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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1938
Page
3
In a dated critique of shifting politics and society, the piece laments oppression amid economic unease and urges public action. It mocks bareheaded fashion statements at Des Moines events, questions church attendance, and notes changes in homes and generations while hinting at views on sex education and nostalgia for “good old days” of literacy.
Germany and Italy push fascist aims abroad while seeking global dictatorships. The text warns to stay vigilant in the United States and avoid complacency as world conditions threaten democratic values. It stresses vigilance and proactive policy rather than rest, urging awareness of looming risks.
The piece argues the world and church reflect their people, noting many are sinful yet many are good. It cites a town where church members allow Sunday movies and another where they forbid them, illustrating how groups influence society one way or another.
Two major gatherings occurred in Pella last week the Particular Synod of Town at Second Reformed church and the Legion Auxiliary conference at Legion hall. The events united notable leaders from Reformed churches and Legion Auxilliary, drawing wide attendance and inspiring honor for the city.
The piece reflects on aging stereotypes about grandparents, noting that being a grandparent can occur at a comparatively younger age and brings renewed joy from having grandchildren. It celebrates the grandparent grandchild bond and calls for blessings on both generations.
The newly organized Rotary club in Pella seeks to provide members with opportunities and means to promote the common good during fellowship hours and through community contacts. It clarifies Rotary is supplementary to existing organizations and strives to make members better in Chamber of Commerce civic and religious groups, calling time and money well spent.
The Chicago Cubs endure a month of trouble due to the temporary disability of star pitcher Dizzy Dean. The club’s pennant chances hinge on how well they cope without him and whether the staff can absorb his loss.
The Cubs fear a prolonged injury for Dizzy Dean as a costly trade involving three players and $185,000 lingers in fans’ minds. If the pitcher misses time, fans expect a sharp regret when he returns to the firing line. Dean’s value to the team is clear even amid uncertainty.
The piece recalls last Sunday as Mother s Day and praises mothers for their selfless service while noting the editor s personal loss from childhood. It emphasizes keeping mothers in thoughts and hearts year round and reflects on the value of maternal care across generations.
A reflection on Johnny Van Spanckeren who always wore a smile and helped others in need, living a practical Christianity by aiding anyone in need regardless of church membership, a life judged by deeds and neighborly kindness.
The article notes a local error when Thurston was confused with another congressman. It acknowledges the mistake, mentions out-of-town papers commenting on the mix-up, and promises to do better next time while inviting feedback.
A newspaper comment notes how inattentiveness at gatherings and at home causes child deaths and injuries. It cites a three year old killed by an automobile outside a home during a party and warns parents to keep poisons and hazards away. It urges constant vigilance to protect every child.
A brief editorial warns that prosperity in the home farm shop and factory is not stabilized and could crumble at any moment, stressing vigilance over wealth and economic foundations.
Lake City Graphic discusses three attitudes toward chambers of commerce. It notes growth from 60 chambers in 1860s to about a million members nationwide and argues the chamber is an essential, vigorous institution deserving support from forward-looking citizens.
If there is any object lesson to be learned from the growth of the chain stores in this country it is that vague local pride, old acquaintance and extension of loose credit are no substitutes for advertising, definite competitive cost figures, and cash dealing.
An Adel News note highlights a Mason City minister who fasted 18 days to spur a $10,000 church fund raise. The Chariton Leader comments on republican ex changes saying the country feels as strained as under the previous republican administration.
Fifty two years ago the Iowa legislature chose Marshalltown for the new soldiers home citing its central location. Obituary notes: Rev Fran is S Rederus died in Pella born 1820 Netherlands. served Third Reformed Church nine years. West Pella saw the death of Mrs Mathys Paardekooper age 21 leaving husband and five month old baby. Lime ad in area. A Des Moines Gilmore Band concert drew many from Pella including Prof Hall J S Nollen Henry Nollen and others.
40 Years Ago item notes Murph Nollen nursing measles at Allen and Stubenrauch drug store replaced by Pete Welle. Miss Jennie Vander Syde teaches music from her home near Lankelma. Wm. Van Haaften, Rousseau postmaster, injured in a runaway horse accident with broken ribs. Dewey’s Manila victory sparks town celebration with flags cannons and Cox’s band. Rock Island trains run to Camp McKinley Des Moines with 26 coaches. locals ride to visit soldiers.
Brief notes from Des Moines recount Annie Fisk 23 dying before her June wedding, hotel owner E H Schubring turning 80 with a birthday garden spade, teachers leaving for next year, Ben Van Vliet and Anna Anderson marrying, Ex Dallas interurban promoters dropping plans for cheap line, births in Durham to Bryant Neely and Ver Ox, and Leighton couple Leonard Ver Ploeg welcoming a son along with George Sheesley among early Peo settlers.
The item lists residents and visitors connected to Pella and nearby areas. It mentions Fred Calhoun losing a cow, the ship New Amsterdam docking at Rotterdam with A. Vander Zee aboard, Bertha Grundman returning home from Minnesota, FE. S. Dennis adding a cement walk, Mrs. P. TI. Bousquet traveling to Keokuk for her daughter, Marie Doedyns accounting, L. A. Garrison returning from England with plans to spend summer on their Eddyville farm, Thomassen visiting Mendota, typhoid illness of Mrs. J., H. J. Dekker visiting his sister Mrs. Jacob Potter and family, J. B. Vriezelaar visiting locals, and new physicians Dr. Aschenbrenner and Dr. L. 3. arpentor arriving in Reasnar.
May 9 ceremony at the bride’s sister Mrs. C. P. F. Dykstra home. Rev. H. M. Bruins officiated for Marion County relatives and friends. Various local notes include draft news, furloughs, auto accident injuries, enlistment plans, and births and deaths.
A. Vanderwilt was painfully injured early Sunday morning at his home in Knoxville when he fell from the balcony after slipping on the stairs. He grabbed a tapestry to save himself, but it broke away and he tumbled nearly ten feet to the floor, leaving him bedridden for some time.
Sunday School lesson on Marks of Discipleship covers the young rich ruler in Mark 10 17 1 and contrasts seeking grieving and perplexing attitudes with the call to follow Jesus The text highlights wealth as a potential barrier and promises a return on discipleship seeking eternal life through followership and obedience to commandments.
Frank M. Prush seeks the Democratic nomination for Marion county representative. Born in Knoxville, he taught school, published the Reporter, and served as deputy clerk of district court. He then led Pella city schools for over thirty years, retiring due to eye trouble.
Ongoing contracts let April 12 authorize more than ten miles of primary highway work between Oskaloosa and the Marion County line. Projects include earth excavation of 123 798 cubic yards and installation of 15 to 24 inch corru gated and cone drainage pipes, plus 676 cubic yards of class B gravel. Seven reinforced concrete culverts and 26 box culverts added, with removal of old intakes and new drains. Also three steel bridges on primary No 85 between What Cheer and Deep River, spans 102, 122 and 150 feet, I-beam construction.
The National Court of Honor of the Boy Scouts of America reports that 2 108 Scouts have saved lives at great risk since 1910. Seventeen Gold Honor Medals were awarded in 1937 to rescue twenty four persons including drownings, ice rescues, a burning building, a blazing motor cruiser, and a friend saved from live wires. Central Iowa Area Council trains 650 Scouts in First Aid and Life Saving. One Area Scout holds the Gold Medal for a six year earlier drowning rescue.
A Yonkers preacher extols the Bible as the treasure store of wisdom, foundation of education, and lighthouse to nations. It traces empires, fuels schools, inspires clergy and parents, and guides justice, life, and comfort through the Holy Ghost. It contains history, science, poetry, and practical advice.
A religious excerpt emphasizes the Bible as the divine, eternal book from God. It extols its role in revealing Jesus’s redeeming blood and offers salvation to all who accept him.
The Particular Synod of Iowa met in Pella and planned Thursday morning devotional at Central College. Reverend Manson of Middleburg opened scripture, Reverend Hesselink of Harrison offered prayers, a College Theopeitician quartet sang, and Reverend Beltman spoke on holding definite convictions before closing with prayer by Reverend Brunsting.
Prairie City merchant Ten Hagen, active 23 years in retail and 12 years in wholesale eggs, seeks the Republican nomination for state senator of Jasper County. He filed papers with the secretary of state as one of four candidates, 49 years old, married with four children. He cites farmer ties and local business experience to back his bid.
A caution urges open windows and doors when running car motors in a garage to avoid deadly carbon monoxide buildup. It warns that three minutes with closed vents can produce lethal gas, which is invisible odorless tasteless and deadly if ventilation is not provided.
In a letter dated May 2 1938 from Monroe Dakota the Pella Chronicle readers thank the Tulip Edition editors for sending a tulip paper. Harry Hiemstra recalls a previous visit to Pella and expresses desire to return if his son Simon were still living there.
A dog owned by J L Carver of Verona New Jersey died after swallowing a toad. Ants are observed to move twelve times faster at ten degrees than at fifty degrees, illustrating temperature effects on insect activity.
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