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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1935
Page
7
An Ames Extension summary discusses limestone use to improve soil quality. It notes practical applications for farmers, potential cost considerations, and benefits to crop yields in local fields.
Mrs. Paul Scholte hosted a Wednesday afternoon gathering for Mrs. Fay McCarthy of Annapolis, with two tables and refreshments. The Ladies Reading Circle met with Mrs. Adelaide Sybenga, led by Mrs. A. B. Van Houweling. Fortnightly Club members planned readings with Mrs. Geo. Ver Sonton assisting, plus a luncheon at Mrs. J. G. Boat’s. Mrs. Scholte spoke on art and piano selections by Emily Kuyper and Joan Kuyper.
A miscellaneous shower for Miss Cornelian Kellan was hosted by Mrs. Vander Horst and Mrs. Ald Vriezlaar at Gerald Vriezelaar’s home on Wednesday evening October 9. Fifty guests attended enjoying games and a dessert served by the hostesses.
The church program lists Rev Gordon to preach at East Amsterdam School Sunda Det at 2 PM. Morning Worship topics include Where Is Christ Now and The Gospel of Certainty for this Age of Doubt. Junior and Intermediate Christian Endeavor groups meet. Evening Worship features Now I Know What Heart and other sermons. Weekday activities include Young People's Bible Class and Mid-Week Prayer and Praise with the Jeremiah study. Holy Sacraments at 0 P.M. and Miraculous Suppers noted.
Thursday evening services led by Lester Boat and Vanderveer with Sunday school and morning worship at Third Reformed Church. Evening program includes an “Oveners” meeting and a 10 45 talk on law, faith, and the curse, plus a special service inviting discussion on the Devil’s chains and biblical prophecy. Gov Allred not attending Stacey preview seen as publicity stunt.
County agent Walter Brown urges fall liming as the best path to correct soil acidity before seeding. He advises soil testing next spring, applying limestone where needed, and notes lime benefits on yields and soil health.
The article explains a 1930s wheat adjustment program as an insurance measure for farmers. It cites South Dakota and Nebraska payments and cash income from wheat, noting the contrast between payments and actual yields during drought years. Payments were tied to past production and contracts, offsetting crop damage from drought, floods, insects, and other perils.
A sweeping indictment of the state liquor commission is cited in the temperance board report, noting scandals involving defendants and references to orders and conduct at religious conferences. The document criticizes officials and warns against improper traffic contact, underscoring concerns from the Northwest Town Methodist conference.
The heiress Barbara Hutton is profiled in a Danish magazine interview in Koben havnerdin noting a monotonous voice with fine emphasis and pouting lips, described as centuated. the piece characterizes her appearance and demeanor in a stylized cultural portrait.
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