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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1949
Page
3
A reflective piece critiques prepackaged opinions and the press for shaping public judgment. It urges readers to think for themselves, warning against politicos and special interest voices manipulating thought through pundits and editors.
Pella residents urge improved illumination in residential blocks. A local woman notes deep shadows between corner lights and cites overhanging branches as a cause. She advocates a thorough lighting campaign and enforcement of an existing ordinance to address the issue.
A Des Moines report exposes District Judge Edward Simmons of Fairfield resigning after a July 17 collision that injured a woman. He faced a guilty plea in court and a fine of 1,000 dollars, with remarks about a "man of distinction" contributing to the public treasury. The piece contrasts public perception with the judge’s actions and criticizes drinking drivers on highways.
The piece reports Paul Robeson facing charges over a claim that African Americans would not fight in a war with Russia, with critics calling him a fifth column threat. Jackie Robinson counters by saying a Negro would act like any American, condemning Communism but supporting democracy and equal rights. The column notes Robinson’s stance strengthens minority citizens’ role in democracy and hails him as a national hero while challenging Robeson’s remarks.
The piece argues Spain’s dictatorship backed by the military shows a failed society where vast land remains uncultivated and millions are illiterate. It contrasts Spain’s church dominance with the U S constitutional separation of church and state and warns against federal aid to parochial schools to protect democracy.
A collage of quotes and opinions critiques tax fairness and public value. It references Hollywood gossip, conservation humor, and race in America. It notes Dr Ralph Bunche urging realism amid progress and cites a lynching incident, contrasting ideals with violent acts.
Twenty years ago a blaze ripped through Gerrit Sneller’s farm near the Des Moines River, with neighbors aiding efforts as an unnamed plane was seen overhead shortly before the fire. Reports mention a cigarette in cockpit, possible misfire, and local residents from Des Moines area recalling the incident amid scattered notes about associated people and place names.
Forty years ago Dr George S Keeney joined the town after serving as house doctor in Des Moines. He opened an office over Warmholds Clothing Store. The Pella team beat Monroe 7 to 1 with Skillet Carson pitching. Citizens fined two south of Monroe for speeding. Zendings feest raised 715 for missions with 1200 attendees. Epworth League picnic fed 60. Chronicle launched a piano subscription contest offering 25 Lombard pianos. Copenhagen disputes Cook's North Pole claim. Mayor Gesman reportedly got lost at camp. Lincoln pennies offered for exchange at Citizens National Bank. Local prices included hogs 6.80–7.50, corn 0.58, wheat 0.85, oats 0.30, butter 0.16. Bridge between Pella and Knoxville opened after repairs. Real estate sales worth 115000 in ten days. Dutch settlers along Skunk River building a dike using rock and soil. Premier Lloyd George gains support through taxation of unearned increment.
The voyage included Petta seed dealers samples shown by a seed broker in town. Hull carried 150 bushels of seed to sell. Dr James Tracy and four others visited a German home and returned to Denver. G B Seman went back to Miller South Dakota after a visit. A J Kuyper and son Henry visited Orange City then stopped in Des Moines to buy a new Overland car and drove home.
The Red Cross urged continued knitting for war children and mufflers. Porter family held a George Gezel home reunion for 22 members. Two American aviators were seized by Mexican bandits near the border, ransom paid and risk of war noted. City levy rose four mills. Summer reunions, Y M C A work in Switzerland, meat market deals, Ford v Tribune ruling, and local hires noted. A refreshment stand near the bandstand raised 165 dollars with expenses. Civil veteran Engelma injured, Lt De Reus discharged, and local auto purchases noted.
A fragmented opinion piece argues the welfare state erodes faith and security, contrasting Britain’s National Health Service with American ideals. It warns against state reliance, urges duty to civic duty, and asserts America rests on trust in its people and citizens’ responsibilities to families and neighbors.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an aide mounted on Teniel and a scene in Metla. The image or event appears to occur around a Friday during the issue week, with limited readable details on participants or purpose.
Ten years ago notes from Pella reveal plans for record college enrollment. Officials named include President Tamber A Sanden Mary Hood and Dr Wayland Osborn with Mrs Dora Kennedy and Ben Hoelsemt involved in college affairs. Highlights mention College Industries and a waking of a hundred chains project. Fifty men expected at first football practice. Willian Goulooze spoke about six reels of Holland cinema to locals at the high school. Marjorie Baren became central college secretary. Miss Streffeller and Miss Virginia Millike promoted. photo of Nye We Rieper featured. A new Codesce Chapel project by Vanter of Des Moines was underway. The North Central Association recognized Pella High School, a long-sought honor. Prominent in music circles were Supt Buerkens and new teachers pictured. Mrs N Van Viet noted for crochet speed contest.
Don Grais, living near Rockford, reports his corn greatly beyond knee high in July with several stalks reaching nine feet tall, reflecting impressive growth for the season.
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