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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1940
Page
3
The weekly piece presents a concise moral urging focus on present duties over distant uncertainties, attributed to Thomas Carlyle. It emphasizes action in the immediate task rather than speculation about the future.
Amid ongoing overseas changes and shifting picture week by week, citizens face uncertainty as most seek guidance from national leaders. The call goes out to pledge loyalty and cooperation to the country’s leaders, come what may.
Opinion column review notes CIO delegates declaring opposition to Nazism Communism and fascism, plus unity calls with I L P purge, while criticising Interior Secretary Ickes for attacks on press. Iowa voters reject constitutional revision in wartime, Colorado and Washington pension debates contrast, and Britain shifts housing and industrial strategy amid war.
A NBC broadcast by John B. Van de Cook warned that Hitler uses propaganda to undermine resistance, urging listeners to read dispatches with caution and not be swayed by claims of invincibility. The piece credits wartime strategy and the need for vigilance against dictatorial deception. It also notes Iowa farmers enrolling in vocational night schools and a GE microscope breakthrough promising advances in disease study and molecular analysis.
The piece notes a shift in cigarette ads from images of men to pretty girls who tell fictitious stories and display flawless skin. It asks if a woman who smokes would ever look the same, prompting critique of gendered advertising.
The Toledo Chronicle argues for compulsory auto liability insurance for all drivers. It suggests proof of coverage be shown before license issuance to protect road users from irresponsible drivers, acknowledging possible penalties for careful motorists.
Alfred P. Sloan of General Motors warns that while military defense can be developed, the greater risk lies in protecting the American way of life from internal threats rather than external ones. He expresses grave apprehension about economic defenses and internal attacks on prosperity.
Reports detail a burglary in New Sharon where robbers stole postage stamps worth 100 dollars from the post office and then dynamited the safe at Whitacre Way and Hammond store, taking watches valued at 500 dollars though a strong box with money was left intact. Local notices mention various residents and events around Pella, Knoxville, Keota, and area, including a wedding, illness, travel, and community activities.
The Legion forms a Choral Club led by Tunis Kempkes, with the first practice scheduled for December 1 in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Reports mention Mrs. T. W. Ligget at a Grinnell music contest, Cornelia Wilson studying watches at Bradley Institute, and several local life events. A stock sale at Y J Van Niewaal and Kuyper’s Music House featured bargains on phonographs, while Edna Ver Ploeg visited Clinton Town schools for Thanksgiving. Mr. and Mrs. Jaarsama marked their 25th wedding anniversary.
A fragment notes an event from a decade ago mentioning Bert Huizenga, a hit and a car incident, with details truncated. The readable text implies a collision but lacks full context, timelines, or outcomes. More complete local details are needed to determine participants, location, and consequences.
A fragmented account recalls Bert escaping harm when a torpedo dropping from above missed him during a past bombing near Security Bank. The tale credits a guardian angel and mentions a prior bomb incident three months earlier.
The Pella Gun Club held its annual Turkey shoot the Monday before Thanksgiving. The Pella Red Cross backed hiring a public health nurse in Pella with other groups supporting the cause. Cold weather arrived with a moisture shortage after a warm spell. School children showcased talent in an operetta featuring Joan Kuyper and others. City ads promote municipal light plant services. First Reformed Church pledged at least $2000 annually for a Bible Department at Central College.
The Little Dutch high school basketball squad, under coach Ellsworth Miller, starts practice with only one returning letterman Charles Lautenbach possible to play. Promising prospects include Tom Grundman James Kempkes and others. The schedule adds Oskaloosa and Diagonal with key games against Des Moines Lincoln North Valley Knoxville and Chariton among others. The season includes South Central Conference games and a Marion County Tournament in Knoxville.
1910 reports from Newton and nearby areas detail the wedding of Neal Vander Werff and Bessie Dearinger in Newton and their plan to live near Reasner. News covers a Hartz Mountain canary shipment at Vander Ploeg's Bakery, a Leighton savings bank opening, Pella sewer bids, local typhoid and diphtheria cases, a Rock Island depot note, and various social and civic items including a banquet and travel notes.
Mr George Ver Steeg editor of the Pella Chronicle spoke to the Pella Hi Journalism class Thursday about duties of a paper and the qualities of a good one He shared views on forming attractive headlines and the talk proved insightful to students in the class
Susy Style Scout endorses cardigans as the best economical winter sweater. Pella High students are shown in colorful cardigans, with Theresa Wormhoudt, Jean Renaud, Jo Bean, Emma Veen, Virginia Carpenter, and Carol Cook noted for yellow, red, and blue versions. The piece touts versatility and style, presenting several wearing ideas.
Editorial urges gratitude for minor comforts and urges support for the basketball program at P. H. 8. It notes rationing abroad contrasts with local abundance, calls for student unity, and encourages early practices and encouragement of the new coach to help find the right team combination.
P H S students took a Friday morning survey sponsored by the student council asking birth dates, intended occupations, and hobbies. The aim is to learn which careers appeal to students and how to learn more, with suggestions including guest speakers or short job experiences.
A fragment notes efforts to present more about various positions to students. It emphasizes expanding information to help learners understand roles and opportunities.
Miss Ruth Whistler staged a Pinocchio marionette show for grade and high school students in the high school auditorium. Puppets including Pinocchio, Jiminy Cricket, the Blue Fairy and Sir J. Wellington Foulfellow entertained as operators demonstrated puppet hands and life-like movement. Students hope for another such clever and amusing performance in the future.
A new one act farce titled For Nothing Did the Chicken Sing, written by Elton Bard, friend of director Birdsall, has been cast and produced locally for the first time. The back porch setting features Don, John Vander Wal, Ruthie, Blanche Van Donselaar, Lolita Le Cocq, Hedy Lamar, Eddie Van Zante’s white hen, and promises to be an amusing entry in the contest lineup.
Jean Van Gorkum, president, said the Pep Club will purchase green numbered megaphones for each girl to call for before each game. The devices aim to boost attendance records and add pep to basketball games.
Music notes from Pella praise the band’s improvement under Mr. Ruby after last Monday’s concert. Students prepare for the bigger Show Boat program on December 11, urging readers to secure their plans and dates.
The Little Dutch travel to New Sharon on Wednesday December 4 for their season opener under new coach Miller. Pella High previously finished with 24 wins and 2 losses, won the South Section and county titles, and defeated New Sharon 89 to 19 in a recent contest.
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