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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1964
Page
1
The Chronicle presents both sides on major issues as space permits and invites reader comment on anything published on these pages. All contributions are subject to the same requirements as staff writings and may be edited accordingly.
A letter argues deficit spending by the government is dishonest and unsustainable. It claims Congress acts like an individual in debt, pushing debt beyond current income, while voters fear tax rises. It urges direct taxation and living within income, warning of voter backlash against programs and taxation.
Senator Miller denounces the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 labeling it overloaded with make work. He cites the Job Corps costs, area development programs, and wide array of federal spending while advocating focus on jobs and education. He warns against labels and stresses private industry must provide future employment opportunities.
The text describes an island formed by the Missouri River cutting a channel through rural land, creating a 1500 acre island along the river. One other family resides there and commutes to Ft. Calhoun for work. Milo farms 600 acres of cleared land and plans to clear more when time allows.
The piece argues Marion County should appoint a new Zoning Commission before January to avoid further delays in approving a zoning ordinance. It notes the current commission’s term expired and the board’s inaction risks postponing needed planning while urging swift action by the Board of Supervisors. It contrasts local zoning debates with Saskatchewan election results and critiques compulsory medical insurance. It ends with an excerpt of General Douglas MacArthur’s prayer focusing on character and service.
Mrs Lee Van Gorp entertained neighbors and friends at a Tupperware party. Gwen Watson demonstrated. John E Ter Louw and wife took a ten day motor trip through Yellowstone and Glacier after visiting Canada with their uncle and aunt Simon and Mae Ter Louw. The Ter Louws serve Mor arch Alberta as lay. Norman Van Haaften of Des Moines visited Arle Van Haaften. Myron Oppenhuizen hosted John Oppenhuizen's friend Ron Zwank for dinner. Roger Dennis of Boone visited Ron Zwank in Pella. Phi Lambda Chi brother Mrs Peter Zwank attended Verna Crane’s funeral in Newton May 21. Mrs Crane was Marjorie Wheeler’s mother and Ariene Vander Wiel of Grand Rapids is her sister.
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