29 Sep 1932
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1932
Page
1
The piece contrasts the old unpainted schoolhouse overrun by weeds with modern upgraded buildings reached by paved roads. It notes better teachers, facilities, and equipment as children are educated more effectively. It cites a Creator’s command that man should not live alone and stresses growing cooperation across business, professional, industrial, political, and religious life.
The author questions the need for organized charity despite centuries of teachings on benevolence. He argues it is needed to efficiently distribute money, clothing, and food, and to mobilize resources, while asking why individuals do not directly donate without intermediary organizations.
The Chicago mayor instructed the city censorship board to limit showings of gangster films, a step praised as a start though criticized for not broader authority. The piece cites concerns about youth exposure and quotes instances where youths imitate film violence, urging quicker restraint on such cinema.
The Christian Science Monitor notes idle radio users returning, only to find a sharp drop in radio advertising. It argues advertising on radio is less effective than newspapers or magazines and can be costly, with listeners often bored by ads and switching stations.
Gov Franklin D Roosevelt spoke in Portland Missouri on public utilities arguing that US utilities earned 4 billion dollars last year and served 12 478 communities. He urged rate reductions and a halt to high profits, urging action to lower costs for consumers and curb utility control.
A historical critique arguing against two sets of morals for clergy and laity, men and women. It asserts sin is sin regardless of the speaker or sinner and condemns leaders who demand high conduct while followers fail to meet it. The piece notes ministers often impose stricter rules on others than themselves.
A columnist argues against gendered double standards in behavior and morality. The piece notes varying views on smoking and public conduct, cites a minister who would smoke for personal pleasure yet limits himself for social reasons, and calls for equal accountability. It advocates governing life by biblical standards and treating men and women equally.
In reaction to President Hoover and Maine election talks, editors recall Curtis’ Spencer Iowa remark about a farmer’s intelligence. They accuse Hoover of delaying action and claim increased drinking without proof. Wisconsin results show voters favor conservative, constructive leadership over radical change to steer the country.
Nick Meppelink notes Jake Van Wyk is a school teacher, though rural carriers act as his teachers and he lacks success. The writer recalls a 23 year old marriage proposal, elopement, and a stubborn father singing about stolen love. A silver anniversary looms, with a playful call for offerings. A dentist named Toothacre and a doctor named Payne are mentioned in Pleasant and Pella.
The Chronicle items list obituaries weddings births and small notices from 1912 and 1922 with brief mentions of L A Eysink age 66 death at 616 Washington after nine days illness wedding announcements for John W Eldredge Neva J Edmund son Wilton McCarthy Fae Lankelma and Lewis D Kruger Nellie R Alcott. Also Washtella Cigar Co at night to meet trade demand bakery upgrades at John Vander Ploeg and minor surgery for George Van Gorkum. Six day old Vander Heiden child died a daughter born to Rev William Beckering and aLicense issued to John P Van Rees Annie Van Gorp. Seventeen farms priced 75 to 180 per acre advertised.
Des Moines Valley division superintendent T. Ames was killed when his motor car was hit by a train between Knoxville and Harvey. Mrs. L. W. Hartley was injured trying to shield her son Melvin. A Ford car owned by Henry Brummell near Leighton was stolen and abandoned near the M. & St. L. stockyards. Ver Ploeg families held their first reunion at Redman grove near Leighton. Thomas B. Harvey found buried silver spoons along English Creek. Henry H. Bruinekool died at 53 after brain fever. Walter Nollen was building a new home west of town. Dave Thomas broke two bones at the freight depot while loading material.
Mrs. R. C. Vernon was painfully burned last Friday while attempting to open a clogged drain with lye. The caustic splash contacted her eye and face, but prompt medical care saved her eye and prevented permanent injury despite the extreme pain.
A 1842 quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln is cited to argue that defenders of liquor traffic have no defense. The piece notes many Americans advocate defending liquor, yet claim it cannot be stopped, framing the stance as ineffective against sale restrictions.
A Monroe dance hall scene last Saturday drew eye witness claims that the crowd danced wildly while a few old timers say the event was a big time. Reports state a young girl was kicked in the stomach and required a doctor, two fights led to a scalp wound, and questions arise about bootleg liquor supply.
Notice is given that the last will and testament of Adrianus Terlouw is on file with the Clerk of the District Court of Marion County Iowa. A hearing before the Clerk is set for October 11 1932 at Knoxville Iowa, where all interested persons may be heard.
A collection of humorous, loosely connected quips from Pella residents. Vignettes include a noon sighting of a dead animal on the sidewalk, jokes about elections in Knoxville and Sioux County, and light anecdotes about family, church, schooling, and local life. The items showcase playful regional humor and colorful local chatter without a single cohesive news event.
The piece argues England suffers a rising crime wave driven by youth crime and smash and grab raids, with a 300 percent rise in Greater London. It blames social factors and strict drink regulations, noting humor about culpability, and contrasts with American vets who link crime and poverty to prohibition.
A Baltimore fortune teller was fined 21.45 dollars after promising customers that prosperity would return soon. The remarks implied fraud, with the article noting that Dr. Julius Klein and Roger Babson avoided harsher penalties.
A user asked why prayers end with Amen rather than Awomen. Another person quipped it mirrors why hymns are sung and not hers. The exchange notes the linguistic tradition and playful mishearings without altering the wording.
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