GOIN' FISHING Frank Vanden Berg retires after 67 years
Frank Vanden Berg of Pella retires at 81 after 67 years as a barber. Born in Pella, he started cutting hair at 14 and ran shops in town and nearby, selling his shop in 1955 and later operating a home-based stall. Health forced retirement due to a hip problem, with plans to fish and rest.
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University St
Pella
Vanden Berg
A. P. “Rocks” de Reus
Tulip City
Billy Boatsma
Bob van Ryswyk
Oskaloosa N
van Ryswyk
John Hollebrands
Martinge DeWit
Red
Chester
Henry J. Vanden Berg
Central College
Webster
Franklin
F. D. Vanden Berg
Arthri
Chronicle News
Lynnville boys receive God and Country awards
Dennis Evans and Douglas Terpstra, both 14, were awarded the God and Country Boy Scout Award at Lynnville Friends Church. The ceremony featured family, troop members, and a salute to flags. Melvin Mumm leads Troop 355 as scout master. In Denver, Airman Third Class Ronald J. Wichhart of Pella Iowa graduated with honors from Lowry AFB munitions training and will be assigned to a major Air Force command.
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Dennis Evans
Douglas Terpstra
God and Country Awards
Lynnville
Lynnville Friends Church
Ralph Evans
Arnold Terpstra
America
Dennis
Douglas
Dale White
Wayne Allman
Schuler
Melvin Mumm
Denver
Colo
Ronald J. Wichhart
Marion Wichhart
Pella
Iowa
U. S. Air Force
Lowry Afb
Cole
Wickhart
Air Force
U. S
Pella Political History Talk and Local Film Event Schedule
On Tuesday April 20 at 1:30 p.m. in the Student Union the Women’s Federated Club will host Robert P Swierenga presenting Pella Political History. On Thursday April 22 Interlingua shows The Mad Queen at 7:30 p.m. in the Cox Snow music center. Friday April 23 another Interlingua screening of The Mad Queen at 7:30 p.m. at Cox Snow. Saturday April 24 Alumni Banquet potluck at the high school lunchroom at 7:00 p.m. bring two covered dishes and table service. Thursday April 29 Jaycee White Elephant Sale at the Legion building 7:00 p.m. proceeds to Home for Aged elevator.
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Tues
Women’s Federated Club
Pella
Robert P. Swierenga
Interlingua
Cox-now Music Center
Cox- Snow Music Center
Jaycee
Legion Building
Home
Pella Jaycees Bring White Elephant Sale Thursday
The Pella Jaycees will hold a White Elephant sale in the Legion building Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Items have been collected and more donations are urged. Proceeds benefit the Pella Home for the Aged elevator fund to serve residents on upper floors and support the new Pella Manor facilities.
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Pella Jaycees
Legion
Gene Cop
Pella National Bank
Pella Home For the
Pella Manor
Iowa students compete in state high school forensics finals
More than 500 students from 70 Iowa high schools took part in the State finals of the Iowa High School Forensic League competition at the University of Iowa. Events included debate, expository speaking, radio and TV topics, original oratory, oral interpretation, student senate and student congress with four year scholarships awarded to top speakers and meritorious certificates to schools and individuals. Attendees from Pella Oskaloosa New Sharon and Knoxville are listed.
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Iowa City
Iowa
University of Iowa
U of I
University
Division of Extension and University Services
Pella
Harold Bruxvoort
Norman Rozeboom
Daryl Bruxvoort
Linda de Jong
Mary Ver Meer
James Vander Weele
Robert Rooy
New
Lorraine Mich
Lynn van Weelden
Mary Hull
Christina Swanson
Knoxville
Lawrence W. Paucett
Larry Hayes
Sue Andrews
Ken Stults
Chuck Whittenberg
Rick Huss
Sharon Griffin
Maureen Johnson
Area students on ISU Dean's list
In the recent winter quarter 747 Iowa State University students earned Dean's List honors for a 3.5 GPA or higher while carrying at least 15 credit hours. The list names 93 students from area towns with their majors and parent information.
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Ames
Iowa
Iowa State University
Lloyd Andre
College of Agriculture
George Town
College of Engineering
Helen le Baron
College of Home Economics
Chalmer Roy
College of Sciences and Humanities
George Christensen
College of Veterinary Medicine
Pella
Delores Dieleman
William D. Vos
Hazel
Knoxville
Larry J. Ellis
J. B. Ellis
Desmont
Roger T. Kovacic
Margery M. Bruce
E. S
Roger C. Murr
Edd Murr
New Sharon
Larry K. McMains
Donald McMain
Billy G. McKee
Billie H. McKee
Ast Ave. E
Michael C. Rich
Charles Rich
College Hill
Karen A. Tysseling
L. W. Tysseling
Robert H. van Zante
Raymond D. van Zante
Knoxville merger votes on district consolidation in 1965
The Elm Grove Rural School District of Washington Township voted on merging with Knoxville Community District. Elm Grove has not operated a school for several years. Merger becomes effective July 1, 1965. James Rowland is President and James Miller is Secretary. Election held at James Miller residence due to building sale years ago.
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Elm Grove
Washington Township
Knoxville
James Rowland
James Miller
Lynnville-Sully students earn honors at Hawkeye Science Fair
Lynnville-Sully high school students Saundra Wil Jemsen Kathy Gertsma and Alan Arthur with their science instructor Mrs Sharon Dooley traveled to Des Moines April 9 and 10 for the Hawkeye Science Fair Alan Arthur earned a Superior rating in astronomy Kathy Gertsma an Excellent rating in biology and Jemsen an honorable mention in biology The group represented D M L-S at the state event
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Lynnville
Sully High School Alumni Banquet Set for April 24
Sully High School hosts an alumni banquet potluck on Saturday April 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the high school lunchroom. Attendees should bring two covered dishes and their own table service. Rolls and coffee will be provided.
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Sully High School
High School
County Zoning Commercial District Details and Rules
The proposed Commercial District in Marion County allows uses from residential permits to retail and service establishments. It outlines hearings for boundary changes, required zoning certificates with a sliding fee schedule, front and rear yard requirements, and specific conditions for drive ins theaters animal facilities and recreation uses. Changes after adoption may occur, with public hearings and notices to nearby property owners.
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Chronicle
F.J.H
Marion County Extension
Marion County
Zoning Commission
Board of Supervisors
Beauticians win Puerto Rico trip from Zotos Company
Mrs Bernice Van Zee of Bernice's Beauty Shop in Pella and her operator Janet Kuyper plus salesman Bob Willison won an all expense paid Holiday in Puerto Rico Sweepstakes. They depart May 16 from New York to San Juan for a four day itinerary including Old San Juan, Calypso Steel Band, water sports, dining and entertainment at the Sheraton and Club La Concha, returning May 20.
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Bernicee van Zee
Bernice
Pella
Janet Kuyper
Bob Willison
Puerto Rico
Zotos Company
Willison
San Juan
New York
la Alhambra
Sheraton
Calypso Steel Band
Tion
la Concha
el Yunque Rain Forest
Loquillo Beach
Sheraton Hotel
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Den 5
Pella Scout Pack
Marvin de Zwarte
Pella Chronicle
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Tom Verhoog
Jim Ver
Jim van Houweling
Danny Houser
Ocean Terrace
New San Juan
Poolside
Marvin E. Boozeboom
Lackland Afb
Texas
Pella Community Hospital
Marion Vanden Baard
Bud Nazik
Mack McCartney
Bob Houser
Paul Bradigan
Ken de Wild
Red Cross
Harry Braashart, Jr
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