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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1937
Page
3
In Pella the writer notes 85 residents have not yet become naturalized. They are using high school instruction to qualify for their naturalization papers. The government provides useful opportunities, and the students show commendable effort to pass the required examination.
Leo Linder local manager of the J C Penney store recently received the district’s top rating for ad copy design and constructive ideas He argues ads gain from proper white space item display and following up with consistent window displays He urges avoiding crowded copy and giving each item adequate display space
The county faces a large number of unlicensed vehicles with 700 unpaid licenses noted. As of February 1, only 1400 fewer licenses were filed than the same period last year, despite a surge in truck registrations. Many unpaid licenses pertain to trucks, limiting revenue and affecting funding for licensing.
The piece argues juvenile crime rises with disrupted home life and early school withdrawal. It credits environment over inheritance, noting early school removal leads to idleness and mischief, urging concern for the nation’s future.
The piece argues past lending abuses forced stricter state and federal laws. It notes banks once allowed loans of about one hundred dollars with little security, now requiring gilt edged collateral even for small amounts, and warns honest borrowers suffer from the actions of a few.
The piece argues beauty contests favor vulgar appearances over natural beauty. It suggests many entrants are unattractive and that truly beautiful women may avoid contests, fearing the results would reflect poorly on them.
A reminiscence from a Pullman journey recounts a porter named George who explains that how you call someone matters more than what you say. The piece argues words themselves are neutral and kindness in tone alters impact.
Much time is spent these days on gardens and lawns as interest and delight rise after a long winter. Slippery roads and cold weather kept many indoors, but with milder days the hoe rake lawn mower and mower are busy. People welcome spring and the prospect of a longer summer.
A reflection on Civil War memories and modern strain between north and south. The author notes songs like Marching Through Georgia and stamps depicting generals, urges forgiveness and unity by emphasizing World War I as a bridge. Discusses state rights and democracy in the American ideal.
This review praises a volume by former Oklahoma governor William H I Murray known as Alfalfa Bill. It argues the book presents a strong defense of government under a republic, contrasts Roman and British law, and highlights inalienable rights such as life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. It notes discussions on agriculture labor commerce and the Supreme Court including its power to nullify laws. The reviewer finds the work valuable and timely.
Knoxville Journal questions danger of John L. Lewis amid Roosevelt administration while Jasper County Record notes University of Wisconsin philosophy professor Micklejohn warning of a future communistic America and Wisconsin appointing a new university manager.
An 88-year-old Danville Indiana resident, described as a “nut,” has fashioned a coffin from a tree trunk and intends to lie in it to deliver his own funeral sermon on May 16. The remark about people’s madness suggests possible danger in his envisioned plan.
Sunday School lesson on peace over war centered on Isaac’s wells at Gerar and Rehoboth. It stresses yielding to others as a moral strength, contrasts costly peace with costly war, and urges church focus on peacemaking, patience, and moral principle. It ends with reflective questions on sustaining peace and avoiding conflict.
In a rambling 1987 chronicle the editor records a string of humorous anecdotes and in-jokes from local life. Topics include failed bragging lines, misheard phrases, post office mishaps, pranks about empty items, fashion remarks, death by rope comments, a field of staged church skits, and radio program notes. The piece also notes local figures like Joe De Koning Gerrit Rysdum Ed Van Niewaal and J B Wilson.
Legal notice announces a will filed in the District Court at Knoxville Iowa for Kate F Beard deceased. Hearing set for June 7, 1937, before the Clerk of Court Don Ly Remy in Knoxville.
Flite O Tymes remembers notable Pella moments from 20, 30, 40 and 50 years ago. The column highlights community milestones, personalities, and events that shaped the town’s history. This compact recap preserves local color and key figures referenced in past narratives.
Fifty years ago on May 10 1887 the Pelle Blade weekly reported on a Women s Christian Association meeting at the brick church west of Keuden s store with officers including Miss Kate, Miss Carrie Edmand, Miss Hattie Shaw, Miss Marian Das tnport, Miss Hertha wling, and Miss Agnes Kuyper. It notes Thomas Miller s quarry near Howell station, postmaster duties at that place, a barn built by William Fowler, Jonas Liter, and George Croll on Peter De Cook farm, and a cigar factory started by Prof. Maverskirk and Henry Held. Miss Jenni Baron and baby and Miss Mary Rhynsburg er from Leighton visited HL Rhynsburger in Pella, while Rev. N J Gesman preached at Otley and at the former church near Leigh ton.
Forty years past Wagaman sold his City Flour Mills share to Mr While. A bicyclist injured his arm. LeCocq family events noted. Grandma Fisk 82 dies at W Fisk home. Methodist funeral led by Rev Westfall. State Oratorical contest in Pella drew statewide visitors. Daily notices include De Booy speaking for J J Bousquet and Mrs Bongers opening ice cream parlor. New homes and brick business buildings planned, Chamberlain Medicine rep in town.
A May 16 1907 item recalls a revival meeting led by Reverend tt ee day drawing locals and teams to a scene near Mustatine. A truck loaded with fans and passengers faced a warning, while others played a game at Wy playe near the walls of Hroen. Vander
Fifth and sixth graders welcome Junior Branshart from Ottumwa as a new pupil. The issue highlights reading progress, Dutch heritage events, Tulip Time preparations, Girl and Boy Scouts activities, posters contest, and upcoming performances with names of students, teachers, and local groups.
Miva Dora Rootama was elected principal of the Lincoln school for the coming year. The event is noted among local items as Rev. PLB Mansen was sent to Monrow to conduct the funeral of Martin Berkenbosch, a former Pella resident. Will Van der Linden’s home hosted a cheerful gathering with Mrs Z Rysdam’s birthday party.
The high school cantata polished Pebbles was praised as one of the best in years. Speakers included B Weaver son of al J B Weaver from Dex Moines at a Red Cross meeting boosting membership. A J Hollebrands bought a drug store in New Sharon. Dieleman Auto Co’s car was retrieved from Dex Moines. Zelma Rysdam returned to work in Minneapolis after visiting her parents. Fred Fanssen returned from Chicago after music studies for two weeks. Henry Maine continued military service with a music class. Sadler visited a sister in Wichita who was ill. Henry Van Maren marked his 52nd birthday. Two Oxkatoosa youths kept muffler cutout on their car. John Ter Louw, from Western Theological Seminary, returned home. Wil Baer started work at Pella National Bank after a commercial course.
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