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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1932
Page
6
The piece praises spring's arrival after a mild winter and anticipates gardening and brighter days. It then notes the City Council's action to cut city employee salaries, explaining the salary schedule cannot change during the current administration and will take effect later, likely a year or more.
The Central college team, coached by L. A. Winter, secured their third conference crown amid four defeats, building a historically strong squad that promises future glory after a season of notable triumphs.
A banker in another city warned that publicity and word of mouth about bank troubles cause withdrawals and closures. He cited the Security bank nearly shutting today due to idle gossip and suspicion, noting such talk can spread distrust across communities.
Oliver P. Bennett argues the coming decade will bring opportunities for home ownership in small towns with proper legislation. He notes unseen hardships like bread lines in his community, where 25 families receive aid, and cautions that many own almost nothing beyond their belongings.
Citizens of Pella recall Dick P. Van Gorp and Gysbert Van Vliet who recently died, each contributing to community life in different spans of years. Both are mourned as neighbors and friends, with a call to carry on their legacy and never forget them.
Ernest Crutcher argues in this Los Angeles column that individuals are the embodiment of their desires and efforts. He posits that a person becomes what they have dared, endured, enjoyed, fought for, and attained, making will the key to destiny and self as architect.
The writer denounces the straw votes as meaningless for a issue to be settled at the polls. He notes past dry vs wet results and laments nonparticipation and missing ballots, calling the method a farce despite favorable returns for their side.
On March 24, 1882 Dr. Robert Koch proved tuberculosis contagious, overturning hereditary beliefs. The death rate dropped from 300 to 78 per 100,000 since his discovery, prompting nationwide commemorations and advances in treatment that have saved countless lives.
The piece argues that rising divorce stems from living standards, labor systems, wages, quick marriages, incompatibility, and lack of sharing in hardship or success. It cites mental cruelty and overwork as factors, urging a return to old-fashioned vows of fidelity and endurance.
Northwood Anchor discusses objections to a sales tax center focusing on who pays the tax. The piece notes taxpayers may absorb costs gradually, reducing public discussion. It argues replacing real estate tax with sales or income taxes could shrink political campaigns, while luxury taxes affect only the affluent. It also comments on gangland impotence and potential impact on crime and police courage.
A district judge in Fort Dodge suspended two guilty men’s sentences claiming they were forced into the liquor racket by unemployment. This reasoning drew sharp critique as it could excuse law breaking for many seeking support, highlighting sympathetic cases but warning of broad legal implications.
Residents question why multiple distant bread trucks frequent Orange City while two local bakeries offer comparable quality. They argue buying local supports home industry and could enable Orange City bakeries to compete on price and quality with outsiders.
The Indianola Record notes the third week of the Lindbergh kidnapping search has begun and suggests promising immunity to attackers might be discussed. The case is fading from front headlines as despair grows around the Sourland Hills home.
The district mourns the death of Judge Applegate who passed away last Sunday morning. For forty one years he made his periodic visits to Indianola while holding court. He was trusted by the people and the bar and regarded as one of us. His conduct combined Christian dignity with gentle humor, and his companionship was a delight to those who knew him.
Milton Herald urges readers to hire local help as spring nears. The piece promotes hiring a painter carpenter gardener or general cleaner, urging spending a few dollars with local workers who will appreciate the work.
The Monroe County News notes the Republican party must accept President Hoover as nominee. It laments a weak Kansas City platform, predicts subterfuge at Chicago, and describes chaotic precinct and state conventions. The piece mocks pledges and suggests only a cautious laudatory resolution for the administration.
A column recalls a chaotic episode as Orville Baughman demanded "the whole smear of them" and the writer and companions loaded cats into a wagon then a sack on the way to the country. It also notes goats given away, a Baptist minister’s milk quip, and local office humor about names and deviled eggs.
A column recalls humorous moments at a City Council meeting with Andrew Vander Wal's clock gag and bounces between political digs. Dr. Aschenbrenner’s candidacy sparks talk of the Tammany tie as a caution. Richard Van der Ploeg mocks northern slavery economics as unprofitable and too cold for Black residents.
A satire on newspaper wedding and death notices from The Pathfinder. An editor grows famous for florid announcements, fees, and verse, then faces backlash as readers gripe and subscriptions pile up. The parody ends with a misspelled, tainted obituary.
Legal notice from Marion County Iowa awaiting hearing on April 12 1932 at Knoxville court clerk's office to establish Emily F Mann's last will and testament. Don L Remy Clerk of District Court with deputy L R Clements notes date March 12 1982 and indicates interested parties may attend hearing.
The Iowa Department of Health urges calm and contentment to protect body function. A weekly disease report lists Diphtheria nine cases in Pottawattamie and Woodbury nine, Scarlet Fever 64 with Polk leading, Smallpox 89 in Pottawattamie, Measles four, Whooping Cough 48, Tuberculosis 14, and other illnesses across counties, underscoring health as a key community asset.
The Milwaukee Mechanics Insurance Company declares loss and nullifies a set of policies lost or stolen from the Insurance Agency in Pella Iowa. Policies include Fire, Tornado, Dwelling, General Combined, and Automobile numbers as listed. Notify H. A. Clark in Chicago or Frank R. Sherman in Des Moines with any information.
Police court heard the first case before the new mayor with two boys charged for disturbing the peace at the depot. A silver wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs E R Bergman. A break in at the Newton city clerk office netted 60 dollars in cash 200 city warrants and minutes of the prior meeting. Miss Anna Megan former Central College student wed L M Vandiver in Little Rock Ark. A son was born to Mr and Mrs P Vander Kolk. Pella eyed a five and ten cent store. Henry Gezel made 80 road drags for Black Oak township Mahaska County. Mr and Mrs A T Klein celebrated their 26th anniversary. A composing stone weighing 200 pounds fell on G A Stout’s foot. Anie Bensink and Miss Gertie Van Zante were married.
Figures show Marion county taxes up 288 percent over ten years. YMCA building at Oskaloosa damaged by fire causing about 5000 dollars in damage. Payne eight died at his son Payne’s home in Monroe. John Baitsell of Fremont injured in a serious fall. Immigrants from Holland arrive in Pella. Mr and Mrs J Blommers senior celebrate their 50th anniversary. Mr and Mrs Nicholas Bogaards celebrate their 60th anniversary. Deaths include Mrs Fred Hendricks and Mrs Bertha Stoddard Whitney. Funeral services held for Arie Sehala Kamp.
A political song condemns Wall Street influence over Congress from 1932 era. It laments past betrayals in 1919 20 and 21 and urges the people to vote and fight to restore democracy and national wealth under Uncle Sam. The writer Geo W Bilbo Oklahoma signs the piece.
Bus times listed from Pella to Oakton with departures at 9:81 and 2:31 p.m. plus 7:49 p.m. All buses depart from Hotel Pella.
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