundred authors. It blends world literature with historical speeches and documents on freedom and democracy, with an index and selections ranging from ancient to modern eras. The volume aims to deepen understanding of rights and popular government, priced at 1.75 postpaid.
Twenty years ago in 1907 the Pella Canning Company sold its plant to Des Moines firm Warfield Pratt Howell. A buggy breakdown on Main Street bruised Mrs. Schippers. Mayor Vander Zyl fell from a bicycle after hitting a wagon rut, injuring his face and possibly his arm. The note recalls pre automobile days risks, plus obits and local milestones like a golden wedding and a new baby.
Hugo Kuyper arrived Saturday from Orange City to live with his parents here. He stayed in Orange City to finish the term of school after his parents moved to the new town.
Pella saw a large turnout with Monroe taking the featured portion of the crowd. Ticket sales reached 382, while Onke- Joosa drew 188 tickets, with many attendees driving in from across the country.
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