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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1938
Page
3
A brief weekly reflection notes that the sum of wisdom lies in time well spent on work and effort, urging steady dedication. The line emphasizes that time is never truly lost when directed toward productive labor and personal growth.
A reflection on admitting fault and saying sorry as strength. The piece celebrates humility, personal accountability, and the value of Sabbath observance in the Pella Dutch community, contrasting it with towns lacking such regard. The writer recalls a Sunday scene showing respect for the day and the editor’s stance.
The Chronicle endorses Governor Krascher's ban on using relief funds to promote strikes. It notes the hardship on families of strikers and recalls a Pella welfare case where a large family man refused work. The piece argues relief money should not back strikes when jobs exist at modest wages.
Attorney Charles E. Miller addressed the Pella Rotary Club on Charter Night, comparing past assumptions about fewer children to modern trends. He lamented a world without children, noting the joy of visiting homes over seven years and urging awareness of the impact on social duties.
The text muses on education and graduation, arguing that commencement signals a true start rather than an end. It contends that students must deliver tangible results, not rely on past ado or expectations, to realize success.
The Cree week of Memorial Day weighs conflicting views. Carl Aschenbrenner argues people honor sacrifice with marching soldiers and banners, yet many feel war remains central. Readers doubt the emphasis on peace over the conflict that soldiers endured.
The text argues Hopkins miscast as a political influence and contests the nomination of Senator Gillette over Congressman Wearin. It notes no precedent set by Wearin’s nomination and recalls past Republican intrusions into Iowa politics with limited success. It claims voters act independently and many Democrats in Iowa already chose Gillette, whose margin is described as decisive.
A reflection on everyday acts of courtesy and kindness. It notes that thoughtful deeds soften rough exteriors, earn gratitude, and encourage fairness in return, creating a warm, lifting feeling for both giver and recipient.
A manager notes that praising a trustworthy worker boosts loyalty and performance. Appreciation strengthens his defense against criticism and unlocks potential, improving outcomes. Every man has fears and ambitions, and recognition helps them reveal their best.
Readers criticize the state highway program for costs and choices in recent projects. They point to the widening of the shoulder on Highway 163 between here and Oskalooza and the grass sowing west of Pella that has since been scraped off. They argue funds could have funded a more durable improvement on the Pella to Knoxville road.
A representative explained that the Townsend recovery plan offers monthly amounts beyond a fixed $200 cap and may provide $50 to $200 per month depending on need. Financing relies on a tax on all incomes intended to cover obligations, with funds spent within each month.
The Chronicle will publish editorials on the editorial page with real names. Anonymous opinions or cloaked communications will be marked communicated or signed with pen names. The paper will not assume responsibility for views expressed by others writing in disguise.
An editorial criticizes seven years of fiscal deficits and warns that unpaid credits threaten national credit. It cites Herbert Hoover urging the President to cut unnecessary spending and curb relief administration while ensuring no one starves and relief remains adequate. The piece appeals to voters to heed restraint.
Sunday School lesson centers on Joshua 24 as the people declare allegiance with the famous line as for me and my house we will serve the Lord The devotional reflects on leadership courage and the need for personal and family devotion to God Joshua confronts the people with a choice and the narrative asks how modern readers can live out a steadfast commitment amid fear and cultural pressure.
A public safety note urges motorists to prepare vehicles, drive with caution, and obey traffic laws for a holiday weekend free of accidents. The piece also notes the passing of the Hawaiian inventor of the ukulele, a sentiment many share in hoping for a safe period on the roads.
National magazines and many from across the country request details about Pella and Tulip Time. A chamber committee plans a live pages booklet with photos of sites industries and events to answer inquiries and promote the city. Copies priced about ten cents will be available to residents for personal use and to send to friends and relatives.
The item notes a baby girl born to Mr and Mrs P J Welle. Ollie and Nellie Veenman of Rousseau visited grandparents in Pell. Mrs Henry G Ver Ploeg of Dallas visited relatives in Pella. Henry Langerak, a clerk at Keables dry goods, biked to Des Moines and back in two days. The park bandstand got a fresh coat of paint by Van Maven and Van Veen. A corner lot opposite the Baptist church changed hands with Van der Syde trading it along with chattels to John G Thomassen for his livery barn on the site of the Vogelaar hardware store.
Elaborate ceremonies are planned for the dedication of the new $40,000 swimming pool at Knox ville on Sunday and Monday July 3 and 4. Hon Robert B. O'Brien secretary of state and Andy Hansen swimming instructor at the Jewish community center in Des Moines have been invited. On Monday the pool will host community events including beauty contests swimming races softball games airplane flying by Louis Zoutte a Knoxville versus Wakkee junior region baseball game a free movie and a fireworks display to end the festivities. Knoxville will be a good place to go on the Fourth.
The highway commission faces criticism over widening a major route to improve winter safety. It argues the expansion prevents snow buildup in low spots and allows drainage, reducing ice and rutting and creating room for two vehicles to pass.
A witty remark asserts if women received full deserved credit, most men would fall into poverty as a humorous challenge to gender stereotypes.
A 1908 Garden Cuy Chautauqua season began with a fine program. Brakeman Arbabus died in a Rock Island and freight collision in Des Moines. Rev S Zandstra of Paterson N Y preached at Second Reformed and visited Ellis Island. Mrs Biense Hoagland died at 61 leaving six children. Dr L A Garrison spoke of dinner with F Urinkhot in Ragland. John L Barton married Ethel Webb in Spirit Take then moved to Colfax where Barton pastored. Wall tampering at LeCocq building prompted demolition. Ellen Endeavorers held a large convention. A son born to Anie De Jong near Peoria. G Boerefijn scouting Peoria for work. W J Clark injured after a fall from ladder. Rhynsburger plans a large poultry house east of the egg house.
Fifty two years ago on June 29 1886 Pella residents could collect mail Sundays 9 to 10 in the morning after delivery Saturday evening. Wallace and Co advertised the World’s Greatest Railroad Show In Pola for Monday. Late Young of Atlantic bought the Daily Capital at sheriff sale for 6500 dollars. Pella people traveled to Des Moines to surprise Mr and Mrs B S Schermerhorn on their silver wedding anniversary, including J J Bousquet H F Bousquet C Rhynsburger H Rhynsburger Mary Morgan E Ht Gassatt C Bongers and family and Miss Hattie Neuenesch plus J H Betzer of Seward Nebraska bringing Mrs Welch to Oakwood cemetery.
Twenty years ago on July 4 1918 a Knoxville marshal killed a suspected armed man. Dr W R Strickland of Omaha wed Miss Lettie Condiff at Rock Rapids Iowa. A severe storm northwest of Pella damaged crops and buildings harming residents including De Cook Vander Wilt Mathes Meppelink and two boys Herman and Gerald. Leighton relatives visited Monroes area while heavy rainfall soaked the region. Van Gorkom received a draft call and friends hosted a party near Galesburg. John Fuassen moved back to Broadway property, set to work as assistant cashier at Citizens National Bank. Fred Calhoun mourned his loss of a family dog. A daughter was born to Dr and Mrs J T McCracken of Durham Nebraska, the mother formerly Margaret Vander Linden old Benntema and Ed Jeffries. A bicycle incident left riders stranded on a rural road.
The Newton Chamber of Commerce on Friday adopted resolutions pledging to support all groups while condemning threats and intimidation in labor actions. It affirms belief in peace, law enforcement, and the right to work without interference, stressing a policy of let live for agricultural, labor, and business interests.
On Tuesday morning the CCC camp boys at Knoxville took the complete battery of questions on all subjects. The examinations were held at the office of the county superintendent of schools and covered the New Stanford gore exam material.
A 1938 Pella Chronicle item about three newborn kittens at Leo Lindner’s home prompts C. M. Moore to reminisce about a Portland habit and a humorous cast of cat characters. He recounts Ma Penney Bridget Puss Wheeler Mayme and Milton Moore in a playful verse about a cat family and a life remembered.
Catfish again became a legal fish on the old Ist according to Towa laws. The season for taking fish opened in inland streams on May 1 and closed on May 80 to permit undisturbed spawning during the sun month. The catfish sea waters on July is daily limit with the minimum length.
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