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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1930
Page
6
Senator Reed faced disruption during a Sedalia Missouri speech as an SOS radio distress call halted all transmissions for 30 minutes. The radio commission investigates whether the act interrupted a harsh attack on the radio trust, with unidentified ship origins and no clear culprits yet.
A compilation of newspaper editorials criticizing and defending political figures in Iowa, urging consistency and unified Republican support. It discusses Ed Smith’s gubernatorial candidacy, reaction to his defeat, and views on the state income tax while weighing Turner as a potential governor amid partisan tensions.
The article surveys how denominational owned small colleges face funding shortages and enrollment declines, highlighting financial pressures, aging facilities, and governance challenges impacting their future viability. It notes potential mergers and policy questions affecting independent faith schools.
The piece argues that denominational colleges must merge interests and resources to compete with state institutions. It notes challenges from limited support, inadequate housing and equipment, and the need for broader denomination unity. It questions how the Christian college can survive without greater collaboration and efficiency.
National and local Better Business Bureaus warn that fake work at home ads target women by promising easy money. Promoters demand payment for an outfit or materials, often exceeding potential earnings. Authorities urge thorough investigation before investing and note many victims yearly.
A neighborly act can trigger a damage suit as a mother sues her son after a car accident and an insurer settles. The same risk applies to giving rides to hitchhikers, as any injured rider may have a legal claim, with lawyers ready to pursue cases.
Census data show one fifth of U S women are gainfully employed and half the buying power centers with female readers. Stores tailor efforts toward women, yet retailers miss profits by not catering to their needs, as newspapers and home-town papers reach this audience.
A reader notes that during a national warning drive literature is mailed to smaller towns warning of growing Communist argument. The piece argues Communism equates to anarchy and critiques agitators who target capitalists and social institutions like Boy Scouts and churches.
A letter argues that morality and voting rights define communism and cites Russia as an example. The author asserts small town residents will resist such doctrine more than big cities, predicting a rapid reaction against Communist preaching in smaller communities.
Announcement by a leading motor car maker that every car leaving its factory will be guaranteed for one year signals a forthcoming industry standard. The move, if followed by others, will extend warranty coverage across makes and models, affecting buyers and manufacturers alike.
The piece argues that 90-day warranties and early car care will save motorists repair costs and improve cars, but safety hinges on drivers. It states most accidents result from driver error, not vehicle faults, and warns that even the best car cannot be foolproof. The author emphasizes cautious driving as essential during a peak year for auto travel.
In a humorous Pella weekly column, Jake Sterrenberg riffs on neighbors and events. Jokes include fresh paint warnings, beets as living produce, a birthday insurance folder, and a couple's wedding plans while a Grinnell misadventure is teased. Framing chatter about car costs and a Baskerville style quip rounds out the piece.
A rambling local write up notes fishing boastfulness, unemployment quips, and quirky quotes from residents. It mentions John Braashart at Two Vans store, Anthony Tysseling, Gerrit Boerfijn, Will Rogers on drinking, Noah’s wine remark, missing chickens, and casual references to the Shady club with accusations among members.
A historic remark attributes early smallpox signs to palm eruptions by doctor Keables. The fragment urges readers to inspect their palms for potential warning signs, reflecting a bygone medical belief.
A collage of light hearted lines and quips about marriage, politics, and vanity. References to Dick Van Zante, Senator Reed, Paul Vander Zyl, Amos and Andy, and Col Lindbergh. The humor targets marriage, social norms, and everyday temptations with playful, sometimes sharp witticisms.
A digest of editorials from Knoxville Journal Chariton Leader Columbus Gazette Knoxville Express Monroe County News Oskaloosa Herald Milford Mail Northwood Anchor Oskaloosa Times Globe notes Sen Brookhart's protest against Hanford MacNider's diplomatic posting while praising popularity. Other items discuss Iowa coal savings, income tax talks, tariff hints, and a Lake of public interest post primary reflections.
The Chronicle recalls Central college graduates Lettie Condiff Margaret Van Niewaal Henrietta Ver Heul Cornelia De Cook Perry C Hansen Lorentz Hansen and Lewis Kruger. Rev R R Beard praised Rev Shaw as he left to lead the South Dakota Baptist convention. Monroe seeks a public library. Albert Tysseling died at 25 after a sudden illness. Leighton merchantability by crippled youth. Ibert Van Houweling spends summer at Drake. John Wagson visits Murray Cox. they reminisce about war stories.
John Junkin was pronounced dead for the murder of Misa Clara Rosen, a choir singer from Ottumwa, with Lange returning from Knoxville on a motorcycle.
Ten years ago in 1920 railroads failed to ship materials promptly delaying paving work in Pella. Miss Glenere Grundman, Sioux City teacher, visited home with three guests including Miss Katharine Burtness who later married Ralph Grundman. A Ford Model T belonging to Peter Pipple was stolen near Washington Street. Ed Le Cocq began cartoons on the Portland Telegram. Mrs A Overbergen died at 88 at the Home For the Aged. A Ford driven by Albert Wilson’s son struck a bridge banister. car damaged but occupants escaped.
This Week in 1929 reports the death of George Van at 86 in Orange City and a June city council meeting approving paving for several blocks. Fred Van Rheenen and Lawrence Van Rees bought the Van der Lin den building to house their shoe stock. Chamber of Commerce discussed markers on No. 63 and graveling a township road southeast of town. New stories spotlight Kool's tourist camp and Diamond Service station. A 70 pound cow owned by J P Kinzebach of Barnes City is milked by Mrs. Kinzebach. Mrs. Jennie Wren becomes editor of the Knoxville Express.
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