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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1950
Page
3
The piece notes Tulip Time in Pella drawing many visitors praising the festival despite some bloom setbacks. It highlights Boeing’s gas turbine engine for a ten ton transport truck, weighing 200 pounds, delivering 175 horsepower, burning kerosene or diesel, with no radiator or spark plugs, and potential uses as a brake and compact for cargo.
The article discusses long standing American support for international cooperation while criticizing reliance on the United Nations. It cites former Herbert Hayes advocating a shift away from the UN toward a “phalanx of nations” to counter Russia and protect peace, reflecting Cold War tensions in New York.
The passage critiques Hoover's call for clear U N positions while condemning appeasement of Communism. It argues for stronger action and straight talk, urging allies to choose sides and not abandon the United Nations, warning of peril if the free world delays. It then shifts to a retrospective on Tulip Time 1950 noting improved crowd management, relocation of programs, and a celebration of tradition and beauty with no trace of commercialism.
Editorial note discusses government direction and key policy decisions. It analyzes upcoming choices and potential impacts on governance and public welfare, urging clarity and accountability from leaders.
A reader laments rising indecency in cinema and literature. The writer argues against glamorization of sexual content through U truthfully curated releases,Book of the Month Club selections, and industry praise. They warn that such trends could spread via national magazines and newspapers unless halted.
Front page covers ten graduates led by Lettie Condiff and Margaret Van Niewaal with photos of eight. Monroe seeks a public library, Obituary notes Albert Tusseling. Mount Etna eruption shown as film bravery. Local travels include Craig Pos in Osceola and Pella visits by Dr. L A Garrison. Pella band parade accompanies a 5 0 win over Monroe with Pete Bloom strong on the mound.
A wedding notice from 30 years ago lists Beatrice Boland and Mark McWilliams as the couple, with the event dated on a Wednesday in the issue.
The page details graduates Art Connie Dw tie Ge enee Van and DPD. DD. Flikkema scored 20 points, Kern placed second. Reaseig Community Club supported youth programs and a soft drink fundraiser raised 200 to aid school support. A public sale of Short horn cattle at the C and C T Van Lint farm drew four to five hundred attendees. a cow and calf sold for 2700 to A Kool and Son. News notes include Central College president Hoffman seeking health in Denver and visitors from Bellingham, Washington. A photo features the Van Lint sale cow Rosewood Guth. Twin boys were born to Mr and Mrs Dave Thomas.
In early morning hours while delivering Sunday papers at Main and Independence streets a Missouri hound car struck the Whippet Coupe. Paul Van Vliet sustained broken ribs a deep cut on his head bruises and a broken leg while Sam Van Vliet had a lacerated hand. The report notes other local incidents and names related to residents and events.
The piece notes lingering low mood ten years after 1940, with unease from overseas conflict. It mentions a scene of Uncle giving a swift kick to a fifth columnist and asserts German sympathizers are widespread in the country. It also references John L. Hooper of New York as an early advertising agent beginning in 1841.
A miller named Naren Tate set out 10 000 rose bushes along a three mile fence line around the Miller property this season.
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