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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1939
Page
5
Chairman urges broad backing for Tulip Time operetta to fund the festival and Historical Museum. Local cast, Central College Gymnasium, 1200 seats, general 3 cents plus 10 cents reserved. children under 13 admitted at 15 cents plus 10 cents. Advanced ticket sales planned. no concessions.
Last Friday at 2:30 a.m. a fire destroyed two Ep Roorda farm houses on Harvey road, occupants Clifford Van de Leest and his wife barely escaped with their lives. Sunday at 4:30 p.m. flames gutted a C Lynhorst farm house near Bell school on the Galesburg road. neighbors helped salvage belongings before it burned. A Vander Pol family home near Lynnville was reported destroyed over the weekend.
The Tulip Time program seeks about 50 women or girls to push the broom and 25 men or boys to carry water. Volunteers should submit their names to A. F. Tysseling or Verle Ver Dughl and indicate available days.
Mothers invited to enroll babies for the Tulip Time parade at Wilson's jewelry shop. Each baby must ride in a decorated vehicle in Dutch costume with a supervising mother or escort. To be eligible for parade participation on all three days, registrations must be in by May first.
The Senior Class presented The Milky Way to a full house last Thursday. The single gymnasium setting relied on principal actors with no music or props, yet the cast delivered natural, convincing performances. Coach Mr Birdsall receives commendation for guiding the production.
Residents are urged to list available rooms in Pella during Tulip Time. Mrs D Van Zante will coordinate listings to help visitors find overnight or weekly accommodations. Call to offer space.
J C Penney on air presents Adopted Daughter a daily radio drama about Jack and Jerry Jangles and their foster child Jennie. A doctor Roger Morrison and a wealthy daughter threaten the marriage while Jennie’s presence tests and teaches love and devotion. Airs weekdays at 10 15 am.
The Lautenbach & Verhout Agency reports a 35 percent cut in auto insurance costs with more liberal coverage. New features can be added to old policies on request. Lower farm loan rates of 4 percent also take effect per the same authority.
A large barn on the Neal De Prenger farm near Leighton Indiana burned early Monday. The owner said the loss includes 1,200 bushels of grain harnesses and a tractor though damage totals are not yet estimated.
Mr and Mrs C De Goey and children express heartfelt gratitude to neighbors and friends who aided after a house fire. They thank two unnamed gentlemen who first helped and supervised the recovery of belongings, plus the food helpers and others who gave aid.
Librarians and trustees from central district towns plan two sessions at the College Chapel on May 10 to discuss library problems and legislation. Delegates will include staff from 22 public libraries, 10 college and reference libraries, and 15 association libraries as meals are provided by the College Auxiliary.
Mrs Abe Dykstra fell in her room during the noon hour and broke her hip. Medical aid was summoned and she was taken by ambulance to Mercy hospital in Oskaloosa about mid afternoon. She formerly lived in Otley and moved to Pella about two years ago.
The house and garage of Guy Vander Pal were destroyed by fire Sunday afternoon. They were not at home when the blaze started. John Roorda first sighted the fire. All downstairs furniture and some clothing were saved. Upstairs furniture and canned fruit were lost. The Lynnville fire department responded to protect other buildings.
The Otley Christian Reformed church youth will stage a three act play titled An Old Fashioned Mother at the Otley Schoolhouse on Wednesday evening May 8 at 745. Free will offering. Refreshments to follow.
The Chicago Little Philharmonic Orchestra, with soloists and guest conductor Dr. Sorantin, presents a program of Offenbach, Hayden, Ravel, Stravinsky, Johann Strauss Jr., Brahms, and Rimsky Korsakov. The event is hosted by Central College on Tuesday evening May 2 at 7 30 at the High School Auditorium.
Music lovers of Pella will hear the Chicago Little Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Dr Evie Sorantin at the high school auditorium on Tuesday evening May 2. The ensemble presents intimate orchestral works from classic to contemporary European and American composers with rich tone coloring for a memorable concert.
Professors Evers and Liggett attended the Town Academy of Science at Ames last Friday and Saturday with stimulating papers and a well presented Philosophy of Science lecture. The Junior Academy pageant encouraged high school members to present projects and prizes. The Central College visitors met alumni Alfred Vander Ploeg Bill Rourke and Reese Schmidt and joined science banquets and luncheons, while noting Danish royalty visiting Iowa State College.
One of the earliest pi cure books, Pictured World, was issued in 1657 and attributed to John Amos Comenius. The work reflects early modern attempts at pictorial medical instruction.
The committee for the care of window display material and antiques asks public cooperation to improve this year’s Tulip Times display. George Van Gorkom Lewis Popma and Elbert Van Maanen serve on the committee and urge calls about display pieces, with George Van Gorkom the best contact due to work and up-town post.
Reverend J. Vander Ploeg and his family arrived in Pella this week and have settled in the parsonage. He met with the consistory and wives for a welcome, with a congregation reception planned at the church auditorium. Installation as pastor will occur Friday evening with Rev. Monsma and Rev. Griffioen delivering the service.
After the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Vande Leest burned, friends and neighbors stepped in to help the young couple restart life. Herman Zwank Arzie Durham Bert Verros and others organized aid by providing items to start housekeeping and comforted the Vander Leests.
Eligible aliens in Pella and Oskaloosa who have not used Federal Naturalization Service aid should contact Miss Mary Spencer to file applications. Second-papers eligible individuals may be summoned to file petitions in September. New evening classes planned in Pella and Oskaloosa in June and a first-time class in Eddyville. No charge for services. Office hours: Pella Webster school basement 10-11 am and 6:30-8:30 pm. Oskaloosa High School south door 10-11 am, 2-4 pm, plus April 29 and May 6 at 2 pm. Agriculture class, west door of high school, 7-9 pm on select Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Mrs. Sarah Ellis, State Home Demonstration Agent Leader, urges Marion County women to proceed with Achievement Day plans despite difficulties. Miss Johanna Fiene, Home Demonstration Agent, endorses focusing on strong points and talent to ensure a fine event.
Central College delegates Dr. Stuart and others attended Simpson College’s inauguration of President John Owen Gross on April 22. The ceremony featured Bishop Oxnam and Dr. Daniel Marsh. Gross urged expanding church related education to serve religious democratic society and future ministers.
Town residents invited to a big Townsend meeting to hear Mrs Katherine Collins speak on Monday May 1 at 7 30 pm in Legion Hall venue listed for the community gathering and civic engagement event.
About fifty Pella residents in Dutch costume invited Governor George Wilson to the Tulip Festival in Des Moines. He accepted and attended a reception at the Capitol steps and the Younker Tea Room entertainment, where he received a pair of wooden shoes and a giant garlic necklace.
On April 21 the Newton Chapter of Disabled Veterans held a musical contest to raise funds for a wheelchair for Dar win Senter of Newton who fractured a vertebra last summer swimming near Colfax. Esther Schreyer of Baxter saxophone solo won first, Algonda Van Wely of Monroe piano solo took second. prizes were 25 dollars and 15 dollars. On April 24 the Newton American Legion banquet named the winners as guests of honor with Clifford E. Gulette of Newton High School as a principal speaker and performances by Burt brothers Colfax Esther Schreyer Geraldine Husson and Van Wely.
All men of Pella and surrounding community interested in fishing and hunting are asked to attend a meeting at the Legion Hall next Tuesday evening at 7:30. Conservation Officer Dan Nichols will be there and in charge of proceedings, with several topics of interest to be discussed.
Dr. M. Kramer, M. D., states he has returned to Pella and will offer services at his residence located at 1100 North Main Street. He invites interested individuals to seek care at that address.
The Chronicle announces a Tulip Time souvenir issue for May 4 featuring festival pictures city views and historical stories of Pella and vicinity. Extra copies will be printed beyond regular supply at 10 cents each with orders encouraged by phone.
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