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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1940
Page
3
A reflective note praises high aims and non commercial spirit in Tulip Time. It credits Providence with the festival’s success, cites broad cooperation, and lauds planning by the Historical Society and Tulip Time committees. The weather was ideal, blooms peaked, and events ran smoothly with everyone ready to help.
The piece lauds downtown entertainment and community programs highlighting local performers and the inclusive plan to build future Tulip Time around home talent while welcoming outside acts. It reflects on future air travel, wartime anxieties, and a call for parental support of natural aptitudes in children as a path to success.
The article laments German invasion of Holland and praises Dutch defiance by Wilhelmina's people. It reports on Uranium 235 discovery and potential power breakthroughs, then shifts to a glowing account of Pella's Tulip Time 1940 festival, its community spirit, and the festival's success.
Editorial notes that many alleged Communists have been uncovered by the Dies committee and that Capitol Hill sentiment favors the panel for exposing un American activities. It asserts the committee's charges are proven and praises continued investigations.
The Coydon Times-Republican argues the farm voice has become a powerful influence in U S government. It says concessions to agriculture helped but did not solve farm economic woes and that the region has shed youth awkwardness to become a politics player the parties must respect. It warns that baby kissing won’t win in the Middle West as it matures.
Forty one years ago in Pella May Day observances divided by church lines. Reports mention Ascension Day services at Christian Reform churches, a burglary scare tied to the Rev. Dyketer family, and local business and farm movements near Des Moines and Four M Creek. The Star Restaurant fire, a couple’s marriage at Galesburg, and a prairie hailstorm that blanketed streets with marblesized stones are noted along with a silver wedding lighting at Vander Menton residence and a tented gathering for a ceremony.
Thirty years ago in Pella residents discussed elections as Ray Ver Dneseldoey sought a veteran seat while Te, Grund moved from the area. New patent stands for display of candied goods appeared as Rev. William Van Kersen announced he would join the Board of Foreign Missions and depart Pella. A road show of Where Tom's Cabin drew five hundred locals who enjoyed the show before a lemon handed to the crowd. A letter titled Your Friend warned of a girl’s night screams on the public square May 18. Director C Curtis warned stock foods sold to farmers added cost without value. A ball game saw the Quakers routed despite a big crowd. John Veenstra took folk to Dakota to buy land, Cope and Skillet Carson returned from Emerson Nebraska for ditching work. Halley’s Comet faded as B H R Langerak advertised new ice cream dishes at his drug store.
Pella High School agriculture groups earned top honors at the Ames Iowa state agriculture contest during the Weisha celebration. The farm shop team Abe Synhorst Lester Ter Louw Willard Klein and Gerald Van Dusseldorp won a superior rating, the farm management team Willis Vande Voort Jake De Haan Herman Vander Linden and Gene Van Zee captured a second superior, while the animal husbandry team placed second in live stock and poultry judging. Instructor MoM Dockendorf guided the students, praising their method and learning.
A May 20 1920 note recalls Legion Post gatherings featuring boxing a wreath feed and a jazz band. Plans for Memorial Bay were discussed while Tudor Kempies Rube Brand Lester Welle and Herr Ver Boogalco composed the band. The Way Auto Co bought a building long occupied by Pa Auto Co and proposed enlarging it at once.
An or een recital at the First Reform Church on May 25 showcases college seniors led by Professor Sailer. The play Kathleen Mavonreen is set to be performed soon in the high school auditorium with students including James Mawe, Ben De Vries, and Mari Brommel among the cast.
The Chronicle edition of May 15 1920 is sixteen pages long with home making heating electric devices household necessities furniture and recipes. It notes Pella’s population count showing a loss of twelve residents.
A late report notes Clarenes AL Dykatiay promoted to Cincinnati city manager with a $25,000,000 salary. Local figures Bussey Blencantere and Clay ene face heavy incidents. a pastor’s son recalls his father, a Second Reformed pastor, and a heart attack strikes a resident near the edge of town. Three blocks of 20 foot paving remain near completion.
The Farmers National Bank of Oskalonsa seized by a receiver as work on the Thomassen store in South Pella nears completion. Officials call the building among the prettiest and most modern in the state while a local high school senior presents a play titled The Bird and the bookish scene follows.
A bulletin from Iowa Old Age Assistance authorities notes the average check value at 20.87 dollars. The report highlights statewide figures and implications for recipients and program funding.
Marion County reported 620 people on relief on April 1 with average monthly checks around 20.87 dollars and total aid varying by county. Mahaska County had 471 on relief, eight years of aid totaling about 22.62 dollars per person. Polk led in total on relief, Worth was lowest, followed by Town and Dickinson. Northern Town shows minor relief.
The Pella High School band participated in Tulip Time sessions yearly. They held a Saturday concert from 12:00 to 12:30 at the Tulip Toren, then aided the mile long parade and had the junior baton twirling corps marching. The advanced students joined the town band for multiple performances.
A new book titled Old Stone Capitol Remembers by Benjamin F B Haugh recounts the building of Iowa's old and new capitol and early state history from its beginnings to the present. Placed in the Pella High School Library readers find it complete and engaging.
A reflective poem by Eileen Sadler salutes the senior class of earnest girls and boys. It recalls shared sorrows and joys on field gym and classroom while praising Van Arkel and De Cook as standout contributors. It ends with a farewell wish to remember and honor the seniors.
Readable bits show Pella athletes preparing for a Valley Conference meet this Saturday. Entries list Esturday events and a sea of ready runners. A portion of the team rested last week, aiming for strong performances despite weather and course conditions.
During Tulip Time in Pella the A Day in Holland display in the high school gym drew large crowds. Four guides led groups of 15 to 20 visitors each as the 10:00 am to 11:00 pm event ran with music and announcements by station PHS on the Public Address system run by Dave Braafhart and Earl Turner.
On May 8 the Pella Teachers Club hosted the Knoxville Teachers Club of Knoxville Iowa. The group toured the Dutch city at 6:00 pm viewing tulips and other scenes then gathered in Jordan Hall for dinner. Donald Nutting addressed guests before a downtown visit for the Tulip Time opening and Tulip Tower dedication, with many teachers appearing before the Kangaroo Court.
Mr Tracey the Marion County Superintendent of Schools was cited at the dinner and program for not wearing Dutch costume, receiving a 25 cent fine. The incident centers on a local educational gathering and the superintendent’s attendance.
A Des Moines building visit forms part of a senior excursion trip organized for Pella High seniors. Principal and district officials coordinated the outing with Mr Gere Natlen of the company granting access to view the interior of the facility.
A verse recalls the year 36 and the green freshmen who teased the teacher, then celebrates the Pella High class of 40. It frames the squad as a mighty clan who strove with do or die resolve, their deeds earning lasting renown and cheers.
The passage blends casual advice on mosquito bites and sunburn with a narrative about a girl returning from a school dance. It weaves informal health tips with social behavior, mentioning prevention, soda remedies, and a late goodnight, all in a digressive, era-tinged voice.
A noisy junior auto race drew a festive crowd at Elk Rock the longtime picnic site. Teachers swapped uniforms for casual wear while Shorey and Babe Be Bartlett joined the fun. No major indigestion incidents were recorded as Prof Binal reportedly endured a hot dog mishap.
Local high school drama presents the play What Fools These Mortals Be starring Blanche Van Donselang and Chester Bricker. Admission scales with height from one to three pennies, with proceeds only covering makeup. Students trained as guides for Tulip Time exhibit, building Dutch pronunciations and Over Holland display. Seniors must design a one hour radio program for final exams next week.
At the Tulip Festival crowds gathered to hear the girls and boys glee clubs directed by Miss Anne Tysseling sing contest numbers. The girls performed Snow and Whiat Me Lunty while the boys offered A Choral Prelude Heavens Are Telling and The Battle of Jericho before closing with an A Cappella climb by the Mountain.
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