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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1933
Page
2
An open letter from T G Fultz and James Van Dusselford to Pella residents explains salary rules for city workers, notes salaries were temporarily reduced by 10 to 25 percent, and asserts salaries can be readjusted now that the ordinance has been repealed. It urges citizens to vote and supports continued public service.
The candidate Vander Linden asks voters in Pella for support in the municipal alderman race. He frames his bid as diligent faithful service for the city’s best interests and urges citizens to elect him on the upcoming Monday ballot.
Miss Cora Kruzeman and Miss Elizabeth Hoksbergen visit relatives while many residents host friends from Des Moines Otley and Grand Rapids. Ophthalmic sleet left glassy trees. Notables include Rev Keuning's college board trip and Beth Joan Gosselink’s family gathering as communities share illness travel and hospital visits.
Announcement to voters of Pella from a candidate seeking another term as alderman at large. The message cites two years of public service, membership on the light committee, and appeal for vote and influence.
In 1980 the City paid 3.00 per ton for mine run coal and used 5000 to 6000 tons yearly. I cut price to 2.60 and a 50 ton test saved about 0.40 per ton, roughly 2200 per year, plus up to 3500 per year on K and W production. I supplied coal for about two months or until current officials took office, promising good coal and 2000 pounds for a n.
H F Johnson argues wages are too high and must be cut to fit the times. He vows drastic measures if elected to relieve the people of Pella and asks for support at the Falls on Monday March 27, promising lower taxes and a square deal for everyone.
W A Bert Van Vark announces candidacy for Alderman from the Second Ward. He pledges to reduce expenditures and keep taxes low, stressing he will secure full value for every dollar spent and seeks voter support at the polls next Monday.
An advertisement argues for H. F. Johnson in the upcoming city election, urging tax cuts and reduced city expenses. It praises Johnson’s past management as evidence of fearless efficiency and public welfare leadership, urging every eligible voter to support his candidacy.
Voter message argues for drastic city office cuts and salary reductions while insisting on fair treatment for business owners. It pledges competitive coal bids for the Light Plant to cut costs and lower light rates, while opposing wage cuts for laboring workers.
Henry Rozenberg announces his bid for reelection to Pelia city council in the fourth ward. He cites two years of service and collaboration with fellow members to advance city affairs and asks voters for support at the upcoming polls on Monday.
The City Churches page lists the Church of the Open Bible with Sunday evening services at 7 30 and a Young People's meeting at 6 30. Public invitation to Legion Memorial hall services. Sunday school at 9 30 am and morning worship at 10 30 am. Baptists note programs including De Christelijke Loopbaan at 2 00 and The Vine and the Branch at 7 30 pm.
To the voters of the First Ward of Pella I seek support for the city election next Monday March 27. If elected I will serve all citizens, push progressive governance with conservation, and use business experience to aid the public. I will keep Pella clean and fair.
A. P. Vander Meide pledges to advocate measures aiding local laborers and merchants and to seek substantial reductions in city expenditures if elected alderman of the Third Ward. He urges voters to support him at the polls.
A nominee pledges to use business experience on city council matters and to protect taxpayers by keeping expenditures aligned with necessity. He asks for votes at the polls, expressing appreciation for support from friends.
John H. Deters recounts a February road trip from Pella to St. Joseph Missouri then to Mankato Kansas with his family. He notes dining with Harrison Sisters, lodging across from a room, visiting KFEQ radio, and a 465 mile round journey with no car trouble. Weather is stormy with light snow and northwest wind.
The high school band and orchestra directed by Prof Richard Lewis will stage an all music concert Friday night March 24 at the high school. Solos duets trios and quartets will be featured with music ranging from popular to classical and a girls trio assisting. Admission is 10 cents for adults and five for school children.
Bus service set to run from Pella to Des Moines at 9 30 am 3 30 pm and 7 45 pm and to Oskaloosa at 9 25 am 3 25 pm and 7 40 pm All buses depart Central Park Cafe Visitors last week at the home of Mr and Mrs Peter De …
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