Local News From Nearby Towns And Rural Communities
News items from surrounding towns include visits by Mrs TW Wisezelaars and Mrs Honey Herwele to Minneapolis to visit relatives, a Navy service for Hubert Richmond, and funeral services for Tawreyee Crane 46 after a truck train collision near the city. Also reported are births, weddings, furloughs, and local social notes among residents of Pella, Des Moines, and Monroe, with mentions of area families and events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TW. Wisezelaars
Honey Herwele
Minneapolis
Minn
DC Kuehnaid
Charence Uranitt
Herwebe
Hubert Richmond
Navy
Clyde Lavineston
Tawreyee Crane
Henry Kaldenberg
Nellie
Gradas Vriezelaur
Pella
Wallace Oise
Chikee
Towa
Nancy Kay
Erma van Zante
John Vian Zante
Frank Tilboel
M. Tibboel
Tibbeel
Burton
R. E. Burton
John Prunty
Prunty
Monroe High School
Oversall
Pronty
Monroe High
Birthday Party Honors Rev D Fhetstra Sixtieth
Vourpeise hosted a birthday celebration for Rev D Fhetstra turning sixty with light refreshments. Genree Frits returned home from convalescing in the hospital. Several locals visited relatives and pupils from a dependent school enjoyed an afternoon of games and a treasure hunt with prize winners Joe K Beumel Donna Joy Den Berger and Larry Easton. Geral Versteve left for New York City to join her husband training with Pan American Airways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Fhetstra
Con de Trenger
Wmi
Mattie
Ottumwa
Efordhisa
Sally
Sally and Jimnny
Lidwest
Jee Litteen
Mere
Dafne
Jiminy
Cordon
Milky Watt
Theenth
Amdensith
Denpe
Phos
Joe K. Beumel
Donna Joy den Berger
Larry Easton
Ainient
Geral Versteve
New York City
Wher
Pan American Airways
Ladies Aid and Society gather for regular meeting in Leighton
Eight members attended the Leighton Ladies Aid and Pores Society meeting Thursday afternoon. Devotions were led by Mr Herne, with mission study by Mrs J A Van Zw assisted by Mrs Ale Rempe and Mrs C Van Heukelem. Yearly programs were handed out and group leaders chosen. Will Tysseling was a visitor. Refreshments were served. Additional local visits and furloughs noted, with several families hosting guests and attending events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camp’ Forest
Tenn
D. Flietstra
Don de Prenger
Durk Beintema
Oskaloosa
Tony Ten
Eddyville
Ben’ Sedrel
Bussey
Jesse Mattix
Heleny Sedrel
Herman Meppelink
Local residents visit relatives and neighbors Sunday
Mary Vinulen Berg notes many gatherings as Mr. and Mrs. Gysbert Van Enselenbournd Betty Dean visit parental Arch Vander ent home. Harold Fisk and Larry spend Sunday evening at the John Vanden Ber home. Glen, little son of Lane Dune, injured finger. treated by the doctor. Des Moines and Grinnell visitors various family homes with multiple Newton calls and travels among Vander Leest, Vander Werff, and Van Zante families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Vinulen Berg
Gysbert van Enselenbournd
Betty Dean
Arch Vander Ent
Harold Fisk
Larry
John Vanden Bere
Glen
Little Son
Lane Dune
Iitten
Ane
Ducor
John Vanden Bers
Merbrock
Tuec
Fifield News social notes and community gathering
Harriet Van Zee visited Mrs. C J Kuiken and Rose on Monday. Otley visitors included Mr and Mrs Arthur De Raad and Mrs Harold Vander Vol in Des Moines Tuesday. Eugene De Raad spent the day with grandmother Mrs Jess De Raad. Arthur Van Zee and family drove to Leighton Tuesday to fetch chicks. Marion Verwers Joss and Leonard Verwers were in Des Moines at Veterans Hospital for a week long illness. Community Club met Friday at White Breast school with games and visiting. lunch hosted by Mrs Andrew Kuiper and Mrs Kuiken. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Harry Van Wyke and Bernard, Mr and Mrs William Verwers and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose Kuiken
Harriet van Zee
C.J. Kuiken
Rose
Arthur de Raad
Harold Vander Vol
Otley
Des Moines
Eugene de Raad
Jess de Raad
Arthur van Zee
Leighton
Marion Vernsham Verwers
Joss
Bernard
William Verwers
Funeral notices and social gathering at Kuiken home
Community members attend a funeral for Peter Grortieboem of New Shiven, killed in an accident. A monthly Home Project Club meeting at A. Kuiken's home followed with guests including Mrs. Mss and children, Mrs. Porkey and Charlotte, and many others from Pella Otley and surrounding areas. Albert Van Zee was absent from school due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Verwers
Iwona
Henry den Dover
Porky
Gerrit Kisnand
John Vanden Berg
Bryan
Hede Childre
and Kuiper
Kuikensand
Mele Hitman
Wilkins
Pella
A. Kuiken
Kuiken
Rose
Leonard Schippers
M S
He Vanden Dever
Porkey
Charlotte
Gerrit’ Klyn’ and Son
John Vanden
Philips
Nd Losso
CG. V den Berg
Leonard. Schippe
Phyllis Joan
Meinders
Connie June
Gradus Klein
Otley
Albert van Zee
Easter notices and visits fill Tracy community life
Good Friday services were held in the Christian Reformed Church with Rev. Pikaart in charge and a call extended to Rev. J R Van Dyke of Ireton. Community members hosted and visited relatives in Iowa City and Leighton, marking anniversaries, family gatherings, and a class play titled The Nutt Family with seniors preparing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pikaart
J. R. van Dyke
Ireton
Abe Rempe
Wile Jnr
Allen
Velma de Pronger
Leighton
Henry Vande Kieft
Eldert Groenendy
Benndy
Elde
Iowa City
Celebr
Werdinge Annivers
Groenendyk
Eddie
Tavellsothy
Maurice
Dick Groenendyk
Elmer
Mary de Jong
Elbert Groenendyk
William Groenendyk
Barbara
Albert Nikkel
Marion Roozeboom
Pete Roozeboom
Alice
John
Marie Beckhuizen
Merlin Roorda
Jean
John D. Vande Kieft
Marie Jon
Henrietta
Janet
Hery Wassink
Henry Veenstrom Kelderman
Hoksberge
Ben Groenendyk
Bennie
Nellie
Gilbert
Janet Beckhuizen
Eldert Groenend
Nellie Ant Groenendyk
Ben
Summit News Easter Hunt and Local Visits Report
Summit School pupils enjoyed an Easter Hunt on Friday. Jean Vriezelaar, employed in Minneapolis, visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Gradus Vriezelaar and returned to duties Tuesday. Various residents, including Mr. and Mrs. Gerrit Vander Wal, H W Vriezelaar, Clarence Bricker, and Norma Jean, visited relatives or hosted gatherings. Several Easter parties were held by Otley teachers and communities, and Mrs. John Van Bentum moved to her son-in-law’s home. Erms Roorda was seriously ill last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H.W. Vriezelaar
Summit School
Jean Vriezelaar
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Gradus Vriezelaar
Jean
Gerrit Vander Wal
Dick Vander Werf
H. W. Vriezelaar
Pella
Nellie
Gradys Vriezelaar
Clarence Bricker
Norma Jean
Gerrit van Waardhuizen
Robert Baker
Monroe
Neal Heemstra
Mildred Gosselink
Walter van Doorninck
Mary
Coralee Vriezelaar
Doris Lee
Otley
C. Klein
Clifford de Jong
Oskaloosa
Elmer Vogelaar
Tulip Time preparations and local notes in town musings
A fragmentary town column celebrates tulips and Easter weather, hopes for a beautiful display, and urges participation in Tulip Time events. It recalls fashion, local quirks, and a parade of small town anecdotes including family news and nearby activities.
Community notes from Maple Lake area highlight gatherings
Maple Lake Minn residents share news of a kitchen shower for Miss Tentiettia Pheyvernan, visits among families including the Vander and Grays, and church services in Reformed church. Local health, schooling, and farm duties appear along with Easter vacation planning and a birthday party for Joe Vanden Bers.
Social News from Marion County and Otley Events
Community pages recount social visits among Vr Westerveld and Vander Place families, Warrick elected president and directors of Marion Co. Dare Breeders. United Service Women of Otley announce a 3 Act Play The Mystery of the M with Irene Hawk directing at Otley schoolhouse April 20 21. Local dinners, visits and relatives from Des Moines Santa Barbara Camp Roberts and Pella noted through weekend gatherings and church activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Warrick
Marion Co. Dare Breeders Associacy
Vander Place
Warrick
Helen Dykstra
Port Dodge
Buster Simday
Mre
le A
Dykstra
Little Daurhte
Thinnis
United Service Women of
Otley
Irene Hawk
de Moines
Moss
Nettie Vriezelaar
Maria Moss
Marjorie Vanden Baard
Judith Atkins
Ruth Vriezelaar
Ann Bradley
Loretta Stiernemann Hulda
Lucille Buwalda
Rose Lawn
Jamiin Enyart
Kathryn Tremayne
Marjorie van Hemert
Miss Pruden
Florence Enyart
Miss Carney
Kathryn Vriezelar
Otley School
Local Notes On Operations And Visits In Sully Area
Sully News reports Miss Lizzie Arkema had surgery at University Hospital Iowa City last Monday. Seaman First Class Geurt Van Sant and Elmo Briggs Jr. returned home Friday on a 15 day Farragut Idaho furlough. Sunday dinner guests included Louis Renaud Bondurant and Milo and Beverly Renaud Des Moines. Mrs Alexander Vander Pol had surgery at Skiff Memorial Newton on Saturday April 1. Mr and Mrs Jake Elscott and Ruby visited Arlo Elscott home Pella Tuesday. Miss Vera Van Langen stayed with C Van Langen Kamrar Thursday to Sunday. Miss Johanna Struik had appendicitis surgery at Mahaska Oska Loosa Tuesday. She works as cook Sully Cafe. Mr and Mrs Marion Dieleman and children along with Mr and Mrs Rey Bandstra and daughter were Sunday…
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Buitenwerf
Jake
M Ph Carlson Ronnie
Des Moines
Doe
Hal Newton
Conn
Santa Bark
Marvin Haceritec
Pred Willeinsen
Henry
Delmar Vander Pol
Will Veldhuiwil Mas
Clarence
Georgia Bellewer
A. T. Gifford
Lynnville
Wayne Wildman
KB. Boat
Gordon
C. By Welle Joan
Jay
Stanley Woods
Newton
Lyle Brand
Brand
Ternoon
L. Renaud
Rald Lamphier
Bab Scott
Bon Kampen
Edward Conn
C. Terlouw
Fred Sears
Will Lanser Jry
Lola Kay
Sundner
Parenta Red
Parenta Red de Jane Home,s Thursdaying In Colt Home
Nd “Ars
Ward "Willian
Ronnie
Joe Baurda
Bob Pvt. Gifford
Camp Roberts
California
Connie Brand
Minnie Vander Pol
Marie Brand
Delmar Shultz
Pella
Duane Brand
Merlyn Vander Leest
Dairy Grove
Tida Lou Mol
Jasper Co
Arletin Terlouw
Lizzie Arkema
University Hospital
Iowa City
Geurt van Sant
Elmo Briggs Jr
Farragut
Idaho
C. L. Renaud
Louis Renaud
Bondurant
Milo Renaud
Beverly
Alexander Vander Pol
Skiff Memorial Hospital
Jake Elscott
Ruby
Arlo Elscott
Vera van Langen
C. van Langen
Kamrar
Iowa
Johanna Struik
Mahaska Hospital
Oskaloosa
Sully Cafe
Marion Dieleman
Rey Bandatra
Cordova News Highlights Local Moves and Family News
Cordova residents send relatives to Norfolk and Chicago while local families report illnesses moved homes and farm work. Summit Township considers tax equalization with Monroe Senior ehness presenting plays. Weather delays field work and a string of community notes covers health visits, new babies, job changes, and relocations across Cordova and nearby farms.
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Monroe News
Leighton News
Rose Hill News
Fifield News
Pee
Flou
Monster’s Jack Sprat Store
P Boeke, Ey
Piysettemt
van Gorp Hatchery
Tracy News
Summit News
Robert de Wild
van Wert
Fia
Ion
Granny Pietenpol
Wyoming
Mone
God
Franklin D
Washington
Kageland
England
Wy Falls
Neston
Sta Dee Moines
Mee
Davoh A. Boot
al Deanchter
Skil Memorial Hospital
Herman de Penning
Meg
Due Baltver
Sins Johari Straik
Amt
Mr van Maanen
Ealier
Maple Lake, Minn
Chait
Tentiettia Pheyvernan
Mi Vlarwerman
Leonid Vander
Cloud
Helen
Florence Vandengan
Vardervon
Robert Grays
Henry Mol
Herman Grays
Frances Physgerman
Henry Plasiserman
Jane Roxhens
Henry Dykhuizen
Richard
Janice
Robert
Henry Dykhuizen Sr
Silver Creek
Heir Dykhuizen
Reynold Klemz
Loretta
Gloria
Doris Ann
Joanne
Dane Rozen
Andrew Sebut
Dane
Merna
Arlene
Rick Rozenberge
Dane Raaenbers
Any
Sietaet
Wrijeht
Martin
Topher
Johnunder
Burt Steher
Wilma P
Choesele
Shepling
Walter Peagerson
Nel
Achonk
Mahaska
Vic
Frank
Gerald Dieleman
Klyn Tivmie
Gerald
Sam
Renhen Lawabla
Myr
Dabn Ruwalda
Ert Rist
Ovr
Ue Karr
Harry de
Bonnie Lou
Roy Karr
Harold
Herman de Heer
Herschel Wing
Kate
Karl
Joe Vanden Bers
Blanche Templeton
Mary ‘Templeton
Martha
Nellis
Charlene de Moss
Charles Dee Moes
Red Rock
Charley de Moss Jr
Fineish
Harry de Hoon
Herman de Teer
Sully News
Cordova
Lite
Ray" Clark
Norman Kare
Otleyach
Ehness
Bertha Ruckiman
Veulah Pearson
Harry de Heer
Wanda Clark
Joe Clark
Billy Core
Donald Balmer
Robert Hunning
Donald
Huff Mikesell
Marty de Heer
Roff
Maytap
Western Union ‘Telegraph Co
Ruby Gilchrist
Chicago
Roland Reed
Ray
Philip Clark
Clark Farm
Buzz” Slykhuis
Boucher Farm
Slough
Woody Fisher
Pete van Hemert
Clyde Karr
Ora Balmer
Grandma Jones
Amos
Farmers
Scharing Garage
Harrod
J. H. Shinn Hatchery
Zokoro
Lasschuit’s Grocery
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