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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1961
Page
3
A historical notice states that insertions for classified display ads are charged at 20 cents per line. The brief guidance covers formatting expectations and emphasizes consistent line pricing for each display block.
Mrs. Gertrude Mitten of 1218 Main Next sale April 22 at Indianola fairgrounds for household goods. Mrs. J C Mitten of 1218 North Main holds April 22 sale of household goods. R J McKinney estate near Reasnor hosts April 27 sale including farm equipment and household goods.
Ends of news print rolls offered at 1.00 each for covering tables. Plus 14 head and litter brood sows to begin farrowing this week at Peoria Stock Yards. contact Peoria MA 5-4352. Also best values in washers and dryers from Speed Queen dealer Van Zee Pump and Pipe.
Real estate list detailing near new three bedroom ranch with double garage, a near new two bedroom brick with double garage, four bedroom homes near First Church and Calvary Church, multiple 3-bedroom homes under construction, several building lots near town, with prices and acreages including 60 80 and 120 acres. Farms and farm to follow.
Lost stake body endgate for a truck dark green from De Jong Construction and Lumber. Also missing a 26 inch girls Schwinn bike ivory with lavender trim. Reward offered. Contact Dick Van Kalkeren at MA 8-4324.
Real estate sources show Vander Zyl Real Estate compiling city listings as buyers seek available properties. Agents report steady interest from investors and first time buyers amid fluctuating market activity.
Railway Express Agency Inc has asked the Iowa State Commerce Commission to approve operation as an interstate motor carrier between Knoxville and Pella in Marion County. A public hearing is set for May 12, 1961 at 10:00 a.m. in the Marion County Auditor’s office Knoxville Iowa. Dated April 10 1961.
Van Veen Van Hemert Post 89 meets Monday April 24 at 8 pm with a talk by Mr Paul Bradigan and Legion Auxiliary refreshments. Also a notice of hearing and advertisement for Fox BioS A budget and bids for a Primary Senior Building in Leviton Iowa with a bid opening May 6 1961 at 2:00 pm. Separate bids per classification required by the Board of Education Pell Community School District.
Expressions of gratitude from families thanking friends neighbors and clergy for flowers cards prayers and supportive deeds during bereavements including thanks to Rev Haverkamp and Mrs James Van Vark Jr for services and kindnesses.
A letter thanks friends and clergy for visits, prayers, cards, and help during illness at Pella Community Hospital and after an accident. Special mentions to Rev Muyskens Dr Evers nurses and aides. Also notes a farmer Jerry Ball near Indianola with a ewe producing four lambs in total including quadruplets and a set of triplets.
A workshop drawing table project suitable for handymen, adjustable from 30 to 36 inches with a linoleum top and a fir plywood surface. It uses modern adhesive tape for drawings, includes a stretcher for height adjustment and a foot rest, and requires only an electric saw and an orbital sander. Free Plan No DT201 available by writing to Thor Research Center, Marengo, Illinois.
The Student Council postponed the foreign exchange program for 1961-62 due to a residence rule technicality. Principal Jean Wilkins said the submitted family was not approved by the American Field Service because of distance from home to school, and the family must live within the city. The delay could end the current program as a resubmission would take about a month, likely making it impossible to raise the $650 fund needed.
Carolyn Van Dusseldorp was honored at a Friday April 7 bridal shower hosted at Mrs Len Gosse home with co hosts Mrs Albert De Bruin and Mrs Henry Gosselink. Lavender and yellow decor mirrored the bride colors while many Gosselink and Van Dusseldorp relatives attended. A note urged not to criticize the work of others.
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