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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1939
Page
3
A Marchesquely worded editorial tone discusses neutrality in international affairs, civic action, and leadership. It cites a Chicago Tribune editor's travel observations, notes highway courtesy issues, and praises farm youth in Civilian Conservation Corps programs while stressing practical, science-based farming and education for Marion County.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer disputes Fritz Kahn’s claim of destroying Bund membership lists as unbusinesslike and notes the propaganda value of political gestures. The piece contrasts the German American Bund issue with concerns about American neutrality, citing Washington on foreign influence and the danger of entangling alliances, while reflecting on aging Americans and faith as a stabilizing force.
The Ackley World Journal laments excessive car horn use, arguing it distracts drivers and can trigger crashes. It condemns unneeded honking as unwise, noting accidents and injuries from improper signaling and urging prudent use only when circumstances truly demand it.
A nostalgic look back at Pella events from 10 20 and 30 years ago highlights local milestones. Memories surface of community gatherings school activity and notable residents shaping the town’s character over time.
In Sept 1909 the town council approved incorporation with 31 votes, seven against, and expected election of officers. A new school was planned. Prof Martha Firth returned to teach at Central University. Frost impacted northern areas but sermons remained strong. Lake Prairie District Fair announced for Sept 28 to Oct 1 near Pella. Real estate offered 7,000 acres near Pella at 36 to 90 per acre. City discussed revoking licenses for three saloons. petition tabled. New science instructor De. Geo. He Reeney joined Central University as football coach. Local notices warned licensing for hunting and new laws. Fire incident aboard a Chicago to Milwaukee boat caused no injuries.
Twenty years ago residents from Pella drove to Des Moines on Saturday to hear President Wilson speak. A local baseball game on Easter Sunday saw New Sharon beat Prairie City 6 to 4 in twelve innings. Prairie City then defeated Polls 10 to 4, and New Sharon beat Bussey 4 to ?. A canning plant in Pella stood idle for several days due to a sugar shortage.
Corn initially spoilt then replanted yielded a large crop with plenty saved after Saturday night work at the Altoona factory. Leighton churches joined a community celebration for returning soldiers with the Pella Band. Local markets showed hogs 14.50 to 17.50 per cwt, wheat 1.75 to 2.05 a bushel, eggs 36c a dozen. De Reus and Van Zante formed a law partnership. Van Zante led Legion Post 89 and attended the state Legion meeting in Des Moines. Theodore Roosevelt Jr spoke at the event. Van Zante named alternate to national meeting in Minneapolis for Armistice anniversary. Desiccated ground cracks endanger a farmer’s nine cattle, unlocatable after the incident.
Ten years back in Pella, the Chronicle notes a gala fall opening with new styles and fabrics. Other items report missing license plates tied to a bandit car near Blommers mill, local politics on Rev. Jacobs, paving updates from Oskaloosa to Ottumwa, a large Awtry family reunion, and upcoming district B Y P U events. Unemployment in Pella rises with applications passing 100 and 65 waiting.
A crowded note of social visits and reunions at Edmundson Park Oskaloosa detailing greetings among residents and relatives from Grand Rapids Peoria Des Moines Kellogg Monroe Leighton Minnesota and California. Families including the Dykens Vander Linden De Hoedt and Van Dyk share events with Mrs. Van Ryanyk and Mrs. Vander Wert as well as the 20th wedding anniversary of Henry and Mary Den Hartog.
Montezuma town officials continue plans for a municipal electric plant after Judge Siezers in Newton denied Power & Light’s mandamus to force a second election on a 25 year franchise renewal. The ruling notes voters previously approved city plant plans and contracts totaling about 1300000 were awarded to the Famantes Mom firm, despite prior suits.
Survey efforts target oil prospects in the Creston area. Farmers and locals are urged to participate and share information with promoters amid ongoing exploration moves and reports of well activity in the county.
Seismographic surveys use sensitive instruments called seismographs to study underground movements that may indicate petroleum deposits. C. C. Stark of the Tinos company in the Cheston area says records are clear but not yet promising and cautions that final results are not expected before mid September or early October.
Charles James and Pete McCombs of Marysville are the champion rattlesnake killers of 1939. While searching an old mine west of Marysville for flat sheets to build a new chute, they uncovered a dozen rattlesnakes beneath a flat sheet. The crowded den reportedly contained a large family of rattlers. The Knoxville Express Drag continues in the mine.
Oskaloosa pool finished a modest annual gain despite a ten week season hampered by cool weather. Attendance dipped late, yet strong management and the efforts of Mr and Mrs Dawhiert kept operations stable. The park commission credited a capable manager and noted a potential year end balance near $200 as they prepare to relocate instructors to Amesson Town State College.
Prairie City prepares for dial telephone service as Northwestern Bell plans to place the new system in operation Saturday Sept. 9. Manager YE Peterson says central office equipment is nearly installed and dial phones will be ready in homes and businesses.
Fudge Gavberson of Libtey will preside when the September term of court opens next Parsday at Orange City. Next week Friday, September 8, will be naturalization day when the petitions of 31 aliens for citizenship will be acted upon. Applicants who will be present with their witnesses at the naturalization day proceedings begin at 9 am.
Rock Valley celebrated the dedication of its new high school last Friday night before a crowded gathering. Principal address delivered by Mike Jessie M and a short talk by Senator ins. Attendees included John Haupt of the Town High School Athletic Association and Roel Valley Board member Steve Vander Well. Music provided by the Rock Valley High School choir. Local officials praised the project as long-needed and a sign of county progress. Sioux Center
The board of supervisors funds a county bridge across the Rock River near Hawarden using WPA labor. Steel priced at 31 250 and weight 83 400 pounds will be purchased for the project. Sioux Center reports.
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