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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1941
Page
3
A brief reflection from Samuel Johnson warns that when urgent ills demand rapid cure distrust becomes cowardice and prudence folly expressing a terse moral about timely action. The line underscores the tension between hesitation and decisive remedy.
Critics say the war image grows darker and columnists seize the chance for rational copy, while commentators warn the dim picture benefits the dictators and heightens propaganda value for hostile powers.
The fragment critiques widespread obstruction to defense efforts and morale, accusing derailed focus and Nazi-inspired influence. It notes Hitler would be pleased by such disruption, reflecting wartime rhetoric about internal enemies and public weakness.
A patriotic call urges self examination before assailing public leaders and warns against anti Semitic rhetoric seen in House remarks. The piece asks fathers to feel appreciated on Father’s Day and notes labor and government tensions over defense industries and leadership posts. It highlights Mayo Clinic tuberculosis research and older remedies, urging unity among World War veterans.
The article quotes the American Legion from a May meeting urging five points including Navy aid to Britain, resignation of Frances Perkins, a frank White House briefing on imminent danger, federal anti strikes measures, and cooperation to oust disloyal elements. It also condemns soil erosion in Lake Prairie and Summit Townships, urges soil conservation, and calls farming reforms a duty to preserve fertility for future generations.
Dudley Reid argues Lindbergh has become a dangerous national idol. He condemns Lindbergh’s arrogance ingratitude and bigotry from leaving to live abroad and returning to critique America. The piece labels Lindbergh’s wartime advice as ineffective and accuses leaders of appeasement and isolationism.
A nostalgic ode to a local weekly newspaper its role in small town life. The piece praises its simple pages and steady coverage of readers from schoolmarm to farmer. It recalls editorials about families weddings and tragedies, noting the paper’s enduring connection to the community and its shared pride.
Reprinted from the Alten Democrat the piece cites Jan Pieterszoon Coen as a Dutch patriot. It praises Dutch resolve under Nazi conquest, urges spiritual resistance, and vows liberation. It portrays Holland’s exile, suffering, and steadfast loyalty to the House of Orange as the war continues. It ends with a call from American and Allied efforts to defeat the Nazi threat.
Reports from Pella include talk of a cy clone aftermath in St Louis and house vent designs to vent storm air. Mentions of bicyclists Ted and Eddie Kraguess riding to San Francisco in 38 days, heirs of Madison Tice with a large estate, John H Vander Linden’s marriage, editor’s protest at higher personal property assessments, a Miller South Dakota visitor at Central College, a factory engine room rebuild by Barney Buerkens, a gambling loss to Mr Sheeler, Ed and Mrs Wormhoudt missing their stop with missing funds, Van der Ploeg taking charge at Otley school, Phil Hoffman returning to Oskaloosa Herald, and a student picnic by the Des Moines river.
Historical note records the Farmers Savings Bank of Leighton filing articles of incorporation in 1911 with a 10000 stock, Vander Zyl named president, N Van Viiet of Pella as cashier, Sam Van Vilet as cashier and directors Jorbergen H Mppelink Gosselink.orse
Reports detail thumbs down on permanent hitch racks near Soldiers Monument in Garden Square and a meat walk around the monument. Sunset car drivers face penalties as Mayer N Gee man warns of full law fines. Howell pumping station delays from missing castings. electric work finished. Sam Sherman of Way & Sherman prints blocks in his yard hoping to get rich. A Newton Daily News clip praises a Pella Male Chorus Club concert under Prof Peter Groct. Choral trip home marred by rain and seven-car crash. Otumwa driver repairs clutch failure near Pella. Cherries fetch is $1.00 to $1.95 per bushel. West Market beautification urged. gain day or carnival debated. Pella auto club urged for area motorists.
Twenty years ago on June 16 1921 a Boy Scouts troop was organized with Ralph Ver Mag as leader and sixteen boys named. A Van Zante car was damaged in a collision near Prairie the Shriner driver staying unhurt. Garden City Feeder Company began full time service after weeks of part time operation. Gerrit Van Hemert's body arrived in New York for a military burial in Pella. Legion Ball defeated Green Goblins of Kansas City 8 to 7 with Ver Steeg Knox and Rillihan prominent. Graduates Walter Halbert and sister Verna at Ottawa University, Navy service delaying Walter. Shriners Convention drew many to Des Moines and floods delayed travel to Pagosa Springs Colorado for Mr and Mrs Simon Vander Zyl and Miss Hendrine Hospers planned mission field trip.
June 25 1981 Farmers Union sponsored a social at Grandman's Grove to raise funds for relief to the needy in Pershing Iowa. The Pella Chamber of Commerce sought contributions for the same cause. Clarence De Fenning died after overheating in a hay field near the Leen Kommer farm north of Pella at age 26, son of Mr and Mrs Walter De Penning. The text notes preparations for a Fourth of July celebration and other local notices including church events and residents in Pelle.
The lesson recounts Paul and Barnabas entering Antioch after a long journey, facing Jewish opposition and jealousy amid a Gentile awakening. It notes the Holy Spirit guiding their mission, the open door of the synagogue, and the call to spread salvation through Christ beyond Jerusalem.
Bert Utterback of Des Moines was president of the organization. Resolutions printed told of the pleasure the delegates had felt in aging the convention in Pella. South Pella Meat Market ran a large ad inviting phone delivery of meats. Wheat 65 cents per bushel, corn 60 cents, oats 27 cents, eggs 12 cents per dozen, cream 20 cents per lb, hogs $5.00 per cwt.
Nose Little David Dreesman of Titonka enjoyed a playful outing described in a light local item. The brief notes a cheerful moment and a child’s activity, capturing a small hometown scene with a caregiver or family presence.
A man sustained a severe nose injury when a car fan he was handling in strong wind was blown close to his face. Medical staff treated the injury, with the incident underscoring caution around moving fans in gusty conditions.
In a recent Western university quiz a student was asked to name two ancient sports and replied Anthony and Cleopatra. The quip highlights student humor while referencing historic figures rather than athletic events.
An advertisement promotes Adlerika for relief after meals and gas pains. The text notes a cautious claim about quick relief and mentions Vander Linden's Drug Store as the retailer in Minnesota.
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