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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1957
Page
4
A reflective note urges tolerance for change. It credits the youth with understanding the present and calls on elders to be less critical and more supportive, reminding readers that everyone shapes progress.
Iowa State College experts report November 1 moisture levels up to normal or above in most counties. Northwestern and southern pockets remain below normal but ample moisture supports corn and soybeans. West and southwest show drought recovery, with signs of gratitude as county gifts to aid relief rise nationwide.
An Iowa study on aging urges treating retirees with dignity and activity. Dorrance S. White, 74, emeritus professor at Iowa University, advocates avoiding neglect or overburden, promoting engagement with youth, and cherishing being called grampa by neighbors. His reflections emphasize humane, practical care for the elderly.
A few tulip bulbs were accidentally lifted from a bed, carrying large healthy root systems that will continue growing in early spring and produce big blooms. It is a good practice to remove the remaining bulbs and replant properly.
Commentary praises the cracker barrel moment shared by former Secretary George Humphrey and President Eisenhower as a symbol of democracy. The scene at Augusta National is seen as reflection on common sense roots and traditional values in an era of atomic age uncertainty.
A compilation of editorials contrasts Sioux Rapids Press praise for city leaders with critical takes on Des Moines spats. Waterloo Courier notes Truman’s unconventional views on government structure and the clash between theory and practice. The piece argues for fewer counties and cautions against sentiment when redrawing county seats.
The Chronicle recounts notable items from ten, twenty, thirty, forty, and fifty years ago, highlighting people, events, and places that shaped local history. It surveys archived notes, anniversaries, and developments that echo into today.
Fifty years ago Herman Rietveld was knocked down when his horse stepped on soft ground near a culvert. He recovered soon after with a badly injured shoulder and head. Henry Van Dene was briefly injured when his wagon overturned near the depot. Fire Chief Peter Baer and crew were commended for saving the Central College Auditorium roof after a fire alarm. Other notes include a parade advertisement for The Millionaire Tramp, a rider falling from a horse on Main Street, and various local ads and population figures.
A gasoline lamp and tank explosion gutted a building but two fifty gallon chemical engines quenched the blaze after occupants escaped as doors and windows blew out. Editor W A Young praised Pella patriotic efforts for Camp Dodge soldiers and other local notes include Ford’s 1917 car pledge, Brunia claim work, Fairmount College aviation student, and Knitting Club serving soldiers.
Thirty years earlier about seven thousand tons of lime were spread on Marion County farms to boost alfalfa. Diphtheria cases rose. a squirrel shooting fine was issued by Mayor Fultz. Model A debut promised at Ford dealers with a $50 price bump. Six inches of snow blanketed the area as cold weather persisted.
Death recorded was that of Mrs Frans Van Gorp aged 91 born in The Netherland. The notice notes her burial and family details as part of a 20 Years Ago retrospective from December 2, 1937.
Pictured on the front page is Mrs. Etta Cole age 91 seated with hands folded at the Thanksgiving table. She lives with Mr. and Mrs. Jim Klyn. A front page story notes Marion County's contour farming reaching half its farmland with the Soil District far ahead in state practices after the annual district meeting at Knoxville drawing 300 attendees.
Mark McWilliam, former Central College coach, earned a second lieutenant commission at Fort Snelling after three months training. Bert Van der Wilt of Oskaloosa received a similar rank. Geraldine Aschenbrenner, Central College Academy teacher, resigned to join the National War Work Council in New York City aiding servicemen overseas. Will J. Rhynsburger and Evelyn Whitman wed in Denver, Colorado, with Rhynsburger serving as Mesita High School principal. A barber and customer Clarence Zickel narrowly escaped trouble at Reasnor after an incident.
Maurice Birdsall directs the college drama society in presenting The Man Who Came to Dinner. Pella Historical Society seeks volunteers to plant thousands of gift tulips at the Home for the Aged. R B Nebergall discusses crime costs with the Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Ben Kuyh and wife travel to Charleston to visit son Max, an engineer. Senator George A Wilson proposes a national debt reduction program for Senate consideration.
A newspaper inside a car on a Dysart area road caught fire when strong wind whipped a rolled page from the vehicle. The blaze spread into a four acre grass fire with hunters nearby safe.
The Denver Post editorial warns that rapid progress in science and technology risks outpacing humanity. It discusses anti missile programs, invasive species, and the danger of manipulating weather and climate, arguing such overreach could lead to unforeseen and potentially catastrophic consequences.
A cinema program offers the reels Wife Wanted and I Love Trouble as a back to back bill. A quip by Olin Miller notes the danger of conscience giving way to cold feet. The piece adds a reflection on the older generation fearing younger voices may urge them to drop dead.
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