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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1955
Page
3
The quote argues newspapers share human qualities like cooperation for good causes and courage against bad ones. It notes the idea that newspapers have almost human attributes, suggesting such personification may be self evident or forgivable when mistaken.
A town editorial urges Citizens to vote in the October 17 primary stressing civic duty and modest rewards for public servants. It also cites Dr. Ralph E. Lapp on an enormous U S nuclear stockpile and Detroit remarks by Commander Eugene R Blandin noting war costs rising dramatically, arguing such figures render war unthinkable.
The Reporter viewed Grapes of Wrath from the 1930s film about Oklahoma farmers during the Great Depression. Sharecroppers displaced by lenders and landowners faced mass unemployment as the land became a dust bowl and the country’s financial system collapsed amid sympathetic but ineffective relief efforts.
The memoir notes how the Dust Bowl migration and poverty during the 1930s shaped national sentiment. It cites families moving to California in search of work, facing starvation wages, and living in shacks. Elders recall a low mood and shaken faith, urging gratitude for postwar blessings.
Time magazine notes a campaign by the government of South Africa to bar mixed ancestry voters, spurred by Malan and Strydom. White women in black sashes stage silent, mourning demonstrations outside Pretoria government buildings, the Women’s Defense of the Constitution League growing to over 20 000 in 200 towns.
A collection of editorial excerpts notes Eisenhower declining critics invites to enter the fray. Treasury secretary forecasts a balanced budget by July 1, amid a massive government debt. Washington state governor Langlie touts aggressive road safety measures, credits reduced traffic deaths and lower insurance costs, praising the program as effective.
Items of interest from The Chronicle looking back 10 20 30 40 and 50 years. Highlights recall events and people featured in past editions across decades. Reflects community nostalgia with concise notes on anniversaries figures establishments and milestones from multiple years.
Front page photos show dozens of buggies carriages and spring wagons with horses hitched. L A and L A Viersen opened a jewelry and music firm. Will H Scarff moved to Enid Oklahoma to manage Royal Union Life. Central College received $5000 and $500 gifts from estates. Tramps caused a disturbance at the fair. four were to Knoxville for trial. Central’s scrub team beat Lynnville High 6 to 0 amid rough play. Dan Patch lowered pacing record to 1 56 1 2 at Lexington. Pella’s automobile war noted. cars banned for fair travel. Paul A Renaud won two driving horse prizes.
Forty years ago on October 14, 1915 Central's football team fell 19 to 0 at Central field. The report notes Central boasted a better backfield while Penn's heavier line powered through with strong plays. Also mentioned is Mrs J W Boyd hosting members of the Women's Federated Club at her home, with Mrs George Gaass, Mrs H P Scholte and Mrs A B Van Houweling in attendance.
Mrs. Harry Boyd of Olean hosted music at the Boyd home as papers on child welfare and home life influence were read. The Travers-Wick Chatauqua was greenlit for 1916. Iowa U student Harry De Reus passed bar exams but chose to finish at the university, graduating in June 1916. Orchestra was set for the Electric Palace. Ike Gaass’ daughter fell into a barrel of water but remained unharmed. Skunk River residents crossed by boat for two weeks due to high water. A. De Vries’ team ran away near the Webster School Building. one wagon overturned but no injuries. Ralph Huisman moved near Bussey after high water damaged crops. Dr. B. F. Keables amputated two fingers. Ideal Pharmacy sidewalk buzzed during World Series. Gerald Mokma to speak on Japan experiences at First Reformed Church. Molly De Reus returned from California with travels via Hawaii, China, Southern Asia, and Europe. Mrs. Molly De Reus traveled with Mrs. Will Allen, whose husband Bill Allen was Pella’s mayor.
Thirty years ago Pella High’s football team coached by R C Amidon defeated Pleasantville 18 to 7. Pleasantville had beaten Runnells 47 to 0 a week earlier. The piece notes commendation for Pleasantville’s backs and mentions coach Jack Pence’s June marriage. Also covered are local gun club results, a corn show upcoming in Knoxville, and Drake University’s stadium opening with Drake beating Kansas 19 to 0.
Twenty years ago Dr L M Henry was elected secretary treasurer of the Iowa Chiropractic association at Waterloo and was to edit Hawkeye magazine. A Will Rogers photo with autograph would be given to patrons at the Steamboat Around the Bend show in Pella. Federated Club sponsors stained glass in Ulrich Motor Building. Garden Square lighting upgraded with heavier cable. Voters to decide on October 30 to fund a high school addition with federal aid for 45 percent. Richard Meyer and Rein Van der Ploeg plant tulips on the front page.
Ten years ago Harry Neyenesch a Pella youth was promoted to assistant manager at Potts town Bethlehem Steel. He was a Iowa State College graduate with mechanical and civil engineering degrees and a Bethlehem production engineer. The Pella Horse Mule and Pony show drew 135 trail riders who banqueted at Legion Hall. Little Dutchmen lost 12 to 0 to Des Moines Tech at Lincoln field with several players noted. A Legion Hall meeting planned to form a Pella Golf and Country Club with J. G. Boat as chair. Clark Merrick Dupont explosives expert to blast a drainage ditch on Bryan Karr farm October 15. Navy officer Max Kuyk wrote home about Nagasaki damage. Chester Zylstra photographed Japan actions from U S Carrier Lexington. Lt Lee Vriezelaar discharged from the Air Force in Michigan.
Ranting bulbs program in Tulip Time 1986. Lester Vander Linden placed second in dairy cattle judging at Dairy Cattle Congress in Waterloo. M M Dockendorf listed as ag instructor. Reuben Schakel named temporary Iowa Burial association chair. J E Forbes secretary pro tem. G E Roelefs and Howard Life spoke at Des Moines convention. Virginia Fowler entered Captain Cooper in 5 gaited class at Kansas City Royal show. placed well at Iowa State Fair. Central football defeated Iowa Wesleyan 19 6. Virg Ford and Bruce Gardner starred. Pella High lost to Pleasantville 14 0 at Pleas ue Grundman and Dillon played well. Italians attacked Ethiopia. League of Nations condemned.
A National Chamber of Commerce leader in Dallas urges merchants to cooperate rather than isolate their cities. He argues competition requires collaboration to create parking, attractive stores, and efficient transit that expand overall markets and welcome new business.
In the Pacific theatre Master Sergeant Glen Koopman was discharged after long service in Europe. Mick Blecha was discharged from the army in Washington State. Captain Jake Brom was home on furlough awaiting discharge. The local column mentions many more names, including John Adams who died at 90, the longest lived U.S. president.
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