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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1937
Page
4
A weekly reflection quotes Justice William H. Black of the New York Supreme Court urging change in how conceited drivers are treated. He warns that if not, an outraged public may demand removal of dangerous motorists from the roads.
This compiled snippet critiques social security claims, party politics, and budget balance promises. It mocks unbalanced finances in 1988 and questions liquor laws, labor effort, and consumer behavior, using multiple satirical observations about public life and behavior.
A shoe merchant notes buyers now prioritize comfort over appearance, preferring correct sizes even if they look large. He recalls past trends of cramping feet to fit smaller shoes and warns of the discomfort and issues that followed. Style remains important, but comfort and fashion can coexist.
Recent gambling raids in Des Moines and other cities show police action rising or operators becoming bolder. The piece urges breaking up nests of vice and appeals to law enforcement to uphold the oath and enforce mandates, arguing lawmakers and laws lose effect if evil operates unchallenged.
The piece advocates student speech in own words to foster initiative and democracy in schools. It urges timely reminders for birthdays anniversaries and bereavements, suggesting cards calls or messages as simple gestures to ease burdens and show sympathy. A Chicago minister is cited as an example of reaching out to congregants with birthdays.
A congressman suggests a wide investigation into the affiliations of all supreme court members amid uproar over Senator Black. The idea is praised as fair play and aimed at ending the ongoing gabfest about Black’s ties.
A public wave of criticism erupts as President Roosevelt faces backlash for appointing a Ku Klux Klan figure to a position. Protests and editorials accuse the administration of endorsing the Klan and undermining civil rights. Community leaders urge restraint and insist on accountability.
The Chronicle argues for immediate housing construction citing low costs and urgent need. It notes persistent house hunting, frequent rent inquiries, and asserts that even 25 available homes would be filled at once, highlighting a real and ongoing housing problem.
Colfax Tribune notes tulip displays attract visitors even from outside the celebration. It highlights tulip lanes and parking, while commenting on public figures and the heavy burdens of presidential leadership. The piece contrasts convictions with practical politics in Roosevelt era debates.
A historical critique argues repeal failed to reduce taxes or debt. It notes beer and whiskey revenue underperformed by about a billion and a half, while the public debt is projected to surpass thirty seven billion dollars by September 15. It claims every U.S. resident owes $285 at birth due to this policy.
A rural preacher’s work is year round, not seasonal, prompting questions about social outreach. Grinnell Herald-Register questions trust fund use for social security taxes, urging a future show down on policy. Beaverdale notes Des Moines loss of Tony Cabooch, Italian dialect comedian who played WHO.
The secretary teases adding hazardous stunts to the fair program including rail, auto, and air crashes, with a roaming comet landing as a possible spectacle in front of the grandstand to boost agricultural promotion.
The Montezuma Republican praises Des Moines Register columnist Blic Jay Franklin, calling him a New Deal prophet. Readers enjoy his daily writings and observe how he twists facts to suit his stance. He is described as an artist whose talents deserve a more worthy subject.
Lesson outlines three faith builders Contenders for the Faith Destroyers of the Faith Builders of the Faith with Jude text. It argues sincere believers must contend for universal truth live by full doctrine and guard against licentious misuse of grace while keeping in the love of God for preservation unto eternal life.
Daily show at Waterloo draws New Salem Tunis Nickel while Newton callers visit family. Catherine Vander Pol visits Sully with Sylvia Elscott from Saturday night to Sunday night. Mrs Geurt Vander Krol goes to Mahaska hospital for examination. Andrew Gertsma works as Gi caller. Leslie Vander Krol accompanies Saturday. Edgar Taylor group attends Brooklyn sale. Catherine Vander Pol visits Velma Taylor Wednesday. Freda Vander Wilt spends Thursday with Catherine Vander Pol. Oskaloosa, Grinnell, and Des Moines visits by local folks noted. Mary Lois Ludwick taken to Mahaska hospital Friday for examination.
Taintor and Hull families visited Harold Hull near Grinnell while farmers planned corn picking Monday. A river baptism in Union Mills drew local attendees. Mrs Ryan and sons visited relatives in Grinnell, and an auto collision damaged Mrs Huff’s car with injuries sending her to Mahaska hospital.
A nostalgic column looks back at notable moments from Pella’s past spanning 20, 30, 40 and 50 years ago. It highlights community milestones, local figures, and notable happenings that shaped the town’s history.
Twenty years ago in October readers learned of Miss Marie Reynolds, former Central College home economics instructor, marrying John Webb of Minneapolis. A First Reformed choir enjoyed a bonfire supper at the Verhey orchard. Marshall Bickford took charge of a runaway 16 year old from Indianola. Died: Johanna De Bruin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. De Bruin. Eugene Hinton and sister Florence visited their brother at Pella High School. Van Rees and Van Vark attended the World Series in Chicago. Postman A W Langerak resigned. Mark Rillian succeeded him on city route 2. Charles Brand was advised to quit cigar factory work for outdoor labor. John De Cook’s car accident near Knoxville injured no one. Dick Steenhoek, with 90 relatives present, left for army camp. (1917)
The 1906 Rock Island railroad report shows gross system receipts up by four million dollars. A Monroe depot fire destroyed records and goods. A west Coal Ridge bridge collapse killed a man and team. Multiple deaths including Dieles Van Zante Jr and John Vorahem are noted. Other items cover prize apples, a Leighton train incident, job changes, and local business notes.
Forty years back in October 1897 Buwalda Bros ran the Pella Electric Light Plant boring wells for farmers in spare time. Lake Prairie District Fair concluded with modest baby show entries two. First prize to Geo Liter family baby, second to Henry Ver Hoegh’s child. Mr Ea Pduillite and Mphia Brand wed at Mrs Brand’s home west of town. Laurask teaches Bunker Hill school. Van Rees family moves from Otley to South Peila. Ver Ster Bros offer a live goose with a balloon prize on fair grounds. Willie Breuklander found the goose near town and earned one hundred pounds of flour. Ver Ste Bros prize to finder. A son born to Mr and Mrs Ed Egan of Glenwood. Mrs Egan is daughter of Mr and Mrs J Bousquet.
Mrs. C Bongers and Hattie Neyenesch attend the Crystal Wedding of Mr and Mrs Joh Vander Mast in Monroe. The Blade lists city school pupils with perfect attendance for the month in rooms 10 and 11, naming 30 students including Leonard Leats Hubert Breuklander Grad us Maasdam Gerrit Schutenga James Doedyns Henry Vander meulen Willie Brouwer Rebecca Meinardi Emma LeCocq Fanni Gelderblom Katie Gezel Tonie Valkenberg Gertie Vande den Maggie De Bi Beek Tillie Slavata Frank De Wit Henry Van Rees Willie Mansdam Mary Den Moed Maggie Ver Beck John Brouwer Herman Vos Elie Pish er Watson Dykstra Lizzie Muilen berg Flora Meinardi Katie Yo Flora Kelder Minnie Smith Katie Klein Katie Boland Ellie Sehuten.
Mary De Jong Jennie Vander zyl Maggie Van Gorp Ida Slot Bryntje Poelstra Carrie Van Gorn Nellie Vos Anna De Boer Johanna Hoogenakker Albert Breuklander were married by Esq H Kuyper uncle of the bride. E M Cole remodeled the old wand Huber stand near Theo LeCocq Harnes Shop into a two floor seed business. Jane the 19 year old daughter of Mr and Mrs K Van Stigt died.
J William Rootselaar born April 21 1870 at Pellaa died at St Luke Hospital Cedar Rapids Iowa on Sept 27 at 10 00 am aged sixty seven years five months and six days. He married Gertrude Swank who predeceased him Aug 28 1928 leaving Herman and daughters Cora Vriezelaar and Doll Vriezelaar. He remarried Sept 6 1933 to Anna Foust with four daughters and one son Addie Brooks Helen Sweeney Marcia Lee Florence Surles Catherine Beckham Johanna Thomas Ralph Foust. Surviving siblings include Gerrit Des Moines. He joined Baptist Otley then coastal Monroe church. Funeral 2 00 Wednesday at house and First Reformed Church conducted by Rev Huibregtse Interment Pella.
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