Thought of the Week by Gardner Cowles on Russia
Gardner Cowles, Iowa publisher, told motion picture producers in Beverly Hills that the United States will avoid war with Russia and enter a prosperous era. He argued Russia faces internal and satellite-nation troubles while the U.S. grows stronger, saying confidence among leaders and people fuels national strength and friendships at home.
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United States
Russia
The
Iowan
Beverly Hills
California
It’s Official No Third Term in US Presidency
The nation adopts a constitutional limit on presidents serving more than two terms. Thirty six states ratify the 22nd Amendment, barring future terms for most presidents. President Truman exempted for 1952 and possible 1956 runs. Jefferson and Washington previously set precedents, Roosevelt’s tenure prompted the change. The policy stands, raising questions about Truman’s 1956 bid.
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Harry Truman
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Jefferson
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Truman
H. S.T
South Carolina Governor Forswears Proclamations For Causes
Governor Jimmie Byrnes of South Carolina declares he will issue no more proclamations for special days or weeks. He cites overuse and public apathy, noting only a few causes may merit observance. The piece discusses a Big Brother Club movement in Sed yarns, aiding at risk youths through mentoring, schooling, and guidance, including local officials Gilbert Bell and Allen Gwynn praising its practical, familylike approach over reformatories.
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Jimmie Byrnes
South Carolina
Spe
Brotherhood
Boy Scouts
Mr. Byrnes
Allen Gwynn
Julius Aders
Gilbert Bell
Heol
Backbone Not Compromise In Era Of Scandals
An editorial condemns a wave of national graft in politics sports and finance led by Kefauver investigations and election frauds. It laments civic indifference and calls for forthright airing of dirty linen in Congress to restore trust in Washington amid grave national challenges.
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Maryland
Utter
Washington
Congress
Newspapers Lead in Advertising in Nation Wide Survey
The piece argues newspapers dominate ad spending over all media, citing Steele, president of the Newspaper Advertising Association, who asserts readers engage with papers at their own pace. It contends radio cannot match the newspaper’s leisure reading impact and notes advertisers increasingly back local dealers using print to clinch sales.
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Steele
Rtising
Utive Association
Philadelphia Bulletin
Mr. Steele
Intry
Editorial Comment on Tramsdministration Prize and Athletics
Town Falls Citizen laments uproar over new price and wages, attacks decision as foolish. Editorial urges focus on character and sportsmanship at Clear Lake high school, arguing education should teach responsibility rather than chase wins.
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Town Falls
Prace
Ware Avenes
Desuers
Ageiven
Amd Pric
Pella News Roundup From 40 Years Ago
A twelve page issue notes municipal push to complete the light plant as Pella Elect Company cuts electric service. Ward elections name J B Wilson and Ren H Sack council seats. Central College glee club performs at Iowa, while family of Robert Williams recalls pastoral ties. Local sports include a baseball game under coach Vietenpol. Humorous reading wins at Albia contest. Colfax poised for state showing. A lunch fundraiser for Winnebinee mission work. ads from Wormhoudt and Van Der Pol. Band meeting urged at City Hall. April Fool antics and Des Moines lobbying over weed control feature in the week’s snippets.
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Iowa
Pella
Pella Elect Company
Wilson
Derman
Ren Hl. Sack
Nick J. Gessman
Plac
di Wigghton
Peter Johnson
Central College Glee Club
Robert Williams
Guy Churchill
Sibtley
Orange City Academy
Vietenpol
Lucile Donai
Lowa
Albia
Colfax
Luwas
Cine
van Stigt
William de Bruyn
Y.T. van Niewaal
Wormhoudt
G. van der Pol
G. al. Warhoudt
Tay Hom
Stacker Company
W. Bowler
Des Mainy
Concrete tile work on large Tacoma project progresses
In Nebraska near Tacoma a worker lays concrete drain tile on a big project while another helper offers advice. Half the job is done. Local notes mention Doll's Cafe in Oskaloosa as a good eating spot and list population figures for several towns including Des Moines. Horse buyers seek Fat plugs and good horses and mules at the Henry Ver Ploeg livery stable.
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Tacoma
Nebraska
AM. Fiske
Ihe
Oskaloosa
Pella
Knoxville
Monroe
Newton
Des Moines
Henry Ver Ploeg
South Park cement sidewalks start up after delay
Thirty years ago cement sidewalks were Let in South Park along the railroad and the project led by the Women's Federated Club. A year earlier cement scarcity halted the work with delays noted.
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South Park
Federated Club
Des Moines
George Fidick
Orrie Cross
Eugene Weeks
Lincoln School
Lorel Hendricks
Florence Boot
Americ Antoinette Vander Ploex
Irene Boot
Janet Rouwenhorst
Nellie Geerings
F. M. Frush
Town State Teachers Association
Huber
Oakwood Cemetery
John Steinkamp
South Main Street
Scarle Tever
Ess
Edgar Men
Nd Ales
Joe Veenstra
Farmers National Bank
Sara Mildred Wilmer
Central College Gymnasium
Pellu
Pella City Council Taps New Police Officers and Local Affairs
Twenty years ago on April 9 1921 Mayor T G Fultz announced new policemen Paul Grundman and C L Carter replacing Charley Dennis and Henry Brom. Council debated coal quality for the light plant and entertained bids from three firms to supply it while hiring an engineer to modernize distribution. Curtis sold hotel and cafe equipment to J D Witcox of Greenfield Iowa. the Curtis family origin traced to Chariton. Veenstra and Croll secured a store and post office erection contract at Otley after a fire. Herman A Barman real estate dealer died. he helped Dutch families acquire Eddyville area land. John T Reuvers sold old rags into carpets as floor coverings remained popular. Strand Theatre showed Pax Movitone East Lynne with Ann Marding and Conrad Nagel. Eve Noel wed Edward Van Toorn at Mason City First Baptist Church parsonage on April 1th. Bob Robison of Rossereen spoke at Chamber dinner before business meeting.
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T. G. Fultz
Paul Grundman
C. L. Carter
Charley Dennis
Henry Brom
Jess van Dusseldorp
Ira D. Curtis
Pella
J. D., Witcox
Greenfield
Iowa
Curtis
J. J. Blommers
Big Bill Thompson
Chicago
Anton Cermak
John T. Reuvers
Harry Downing
Electrical Tractor
Des Moines
Chronicle
Harry
Strand Theatre
East Lynne
Ann Marding
Conrad Nagel
Eve Noel
Edward van Too
Ten Young Women Nominated Tulip Queen Front Page
Ten young women were named as Tulip Queen candidates and pictured on the front page. Names include Jeanne Van Gerkum, Barbara Van Sittert, Isabel Thomas, Margery Lautenbach, Helen Klyn, Lois Vanden Berg, Martha Van Borkum, Margie Veenman, Virginia Kemkes, and Sophia Heeren. Alfred Renaud planned to join Rex Weddle in Knoxville as Record Clerk.
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Jeanne van Gerkum
Barbara ‘van Sittert
Isabel ‘Thomas
Margery Lautenbach
Helen Klyn
Lois Vanden Berg
James van Dusseldorp
Frush
Com
van Dusseldorp
J. E. Forbes
Cooperative Funeral Home
Mitten
North Main Street
Jerry Carpenter
Carpenter Drug
Gary Gezel
Hector Bevan
Marion County Draft Board
Eleanor Roosevelt
Grinnell College
Institute of Public Relations
Henry Westerhof
Henr van Haalen
Monroe
Keables Drug Store
Pella
Des Moines
Hoover Medicine Co
Blanche van Donselaar
John Vander Waal
Lorraine le Cocq
Iowa City
Protestant Colleges Face Survival Fight During War
Protestant colleges face a struggle to stay open beyond next June due to wartime chaos. Dr. E Fay Campbell of Philadelphia warns that enrollments shrink and financial losses grow as draft calls and defense jobs pull students away. He urges emergency funds from denominations and government tuition support while proposing a three point program for survival.
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Christian Science Monitor
Columbus
Ohio
E. Fay Campbell
Philadelphia
Ion
Adop
King
Campbell
Commission On Christian Higher Education
National Council of the Churches of Christ
Dr. Campbell
United States
Philadelphian
Armed Services
Commission
Board of Christian Education
National Christian Student Movement
United Christian Student Council
National Council
Division of
Iran Education
John O. Gri
Nashville
Tenn
Simpson College
Towa
Division of Higher Education
The
Methodist Church
Civilian Conservation Corps Holds Open House at Oskaloosa Camp
The Civilian Conservation Corps program marks its eighth anniversary with an open house at the Oskaloosa CCC Camp. Speakers highlight the sunlit effort and ongoing projects as locals attend the event.
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Pella: High
Maurice Bisall
Civilian Conservation Corps
Oskaloosa C. C. C
the Sun
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Pella Chronicle
National
Jassbctarion and
Official
Fh. Sadler
George Ver Steeg
Marion M. DE Zwarte
Forbes
Nota
Gania
Inter Caroling
Beboa
Lifornia
Achach
Clear Lake High School
High Schoet
OUR Democracy
Mance
Westminister
West Point
Pia Soc Ane
Fowler Telephone Company
Aimber
Pella Plumbing & Heating Co
Fred van Niewaal
Mgr
Allis- Chalmers
Tung
ALLIS
Chalmers Sales and Service
Vos
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