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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1939
Page
4
A young woman seeking a divorce recalls her lawyer saying her husband was the salt of the earth. She retorts that he may be salt of the earth but lacks pepper and spice to be interesting, highlighting a humorous take on marital dissatisfaction.
The quote argues that simply having an open mind is useless without settling on solid ideas. Chesterton compares opening the mind to opening the mouth, both actions aimed at embracing something firm and lasting.
Next Monday is election day for school board directors. Parents should vote or at least participate, showing support and confidence in the directors.
A reader recounts a joke about a Yankee and a Dutchman while noting Sandy won a $1500 car with his first raffle ticket but laments the second ticket he bought. His friend questions the regret as Sandy admits he cannot imagine why he bought it.
The passage records Field Marshal Goering stating that German youths will endure hardship, flood barracks in double and triple numbers, and that Germany’s air force rose like a phoenix, with him claiming the Lord aided their rise. The text ends by questioning the German leader's view of the Deity and its dates.
The excerpt contends that nature holds no lies and scientific revelations align, noting the universe operates with simple yet intricate order beyond man’s tinkering. It laments modern scarcity despite divine abundance, and questions humanity’s image of God given the apparent deficiency of divinity.
Rev. Floyd Allen of the Central Church of Christ in Des Moines urged couples to slow down and plan a life program. He warned against living like silly rabbits and stressed that while earning a living, they should be making a life together as heirs of eternity. He noted many people neglect time to truly live with each other.
Louis J. Taber, Master of the National Grange, spoke at the National Farm Institute in Des Moines. He argued that solving unemployment and relief requires common sense and teamwork among agriculture, labor, business, and consumers. He emphasized work by head, hand, and heart and warned against government interference.
In Manhasset New York eleven merchants tore out old shop fronts and installed structural glass in harmonizing colors creating a united modern façade. The change drew shoppers away from the neighborhood and neighboring towns as business traffic shifted toward the new fronts and painted modern appearances helped sell merchandise inside.
Chief Justice Hughes, delivering the opinion, states that labor may organize and strike but may not use violence or seize employers plants during strikes. The ruling conveys a nationwide sense of relief among citizens about lawful labor actions.
A reader recalls a past strike where workers faced occupancy of employer property and lauds the decision as just. He contrasts old schooling with modern curricula and argues for broader education including music and business training, noting higher costs but greater preparation for life and future roles.
Stuart Chase in Atlantic Monthly argues the nation faces a transition as migration and birth rates shift. He notes rising real estate values tied to past growth, a looming 300 million population, and now empty grade seats due to lower births. He predicts smaller homes and families, elder and farmer support needs, and a solid democratic future if ideals endure. He urges universities and economists to study today to ease future problems.
Forty two men graduated from the high school night course in farm management last Thursday. The writer quotes a renowned geologist on lifelong learning, stressing that farmers gain enjoyment and better problem understanding through continued study. The piece urges no farmer to miss such opportunities or think himself too old.
The Keokuk County News editorial criticizes Nazi propaganda praising full employment while masking wartime production and argues America should focus labor on civil industries like automobiles and farm equipment rather than armaments, suggesting a humane use of workers despite unemployment.
Frank Rusoti of Kalamazoo loyal to the United States after serving in World War I. He rejects a large legacy offered by his Italian-born father on condition he returns to Italy, choosing American citizenship and work over royal status.
Residents reflect on events from 20 40 and 50 years ago in Pella revealing changing neighborhoods schools and community milestones through old photos and memories shared during a local gathering.
Thirty years ago in Pella March 11 1909 mud clogged Main Street halting buses to the depot and hindering travel. The Citizen's Committee eyed a convent naming for public offices and a ticket to oppose the Democrats. Local events include a Pella Quartet performing in Nes Moines and downtown street singing by boys. Real estate activity visible as Weyerse Kuyper inspected Wyom ing property. Jacob De Vries bought land for a new house. First automobiles appeared with Dick Van Gorp's steam car and a rival car from Albia undergoing livery repairs. Ed Gezel studied window design in Des Moines while Newton awarded a $50 000 paving job to an Iowa City contractor at 1.76 per yard. Will Van Rees and Tenis De Wit visited Oskaloosa for YMCA activities. Ed Van Gorp advertised Fairbanks Morse engines as part of The Pella Auto Company.
A Chest of 1919 memories including Tuxedo tobacco ads Armour packing services and clothing ads targeting returned soldiers Elite Theatre shows After the War Danger Go Slow and Hi of Humanity. Local tragedies including Dicles Van Zante neck injury and Len Hoksbergen shot at a charivari. Memorial for Pvt Gerrit Van Hemert. Veterans and locals move through postwar life with discharges and returns. Candled eggs prices shift from 28 to 13 cents a dozen.
Ten years ago on March 7 1929 Central basketball beat Buena Vista 42 to 18. Lineup included Schnack Shiele Lammers Muyskens Wilkins Denekas Neifert and others.
Tysseling Thorp and Sandburg Van Den Berg family attended the Hoover and Curtis inaugural in Washington. They hosted their son Joe in Hamburg Virginia and their daughter George Rubey in Washington, reflecting a mix of local ties and national event chatter.
D C Casey and editor W A Young split from The Chronicle amid reshaping. Casey went to Chicago to recover from a setback while Young left after sixteen years to make his home in California. Einstein Theory of Relativity had just been published as a backdrop to the upheaval.
Mrs Nettie Black promotes a style review in the Leffers building on Friday evening March fifteen an orchestra will perform and models will display various clothing styles Miss Dena Ver Steeg is listed among participants in the development segment
In a school room a harmonica band song ends as John Den Hartog recovers at home after a long illness. Three typhoid cases are reported including one at the Home for the Aged and two at the George Gezel home where Emiline and Bernice are ill.
The Pella High School basketball team won their sectional title in a late evening game. R. Goad scored six for the victors while Grundman and Tait each added five for the losers. The 201 team notched its fourth win of the year, with only one defeat prior.
Congratulations to Pella High students on another trophy for the basketball team. The writeup praises the coach and team for hard work, fighting spirit, and perseverance, noting a new feature Baton Twirling Corps and band improvements led by Maestro Ruby born in Le Mars.
Pella faces Oskaloosa and Kellogg plays Guernsey in the district tournament at Marshalltown. Other teams include Melrose Ames Marshalltown Grinnell Ottumwa and Oskaloosa. Pairings list Pella vs Oskaloosa Centerville vs Grinnell Ames vs Chariton Marshalltown vs Ottumwa.
The Home Room League resumed play with a 21 to 16 victory for 301 over 103. The match featured good defense and few fouls. 301’s Meulpol der scored 8 points, while Vander Waal added 7 for the losers.
Seven baton twirlers from Pella showcase in uniforms and tights coached by bandmaster Ruby. Carol Cook leads as representative at contests with practice totaling six months, including sessions at home and two months in Oskaloosa. The team includes Ruth Klein Anna Mae Langerak Charles Lautenbach Luella Van der Waal Willa Veenman Madeline Vander Zyl and reserves Marcia Kuyper Marion Morrow June Allen Dorothy Joe Bean.
A group of band and orchestra students traveled to Des Moines for a pre contest judging clinic. They toured judging sites by car and used feedback to improve. In the afternoon they joined Drake Band or orchestra groups and performed under prominent leaders. The evening featured Il Trovatore at Shrine Auditorium before returning with host Mr Ruby and chaperone Mrs Ver Ploeg. Members listed include Carol Cook, Carl Vander Linden, Anna Mae Langerak, Phyllis Ver Ploeg, James Roorda, Max Kuyk, Gertrude Vander Ploeg, Cora Mae Vander Linden, Jean Van Gorkum, Maxela Ver Steeg, Joy Hackert, Arvena Huyser.
American literature classes study one act plays by making scene plots and sketches. Included are Trysting Place by Booth Tarkington The Show Of by Kelly and Emperor Jones by Eugene ONeill. Mr Birdsall will select a cast from class members to perform before the P H S student body.
The article lists curious science notes including New York skyscraper sun exposure where south faces receive 350 percent more light than north. It notes a cigarette weighs .0031 ounces visible smoke. Dutch New Guinea features vats a yard long. Super Clipper flying boats carry fuel enough to drive a car over two world tours. Seedless watermelons arise from blossom chemical treatment.
The students study how to make introductions and carry on conversations after meeting someone. They are learning correct speech and action at home, on the street, in theatre and restaurant, and how to be at ease and behave properly under varying social circumstances.
The Pella High senior class selects cast for The Milky Way a Lynn Root and Harry Clark fast moving comedy about a crooked prize fight racket. Tentative cast includes Spider Lester Van der Wilt Speed Bill Black Ann Othella Van Baale Gabby Floyd Mathes Mae Martha Van Berkum Wilbur Stuart Kuyper Eddy Sullivan Gerald Den Hartog More details to come.
Mrs. R Tysseling led Pella High girls in rope jumping during gym period last Thursday. Students recalled childhood memories, with many excelling in fast rope skipping and high jump, among a lively session featuring salt, pepper, high waters, cradle, and skin the cat.
LOCKER ROOM CHATTER says Bawp had his picture taken as Knoxville pressured the guards all night but could not stop the victory. The piece credits teamwork with Stientjes as a key factor and notes Pella’s historic sectional title amid plans for a boxing wrestling carnival if the team keeps winning.
The King of Sling reports a flu outbreak delaying the column for a week. Philbert remains in bed with an extended illness, sparking a playful nickname like Philbert Flatfoot fluzie.
Pella High School's basketball team defeated Prairie City Colfax and Knoxville 25 to 19 to claim a sectional tournament crown, the first for a Pella team. De Wild and Stientjes led with 10 points each as Knoxville fought hard. Colfax had led 11 to 4 at halftime before Pella surged ahead after intermission.
Harold Vander Linden and Clarence Bogie with Connie Van Gorp for Farm Shop Alvine Porky Goemaat and Ver Steegan are beginning new draws. Continued on Page 10.
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