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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1927
Page
4
The highway commission rules oil streets treated as paved and towns under 2500 population receive 200 dollars per mile. Monroe, on highways 68 and 14, has 1.6 miles of oiled streets that will benefit. City council meets next Friday to act on the ruling.
An open letter from WSUI Radio Board chairman explains that the Athletic Council did not ban broadcasting all contests. It notes the financial burden of sports on the university and that game receipts fund facilities and training. Public opinion urged delaying broadcasts until finance and audience impact were clarified. The letter stresses the need to test public sentiment before future decisions.
A letter praising WSUI for broadcasting athletic contests notes strong public demand from University of Iowa listeners and graduates. It states the station will continue to air future events to satisfy thousands who support the service and urges continued public engagement and editorial use.
Iowa health officials tabulated 1926 marriage and divorce data by county. A total of 20 966 marriages occurred in 1926, down from 21 924 in 1925, while 4 080 divorces were granted, down from 4 112. Chickasaw led counties with 611 marriages and Polk reported the highest divorce rate at one in 100 of the population. Other counties showing notable patterns include Louisa, Van Buren, Cedar, and Woodbury with varying marriage and divorce rates.
Pella High School football dominated Pleasantville in a decisive win. The Pella lineup controlled the tempo with strong offensive drives and stout defense to secure the victory on home turf.
The home team powered to a 20 to 0 victory amid a muddy field after light rains. Fans crowded the stands as the Pella boys offered a stiff challenge, but the decisive score reflected the team’s solid performance and finishing drive.
Dramatics reports from Central Ray note one act plays and class work intrigue. Students and townspeople involved in dramatics anticipate wonderful results this year with the Masquers showing fine material and clear evidence of potential success in dramatic work.
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