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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1932
Page
2
The piece notes widespread worry in official Washington and beyond over the downturn after the Insull utility giant, valued at two billion dollars, went into receivership. It argues that if big institutions fail, small businesses face harsh realities as prosperity stalls and gloom broadens.
A citizen urges that Al Smith underestimates voters by seeking the nomination and election. The writer questions why intelligent, sober, progressive people would take his candidacy seriously and says Democrats would err to nominate him.
Senator David A Reed of Pennsylvania opposes reducing pay for members of Congress arguing it would bar poor men from service. He notes the high social costs they and their families face and suggests lawmakers would be forced to cut social engagements and lifestyle to cope.
Three firsts and three seconds by local high school students in a commercial contest showcase superior ability. Persistent effort pays off as the student team earns honors for the school. Mrs. Kahn from California notes women’s support despite higher cosmetics taxes, drawing emotion in Congress.
EXPORT TRADE of the United States for February advanced over January for the first time in sixteen years. Commerce Department reports show higher exports in February to Great Britain, Canada, British Malaya, Switzerland, Belgium, Japan, British India, Greece, Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Czechoslovakia, Russia, and the Philippine Islands.
A communication from John Ulrich urges abolishing public speakers blocking roads with stands and equipment. He says parks are proper venues where speakers can reach hundreds without hindering pedestrians or commerce in busy streets.
The record notes a temporary farm population gain of 208000 on January 1 1931 versus 1980 amid unemployment. Experts say the farm ranks have fallen steadily for two decades with about 200000 fewer on farms yearly from 1927 to 1936 and roughly 400000 annual declines before 1927.
Increased interest grows as farmers from middle and western states prepare to visit Washington. Delegations will meet Senators and Representatives to seek stronger response to their demands and review lawmakers voting records. The effort will test legislators from agriculturally heavy districts.
The piece criticizes the Reconstruction Finance Corporation under Mr. Dawes and notes deep market weakness as New York Stock Exchange seats plunge in value. It cites Mississippi farm land tax sales and heavy city property tax sales, suggesting the prosperity plan lacks a viable location or mechanism to unlock funds and stimulate growth.
In defending Lieut Massie Clarence Darrow urged pity above law, but the writer doubts the strategy will sway a multi nationality jury. The piece argues punishment of the guilty and protection of the innocent, condemning Massie and his mother in law for taking justice into their own hands while fearing a dangerous legal precedent.
A lecture at Central College discusses whether Christ is the Jesus of Nazareth or a commodified Indian image. The author argues many Americans follow Christ’s spirit rather than churchianity and cites Gandhi and Mr Gooneratne as examples of differing interpretations.
A kaleidoscopic column in Pella mixes satire and social snippets. It mocks Chamber of Commerce leadership, quips about fashion and bath mishaps, notes radio broadcast jokes, and records playful local banter from Harold Veenstra to Miss Esther Ver Meer amid small town quirks and gags.
A collection of humorous exchanges and social jests from a Pella area page. The dialogue touches on domestic chores, clocks, and playful misnaming of figures like Ike Gaass. Commentary notes distrust of banks versus burglars, and residents musing on money matters and civic fixes.
Items from the Chronicle dated May 2 1912 recount band concerts led by George Ramsey at Pella. deaths including John Todd in Delmont Colorado and Cliff Evans in Chicago after surgery. Mentions include Central College beating the Des Moines rule doctors. C M Moore article Memories of Pella. Veda Tice still Mrs Barney Mensch. new electrician Robert Burns. Miss Anderson and Miss Livingston walking to Otley in two hours forty five minutes. J C De Bruin S S De Cook and Arie Bogaards in new Fords. Fred Lankelma and Miss Leland Sadler at the London Symphony Orchestra program in Des Moines.
The Board of Education decision spared teacher pay and the public health nurse was kept. C Lautenbach and Sons won the contract for the band stand, with James Verhey as another local bidder. Henry Holtz, Bert Holtz’s brother, died in Knoxville. Clarence Renaud married Miss Hazel Stringfellow at Davenport. John Sylvanus died in Dallas aged 50. Henry Ver Steeg sustained serious injuries when his car overturned between Newton and Monroe. Joe Phillipson and Doris Brock of Oskaloosa wed. Obituaries list John Den Hastog aged 71 and Mrs Frank Kester.
In a Des Moines wholesale house a department manager noted many in his circle had not voted in Literary Digest or Register polls and predicted dry votes in business circles. He mocked efforts to defy government while asserting liberties, ending with a sharp aside about people acting foolish.
The Sigourney Review notes Republican Senator Dickinson has been chosen as the keynote speaker for the Republican National Convention. It praises his defense of Hoover era agricultural policy, the farm board, and administration aid to farming while poking fun at his confidence and optimism.
Mayor Walker of New York City urges a nationwide beer day on May 14 with mass demonstrations in cities to press Congress for beer taxation. He claims fifty million citizens would welcome the tax and suggests everyone should get drunk that day.
Northwood Anchor voices frustration with the push for a vote on amending prohibition laws. The writer argues voters lack a special right to decide on this issue, likening it to decisions about war and portraying government calls for action as leading to harmful outcomes without public consent.
The column blames slothful voters for high taxes and rising per capita government costs. It cites 1917 to 1981 trends in state and federal spending, deficits, and indebtedness, urging citizens to vote to reduce government expenses and prevent further tax increases.
Buses run from Hotel Pella with departures at 2 31 P M 7 46 P M 8 84 P M and 7 49 P M All buses depart the hotel at 9 84 A M
A brief, opinionated note introduces a weekly radio feature, promising impressions and lessons for daily life drawn from popular broadcasts. The column outlines a cheerful, accessible style and invites readers to follow future installments.
The Brooklyn judge speaks Sundays around 5 p.m. on National Broadcasting, interpreting world events through biblical teaching. He links the World War era to the impending end of time, urging readers to view prosperity and current mood within scripture.
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