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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1935
Page
8
The text debates how much material belongs in the paper and whether overloading readers with every event is wise. It notes the Chronicle may have departments for various happenings and distinctions between serious and humorous items, while acknowledging not all items fit.
A columnist laments rising tax burdens at both state and federal levels. The piece contrasts suffering taxpayers with lawmakers insisting the public can bear more, warning that lives may be affected if taxation continues to grow.
Farmers endure a harsh period marked by widespread crop failures and livestock liquidation. High spring prices for feed and cattle add to a fragile financial mood, yet morale remains surprisingly steady as they press on despite ongoing hardships.
A noted agriculturist in the California Journal of Development argues the state enters a new weather cycle with abundant water after two decades of drought. The author notes Iowa and others report milder winters, less snow, and drier summers, signaling a broad climatic shift.
The Press Radio Bureau reports a session dominated by class legislation and persistent lobbying. The speaker predicts a major state election upheaval, noting much lobbying stems from rabid motives but arguing there was strong justification in Iowa legislature.
The Iowa general assembly includes oil stations in the chain store tax, affecting several hundred workers. An exchange notes 5,000 telegrams were sent for reconsideration last Monday, but lawmakers remained set in their ways, implying 5,000,000 telegrams would not have altered them.
Senator Huey Long drew cheers and jeers at the fair grounds and Drake Relays, signaling a potent force in national life. His share-the-wealth appeal resonates with many facing hard times, promising a lively chase for any presidential bid. The dime chain letter craze surfaces as a prosperity scheme, while the postal service labels chain letters a lottery law violation.
Fragmentary passage discusses a Denver Colorado plan linked to catching before hanging and the postal department facing difficulty verifying mailed letters in plain envelopes. It hints at a revenue benefit for the department, describing the plan as a feather in its cap for extra-charging revenue.
A Newton man driving in Otley struck a man and damaged a car, allegedly without stopping. He was brought to court, fined, and ordered to pay damages. The editorial urges stricter penalties to curb such crimes and protect victims.
A historically reflective column from Iowa discusses the church loyalty crusade, arguing true faith requires active service beyond attendance. It praises parishioners in Pella for dedication while urging broader acts of visitation, support for pastors, and practical charity to strengthen community devotion.
The piece attacks Herbert Hoover and GOP factions seeking a 1936 comeback led by rich interests while noting a lack of true progressive leadership. It reprints Prairie City News observations on editorial vigor, reader trust, and the journalist's duty to take clear public stances, cautioned by Newton Kansas viewpoints.
A cluttered column from Pella reports Chamber of Commerce chatter about flower bulbs street lights and local remarks at a meeting. Jests about politicians missing from the Democratic fold and light anecdotes at De Jong Seed store punctuate a wide ranging, humorous sketch of town life with names like Diller Van der Ploeg Aric Schilder and Lou Beinhauer.
The era's chatter turns to a weather driven game cancellation while odd local anecdotes surface. A Pella boy recounts a big pig story describing a pen and a pig chasing the porker until exhaustion. A food worker's report prompts a quip about meeting his mother.
The weekly Goodgrams are conspicuous for their absence this week as the editor battles a cold. The piece notes the editor’s head aches and describes the spell as affecting the normally regular column.
A collection of quips on women, long-distance couples, marriage, and science. Observers joke about divorce near misses, wedding gifts, and the nature of atoms while noting planes overhead and the whims of love. The tone mixes humor and curious remarks from a period newspaper page.
The lesson outlines the church unity theme from Acts 2 on Pentecost through Eph 4 and Rom 12. It emphasizes faith, fellowship, consecration, and consistency, with about 3,000 added at Pentecost and believers sharing all things in common, urging conduct worthy of the calling and preservation of unity in the Spirit.
The article discusses unity versus union among Christians, stressing one God one Lord and one faith. It warns against division, urges bearing true love, and notes church roles prophets pastors teachers for the unity in Christ. It poses meditation questions on belonging, service, and the church’s purpose.
A State Auditor report by W. Storms faults Sigourney water works records. It notes overdue water accounts totaling 5240.97 as of January 28, 1995, with notices published but nonpayment collection lacking. council salaries exceeded legal limits by 495, with calls for action to recover funds.
Ernest W. Lee 23 died Friday in Newton after a gravel load toppled on him. Funeral services were held at Oerton Funeral Home with Rev. Sampson Cacks presiding. Lee worked at Hale at Malone's Garage and Short Meat Market in Indianola before moving to Newton. He is survived by three sisters and two brothers.
A commissioner reports in favor of vacating a 60 foot wide highway segment in Township 77 North Range 19 West. The route begins near the half section line and runs through sections 15 and 16 toward the center of section 16. Objections or damages must be filed with the Auditor by noon June 17, 1986. Gerald W. Paardekooper, County Auditor.
A patrol of local notes records a brak young man kicked by a horse on the head east of town. Harry Gove suffers injuries after his team ran away as he left for Stacker factory. De Boer celebrate 50th wedding anniversary. FE Green travels to St Louis to stock his store. H Gorkum marked 81st birthday with friends nearby. Jennie Visser dies in Keokuk. LeGacy helps celebrate 10th anniversary. a baby girl born May 4 to Mr and Mrs Smorenburg. One diphtheria case reported. child of R Greenewood ill. Mary Rysink becomes stenographer for Beurkens Manufacturing. M Thomassen called to Orange City for ill sister Pelmulder. Ernest Griebel finds nest of 19 bull snakes while plowing. Dr H C Payne returns from Jacksonville with H Buerkens for health.
May 13 1915 summary of Pella city matters reports tax on engagement rings sparking editor gossip about bachelorhood prophecy. Obituaries list Mrs Gerri t Beyer and John Vande Brake. Henry Vander Wilt injured by a colt. Local notices include beggar arrests, a girl locked out tale, Branshart baby born May 7 1916, and sprucing up streets with a new sprinkling wagon.
Notice published by the Clerk of District Court Knoxville Iowa this April 28 1935 states a will for Govert E Hakkert is on file and set for hearing May 20 1936 at Knoxville Iowa all interested persons may be heard GOv z E Hakkert is deceased Don L Remy Clerk of District Court Knoxville Iowa Our Want Acts bring results
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