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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1926
Page
3
As cold weather increases heating use, experts urge chimney inspections and cleanings now to prevent dangerous fires and costly losses. Early maintenance can avert hazardous buildup and ensure safe operation during peak fire time.
Growing reports describe local graveling projects on township roads not overseen by the highway commission. These routes serve areas toward Pella and extend into Jasper and Mahaska counties near Marion. The trend suggests a model others may adopt.
A group of United States senators who once shut out insurgents from the Republican caucus and stripped them of committee positions now seeks to bring them back. Democrats outnumber Republicans, and the plan hinges on insurgents voting with Republicans to organize the Senate. The insurgents’ stance is unquoted, but the motive appears to be spoils of office.
The Iowa forestry topic gains attention with Ames Agricultural College highlighted. The piece argues for practical forestry instruction for farmers over creating few specialists, urging courses that benefit everyday life and state needs through grounded, useful training.
A column argues against solicitors claiming state official endorsements to raise funds for the needy in Des Moines. It states Pella should support its own poor and not fund outside towns, noting the signatory's recommendation does not prove the solicitor's character.
The Chronicle recalls an incident where a so called expert damaged a machine he worked on. It notes a craftsman born in Fingland who apprenticed under a blacksmith and gained real understanding, contrasted with modern so called experts who tinker with equipment with little formal training.
Opinion suggests President Coolidge will seek renomination by his party and reelection by the people despite ongoing congressional concerns. The remark frames a potential political path as the nation faces legislative challenges and party dynamics.
An observer argues that party control and patronage under the president favor renomination and possible re-election. Despite discontent with Coolidge's policies, Iowa voters are inert, producing a large GOP majority in 1920s pattern. The piece notes Iowa's history of backing Coolidge and doubts energy to oppose him.
The piece argues the Democratic Party lacks capable statesmen to win in 1928 and is split between moral and immoral factions. It notes Republicans could nominate a Harding through party bosses, while Democrats with Cox or Davis have failed to rally votes in past elections. It urges a decisive break from Cox and Davis lines.
The author argues money is a convenient but not absolute necessity noting how a dollar can cycle through many hands at home and still return, while sending it to Chicago would drain local circulation. The piece stresses barter as possible, observes money’s role as a value measure, and cautions against treating the dollar as ultimate wealth.
In Polk County the primary road program favored rural areas over towns. Valley Junction Ankeny Grimes Mitchellville Altoona and several smaller places were skipped by paving efforts, foreshadowing possible stormy times ahead as counties voted bonds to pay for the projects.
The writer recalls a trip through Story County Ames and Des Moines noting a one man grader on a graveled highway and praising its lower cost. They describe Ames campus growth since 1902 and argue the state should keep Ames as agricultural focus, criticize liberal arts at Iowa City, and reflect on Des Moines’ shuttered business scene and farmer hardship. Political commentary covers Sheriff Findley case in Des Moines, Robb’s supporters, Knoxville Express critique, and support for J. H Johnson, praising his character and integrity for Marion County legislature.
Obituary notes Henry E Wormhoudt of Pella and Grace McKee Monroe Awere Wilson died Nov 17 in Davenport hospital. A baby boy born to Rev and Mrs A Le Grand on November 16. Jis Jian sold Moon Hem ort farm 2 acres south onroe o M Van iat $16 000. Local business houses announce Thanksgiving closure. Snowfall improves sleighing roads and parties take advantage. Official election returns show Claude Porter won Marion County governorship by 888 over Cummins. Gerrit Klein bought 18 acre LeCocq farm west of town for $4,260. Mr and Mrs H Kuyper celebrated 50th anniversary on November 20.
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