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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1950
Page
3
Ten thousand attended the Open House as the Governor noted the proof of the pudding is in the eating. At the Milner farm the eating was good, with many conv cott salations planned and executed for the event.
In Washington Iowa an ordinance restricting fire parade riding was enforced after a booby trap bonfire lit to lure paraders. Fifty riders were picked up as trucks were dispatched and fined by Mayor G. E. Nace, totaling one dollar in costs each.
Community debate splits on flood control both small watershed conservation and large basin measures. Iowa Natural Resources Council study of the Des Moines River Valley may push combined methods. Despite wartime strains, continued planning for a Conservancy District and farmer cooperation is urged to achieve flood control and soil conservation.
Fi lling in a critical view, the article notes Rockwell Kent and Paul Robeson faced U S travel bans for alleged pro Soviet leanings during a Peace Partisans event in Moscow and a planned Prague art post. The piece accuses Communists of using such figures as temporary tools and questions why others, even more prominent, are kept free to critique America.
Demonstration by Iowa Conserva mission officers at Milner farm Open House on September 6 shows fishing methods. No fish in pond due to rough water and disappearance after stocking. U S Department of Interior and local authorities note it is unclear where fish go as bass and other stock were placed earlier in Keokuk County ponds.
Editorial snippets rail at traffic and politics while urging spiritual strength and unity. Walnut Bureau recalls Earl Caddock as a legendary wrestler and generous farmer, whose quiet life and final illness define a life of public service and perseverance.
William J. Bryan headlined the first Homecoming Old Settlers’ Day, speaking on Signs of the Times for nearly two hours amid city celebration. Ruth Porter wed Mark S. Wood in Des Moines with a Chicago honeymoon, while local affairs included rummage sales, business changes, and bootlegging fines.
Thirty years ago two men faced indictment in Town for selling stock in the Cold Tire Coin and failing to deliver after payment. Marion County farmers were urged by the County Agent to contact him promptly. Reverend H. J. Pietenpol installed at Utley Reformed Church with Rev. A. Bakker presiding and Rev. J. Ossewarde preaching. Rev. Douwstra gave the pastor's charge and Rev. H. M. Bruins addressed the congregation. John G. Woolley, famed temperance speaker, planned to address Pella on When Good Men Rule the World. Pella High beat Bussey 7-6 at home, Babe Visser noted for rooting for Bussey and a Central College alum. Pella population 3,338, Knoxville 3,523. both towns grew about 10% in the decade. Clyde Herring invited to address Pella Democrats but could not attend. Rev. J. E. Kyrbe and Harry De Rues spoke, with the Pella Band. Pella high school notes highlight high kicks in football. Julia Haymond Watson to present readings. A. J. Betten from Orange City attend funeral of Mrs. H. Bootsma. New greenhouse on North Main being stocked. canning plant finishing corn and starting pumpkins. Gerrit Van Roekel named Central College yellmaster with Nick Gosselin as lieutenant. Federated Club women met at Mrs. Paul Scholte to hear citizenship papers.
The Ver Steeg Brothers and Cole Drug Store offered apples in baskets at the car on the tracks. Y T Van Niewaal offered a $25 Standard Talking Machine to each customer spending $25 in his store to popularize Standard records. Buyers received a machine and agreed to buy ten double records at acceptance and five records monthly for three months.
Twenty years ago Des Moines to Keokuk promoters eyed a Custer Battlefield Highway spanning the nation with towns along the route pledging annual funds for five years. Des Moines merchants backed the plan while local people planned meat market business in Pelin. A Pella High win over New Sharon by a Goedhart field goal. Dykstra and teammates praised. Andrew Klyn and Charles Van Vliet to star in Take My Advice at the high school. Congressmen Dowell and Campbell spoke at the Ottumwa to Des Moines paved highway celebration in Monroe with four bands and rain. White Breast River dredging halted after a damaged diesel engine. nine miles dug. Local column notes, Otley drugstore closing, No U Turn signs spark fuss, Elias Rolenbrander soloed in a bi-plane, Kaloosa Central College bought portable bleachers, and Parsons Central football at Fairfield without a score or lineup. Model A Ford sedan priced at 600 dollars, factory price plus bumpers and spare tire.
Ten years ago on October 16 all men aged 21 to 35 in the United States were to register for the draft. The local Selective Service Board listed Marcus Stickle Knoxville John Price Melcher C H Gilson Knoxville Attorney C C Heer and Dr J J Sybenga Pella along with over thirty assistants pictured on the front page.
An Express column argues against dissolving the Red Oak Chamber of Commerce without broad support. It condemns apathy and urges stronger civic engagement, noting Red Oak's growth and the need for a proactive business voice. Proposes shorter meetings, strict time limits, monthly general sessions, and better preparation by directors.
Local students staged their first Sadie Hawkins Day with hillbilly flair. The Indianola vs Pella football game was planned for the afternoon. South Dakota fruit relief committee collected apples and pears from Pella Produce for shipment. Albert Rietveld’s 210 lb Berkshire pig won first at Pella’s barrow show, judged by Arie Schilder, Rietveld, and Lou Vining. Five Central High Homecoming Queen candidates were named. The Central Flying Dutchmen beat Simpson 13 to 7 in Indianola, while losing to Dubuque 13 to 0 last week. Masonic Lodge honored William A. Butt for 50 years of service. A large Republican advertising feature and a note on The Cleveland Plain Dealer backing Wendell Willkie appeared.
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