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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1939

Page

4

Welcomed Rev Vanden Berg And Family In Zeeland

The Second Reformed church of Zeeland bid farewell to Rev R J Vanden Berg and his family with a congregational reception and gifts including a floor lamp and electric mixer. The pastor preached on Parting Exhortations as they prepared to depart for Central Park and Hope College. Lois Vanden Berg will study at Central College in Pella while the congregation remains 195 families and 482 communicants with 300 in Sunday school.

Iceland Vanden Berg Zeeland Monda Central Park Albert Kronemeyer Nn Allison Se Hope College J. R. Dethmers Holkind Lois Pella Second Reformed Church of Vandenge W

Voice of the Public Editor Chroni

A public editor piece notes ordinary people on a bus trip discussing World War II topics. The observers relay conversations about Hitler Mussolini Austrian Czech Slovak support and how England and France should stay out and let Poles act. The tone is appreciative of the silent majority formed by those seemingly indifferent yet attuned to European tensions.

Chroni Hitler der Fuhrer Mussolini England France

Passages on Hitler evoke detached audiences and economic concerns

A reader and crowd discuss Hitler and the looming impact on America, touching on wealth distribution, farmers, and the prospect of U S involvement. The traveler contemplates personal affairs while the crowd pivots to observations about allies, enemies, and moral stances, revealing mixed attitudes toward the regime.

Fred Schultze Appointed Tariff Examiner in Washington

Knoxville reports the appointment of Neil Schultze, formerly deputy auditor for Gerald Baardekooper, as a tariff examiner in the Interstate Commerce Commission offices in Washington D C. Schultze had served as clerk for the state commerce commission in Knoxville before the move.

Knoxville Neil Schultze Gerald Baardekooper Interstate Commerce Convision Washington, D. C Commerce Comte Knox Mission Commission Knoxville Journal

Sioux County 4-H Boys Shine at South Fair

Mr and Mrs William Penning of Orange City took high honors in the Sioux County 4-H club show with the grand champion in the Angus division and grand champion in the purebred heifer class, plus reserve in Hereford. Wesley Borhade earned the grand champion in Hereford as 237 head were exhibited, a new record.

William Penning Orange City Wesley Borhade

Sioux County entries in Iowa State Fair buttermaker contest

The Farmers Coverage of Sioux Center reports TH Jensen manager has entered to choose the champion buttermaker of Iowa at the State Fair. Other Sioux county entrants include Rick Naaktgeboren W R Warrowsky and Bernie Si of Hull Sioux Center Ne erative Cream.

Covery Sioux Center TH. H. Jensen Iowa

Bank Nite Out ends in Knosville theatres

Mrs. S. Hoffman declared Bank Nite would be discontinued locally as a promotional stunt to draw crowds on slow nights. An attorney general ruling allows nearby observers to claim the money if they report promptly, but outside patrons largely benefited while insiders lost, the Knosville Journal reports.

S. Hoffman Bank Nite Knosville Jour

Farm Land Moving Again In Sioux Co

Real estate agent F. B. Schutz reports Sioux County farm sales. Marcus buyer John Berendes paid 15200 for the Yungbluth farm in Bri er township. John Steichen of Alton purchased the Frank Diederich estate near Granville for 16000. Gideon Lieb bought an improved 80acre tract southeast of Granville for 9300. Richard Holbach paid 18000 for an improved quarter near Granville, previously buying the Guadian estate nearby.

F. B. Schutz Granville John Berendes Marcus Brier Township John Steichen Alton Frank Diederich Gideon Lieb Near Archer Richard Holbach Holbach Alton Democrat

Can Sow Alfalfa And Sweet Clover Early This Month

central Iowa north seed alfalfa sweet clover after Sept 1 is risky says H D Hughes Iowa State College. Southern Iowa may succeed after mid September. Delays raise failure risk. Use firm seedbed, roll if possible, and avoid nurse crops. About 15 pounds of alfalfa seed per acre is typical.

Iowa H. D. Hughes Iowa State College Hughes

City Council Proceedings in Pella City Sept agenda

The Pella city council met in September with most members present except Kooyman. Minutes approved. Dutch Inn owner Bainbridge disposed of business and sought refund of cigarette license. refund of 56.25 approved. C J Wade granted permits to sell cigars and beer at the Dutch Inn 814 Main. Utilities reports indicate good facility order, new service connections, and various month end financials. City Treasurer reports month’s receipts 6,847.31, disbursements 8,289.01. balance carried forward. Attorney opinion finds city not liable for swimming pool accidents. report filed. Authorization to transfer funds for power account adjustment. refund of 18.42 authorized. Bills approved across multiple funds. payrolls and purchases listed. Adjourned.

Pella Or Malta Kooyman A.C. Bainbridge The Dutch Inn C.J. Wade Main Street Water and Sewer Supreme Court de Ion Onty Treasu Pella Foundry Co Salari Fire Dept

Time to plant tulips and peonies in fall or spring

Oskaloosa Herald advises planting three to five eye roots from vigorous three year stock. Wash packing material, soak roots, and dig two feet by one foot. Place eyes above two inches below ground, firm soil, water well, and mulch to prevent heaving. Transplant using perforated cans, remove mulch in spring, and trim blooms to boost root vitality.

Oskaloosa Herald

Time Now to Plan Pasture For Whole Year

Plan a year round pasture program with a full farming plan. Paul M. Burson of Town State College urges planning for late fall and early spring pastures and the rest of the season. If lime is needed spread it this fall. Fall pasture with sweet clover on sweet soil enhances fall grazing.

Paul M. Burson Town State College Burson

Pasture Seeding and Grazing Guidelines for Legumes and Grasses

Guidelines on grazing relief and seeding for clover, rye, Sudan grass, and mixtures. Include timing for reseeding and cautions against overgrazing, with notes on bloom prevention for red clover and rotation pastures for early productivity. Emphasizes using clover grass mixtures and timing for spring and summer pastures.

Hail in Iowa Assessors Question Farmers on Crop Damage

Iowa assessors query about hail damage on about 210000 farms for the prior season. Data compiled by the Weather Division, Iowa Department of Agriculture, cover sixteen years through 1938. Total hail loss in the state reached 3266778 dollars with crops at risk valued at 309925080 dollars. the peak loss was 7975686 dollars in 1925, largely from the August storm in the southeast.

Iowa Iowa Department of Agriculture

Hail Damage Across Iowa 16 Year Findings

A study of hail damage across 16 years shows total storm damage near 5 million dollars, with Sioux County suffering the highest yearly county damage in 1924. Northwest counties are most affected while south central areas show resistance. many townships reported no damage yet crops later recovered.

Poweshick Town Keokuk Washington Jefferson Henry Lee County Sioux County Washington County Northwest Towa Plymouth County Lucas County Des Moines Wayne Oskaloosa Herald

Hog Prices May Rise More Before Drop

Market reports indicate hog prices may climb further before easing. Analysts cite supply dynamics and seasonal demand as factors shaping the near term trend amid ongoing market fluctuations.

Hog Market Trends Hint Seasonal Price Decline Ahead

The Iowa State College Extension Service notes a drop in hog marketing, more light weight butcher hogs, and fewer sow reports. They forecast lower marketing and prices over the next 11 weeks before a spring pig crop increases supply, with demand unlikely to improve quickly, signaling a normal seasonal price decline.

Iowa State College

Want Ads at Carpenter's Drug Store Offer Low Prices

Want ads announce health items and products at Parke Davis and De Pree, promote Ohio Truss for ruptures, and feature a drop-canning pear price and a used scooter wheels listing. Names include Marion Van Gorp and Nick Braashart with the Columbus Street address.

Carpenter's Drug Store Nick Braashart Columbus Street

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