28 Jul 1932
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1932
Page
1
A reader defends a son who helped arrest his father for killing his mother, nine other children’s mother. The writer acknowledges cruelty of the request but expresses sympathy for the boy who faced the family’s hell and fatal act. The piece notes that state punishment cannot restore the victim.
Ogden Mills charges that Gover and Roosevelt lack a constructive relief policy amid the current economic strain. He argues the Republican party only offers false assurances. He criticizes President Hoover for three years without a viable plan and for blocking Congress from taking constructive measures.
A terse observation notes unusually light Sunday traffic and fewer tourists this summer. The piece reflects on how vacations are restricted to the well off or risk takers, dubbing a vacation a vaccination and noting the pinch in lean times while clover days remain.
The Cubs won three of five against the New York Giants in Chicago, taking two of the first double header, dropping the third, winning the fourth and losing the fifth. They were strong against a hard hitting NL lineup and posted 11 of 16 home wins. English hit the lone homer in the final game.
The 15 percent dividend payment by the closed Security State Bank eases local mood and may boost shopping. While small depositors gain little, large investors receive meaningful sums, with eighty thousand dollars freed to spur spending. Religion and business, guided by the Golden Rule, urges merchants to balance profit with living standards and fair dealings.
Opinion piece arguing about Sunday films to keep youth at home while respecting blue laws. It notes the risk to Holland heritage, cites municipal ordinances, and questions the political viability of an election petitions. It praises local theatre owner Mr. Benson and warns against hindering his business.
A discussion on commercialized Sunday entertainments urges respect for church services and local community stature. An Iowa editor recalls refusing outside advertising to protect Bloomfield's home bakery, stressing local economy and payments staying in Davis County amid broader salary-cut debates.
Senator McKeller of Tennessee warns that federal spending has risen since 1916 to 1.35 billion dollars, comparing it to the value of crops. He cites cotton, wheat, and corn as covering the federal salary list, arguing payroll costs dwarf other expenditures.
The Chariton Leader notes a campaign push for Hoover seeking another term while charging the Democratic Party lacks a program. It rebukes the opposition’s stance, recalling Republican boasts from four years prior and questioning which party truly offers a better plan for the nation.
Last week a Davis County Republican representative reported a Homee bakery ad in Bloomfield as part of campaign communications. The note notes bakery involvement and ongoing election advertising activity.
A long irregular column recounts Pella happenings and jokes from town life. Notes include a new claim of the town boasting the state’s tallest pool, humorous remarks by residents like Billy Bientema and Joe Vande Kieft, barber shop banter, Sunday movie debates, and playful tales of locals misusing city water tanks for swimming. Regulars such as Jim De Wit, Dick Weyerse, and Mary Pipper appear in light anecdotes, with snapshots of neighborhood quirks and playful wordplay.
A youth in Algona Kossuth county claimed to be deaf and dumb to gain sympathy for donations. He presented a paper to the county attorney requesting help to complete his education. An examination showed he could hear and likely speak. He was jailed on a vagary charge.
A brief note traces the Flight O Tym e headline lineage to Chronicle items dated 1912 and 1922, identifying the recurring aviation themed misprint or feature carried across issues.
Report of July 25 1912 includes church services in Central Park marriages of Dick Weyerse Maggie Van Hemert James Croll and Nellie Ver Steeg deaths Elzie Wheeler and Burns infant postmaster reappointment L F Bousquet at Pella births to Gezel and Klein Helene Slob injured daughter fell breaking arm Indians en route to Skunk river camp and fish through Sully
Ten years back in 1922 brings a lively snapshot. Little Paul W Roorda turned seven with a postcard shower. Hazel Myers of Pleasantville was named the county’s most beautiful girl in the Des Moines Register contest. Twelve used cars were purchased in Indianola for 2700 with checks later deemed worthless. Mrs Sarah Richardson contributed an article to the Chronicle about attending the Federation of Women’s Clubs national convention in Chautauqua New York. Mrs Nora McCracken Moore of Golfax died after being struck by a motor truck. Death notices include infant Myron Gaass son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Gaass and former Pella principal C Ernest Clarke who earned a Master’s at Iowa State University.
Facts about counties and subdivisions across states. Texas has 254 counties the most while Delaware has 3 and Louisiana has none. San Bernardino is largest by area. Bristol is smallest. North Carolina and Virginia each have 100 counties. Louisiana uses parishes numbering 64. Auction Scrip note included.
Passenger trains 472 and 474 pass Des Moines for Keokuk and Eldon with 7:45 am freight 831. Daily service excludes Sundays. Trains run the Des Moines to Keokuk and Eldon routes with listed numbers and schedules.
A fragment notes westbound Wabash timetable at Howell, indicating trains may not stop at Des Moines, Watse or other intermediate stations beyond Will not take passengers for other intermediate points. The wording is unclear but implies limited routing and possible nonstops.
The United States Army imported 75 camels from Asia Minor in 1856 under Secretary of War Jefferson Davis to cross the Southwest desert before railroads. The animals performed, but mule skinners objected, horses stampeded, and Civil War disruptions ended the project. Some camels went to circuses, others were released, with wild sightings in Arizona lasting into 1909 and rumors of a remaining herd in uninhabited lands.
A health note discusses heterophia or cross eyedness, noting two common forms cockeyed and cross eyed. It links eye misalignment to accident risk and urges readers to have an oculist examine eyes. It advises careful driving and being known as a safe driver to lengthen life and protect others.
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