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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1932
Page
6
A proposed fund of 167 million dollars funded by a franchise tax on member reserve banks would guarantee deposits and aid in liquidating insolvent banks. New York City aims to employ a million unemployed, already placing 200,000, with activity continuing. Economists urge improved cooperation between labor and capital through organized industry and business for national service.
In the southern region the Abies Awenate mothers of the Acholl tribe wear the child tied to their backs or travels with the infant in a shawl. A pumpkin is used as a shield against sun or rain while the little one accompanies the mother on the journey.
The city of Ontario with 13 000 residents, aided by business and municipal leaders, launched a drive against hoarding money. In a matter of days thousands of dollars flowed back to local banks, reducing idle cash and boosting the community’s finances.
The message recalls Chicago expanding from a hamlet of 350 to about 3.5 million, a rise that surpasses the populations of 38 states. It notes some residents prefer smaller towns to avoid domination by alien interests.
The University of California works on an experiment that may banish the three Rs from schooling. It hinges on observation play and handwork as core methods. Possible but unproven, with outcomes to be seen.
The Lindbergh kidnapping case no longer dominates front pages. After the episode quiets, negotiations with the kidnapers may be possible, but the fate of the child remains doubtful and uncertain.
Congress voted to curb presidential power to reorganize departments under a national economy plan. The issue drew firm protest and crossed party lines with Democrat Clifton A. Woodrum among its strongest backers.
The piece warns against giving rides to people who promise to pay for gas and a sandwich, noting that many will take advantage of car use without sharing long term expenses like depreciation, tires, and maintenance. It cautions readers not to routinely act as a free taxi for such individuals.
A survey ranks Iowa City as the leading cigarette consuming city, with Des Moines second. The writer, noting opposition to youth smoking, calls it a great evil and mocks the distinction, preferring a basketball conference title over the dubious honor.
The piece argues direct taxpayers bear the heaviest burden since taxes like a fixed $15 car tax hit owners at purchase, while motorists pay per gallon. Renters pay property taxes indirectly and many ignore where the money goes, while property owners protest the tax on the house.
Thomas J. Bray, leading Oskaloosa attorney, deserts the Republican ranks and declares he will be a Democrat. He argues property rights are sacred over human rights, cites Republican hostility to agriculture, and says monetary and tax reform is impossible while Republicans hold power. Bray says the party no longer upholds its founding principles, a warning to fellow Republicans.
The author argues for tax reform through distribution rather than broad cuts, stating property owners should pay for the privilege while reducing the property tax by shifting the load to incomes and consumer purchases. Public benefits would still be funded from taxpayers, despite objections from property owners.
A column argues for returning to fundamentals and protecting personal liberty amid Prohibition debates. It notes Governor Ritchie of Maryland, a Democratic presidential hopeful, claims federal overreach by restricting drink rights. The piece frames saloon era freedoms, maternal welfare, and voting rights as intertwined in a broader rights question facing voters.
A column argues Lemley should be investigated after the Long case and questions his suitability for state auditor. It notes Lemley’s ties to alleged state money benefits and urges accountability.
Milton Herald criticizes a crank who telephoned Mrs Lindbergh with a nonsensical tip about her missing child. The piece condemns such cruel pranks and urges clear channels for genuine clues to aid investigators.
The piece criticizes twelve years of government spending and warns that under a republican administration in peace time the government is bankrupt. It argues for economy but notes lawmakers seek new taxes to fund existing and expanded government payrolls and boards.
The Knoxville Journal reports that the Democratic county convention on Saturday issued resolutions condemning the Republican party, the president, the protective tariff, the proposed sales tax, and the federal farm board among others, while criticizing no action by the Democratic board of supervisors over Marion County’s unpaid bills.
Sigourney Review reports Governor Ritchie of Maryland urging sensible talk on temperance. He argues progress came before mixing morals and law and notes diversities in the nation complicate governance. He contends moral and economic conditions aren’t improved by the so called noble experiment.
A local column details casual scenes in Pella including Franklin Van Go eating at the Royal cafe and residents discussing family troubles. Vignettes mention cigar handling, Sun class warnings against swearing, Mrs Emaline Porter and others, two high school girls in gym outfits braving cold, and various street talk about locals like Nick Gesman and Jake Sterrenberg.
The item catalogs a jumble of names amid gossip about uptown dispensaries and local characters. It mixes humorous vignettes about churches, auctions, a dummy in a barn, bakery signs, and quips on taxes and paying for papers, all set in a small community voice.
A collage of humor bits and quotes from multiple sources. It includes parable lines on dignity and time, jokes about ministers wives, a chicken dinner gag, a milkman setup, a steady clerk exchange, a window-box mishap, and playful notes on invitations, political satire, and social commentary.
The Clerk of District Court of Marion County Iowa holds a will purported to be Emily Mann deceased and sets a hearing for April 12 1982 at Knoxville Iowa. Interested parties may appear to be heard. Clerk Don L Remy by deputy L R Clements. March 12 1982.
Chronicle item notes a request to establish mail delivery here. Deaths for the week list Mrs. Dirk De Heus aged 73 and others from Otley Oskaloosa Des Moines and Orange City. A new son born to Mr and Mrs Jake Vander Pol. local families host birthdays and anniversaries as Otley and Leighton progress with construction and a silver wedding mark at Orange City.
The March 1922 Chronicle lists plans for Pella’s 76th founding anniversary with notes on residents returning from winter in Holland. It records Adeline Lopez of Kingston Jamaica dying after a shark bite, John F. Van Gorp needing leg reset, tennis star Klein killed in a Minnesota accident, and several attendances at the funeral. Mentions Maurice Van Helden in Pasadena and Franklin Van Gorp using crutches. Weddings include David Van Loon and Helen Jon Hagen, Donal and Mrs Longstreet. Deaths include Lau 59, Mrs John Voorhees 86, Jelle Westerkamp 46.
The Milwaukee Mechanics Insurance Company announces that blank Fire Tornado Dwelling General and other policy numbers formerly with Lautenbach Insurance Agency at Pella Iowa are lost or stolen and will not be honored. It requests anyone with knowledge to contact H. A. Clark in Chicago or Frank R. Sherman in Des Moines for recovery or claims.
An instrument filed in Marion County District Court Iowa purports to be the last will of Dick P Van Gorp deceased. The will comes for hearing before the Clerk on April 26 1932 at Knox ville Iowa. E R Clements Deputy Knoxville Iowa dates March 21 1932.
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