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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1931
Page
6
It seems lonesome since the close of the school and college year. Faculty members from a distance have returned home or pursue summer studies. Students have entered fields of labor or taken special courses, while the little tots roam the streets and play on the lawns.
The city moves toward publication of plans and specifications for a new sewage disposal plant with a public notice inviting objections. The aim is a much needed improvement, with a chance for public airing of concerns and a smooth passage.
A local report argues that low mood and reduced demand hurt factory operations in Pella. It urges expanding existing industries or attracting new ones to stabilize production and support the market.
Farmers can raise butterfat value by consuming more butter and using oleo margarine rather than selling all cream at market. Previously they sold whatever price offered, losing leverage as producers. With the market crowded and buying power down, prices are forced lower.
A columnist notes the vanishing rural country church as automobiles thin crowds at parish houses once bustling community centers. The rural church, once the hub for miles around, is seen as fading into the past, a change bemoaned by many residents.
The speaker asserts Senator Brookhart is a friend of farmers and devotes effort to agricultural issues in his own way though not guaranteed as best. His focus on denouncing railroads and corporations is noted as a long-standing hobby historically relevant to farmers. The claim adds railroads are not solely to blame for farmers’ present troubles.
The article argues reporters must have a nose for news by staying alert to all happenings. It notes editors depend on vigilant observation and urges readers to cultivate a similar sense to uncover live news rather than idle gossip. It emphasizes news quality over quantity.
In Europe governments challenge church state bonds as Spain dethrones a dynasty and Mussolini curbs religious influence in politics. Bouck White cites centuries of wars tied to church state unions, while the U.S. is urged to awaken before it is too late.
The text argues that service is now a core aspect of commerce driven by the rise of the automobile. It notes dealers provide service beyond goods, from oil to air to radiator work, and that progress hinges on price quality and courteous sale methods.
The piece condemns Norman Baker and his Muscatine cancer cure, labeling it pure bunk and criticizing his broadcasting tactics. It supports the Federal Radio Commission's decision to shut Baker's station off the air and urges continued action against other nonperforming quacks.
Attorney Colflesh warned against peace at any price and urged vigilance. He cited the American Legion and World War experience, arguing peace is essential but must be earned through a strong defense and awareness of dangers. He stressed ending Kaiserism rightly and continuing the national defense program.
A Catholic priest who led Knute Rockne's funeral rites called him a go-giver rather than a go-getter, noting his generous and unselfish approach. The remark framed Rockne's legacy as a model of service and teamwork beyond personal achievement.
A common tern, banded at Eastern Egg Rock Maine on July 3 1913, was found dead in August at the mouth of the Niger River West Africa. It marks the first definite Atlantic crossing by an American bird.
An essay extols Knute Rockne as a model of go-getter virtue and public service, contrasting self ambition with go-givers who use wealth to aid others. It lauds sincerity and consistency as essential facets of upright character, calling such integrity a jewel.
A column reflects on simple human graces such as sincerity honesty and kindness as true measures of character. It contrasts public personas with private virtues citing Buffalo Bill and Sir Walter Scott and warns against hypocrisy in society.
A collage of humorous vignettes from Pella includes playful jabs at local figures, misattributed quotes, and light gossip about residents. It mentions John Van Hemert seeking a tree for a scythe, a post office incident, absent minded preachers, council red tape, and assorted marriages, aging neighbors, and small town quips.
A 1900s style auction notice lists cattle, hogs, sheep, goats, poultry, and machinery for cash with a playful local flavor. It notes sale day details, items like Holstein cattle and a De Laval hay loader, and quirky anecdotes about attendees and locals.
A Chariton man refused to contribute cash to a needy stranger, offering a meal instead. The donor received a phone call later approving the plan and the tramp left with two coffees and sixty cents in sandwiches. The piece frames the event as a confidence game amid reflections on Iowa life. It notes farm fires cause vast losses annually and advises feeding dairy heifers grain to gain weight percentage gains.
A report notes dreath stricken southern districts suffer from soil depletion beyond drought. It warns Iowa farmers to act now to prevent worn out soil and washed away land, stating that simple, inexpensive soil-restoration measures pay off with higher yields and lasting benefits.
A Sigourney Review excerpt notes daily fundraisers for odd causes and mocks a proposal to pay solicitors on a 25 percent commission. It suggests merchants would recover small losses while fundraisers chase carols on unusual holidays.
Identical twins Ellen and Edna Boot topped the Bible memory contest at Central College commencement in Pella Iowa on June 3. Ellen won $10 and Edna $5 and both earned two year normal certificates. They are daughters of J J Boot near Mitchellville.
The Toledo Chronicle posits Hoover as the most capable president in U S history during a critical era while suggesting Calvin Coolidge is content not to run. It presents a paradoxical view of Hoover's leadership and Coolidge’s non candidacy amid national affairs.
Jasper County records note packers appeal to the secretary of agriculture urging city restaurants to lower meat prices to align with farm costs. Restaurant operators resist, warning of lost patronage to smaller outlets they say deserve lower meat pricing. Packers argue high restaurant meat prices curb consumption harming farmers.
The Journal prescribes a two day trip through Town this month to lift mood. Read as travel suggestion, the writer warns against returning discouraged or downhearted, claiming the old state never looked so good and no art can depict the feeling.
Ten years ago on June 16 1921 Dr and Mrs A J Visser celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary. A touring car belonging to A B Van Zante Otley was damaged in a collision at the four mile crossing west of town. Simon Den Hartog near Pella sustained serious injuries when kicked by a horse. Boy Scout members listed include Gilbert Boat Paul Bruins Francis Dykstra Raymond De Haan Logan Hendricks William Jansz Jean Kuyper Charles Mitten Renaud Rysdam Rolfus Sack Mansford Ver Steeg Arthur Steen hoek Anthony Tysseling Robert Vander Wal Willard De Winter Gerrit Wormhoudt. The Garden City Feeder Works played from half time to full time op erativ William Van Hemert traveled to New York to bring home his brother Gerrit who was killed in France. A new drinking fountain donated to the college by Mrs A N Vander Linden was installed. Hajo Pals attended a summer course at the University of Iowa. Carl Gosselink was unconscious after being struck on the head in a shot put contest. Eugene M Dennis and Miss Elsie Stuart were married Marinus son of Mr and Mrs Jacob Aalbers died at their Otley area home.
Twenty years ago in 1911 multiple brief notes include a theater closure for overhaul at the Electric Palace and several local life events. A 9 pound son was born to Mr and Mrs Peter Heerema. Carrie Nation died in Leavenworth at 66. Jake Cornelius wed Miss Kitty Bickford at Oskaloosa. Russell Millard, son of John Millard near Knoxville, died in Lubbock Texas. Isaac John Noe and B Vander Rovart, pioneers, passed away. James L Murphy, former postmaster of Flagler, was found dead on his lawn. Dr B F Keables mourned as Albert Hobbs Camp G A R adopted sympathy resolutions. Rollo C Speer earned a D D from Central two years earlier and joined the 1911 graduating class. Mrs Ben Blommers and baby visited in the C Le Cocq home at New Sharon. Arie Klyn went to Des Moines to buy repairs for a dried beef slicer. Ed Gezel left Fort Madison to specialize in sign writing. A new piano brightened the Vander Kolk home. Prof W A Young left for Grand Island college to chair Mathematics. John Lankelma attended his son James’s graduation in dentistry at the State University. Dave Renaud and Shorty Grandman suffered from motorcycle fever. Peter Talsma learned his father had died in the Netherlands at 77. Mr and Mrs F De Reus closed a Prairie City millinery store for summer. Rev A Van der Ploeg resigned as pastor of the Baptist church at Colfax.
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