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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1932
Page
3
The cartoon shows Ella visiting a city cut off from the world, where people ignore progress unless bologna prices are named. The piece comments on rapid scientific advancement and human adjustment to change, paired with strong interest in the Register-Tribune spelling bee won by a city school pupil.
The U S Department of Labor figures indicate higher emigration than immigration in March, deemed an encouraging trend for the nation. The piece urges removal of a certain class of foreigners while praising law-abiding immigrants as valuable citizens.
A strong man from Pella, after an appendicitis operation, died suddenly at age 35. A week later a young married woman died after the same procedure. Both were far too young, highlighting life’s fragility.
The editorial argues to choose practical businessmen and farmers over hobbyist politicians amid economic gloom and a demand for change. It urges voting based on character integrity honesty and track record and warns against rewarding odd pet ideas. It asserts now is no time for child's play and calls for big men in office.
Henry Field denounces Brookhart for using relatives on the payroll, a common practice among office holders from dog catcher to higher offices. He argues appointments of relatives should be abolished, noting new officeholders often replace efficient staff with family members. The Beckley Post-Herald of West Virginia comments on the political habit.
The author argues degrees, especially a Doctor of Divinity, can mislead justice of a minister's career. He recalls two pastors who enjoyed easy promotions after earning D D but soon found themselves unemployed for months. He admits ignorance on degrees yet suspects scholastic marks bear weight.
The decomposed body of Charles Lindbergh Jr. is found near the family estate ending a case that has shocked the world. The commentary laments the act as one of history’s most diabolical crimes and calls for a rigorous investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The piece cites a Boston journal from April 5 1837 arguing there was no real suffering despite complaints about hard times. It notes workers were paid well while speculators created scarcity and urges gratitude, comparing that era to today’s machine age when many jobs are displaced.
The piece reflects on farming prices and hardships, contrasting past and present eras. It notes modest suffering in cities, calls for thrift, and recalls local anecdotes about community life, humor, and small-town characters amid economic strain.
The Chariton Herald-Patriot weighs Al Capone’s punishment and asks about a future of jobs for Iowa graduates. It cites U.S. debt near 200 billion, splits debts by sector, and warns that unless prices rise via policy measures like the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, reflate through silver or greenbacks, or an Honest Dollar, both debtors and creditors face trouble.
This weekly department reviews a popular radio feature, sharing impressions and practical lessons for daily life. The piece highlights how the segment informs listeners, encouraging mindful listening and reflection on personal routines.
At the Orpheum Des Moines from May 20 to 28 the film County features Hobart Bosworth William Collier Jr and Marion Shilling with supporting cast Ralph Ince Kit Guard Otto Hoffman. The plot follows a veteran race track owner and a roguish effort to steal his horse amid racing scenes set at Agua Caliente. Also showing Roadhouse Murder starring Eric Linden and Dorothy Jordan May 24 to 26 with Bruce Cabot Roscoe Ates Parnell Pratt and Gustaf von Seyffertitz. Low summer admission 15c matinees 25c evenings. Bring the family for entertainment at the RKO Orpheum.
Chronicle Weekly Health Message reports the Iowa State Department of Health urging vigilance against houseflies noted as Typhoid Fly in the home. It warns flies breed in garbage and manure, spreading diseases like diphtheria and typhoid fever, and promotes sanitation and fly control with local disease tallies for May 12, 1932 across multiple counties.
In Pella this week readers note signs at J C Penney like 15 cents a pound and three pounds for 25 cents. The column jokes about window gaps and fast talkers while locals comment on sales, politics, and a heckler at a Dr Aschenbrenner speech. Conversations drift from prices to matrimony quips and a mistaken cigar bargain.
The Lucky Strike Orchestra offers fast popular selections with humorous chat by Walter Winchell. The program includes political rally segments featuring Democratic or Republican representatives on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and National Broadcasting coverage from 8 to 9 pm.
Mrs. Conrad Van Zee and two children died in a fire that destroyed their home in Flagstaff Arizona. Cornelius Bartlema aged 85 died at his home in this city. H. Van Maren marked his 87th birthday. A house and its contents on the Gradus Ver Ploeg place southeast of town were destroyed by fire. New street intersection traffic guides were installed. W H Fowler gave radio concerts from the telephone office sending outfit. Mrs Arie Van Oostrum injured when her left hand was caught in a clothes wringer. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Gysbert Aalbers west of town.
Chronicle entry notes a bucket brigade fighting a fire at the Dr Bos residence caused by the small boy playing with matches. Mrs. F D Vanden Berg badly burned while starting a fire with kerosene, highlighting hazardous handling of flammable liquids.
Schedule reads times for buses from Pelli to Des Moines with departures noted in the morning. It lists routes including Pelli to Oskaloo and one line suggests 8:84 am, though the digits are unclear.
Eastbound passenger No 472 and 474 and westbound No 475 and 473 operate daily except Sunday. Trains 472 and 478 run Des Moines to Keokuk while 474 and 475 run Des Moines to Eldon. Freight local No 832 freight No 881 and times show 7 45 am. Freight shipments to local must be at the station by 5 pm the prior evening. Both local freights carry passengers.
The notice details two Wabash Howell local train times 5 14 p m and 11 05 p m with passenger limits and intermediate stations Runnells Albia and beyond. It adds a humorous aside about frugal households and a joke about an overcoat of cellophane.
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