Fetus Not Human Being Says Senator Hill Opposes Ruling
Dr. Peter Van Zante of Pella Iowa argues in a letter that science shows the fetus lacks consciousness and a soul, challenging Senator Eugene M Hill's stance against the abortion decision. He cites Albrecht Peiper and Frederick Gibbs to claim brain activity and life begin at conception, not birth.
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Eugene M. Hill
Pella Chronicle
Supreme Court
Albrecht Peiper
Frederick Gibbs
Senator Hill
Peter van Zante
M.D. Pella
Iowa
Welcome to Pella editor writes of new start and hospitality
A new editor of the Pella Chronicle extols the town’s welcome and quality, praising parks schools and the Dutch heritage. He recalls hospitality from locals during his first week and notes friendly connections with two ex-Pellans coaching nearby. He invites readers to send letters to the Editor at 739 Franklin Street.
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Pella
The
Chronicle
Adam
Sioux Center
Iowa
Fort Madison
Slykhuis
Chamber of Commerce
Franklin Street
Taxpayers oppose constitutional amendment for self restricted sessions
Letter to the Editor argues against H.R. 3 proposing Iowa legislature call itself into a special session. It warns of higher taxes, extra pay for legislators, and a flood of wasteful bills. Voters urged to contact State Senators, urging rejection of the amendment.
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Iowa
House
Senate
Nixon
State House
Des Moines
Concerned Taxpayer Association of
Wapello County
Eric Braman
Ottumwa
Grateful note on Edwin's police apprehension and care
The statement thanks local police officers Tony Bokhoven and Frank Vander Weil, Dr. Van Zee, and authorities for Edwin's apprehension and coherent state. Edwin is receiving corrective treatment at the Iowa University Hospitals Iowa City. No mail or visitors will be honored for an extended period as prayers are asked for Edwin and concerns over drugs and drinking affecting youths in schools and workplaces.
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Tony Bokhoven
Frank Vander Weil
Dr. van Zee
Edwin
Iowa University
Iowa City
Letter to the Editor Attacks Governor Ray Balks at Budget Facts
A reader criticizes Iowa Senator Hill for a partisan column attacking Governor Ray. The letter defends the budget moves, citing 72.6 percent of the budget returning to local communities, 28 cents of every dollar to schools, and proposed revenue sharing. It argues the governor seeks real property tax relief for the elderly and to end ADC financing via local property taxes. The writer urges fair reporting and highlights omitted budget details.
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Iowa
State Capitol
Ray
Hill
Pella Christian Climbs to Conference and Sectional Titles
A 1966-67 photo captures Pella Christian High School boys basketball under coach Dick Vander Laan. The Eagles went 10-0 in Chiquaqua Conference play, 16-3 overall, and captured the Sectional crown. Guy De Haan and Archie Vander Hart earned All-Conference First Team honors. Vander Hart scored 397 points with an average of 20.9 per game, while Vander Laan marked his 100th win that year after eight seasons. De Haan later joined the faculty. Vander Laan remains coach.
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Pella Christian High School
Dick Vander Laan
Chiquaqua
Guy de Haan
Archie Vander Hart
Vander Laan
Terry Veldhouse
Jim Vander Weel
Dennis
Carl Boat
Pella Christian
Bob Borgman
Gene Vande Lune
Chamber Communique Recognizes Banquet and Outreach Efforts
The Chamber commends the Agriculture Committee for the Farmer Merchant Banquet on February 12 with speaker Paul Dunlap of Hawkeye Bancorporation. Merchants and farmers discussed converting $34 hogs into merchandise via Pella stores and planned future meetings and promotions, while warnings about event conflicts and media coordination were offered.
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Jerry Leahy
Max Hoeksema
Cletus Mosbach
John H. Vermeer
Paul Dunlap
Hawkeye Bancorporation
Des Moines
Iowa
Pella
Pella Christian Boys eye 18th win at Adel on home court
After a week off the Pella Christian boys seek 18 straight wins by facing Adel on their home court. Local notes highlight Community events from Renaud Farm Service Customer Appreciation Day with prize winners to shop openings and community milestones.
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Pella Christian
Adel
Pella
Renaud Farm
North Main
Wilbur Rempe
Clarence den Adel
Leighton
John W. Veenstra
Neal de Ronde
Lloyd Brand
Sully
Gerrit B. Renaud
Elmer Dykstra
Mark Renaud
Otley
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IRS
H & R Block
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Dean Arkema
Alan Brouwer
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Ken Arkema
Walter van Wyngarden
Bernie Menninga
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Wilbur Nikkel
Marvin Lanser
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Clarence Nikkel
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Ruth Koopman
West End
Richard “Babe” Tysseling
Navy
Chapel Hill
North Carolina
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Hugo Kuyper
Legion
Floyd Gamble
Garden Square
C.H. Vander Meulen
Washington Street
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Wheeler
Marion County
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