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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1945
Page
7
A cablegram to Mr. Peter Heerema reports that Lieut. Fred Heerema of Company A Infantry received a Bronze Star for bravery. The message lists his rank as First Lieutenant and unit details in a concise wartime dispatch.
First Lieutenant Heerema, aiding a wounded scout near a German pillbox in Saarlautern-Ruden on 1 December, exposed to heavy fire, carried the man 60 yards to safety. His gallantry reflects credit on him and the military service. He entered military service from Town.
Lt Lester Vander Wilt 24 of Pelmbardier received the fourth Oak Leaf Cluster to his Air Medal at an Eighth Air Force Station England The award honors merit and achievement during bombing missions against Nazi industry and military targets in cooperation with Allied ground forces He is the son of Mrs Dena Vander Wilt of 1100 Lincoln Street and had been at Central College before joining the AAT in July 1942
Sioux Center News reports Lt John Wesselink arrived home with his family for a ten day visit this week. His wife Mrs Wesselink and Gertrude planned to join him in California after his arrival in the states, uncertain if time would permit. He wears a campaign ribbon and a star for the Battle of Leyte last November.
The 121st Naval Construction Battalion received a Presidential Citation for performing services in action beyond high standards. The act cited was the seizure of Saipan and Tinian from June 15 to August 1, 104. The citation was read February 25 at a ceremony with Marine and Navy officers. Seaman 2 Leslie Sadler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walker Sadler and former Chronicle photographer, is a member of the battalion.
PFC Marion Brower of 111 St. Pella Iowa serves with Gun Section No 5 Battery DP of the 689th AAA CAW Battalion in Europe. The crew fought near the Normandy front, capturing four prisoners, endured shells close to their pit, and supported bombing missions while maintaining their lines. Off duty they cook pancakes pop corn read comics and share a barber who sports a six inch mustache.
Staff Sergeant Gerald L. Vander Leest of the 126th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron was commended by the Ninth U S Army for meritorious service in Europe from July to December 1944. He led with strong assault gun knowledge, trained his unit in England, and helped his troop and platoon perform effectively.
The text praises a soldier who consistently carries out missions with energy and enthusiasm. He often acts as an observer for his unit, directing effective fire despite personal risk. In the absence of his platoon leader, he maintains command of the platoon in a superior manner.
1st Lt. Howard B. Grandman of Pella Iowa, pilot with Air Transport Command India China Division, received an Oak Leaf Cluster to the Air Medal after 150 hours of combat transport flight on the perilous Hump routes between October 5, 1944 and November 14, 1944. The award honors his mission over treacherous mountains and demanding instrument flying in hostile weather.
John IL Vandenberg of Colorado Springs Colorado. Raymond E Robus PhM based in Oakland California. Raymond New Co USNTS Great Lakes Illinois. Pfe William Van Hulzen Tort with 15 Regt 16 Dan Howze. Alonzo Ver Plog Btry D 5R2 AAA AW Bn Fort Bliss Texas.
A World War II era verse from Corp. M. K. Lynda in The Gibrafter laments blank mail as a greater burden than heat, sand, or hunger, highlighting letters unsent to troops. The clipping also notes an acre of sudan grass yields pasture for two cows and cites National Safety Council data that two of three bicyclists hurt in crashes were violating traffic laws.
Women with nurse aide certificates or six months training in nursing schools may enlist in the Womens Army Corps for direct assignment to Army general hospitals. They will not need prior attendance at a Medical Department Enlisted Technicians School. Secretary Stimson praised Red Cross support as WAC medical assistants urged rapid recruitment to bring hospital units to full strength.
Maj. Gen. Ulio cites Red Cross nurse aide program and WAC recruitments as speeding hospital staffing. He notes certificate from Red Cross Nurse Aide course substitutes for Medical Department Enlisted Technicians training, enabling direct hospital duty after basic training. Eligible graduates may be assigned to specific Army general hospitals.
Certified seed potatoes should be tied if possible to the stock. The handiest method is dipping seed pieces in Semesan Bel before planting. Weight of the seed piece matters more than eye count. Use 192 to a deep coverage and fill soil as shoots grow.
Iowa State College releases a bulletin titled Training Young Fruit Trees prepared by H E Nichols of the Department of Horticulture. The guide, with illustrations, explains early training and pruning to improve orchard success in the first six years. Copies available via Farm Bureau or by mailing Pamphlet 102 to the Agricultural Extension Service at Ames.
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