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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1935
Page
8
The piece argues that rapid machine-age labor replacement has pushed the economy away from normal conditions. It warns that inflation may outpace wage gains, unemployment remains high, and imports plus factory surplus hinder recovery. It calls for fewer departments and simpler administration as a path to stable prosperity.
Chicago White Sox pitcher John Whitehead courted trouble in the second inning but recovered to blank Detroit. After two walks and three hits produced four runs, he settled in, allowing no further hits as the Tigers failed to score. The article notes his control and curve ball mastery. It also discusses business advertising shifts toward newspapers and the value of punchy ads to attract patrons in a bargain-hunting era.
The editor refutes a Pella Press insinuation that he led the Civic League. He states Gerrit De Boer has been president since the league began and the secretary also votes. The piece asserts no leadership ambitions and clarifies positions within the organization.
The supporters of Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes urge his candidacy for the upcoming Republican nomination. They call him the nation’s greatest mind and a Christian statesman, noting his health is good despite age, and contend he would bring ability and character to the presidency if he chose to run. He nearly won in 1916 and might be elected if he runs.
A bill in the Iowa general assembly would scrap the liquor control commission. The editorial notes dissatisfaction with recent governance under Cooper and questions whether any replacement will improve matters, though it suggests it cannot be worse.
A high school production of Tulip Time drew high praise for Miss Maxine Gaass who displayed a born actress presence and expressive skill. The writer notes other strong cast members but singles out Gaass as destined for wider fame if she pursues acting.
The town’s youth focus on the swimming pool after a recent vote in Pella. Voters backing the project won support from many boys and girls who crave a place to cool off in hot summers, even as some dissenters hold their own views.
A writer probes when the nation may return to normalcy, noting varied opinions after attending the Iowa Baptist convention in Muscatine where a distinguished speaker cited a noted scientist in discussing postwar recovery.
Toledo Chronicle argues the church is the core of life and calls for serious attention now to avoid later regret as excuses fade. Chariton Leader mocks Louisiana’s politics, suggesting withholding federal relief funds until governance improves, urging voters to act promptly.
Louilia Press reports a state legislature session where teachers gain recognition as a bill passes the house raising the minimum wage from 40 to 50 dollars per month. The piece recalls a prior 40 dollar monthly wage cut during an earlier economy wave.
In remarks from Indianola and Montezuma republican and democratic voices critique tax policy and legislature. The editorials question public appetite for tax cuts and propose a per bill sponsor deposit idea to curb excessive legislation while urging readers to consider the fiscal impact.
Arthur Brisbane notes a new German gas that can penetrate the skin and enter the bloodstream, lethal to a population if dropped by a single airplane. He argues gas masks are inadequate and surrounding nations are building vast air forces in response to this threat.
A roundup of local humor and anecdotes from Pella's weekly page. Flor Geurts keeps a valuable alarm clock. Johnny Stursma contemplates chilblains. Sjoerd Bartlemen jokes about farming life and long pants. Various neighbors share quips, misheard sayings, and small city vignettes through whimsical dialogue.
A local club, meeting regularly before the Security bank, plans to relocate to new park quarters and continue its business under the Shadyside banner. Miscellaneous quips discuss social habits and fashion, hinting at a lighthearted column of notes and sayings.
International Sunday School Lesson outlines sin as missing the mark, focusing on the prodigal son’s wasteful living, repentance after famine, and faith leading to return. It emphasizes conviction as a precursor to repentance and notes the prodigal’s shift from squandered life to seeking the father’s mercy. Includes meditation questions on sin, wastefulness, pleasure, preaching, and rejoicing at conversions.
The text notes that persecution arises from varied sources, citing early apostles opposing Christ, later rival churches within a growing world church, and modern governments partnering with churches to target believers. It mentions Russia where church and state cooperate to persecute, and begins to discuss Mexico.
Albert Hoksbergen argues that the Catholic Church’s land ownership and its allyship with capital oppress the poor. He claims war support from church leaders, warns of future persecutions, and calls for accountability for lawmakers, bankers, and munitions interests. He cites biblical verses and laments economic and political corruption.
Notice is given that an instrument purporting to be the last will of Govert E. Hakkert deceased is on file in the Clerk of the District Court in Marion County Iowa. A hearing is set for May 20 1936 in Knoxville Iowa where interested persons may appear. Don L Remy Clerk of District Court Knoxville Iowa dated April 23 1935.
Commissioner named to view the proposed highway abandonment. Describes a 60 feet wide highway starting 40 feet west and 2.21 chains south of the west one half mile point of Section 15, Township 77 North, Range 19, West of the Bth P.M. Follows a set of measured courses ending at Section 16 and north line, then vacated and abuts.
Thirty years back the Chronicle notes Mrs. I. Viersen deeded a $3,000 Tot to the city for a public library. A summer maintenance contract for the square went to J. Van Klootwyk for $50. Henry A. Oosterbeck died in Englewood after three days with appendicitis. Pella Creamery ends Sunday milk route. Paul Brees and Miss Marie Rederus wed at the Noe home. Mrs. John Van Engelenhoven died near Knoxville after childbirth. Wire netting around the college campus to stay through commencement. Nebraska Indians beat Central College 18 to 0. John Dykstra regraded his lawn, Miss Leila N. Horn to give a 1905 recital. Mrs. Delia Butts moves to Pella with her husband. Rex De Reus barber fixtures installed. Langstrant girl injures hand on glass. C. Bobzin sustains neck injury from a lump breaking.
Death notices include Tillie Van Wyke daughter of Mr and Mrs William Van Wyke and Henry Bosveld age 83. Miss Nettie Catlin sister of Rev J F Catlin injured in Ames. J Kamerik of Pella and Miss Marie Van Essen of Otley wed. Elizabeth Wagaman engagement to John Braashart announced at Prairie City party. 60th anniversary celebration for Mr and Mrs John Van Houweling. Five year old Miss Hesserik ill with pneumonia. Rev L Colyn returned home from Idaho after his father’s death. City trees cut and trimmed in park. Ed Porter on layoff from Garden City Feeder Works due to bronchitis. Rev T D Franklin of Clenfield considering property in the city. James Van Vliet leaves for Hiwarden to work as bookkeeper for Ben Van Vliet. Van der Meulen car tire explodes after collision with Dr P A Edmond car by Chronicle office. C Dieleman elected president of Lake Prairie Fair association with plans for a big fair.
Organized labor and the tire industry prepared for conflict after Goodyear workers at Akron voted nearly unanimously to strike. The move signals escalating tensions as unions push for wartime wage and labor terms amid the broader industry mobilization.
R Vander Ploeg et al have been granted vacation of the highway. All objections or claims for damages must be filed in the County Auditor’s office by noon June 17, 1986. Gerald W. Paardekooper, County Auditor.
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