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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1939
Page
4
A column mix of old anecdotes and forward views on light for cars, language humor, and a bold discussion of Britain, Russia, and democracy. It argues for closer Western Hemisphere ties, neutral thought with support for Allies, and the value of American intellectual influx postwar.
A medical specialist warns against anxiety as a cause of illness while urging calm and prudent living. Business leaders like E. T. Weir and the Girdler chief argue against arming for war, saying war profits misbalance trade and the nation should avoid manufacturing munitions, highlighting sober, direct counsel from industry leaders amid wartime discourse.
It notes National Fire Prevention Week October 8–14 and urges Americans to curb fire losses. Across nations the per person costs differ. the piece cites 1934 fire losses by country and stresses home maintenance, chimneys, roofs, and fire readiness to reduce the yearly bill nearing 300 million dollars.
Eldora fyrald-Ledger urges churches to guide the nation as it avoids conflict and faces domestic issues. A syndicated piece quips about political ideologies with a Lowans style summary of socialism, communism, capitalism, and New Dealism, linking to rationing in Germany and wartime control of cattle and milk.
Event recounts a shower honoring Mise Leona Vander Linden heading to China for mission work. Forehome farewell planned at Second Reformed. Newton to Oskaloosa streetcar trip drew 40 aboard. L. P. D. Fair tickets sold in Oskaloosa. Central beat Knoxville 6 0 with Ray Bousquet star. Campus Watermelon Club formed by Uncle Billy Young to disband with frost. Pella Canning & Pickling Co. selling three frame buildings for brick factory. Boy Cornelius Van Gemeret struck by train near Leighton. both horse and boy injured, mother unhurt. New books include Ben Hur and Wizard of Oz. Kik Vander Werf buys Dakota farm. buyers profiting on Dakota land. Drunken arrests at Fair yield sidewalk fund. Nellie Lewis indicted for illegal liquor sale. Shetland Pony race at Fair features Ralph Ver Plsey, Will Ver Plog, William Hols.
A 20 year old column from Pella details City Mayor Van den Berge facing a tough search for a marshal while Legion Post officers are elected Andrew Van Zante Dave De Cook Paul Lauffenbach Worp Burgman and Geo Ver Steeg lead the executive committee W A Young becomes vice president replacing Ed Donai Also noted: veterans of the 17th Infantry plan a October reunion civic and academic staff changes at Central College including Dr W C Ver Pteeg teaching chemistry and biology Mrs Liggett teaching voice and languages Margeret Lauterbach to teach French and German Captain William Logan tours the area with Ted Le Cocq harpist Salvi to perform at First Reformed Church Ladies Auxiliary backs the event President Hoffman addresses Versailles Treaty and League of Nations Case Van Synpost quips about city crowds and cramped spaces in Observations
The Freshmen aided by the Sophs won at Ver Steer pond south of Pella after a long night celebration by a callithampion band. Joe Faassen of Clarinda visited his parents while in Missouri buying seeds. Swift & Co. promoted a Bolshevism discouragement ad. The U S Navy advertised for men in the display columns of the issue.
Ten years ago on October 8 1929 Black's Style Shoppe planned to enlarge by renting the south square building. The issue notes paving crews limiting Sunday noise, a county Atwater Kent radio audition led by Prof G F Sadler at the college chapel, and a bridge repair delay on Knoxville road. John Vander Wert taught Wheat Grow School with 29 pupils enrolled.
Martin Paardekooper was elected commander of Van Veen-Van Hemert Legion Post. Dick Van Zante and Gerrit Van Den Berg were vice commanders and Paul Grundman, adjutant. The United Self Serve Store was to restart after Gradys De Kock sold to J. Ross, representative and part owner of the United Co. Little Dicky Hocksema died after an operation.
In a tight Friday night clash at home, Pella High stop Lincoln High Railsplitters 0 to 0. Pella punters Heerema and Lincoln’s Rains each averaged 34 and 33 yards on 21 punts. The defense held both teams after Pella reached Lincoln’s 20 in the first half, with a cautious second half focused on defense and punting.
On September 28 Juniors from P H S announced two contests to support the class play The Cat. Webster School and Lincoln School invited pupils to submit a 50 word cat essay with a pencil sketch contest at Webster. Prizes include reserved seats to The Cat at P H S auditorium. Winners announced October 4 will be printed in next week’s Pella High Spirit.
The Pella Hird dairy judging team members Herman Vander Linden Harold Vander Linden Eugene Van Zee and William Huyser spent Thursday at the Dairy Cattle Congress in Waterloo preparing for the national contest in Kansas City this October. They and their instructor M M Dockendorf broadcast on WHO Saturday afternoon during the Corn Belt Hour with Vander Linden describing the Waterloo event and breeds to be judged. Each boy spoke up to three minutes amid praise for their performance and hope for success at the national contest.
Local gossip and high school chatter swirl around Supt Buerkens moving to North Broadway. Notes on band uniforms Osky trips De Wit antics and romantic rumors at the Glee Club picnic. Congratulations to the football team and a cheeky ad for new study book rentals at the school library.
Wednesday night at Pella high school the Pep Club initiated new members after a meeting opening with the constitution. Two teams led by Willa Mae De Bruin and Jeanette Vander Kieft played games like Flattery and Treasure Hunt with a hidden treasure of candy bars. Refreshments of bananas and cupcakes followed as new members dressed in blue overalls and red handkerchiefs were paraded and photographed.
Mr Don Nutting industrial arts teacher leads an introductory First Aid class for eighth graders at Pella High. The program shifts from pure industrial arts to practical safety, emphasizing clear communication and calm actions to avoid mistakes such as misinterpreting a drowning report. Look for an accompanying First Aid Cartoon and article in the Pella High Spirit in upcoming issues.
A student assembly at P H S on Wednesday September 27 ran from 1 00 to 1 40 pm. Students sang old favorites. Special seating was assigned by class and will be used for all assemblies. Freshmen in section A sophomores in D juniors in C and seniors in B. M M Dockendorff gave a short speech on P H S Winne.
Last Tuesday afternoon the Girls' Athletic Association reorganized with about thirty girls present. New officers are Freda Zwank president, Cora Heeren secretary treasurer, and Barbara Van Sittert recorder. Sponsor is Mrs. ysseling, physical education director.
Students across the building exited as the siren rose. Student fire officers stood post and carried out duties, marking a successful drill despite it being the first for most freshmen.
A teachers convention at Newton caused a full day off for all attending Pella High. Students reportedly enjoyed the day while the pitchers meeting may have been part of the pleasant break.
Mr. Dockendorf announced that Gene Van Zee Herman Vander Linden Harold Van der Linden and William Huyser as alternate won the state championship at the Dairy Cattle Congress in Waterloo on Sept 26. They will advance to Kansas City to face forty eight states for the national title.
Editorial criticizes a Des Moines style parade of gate crashers at a Lincoln High football game and mocks the tactics used to bypass tickets. It discusses student behavior in halls, rushes to class, and discourages harsh punitive schemes, advocating for better manners rather than punitive tricks.
Miss Geneva Faber hosted 170 girls from Osceola Montezuma and Pella for a home making conference in Pella on Saturday. The program included a mixer, group discussions on Living Together, and talks by Supt. Buerkens Mrs. Austin Shearer and others. A tea featured punch and cookies while dancers added variety before departure by car taxi or bus.
Friday September 29 Peltn High School students enjoyed the Iowa High School Art Exhibit displayed by Central College. The diverse show featured cars people towns war designs airplanes and industry with 36 of 600 entries selected as best. Pella artist Tewin Lubbers a Pella High sophomore painted his piece under Central College teacher V Bobbitt.
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