15 Jun 1933
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1933
Page
1
The piece argues opponents overstate anti enforcement claims citing Edison and Des Moines Register showing prohibition enforcement remains strong. It asserts the Eighteenth Amendment lowers drink availability and that calls for repeal misjudge overall impact, acknowledging occasional wet spots but denying total nonenforcement.
Parents of high school and college graduates felt a rare thrill at baccalaureate and commencement exercises. The passage notes a deep pride at completing the course and reaching a long awaited goal, with reflection on the rarity of such family milestones.
A defense of brevity notes a shift from hour long sermons to 30 minute talks and from long articles to condensed news. Readers prefer shorter pieces as the public mind grows less inclined to sustained reading and presses adopt extreme brevity.
The piece reflects on dwindling neighborly contact in cities and towns. It contrasts busy farmers who still visit neighbors with urban dwellers who rarely know those nearby, noting that many people don’t even know their own neighbors across the street or next door.
An injury to a citizen crossing a busy intersection highlights the need for vigilance amid heavy traffic. The article cites two Memorial Day incidents where reckless driving or unsafe maneuvers nearly caused crashes, but quick action by pedestrians and motorists averted harm.
The Emergency Aid committee blocks tobacco orders for men on public works, arguing tobacco is essential for morale and routine life. Physicians note withdrawal risks, while the piece mocks rouge as unnecessary, suggesting wives would tolerate tobacco to keep men content.
The piece argues wealth awareness in the nation, noting the peril of greed. It questions why the rich pursue more money beyond basic needs and hints at exploitation of the poor or government. The author warns that wealth can drive unlawful actions for fortune.
A citizen questions turning Memorial Day into mere celebration and suggests it be treated as the American sabbath for contemplation. The piece notes Independence Day and other events also invite reflection, warns against excess gaiety, and leaves the final balance to this era’s determination.
The correspondents provide local news and community notes that may lack daily news value but interest weekly readers, enhancing the paper’s completeness and service to their communities.
The article contrasts Dutch religious persecution with the freedom of conscience in Holland America and notes a resident who questions differences between monarchical and other forms of rule, reflecting opinions on governance and liberty.
A concise excerpt contrasts democracy with a monarchical form of government, noting key differences in structure and authority and raising questions about governance in the country.
The statement asserts that democracy will soon show its effects and remains the sole safeguard for unlimited freedom, emphasizing political systems and civil rights as essential to true liberty.
A compilation from Monroe Mirror and Jasper County Record notes in favor of repealing prohibition while warning that bootleggers and racketeers push to keep the Eighteenth Amendment. Iowa reports show small gas stations near beer may vote against ratification to revive beer laws and business. The pieces urge coordinated leadership to restore order in industry and speculate on remodeling as early market stimulus. The Northwood Anchor criticizes Prohibition’s failure, blaming sensational headlines and W R Hearst for misrepresentation.
A collection of humorous remarks and quips about baseball, language, and public figures. The batch includes jabs at Paul Lautenbach, Mose Vogelaar, Amsterdam baseball, and the Stamps, plus jokes about editors and political figures such as Prime Minister Meonald.
If one only knew when to do certain things, he would achieve success. There is a time to save money and a time to spend it. Many wise men have built up fortunes by buying low and selling when high. Indications point to better times. The cycle of business brings good times after depressions. If people having money would spend it, prosperity would soon start on its
A nostalgic slice of era life recalls health worries about city water from pipes and popular public drinking cups. It notes church communion habits, school discipline demerits, Friday spelling matches, sidewalks, a policeman with a billy club, curfew law, sewing bees, and social corn hushings. Farmers churned milk and baked bread while fear of cabbage, tomatoes, and corn bread circulated.
In Pella a weekly column archives local humor and anecdotes. Mrs. B H Langerak recalls Red Rock as a fertile voting site with a whiskey tradition. A Chamber meeting brings a banking joke by Tudor Kempkes and a pratfall about offsets. Local residents Bill Schreiner Jim Van Dusseldorp Bert Van Vark and others share quips on frost water slop and near beer.
Customer questions the price of an antique item offered previously at 350. Dealer cites rising labor and material costs, stating the current price is 75. The exchange notes a large gap between past and present quotes.
The June 18 1903 Chronicle notes the Pella high school class of eleven with nine boys and two girls. Governor-elect Willis J Bailey wed promising supporters. A 14 year old boy Robert Maxwell Jr died in a mine shaft accident. Runnells plans Fourth of July celebration. A son born to Mr and Mrs Fred Wagaman of Lynnville. J Vander Syde selling his livery barn plans a California trip. Twins born to Mr and Mrs Jake Helmhead Otley. Louis Bousquet back from Grinnell for a commencement concert. Henry Cox’s Reasner band booked to play Harvey Fourth. Cherry shipments from Pella reach $1.60 a bushel. Rev and Mrs J B Smith host philosophers group at Keables place. Mrs H C Payne loses and then finds a gold hunting case watch on Main near People’s Bank. Prof W A Young departs for Chicago University course. Young people of Second Reformed church present Rev W J Van Kersen with a purse of money.
Recap of deaths Ed Hynes and P Rus from a railroad accident and apoplexy. J S Rhynsburger gave diplomas to the high school class. A Rock Island train derailed west of town shaking passengers. A horse died after colliding with Mrs Wormhoudt’s car. Central college saw 15 graduates and Dr J L Beyl as president. George A Baitsell and Dorothy Morton Horning announced engagement. John Sedrel sold 14 hogs for $523.85. Frost damaged local tomato plants. Arie Klyn bought a Ford touring car. Ed Eysink and G A Visser new day and night clerks at the American House. John R Kuyper broke his arm cranking an automobile. Main Street and west road conditions criticized.
The Chronicle Weekly Health Message cites the Iowa State Department of Health praising milk for containing all essential nutrients. It notes cow milk is adapted for calves not humans and that infant use must be carefully modified under medical supervision.
A health bulletin discusses milk as a perishable, bacteria friendly food requiring cleanliness, sterile utensils, fly protection, and cold storage. It notes that pasteurization improves safety, boiling milk for children under two, and that proper safeguards boost milk consumption. Iowa disease reports for the week ending June 8, 1933, show various cases of diphtheria, scarlet fever, measles, mumps, and other illnesses across counties.
Eastbound passenger No. 475 at 9 14 a m Local and No 474 at 5 15 p m on Wabash timetable. Westbound Local at 5 14 p m and 11 05 p m. Howell notes included.
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