This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1935
Page
8
A reflective piece on time misuse and its costs, noting workers’ afterhours focus on unfinished tasks, the shift from general stores to specialized shops, and the rising value of service at gas stations. It discusses frugality, railroads, marriage pragmatism, and choosing needs over desires.
A workman offers alternatives and guidance, turning the establishment into a center of service. Customers receive practical solutions and better outcomes than they expected, as the business emphasizes helpfulness and reliability.
Even cur ch groups push progressive ideas and improve properties to look inviting and serve as a necessity. Parishioners focus on their homes and neglect church premises, arguing any facility is adequate for worship. The argument calls for church buildings to be kept in proper repair and as well presented as ordinary homes.
The passage reflects on how friendship reveals itself in adversity, noting that true depth of companionship shows during affliction. It emphasizes relying on divine comfort as the lasting source of support and welcomes sympathy when most needed.
A reflection on psychology and speech urging balance between honesty and considering the mental impact of words. The piece argues against reckless truth telling and for evaluating how people react to what is said while encouraging the expression of convictions.
A three nations stance from Italy and Mussolini is cited as risky for expanding claims. The piece argues other European nations will oppose mistreatment of any nation’s rights to acquire territory and predicts the right will prevail in some manner.
Chicago opened the World Series in Detroit with a thrilling victory over the Tigers led by leadoff hitter Augie Galan and supported by Lonnie Warneke’s pitching. Warneke shut down Greenberg Gerringer and Goslin, turning the game into a memorable display of timely hitting and expert pitching.
A Cubs batter Demaree hit a four bagger in the first inning of a series opener, elating Cub fans while an anxious Detroit announcer’s faltering voice showed his partisan heartbreak. The observer notes announcers are human and deserve sympathy, not harsh judgment.
Keokuk County News notes that many local and national ministers received letters from President Franklin D. Roosevelt asking for ideas to improve the country. The piece doubts ministers will influence policy as the president is advised by professors rather than clergy.
The Montezuma Republican comments on objections to a marriage between a girl and Senator McAdoo of California. The paper states the father’s stance is understandable and the senator and woman erred in marrying, urging better judgment from both sides.
The Toledo Chronicle denounces pool rooms as a waste for any man or youth, urging focus on worthwhile pursuits instead and questioning why anyone would spend time in such places given broader opportunities.
Colfax market notes limited demand from big buyers as fears of war and federal rulings buoy sentiment. Cattle show tentative gains with mixed tone. hogs rise late as prospects of a bumper crop loom. Lambs move higher while feeder prices stay under pressure. Prices cited include hogs around 10.25, lambs about 8.05, calves near 7.0. Market watchers urged vigilance as new crop movement could shift prices.
A jumbled column of local humor and anecdotes from Pella recounts playful quips about teachers, barbers, mustaches, and community figures. The piece weaves social asides with light remarks on health, wedding norms, chores, and everyday mishaps in a breezy, period voice.
Jeremiah, one of Israel’s great prophets, faces a daunting calling. God assures presence and power to speak his words, while opponents threaten death. The lesson contrasts courage with fear, urging ministers to preach truth despite danger, and asks whether the church fully proclaims the gospel.
A Friday night break in at Albia high school office failed to open the safe as robbers punched the door but left without taking items. Sheriff Goodwin investigated, with initial remarks suggesting local familiarity. Also notes California scientist Dr Bailey Willis claims the earth is warming and may become a sun.
The Board of Supervisors met with all members present. Bills were approved including Farm Bureau, janitorial supplies, printing, and various work on drainage and roads. Compensation and insurance payments were listed alongside fuel and hospital costs. The board adjourned with no further business.
Joseph Gillaspie, 19, was killed when lightning struck a barn at the David M. Gillaspie home six miles southeast of Albia Monroe County. He died instantly at the scene while milking with his sister Grace, 21, who was uninjured except for a blistered hand. Neighbors and Coroner Frank N. Bay arrived but could not save the structure or contents of the barn.
A pastor from the First Baptist Church in Waukesha Wisconsin reportedly accepted a presidency offer from a university about a month ago. The decision involves named institutions and prompts local reaction in the community.
Notice is given that an instrument purporting to be the last will of William Vos Deceased is on file in Marion County District Court. The hearing is set for October 1 at Knowville Iowa, where interested persons may be heard. Clerk Don I. Remy, District Court.
Five readers offer views on why the Detroit Tigers won the World Series. Bets on luck and breaks mix with praise for players Mike Cochran Goose Gostin Tack and strategic decisions. Opinions vary on ninth inning decisions and clutch performance shaping the outcome.
Chronicle notes Penn College defeated Central 10 to 0 in a football game from October 1915. Central players listed include Lane Allen Hites Drax Wooly Rhynshingers Hace Frye Reyers Hillyer Muirhead. The column also reports local deaths, typhoid illness, river conditions, a wagon accident near Webster school, and bar exam candidates Des Moines.
Last week the Chronicle acknowledged a man and worn beings found asleep in a car. One implicated party says the published account was errant but corroborated by two witnesses including Officer De Hoog who testifies the record is true apart from an exception about a license applied for.
District Judge O S Branklin signed a temporary injunction restraining the state motor vehicle department from enforcing the overloading statute. The action, brought by National Freight Lines of Marshalltown, tests the constitutionality of the act.
On the front page a picture shows horse-drawn vehicles as Lake Vauvie diar is discussed. Injuries fatally strike Lane Van Stenberge who fell from a scaffold in Oskaloosa while working as a carpenter. J A Viersen opens a jewelry and music store in a building tied to P C Warner restaurant. The infant child of Mr and Mrs Peter Vander Sluis of Hamilton dies. Elder Van Suit conducts the funeral. Fever panic erupts in Dallas though no deaths are reported. West of the square, new walks are laid after council votes for a cement path along the south side of the old feed barn. Andrew Van Rees’s wagon team runs loose near Sully before being stopped. The tied harness is damaged as the vehicle halts.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.