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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1964
Page
1
The Chronicle prints both sides on important issues and invites reader commentary. Not all opinions reflect the paper's stance. contributions are subject to editorial rules and may be edited.
A community note urges reading John Stormer’s NONE DARE CALL IT TREASON, claiming massive print runs and urging vigilance against communism. The piece labels the book controversial yet persuasive, warns that apathy threatens freedom, and links current politics to global events. Local notes mention a burglary at Van Zante hardware, a football drop kick by Gerrit Wormhoudt, and nearby high school scores.
A San Diego Union opinion piece warns that the United States faces a choice between liberty and big government. It argues that excessive security and spending lead to socialism and communism, urging readers to pressure elected representatives to curb government overreach and preserve free enterprise and personal freedom.
Time magazine notes Western ideas cross frontiers and Soviet plants reward productive workers with pay, housing, and cars. Industrial News Review urges readers to express their views, warning that a nation gets the government it deserves and urging defense of freedom of thought.
The NYSE president praised the SEC as knowledgeable and experienced. He noted a securities boom with over 17 million stock owners and urged balanced rules that protect investors while allowing industry growth. The SEC aims to safeguard the public and the market, with the Exchange also contributing strong investor protections.
Camilla Georgia Enterprise condemns force over reason as a sign of dictatorship. The piece argues that when a regime shuts down opposing thought and imprisons dissent, it mirrors Castro's tactics. It links free political action to media freedom and warns against autocratic rule.
A Washburn Leader-News column argues that America must abandon the view that all business is evil and should impose taxes beyond the hurting stage. The piece contends welfare state schemes require punishment through heavy taxation to sustain government-sponsored competition and solvent governance.
Chester South Carolina letter argues the newspaper field is plagued by by-liners who seek to sway readers by presenting biased opinion. It contends no law forces fairness for reporters or objectivity for those assigned to campaigns, yet underscores the core ideal of a free press demanding truthful reporting in news sections.
In Waltham Massachusetts the News Tribune notes a shift toward disk brakes in 1965 model cars while buyers remain hesitant to pay cash. The report highlights braking tech adoption but persistent credit usage among buyers.
Breweries from St Paul and St Louis eyed downtown East Franklin Street sites to open saloons but strong opposition led to dropping the project. A petition to designate part of Pella eligible for saloons was rejected by the City Council. Mayor Huber suffered a dislocated shoulder after a wagon accident near his South Pella business. A new cement walk was laid on Main Street Roelofs property. A water motor was added to the pipe organ at First Reformed Church to operate bellows. John Faassen was praised for his advertisement for H D Wormhoudt clothier in the Chronicle.
History NOW notes Parsons on the home field delivering strong end runs as his team runs circles around the Dutchmen in a 40 to 0 victory. Byram is ejected after an on field altercation while vaccination policy for hog cholera shows reduced losses per Dr. K W Stouder.
Central's football team had a strong season with Parsons delivering decisive wins and improved offense. The Nov 5 1914 issue highlights key games and standout performances shaping the team’s status.
Forty years ago the municipal Halloween event drew many visitors as the Chamber of Commerce and the Legion Post sponsored the festivities. A costume judging stand stood on East Franklin with prizes won by Tean Sadler and Sara Schakel while Jake Van Zante and Lon Wormhoudt were noted for their roles. Election results spread by radio through streets and shops.
The 1954 Iowa results show Democrats gain in the U S House while the Republican slate holds in state offices. Governor Clyde Herring seeks reelection with a statewide plurality. Tom Martin wins U S Senate for the Republicans. Central College defeats Simpson 25 14 at homecoming. County races favor Democrats in several posts.
The page notes an unopposed candidate for the 1956 term who received 1162 votes, as recorded in the Pella Chronicle dated November 5 1964.
Verla Vander Streek named homecoming queen with attendants Ruth Vogelaar and Verla Dingeman. Pella High clobbers Osceola 13-6 with all points in final four minutes. Roosevelt and Dewey face election on November 8. revival of Rotary talk on India. Recreation Center active with youth. Pvt Klaas In't Weld on furlough. food parcel deliveries to POWs expected with several men still in Germany.
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