Fears of federal aid and NRA impact on schools and industry
The piece critiques federal school funding as risking federal control while endorsing a state role. It cites Colflesh challenging Turner's budget cuts and argues for specific savings. It defends the NRA, noting successes and limits for small towns and agriculture, urging policies to boost employment and wages to aid farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred E. Smith
Roosevelt
Robert W. Colflesh
Dan Turner
Colflesh
Turner
Mike Spaur Declares Candidacy for Marion County Sheriff
Mike Spaur of Knoxville announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff of Marion County, subject to voters at the June primary. He asks for support from the electorate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Mike Spaur
Knoxville
Pella High School Publishes First Student Magazine Sparx
The Student Body and faculty of Pella high school celebrate the release of the school's first publication. The work, produced by editors and writers, reflects credit on all involved and honors the educational history of the community. May Sparx become an annual edition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella High School
Sparx
George Finch Platform Calls for Tax Repeal and Farmer Profit
George Finch, a Democratic governor candidate, advocates immediate repeal of the new sales tax and a cost of production plus plan for farmers. He argues there is no food or clothing over supply while people go hungry, urging serious consideration in the primaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Finch
Tip to search offender’s car yields quick settlement
A visitor expresses anger at careless drivers causing car damage and urges immediate car searches for evidence. In a separate instance in another county two southern Iowans found four bottles of intoxicants in a rival’s vehicle. Threats to summon the sheriff led to prompt settlements.
Dress Changes Mark Rural Social Shift In Towns
Anromised farmers now dress like townsfolk in public, while farmwives shed calico for silks and satins. The piece reflects on social change from overalls and bonnets to modern attire, and compares eras with improved sidewalks, paved streets, and asphalt highways versus muddy Main Street memories.
Abandoning the Code for Small Business
The Chronicle reports slow criticism of the national recovery act and suggests the paper has believed in earnest effort behind the recovery drive, noting a restraint in hard critique as it discusses the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Chronicle
Coca Cola to spend six million on ads this year
Editorial notes Coca Cola plans six million dollars in newspaper advertising this year, arguing that even well known businesses benefit from ads. It counters claims that Coca Cola need not advertise, asserting the firm finds advertising increases sales and justifies raising the budget.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnebago Republican
Coca-Cola
All America
Liberaled Republican Party Critique and Tax Argument
The hue and cry for a liberalized Republican party is dismissed as unserious as voters lose faith in GOP promises to curb industrial and banking control. The Marshalltown Times-Republican argues a sales tax fairness debate, noting cost burdens and shared civic responsibility from the poor to support police, schools, and public services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianola
Roosevelt
Marshalltown Times-Republican
Bits of Gossip From Pella Readers and Riffed Remarks
A column of local witticisms and anecdotes from Pella features quips about neighbors and local candidates, playful mishearings, and moral reflections. The piece weaves social jests with brief sermons, ending with a call to daily Christian living and repentance.
The Last Judgment Sunday School Lesson
International Sunday School outlines two judgments both present and future. It describes Christ as judge, separating nations like a shepherd splits sheep and goats, and explains believers face only approval, not condemnation, through faith in Christ. It emphasizes readiness for future judgment and acts of mercy as signs of faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Palestine
Christ Jesus
1914 Chronicle items on local deaths and incidents
Miss Kate Shivers died instantly and her father M M Shiv was seriously injured in a Marion county farm tour automobile crash. Deaths include Frank Hagen and John Vande Steeg. Local sports notes mention Orange City Central College 1 Parsons 0 with Van Zante on the mound. Community reports record picnics, school closings, births, minor injuries, and street work disruptions from storms and a Fowler Telephone Co conduit project on Main Street. two fingers were mashed in moving equipment.
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Chronicle
Kate Shivers
M. M. Shiv
Marion County
County Farmers Institute
Frank Hagen
John Vande Steeg
Orange City Central College
Parsons College
van Zante
Central
Beulah Stuff
Bunker Hill
Union Street
Third Reformed Church
E. Cronkhite
Knoxville
Hollis Byram
Otley
A. G. Klein
South Main Street
M. Vander Heiden
David van Steenis
William van Steenis
Fowler Telephone Co
Main Street
Liberty
Washington Streets
Public events and incidents noted in January Des Moines area
A sleet storm damaged public trees on the square leading to removals while a student crowd fished the Des Moines river. Ed Wile, 19, was bitten by a stallion near Oskaloosa. Public funds reached 240 for the Fourth of July. Local residents hosted parties and constructed cement walks. A Chicago visitor judged Pella residents indifferent to art.
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Stubenrauch
Des Moines
Wile
Oskaloosa
George Baitsell
Warren
R. Dieleman
Peter van Gorp
H. van Zante
H. van Gorkum
Chicago
Pella
Candidate Announcements for Board of Supervisors and Assessor
A. D. Graves declares candidacy for the Board of Supervisors for the 1935 term with support expected in the Republican primary on June 4. Alonzo Ver Ploeg announces candidacy on the Democratic ticket for Lake Prairie Township Assessor and seeks primary support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Prairie Township
Grace James Sounding Off for County Recorder Race
Grace James of Knoxville Ta announces candidacy for County Recorder on the Republican ticket in June primaries. She pledges to serve only two terms, manage the office personally, and employ a deputy not related to her. She asks voters for support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace James
Knoxville
Peter W. Visser Seeks State Rep Seat in Iowa
A terse political notice from Bussey Iowa asks Marion County voters to support Peter W Visser for State Representative at the June primary. The appeal emphasizes voter will and local backing.
Hackert Announces candidacy for Marion county board 1936 term
L Hackert announces his bid for the nomination as Member of the Board of Supervisors of Marion county for the 1936 term at the June primary. He asks Democratic voters for their support and states the race is subject to their will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Board of Supervisors
L. Hackert
Candidate announcement for state representative from Marion county
R Pat McQuist announces candidacy for state representative from Marion county and seeks Democratic primary support. He pledges efficient and faithful performance of duties if nominated and elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
R. Pat Mquist
Barnes declares candidacy for Board of Supervisors term
M A Chick Barnes announces as a Republican candidate for the Board of Supervisors for the 1935 term. He seeks support at the Primaries on June 4, 1934.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Candidate for Lake Prairie assessor in Democratic primary
B H Vermeer announces candidacy for Lake Prairie township assessor, subject to voters in the Democratic primary.
Cronkhite Announces Sheriff Candidacy for Marion County
S E Cronkhite announces as a Democratic candidate for Marion County Sheriff in the June 4 primary, addressing Democratic voters about his bid for the office.
Candidate for Marion county board of supervisors 1936 term
H Kaldenberg of Otley Iowa announces candidacy on the Republican ticket for the Marion county board of supervisors for the 1936 term. He cites business experience and asks for support in the primaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Marion County
H. Kaldenberg
Otley
Iowa
Paul Grundman Seeks Re Election For Marion County Sheriff
Marion County sheriff candidate Paul J. Grundman announces bid for re election in the June Democratic primary. He submits his past record of service as a guide to voters and stresses experience and commitment to public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Democratic primary seeks county supervisor seat
A campaign note for the 1935 and 1985 terms seeks support for H. B. Hen Smith for County Supervisor on the Democratic ticket. The June primary is highlighted as the moment to show voter backing in Columbia.
Depositors Meet Bank Receiver In 1904 May 26 Note
A meeting of the depositors of the People's Savings bank under receivership was called. Reported deaths include James M. Muntingh, 83, and Reverend Gerrit Van Emmerick, an aged man, who died on the porch of his home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chronicle
People’s Savings Bank
James M. Muntingh
Gerrit van Emmerick
Marion County Sheriff Candidate Announces Run
John Nieburg announces candidacy for Sheriff of Marion County subject to Republican voters during the June 4 primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
John Nieburg
Bogaard Announces Candidacy for Marion County Board Seat
Arie H. Bogaard declares for the Marion County Board of Supervisors as a Democratic candidate beginning January 1 1936. He asks voters for support at the June 4 Primary.
Miller seeks Democratic nod for Marion County attorney
A county attorney candidate announces intent to run in the June primary, seeking the Democratic nomination and subject to voters’ will. Leon N. Miller is named as the candidate.
County Supervisor Candidate Seeks Democratic Primary Support
A Red Rock township farmer and resident announces candidacy for County Supervisor on the Democratic ticket for the 1996 term. He urges Democratic voters to support at the June 4 primary in EDD. De Haaij.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Rock Township
Edd
DE Haai
Wilson seeks reelection to Board of Supervisors in 1935 term
A candidate notice from W J Wilson announces pursuit of reelection as a member of the Board of Supervisors for the 1935 term. He urges Democratic voters to support him in the June primary, citing a commendable short term of service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Board of Supervisors
W. J. Wilson
Gullion Seeks Board Seat Start January 1985
A farmer from south of Attica, C. Cliff Gullion announces candidacy for a seat on the Board of Supervisors for the term beginning January 1, 1985. He asks for support at the upcoming primary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Attica
Cliff) Gullion
Candidate declaration for 1936 Board of Supervisors
A prospective candidate announces intent to run for the Board of Supervisors for the 1936 term and states qualification to participate in the June 4 primaries. The notice reflects local electoral process and party primary timing.
Mills Attacks Roosevelt New Deal as Revolutionary
Ogden L. Mills, former secretary of the treasury, condemned the president's new deal during a Saturday speech. He said the Republican party must defend the principles on which the union was founded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Union
Ogden L. Mills
Secretary of the Treasury
Lemon Juice Recipe for Rheumatic Pain Claim
A newspaper item promotes a so called KEY PRESCRIPTION to cure rheumatic pain. It advises mixing a quart of water with lemon juice and a powder pack, taking a tablespoon twice daily. The ad promises relief within 43 hours and guarantees refunds if not effective.
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Sadler Publishing Co
E. V. Goad
NRA
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Tom
Harry
Washington
England
Art Klein
Nick Meppelink
Neal Kenning
J. C. Penney
Hauge
Congress
Bill Naaktgeboren
Lon Wormhoudt
John Reavers
Dick van Gorp
Kate
Goad
Jake Sterrenberg
United States
Antarctic
Byrd
A. D
Graves
Alonzo Ver
Peter W. Visser
Bussey
M. A
Chick) Barnes
Lhereby
B. H. Ver Meer
S. E. Cronkhite
Paul J. Grundman
H. B
Hen) Smith
Columbia
Arie H. Bogaard
Leon N. Miller
Federal Land Bank
M. D. Taylor
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Treas
Clark Taylor
Act
Alsop's
Northeast Corner
Lee Cook & Son
Federal Life Co
E. Hollebrands
Atlantic
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