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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1937
Page
3
A columnist notes that the last two elections of 1934 and 1936 may be forgotten as parties focused on the New Deal versus the Old Deal. The writer, H. C. Schaefer, ponders whether voters favored the newer approach over the traditional one.
The piece riffs on public behavior and character, noting spectators see plays better than umpires and critics, while humor and humility shape character. It quotes William Jennings Bryan on humiliation, contrasts poverty views, and mocks epigraphy over kindness with witty epigrams.
The Chronicle asks churches to share their social and religious activities with the paper. It argues churches are groups of individuals and urges Otley Sullyton Pella area churches to send in church news, promising space when possible.
The piece notes Friday morning status of the World Series with one game played, New York Yankees winning 8 to 1 after Carl Hubbell faltered after the fifth inning. It argues Giants could have won and criticizes Hubbell’s late-game collapse as a reversal from last year. The Chronicle editor declares no stake beyond opposition to the Yankees.
The writer reflects on long public service across church and ministry roles noting the difficulty of pleasing all groups and the folly of bending convictions for popularity. He cites Sam Jones on universal approval and urges following an enlightened conscience while leaving results to the Lord.
The piece laments deep rooted political and religious narrowness passed through generations. It notes some resist liberal views while others attack others for lacking conservatism. It also criticizes declining punctuation use in newspapers and the overabundance of commas.
A local note discusses careless sentence structure and the need for punctuation in copy. It urges readers to report auto accidents immediately to the sheriff or officer per state law, citing a true case where timely reporting aided awareness and compliance with the rule that ignorance of the law excuses no one.
A complaint that church offerings embarrass pewsitters who fear facing the plate when short on funds. The remark frames the collection as the church’s main contact with members and its financial purpose.
An old saying urges it is better to wear out than rust out. Older farmers prefer active life over retirement, arguing that staying busy suits them. When unable to work at former pace, they should spend time usefully, reading or pursuing pleasure to avoid the burden of idleness.
An editorial diary notes the WPA built a hill for children in New Orleans while suggesting a larger joke in Montana. It argues the main aim of projects is work and mocks a self styled business advisor who offers free strategic plans to struggling businessmen.
At the Iowa State Fair grandstand on Sunday, a memorial service for Mrs. Alex Miller, founder of Iowa safety programs, faced disruption as some attendees booed and jeered. The tribute highlighted her lifelong efforts to save lives despite the hot, uncomfortable afternoon.
Former Senator L J Dickinson charged agri cultural interests were traded for votes and patronage in Washington. He attacked New Dealers for not restoring the AAA after Supreme Court struck it down and accused Republicans of failing to fulfill farm relief promises while in power.
A brief look back at events from 30 40 and 5 years ago in Pella recounts local moments and notable activities. Community memories highlight past gatherings, milestones and ongoing influence on the town’s culture.
Mr and Mrs Wi Var Zee of Pella welcomed a son. The family was busy painting the external arch and frescoing the interior. Six local women planned a trip to the county seat during the upcoming vacation.
Brief item recounts a fire destroying J W Todd’s former hotel residence linked to 1875 builder W W Nossaman. Includes obituaries of Mrs John Kaldenborg, church call for Rev Henry M Bruins, Halloween celebration plan, liquor law votes, a wedding in Oskaloosa, and several local incidents.
Edward A Filene, 77, Boston merchant and noted philanthropist, died Saturday. He pioneered the credit union idea, helped found the U S Chamber of Commerce, backed the cooperative movement and the five day week, and was active in social security advocacy.
Father and daughter Mr. Alle Redeker of Denver Colorado visited Pella for several days. He heads the Redeker accounting firm and teaches accounting at the University of Denver. He serves on the Central College board of trustees and was invited by H J Vanden Beruer to help revise the treasurer’s bookkeeping. Geraldine Redeker is shown above as a Centralite this year.
Ben Groenendyke, 35, of Cedar, was hospitalized at Mercy Oska loosa with a fractured leg after a Friday fall from a corncrib scaffold while shingling a Wright area farm. Jay Veldhuizen and Peter Fynaart also fell from the ten foot roof but escaped injury.
A new home goods shop opens with a host of community figures featured among the attendees. Local residents Lena Be Fred, Miss Lo children, Adel ey, Henry How Doris Van Loon, Frank Roose, Claud Gideon, John Rempkes, and Eddie LeCoea were noted as part of the event marking the store’s debut fifty years ago.
In October 1897 near Pe The 2nd birthday is noted for a newborn son to Mr and Mrs N Ver Steg. Mrs H D Wormhondt receives a new bicycle from husband Jake Douma baker for J S Rhynsburger Co bakery. Will Shankland from Des Moines opens a dental office in Pella. H Jansen dies at 70 with daughters McDaniels Ryan Irwin and Jennie at his bedside. The text also mentions curb work on the east side of the square and Nether lands visit details.
This Oct 17 1907 item notes Baptists of Iowa awaiting next week’s state convention in Grinnell to discuss expanding support for Central university. It also records Truman of Coalport collapsing after illness, a local wedding between John Boaveld and Mrs Gertrude Nadort, a bone-removal operation for Ann Ver Broeg near Gat enburg, William Visser starting a cement block house on the Pella Knox road, a local 20th birthday gathering for Will Any, and a family planning trip to Oklahoma for their daughter Birt and Soba Mody 16th of Harvey.
Pleasantville hosted a colorful homecoming with Dutch themed parade elements and a football game against Pella High. Pleasantville won 33 to 0, scoring five touchdowns and three goals as locals enjoyed band, concessions, and community pride despite Pella’s absence.
At Pella High, students in the Industrial Arts II class operate a classroom factory to craft music racks. Foreman Ralph Wisse oversees production under instructor Mr. Nutting. Students rotate roles across saws, inspectors, sanders and planers as they assemble parts and learn manufacturing skills for upcoming projects.
Ryade joined our ranks last week as part of the commercial department reorganization. The IOS uni staff congratulate the new member as efforts to unite the project continue toward success.
In a discussion on school spirit, the column argues that athletics build character more than winning. It praises the team’s effort and square play over score alone and cites a song sung by students and led by Superintendent Bueykens urging loyalty and victory for Pella High.
A language lesson diary from Ruth Gosselink visiting Bosrah Iraq and India outlines students in fourth and fifth grades. It records painting projects, book charts, readers like Keith Lautenbach and Joyce Sadler, percent goals, and health poster work. It notes student absences from Walter Williams hag due to blood poisoning and musical lessons from Mise Tysseling.
Sixth grade editors recap last week with 9 pages weekly and names of staff. Students Phyllis Van Keeis tor Gertrude Van Quyen and Jene a Leydens run the business side while Jane Van Orkom Ruth Van Ee and Junior Russell lead student government.
Eighth grade Science and Living with Mr. Ruby studies the human body using a skeleton model named Os car. Students must submit four book reviews by October 29 with title author publisher and a summary in ink or pencil. Seventh and eighth graders gain new readers Hidden Treasures in Literature praising quality. Campfire group plans bake sale at De Winters Meat Market with coffee sales to raise funds. Eighth grade girls start Physical Training sessions with baseball at Webster school keep away and dodge ball in the High School gym. semester plans gym use.
Agriculture notes report Pella High School Daily Judging Team placed 44th of 50. John Tugen showcased versatile judging. Mentions of B F A convention officers Philip Berny Jeet Elmer Ver Meer Samual Turner Amos Huyser Mark De Prenger. Willis Dieleman Roy Van der Beek escaped injury when corn rack fell. Right end Stuart Kuyper sidelined with a fractured wrist. John Van Vliet considered leaving the team.
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