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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1931
Page
6
At the start of the fall semester at Virginia Polytechnic Institute in Blacksburg, the president addressed the freshman class on reducing extra-curricular expenses and mailed a letter on the topic to the parents. He asks why such a step hasn’t been taken by a college head before.
The Des Moines Register argues convention action and straw votes influence legislation but notes the 18th Amendment is in the Constitution and not changeable by popular vote. The piece urges opponents to recognize this and learn from it.
The writer notes an unusual economy with July and August showing brisk buying while September brings a sales decline. A local grocer reports summer sales were solid but below prior peaks, with a noticeable lull settling in his grocery line.
ESTELLE TAYLOR once wife of Jack Dempsey obtains a divorce after six and a half years of marriage. Dempsey says the couple lacked children and she chose a career over home life. The court records a sorrowful end to a high profile union.
The Pella High School football squad earned two victories in succession despite a loss to Sigourney. The writer urges continued support from citizens to boost team morale and anticipates more successes before the season ends.
Observers praise Governor Murray for deep understanding of the monetary system yet urge a change in demeanor to gain broader public support. He is described as a strong figure who could lead reforms if his manner aligns with common societal standards.
The article argues radio preaching cannot replace church services because people seek inspiration and fellowship unavailable at home. It notes the devotional atmosphere of church services and emphasizes that radio cannot provide the same communal experience or personal engagement.
The New York editor lauds Pella for maintaining an American atmosphere, contrasting it with Babel like cosmopolitan cities. He notes a population largely of one ancestry upholding timeless traditions, yielding a moral communal climate uncommon in similarly sized cities.
Local high school janitor Peter Du Pree treats his work as a serious craft, earning fixture status through years of dedicated effort and genuine investment in the school’s upkeep.
The author argues that competitors condemn unethical methods in theory but tolerate them in practice when personal gain is at stake. They note that a five and ten cent store proposal may threaten rivals yet be seized for a small saving, revealing a double standard in ethical judgment.
Merchants should not attack rivals to gain patrons for their own goods or services. A business must stand on its own merits, and if it relies on unfair or unfounded statements against others, its value is called into question. If a firm can only survive by harming competitors, it should remove its sign.
A writer argues against tax resistance by 700 Henry County farmers who vowed not to pay taxes until troops left Cedar County and J W Lenker was freed. The piece asserts government powers are strong enough to compel payment and enforce compliance through force.
The Chronicle cites Rev. Paul De Koekkoek arguing modern education exhibits moral weakness due to the system, not parents. It notes that despite this, parents sometimes abandon duty to teachers and even parochial and Christian colleges are criticized for modernist influences, reflecting a shared critique of current schooling.
Joseph B. Exon of Boston argues that personal rights to drink are balanced by the rights of body and mind to proper treatment, will to self-control, spirit to aid others, children to safety, home finances, neighbors peace, society good judgment, employers standards, and even the bootlegger’s business. He appeals to law, Constitution, justice, and God to demand responsible conduct.
A column of humorous observations from Pella includes birthday chatter about Lester Liter turning 21, local chatter about barbers and prices, and satirical quips on politics and society. It notes a group of tramps, Luther College dropping foreign languages, and various local anecdotes including theater quips and fashion revivals.
Bus schedule notes departures from Pella to Des Moines at 9 31 a m and 2 31 p m. A separate line lists departures to Oakotonna at 9 84 a m 3 34 p m and 7 49 p m. Air buses leave Hotel Pella.
An advertisement offers 100 sheets of 8 by 11 inch good grade bond paper for 25 cents per pack. The item is described as typewriting paper and appears in the Pella Chronicle.
Dear Uncle Walt I write about the state library convention at Cedar Rapids with trustee Mrs Rhynsburger and 300 plus attendees. Highlights include Milton Lord of the Vatican cataloguing tale Carl Van Doren’s talk and Professor Thornton on American history. rail noise near the hotel disrupted sleep but the sessions were engaging and the author hopes to visit soon.
100 sheets typewriter paper offered at 25 cents per bundle in good bond paper grade. Size is 8 by 11 inches and available through the Chronicle Office.
A dentist in a Mississippi town fell into a fifty five foot well while cleaning it, and then again the same day. The incident inspired a local joke about doctors tending to the sick and leaving wells alone.
A Texas girl at the state teachers college has started a private laundry to help defray her college expenses. She notes that fellow students may be snobbish as she progresses, but emphasizes that honorable labor is valuable.
The city mourned Rev R R Sadler who died at his home after five weeks illness. Luke Van Maren a Pella resident was killed by a Rock Island train while crossing tracks at Washington street. Tom Salisbury a Knoxville coal hauler was held up at gunpoint and $11 taken. Henry McMains recovered from an operation and left the hospital. Gerrit Bocrefijn was recovering from infantile paralysis. Mrs Eva Vos wife of Frank Vos died in Wapello county at age 60. Dr H M Bruins spoke at the high school assembly on The Four-fold Personality.
Twenty years ago items from the Chonicle note J Hoogenakker left the Richland Clarion to edit and publish the Audubon Republican. The notice lists illnesses births weddings and deaths among local families, plus resignations and anniversaries in Leighton and Meppelink stores.
Des Moines to Keokuk trains 472 and 473 run daily except Sunday, with 472 eastbound and 473 westbound. Trains 474 and 475 operate Des Moines to Eldon and Des Moines to Albia respectively. Freight must be at station by evening prior. both locals carry passengers. Time table notes stops for Runnells Albia and beyond with limited intermediate destinations.
A farmers notice warns poultry owners of hidden worm infestations harming chickens, risking health and profits. It urges readers to request the Free Poultry Disease Book from the Farmers' Co-operative Store for guidance and prevention.
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