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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1940

Page

7

Van Gilst Rozenboom wedding at Olaloosa church

A detailed society notice from Olaloosa records the August 1 ceremony at the Christian Reformed Church with Rev J J Pikaart officiating. The event featured palm decor, gowns of lace and satin, bridesmaid ensembles, bouquets of red roses, music selections, 160 guests, and a wedding trip to the Ozarks before settling in Grand Rapids.

Honor Johanna Rozenboom el Wa Groenendyk Wom Geraldine Rozenboom Garrett Rozenboom Jeanette Rozenboom Peter van Gilst Cedar George Rozenboom Wright Licey High School Central College At Pell Calvin College Grand Rapids Michigan Ozarks Missouri Oskiloosa

Jellied Soups as a Gay Note for Summer Meals

A lively note extols jellied soups as refreshing summer starters. It describes canned varieties like condensed consommé and Printanier, suggests serving them with hot mains, and offers garnish ideas with parsley chervil tarragon and cucumber.

Van Engelenhoven Family Reunion Held Near Otley

Tuesday afternoon members of the Van Enelenhoven families gathered for their annual reunion at the farm home of Mr and Mrs Singa near Otley. Attendees enjoyed visiting a hearty picnic supper together.

Leo Kiser Henry Rempe Louis Vander Molen Gerrit Vander Molen Virgil Dunton Jake Eeling Charles van Vark Harry van Vark Henry Nieuwsma John van Vark Cecil George Marcia van Vark Chester Kiser Margaret Kiser Edna van Wyk Paul James John Harold Glen Carroll Johanna Lydia Renaud Lloyd Kiser Leo L. Kiser Averst van Enelenhoven Mr. and Singa Otley

Vogelaar Anniversary Camp celebration near river

On August sixth the first anniversary of Mr and Mrs Vogelaar were honored with sixteen guests at their riverside camp. A steak fry and social hour accompanied the celebration.

Vogelaar

East Amsterdam services and gospel tent meetings announced

Rev N G Gordon preaches at East Amsterdam school August 11 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Everyone welcome. Gospel tent at Pella continues with blessing as harvest nears and salvation is urged. First Chr Ref Church Pastor John Vander Ploeg conducts 2:00 p.m. preaching titled Our Eternal King with Dutch text Turning the Other Text Matt 6 38 39.

East Amsterdam N. G. Gordon Pella John Vander Ploeg

Sunday Services at Second Reformed and Baptist Churches

Rev Marion Nollen guest minister at Second Reformed Church with Sunday School at 9 30 and morning worship at 10 45 themed The Place of Prayer in Christian Life. Baptist Church led by Rev P J Christensen offers 9 30 church school 10 45 morning worship and 7 30 evening service with themes What Meanest Thou O Sleeper and The Meaning of Spirituality inviting new community members.

Martin Monsma Michigan Second Reformed Church Marion Nollen Baptist Church P. J. Christensen

Reformed Churches Schedule and Radio Sermonette

Sunday services at First Second and Third Reformed Churches list morning worship Holland services and evening praise with pastors Rev A Haverkamp Rev G Menning and Rev M Monsma. A radio sermonette by Rev H Tracy will air next Saturday at 10 30 Des Moines on station KSO.

Rev. H Tracy KSO Des Moines

Obituary of Mrs Arnold Beekhuizen of Tracy

Mrs Arnold Beekhuizen, 47, of a farm two miles west of Tracy, died at Mercy Hospital Oskaloosa at 3:30 AM August 1 after several weeks illness. Survived by husband and six children. Funeral at home August 3 at 1:00 PM and at Tracy Christian Reformed Church at 1:80 PM. Burial in Bethel cemetery.

Arnold Beekhuizen Tracy Mercy Hospital Oskaloosa Beekhuizen Holand Satuay Tracy Christian Reformed Church Bethel Cemetery

Obituary: Johanna Katherine Vander Linden Schmidt

Johanna Katherine Vander Linden Schmidt, a relative of the Vander Linden and Rietveld families, was born March 17. The notice notes she is of interest to many Pella residents.

Pella Vander Linden Rietveld Johanna Katherine Vander Linden Schmidt

Funeral for Mrs Vander Linden in St Louis Missouri

In St Louis Missouri at Lutheran hospital on July 28 1940 the daughter of the late Jane Vander Linden died. She later wed Frank Schmidt on October 6 and their children Ruth d ost Myrtle nile Florence Hol Frank and Milford survived. Also surviving are two sisters Mrs J Alverson and Mrs de Williams. Services were at the Evangelical church in Louis on Saturday July 11 80 PM with burial at Lawn Cemetery. Pallbearers honored eight members and two ladies provided hymns What a Friend Move in Jesus and Rock of Ages. Mr and Mrs Chaunce Mathes of Pella attended the funeral.

St. Louis Missouri Lutheran Hospital Jane Vander Linden Frank Schmidt Ruth Dost Myrtle Nile Florence “Hol Frank Milford J. Alverson de Williams Ublet Evangelical Church Louis Jesus Chuence Mathes Pella

John H. Reuvers Dies at Home on August 7

John H. Reuvers died at his home on Wednesday August 7 at 2 00 PM after a three year illness and recent decline. He would have turned 81 on February 28, 1940. Funeral arrangements were pending word from his son Ancel, with full obituary details to appear in the August 15 issue.

John H. Reuvers Mr. Reuvers Ancel

Farm Home Near Killduff Burns In Fire

Kilduff Iowa fire of undetermined origin destroys a two story nine room farmhouse on the Raymond Fleck farm southwest of Killduff. Tenants Mr and Mrs Richard Vander Werf, and their two year old daughter Junyee, were alone when fire discovered around midnight. The blaze started in the wash house adjacent to the home and neighbors removed all ground floor furniture.

Kilduff Raymond Fleck Killduff Richard Vander Werf Vander Werff Junyee Vander W

Fire destroys basement contents report limited by insurance

A basement fire damaged a residence with clothing and fruit stored inside. Firefighters found the upper floors dry, hindering a full damage assessment. Neighbors could not verify the total loss. insurance will determine coverage. Local record indicates moderate damage and a slow investigation ongoing.

Jasper Co

Best State Fair Debuts With 250 Acres Of Exhibits

Expositions announce final details for a vast Iowa fair with TV showcase, 1 900 livestock animals, 885000 in prizes, a farm boys and girls club show, a state championship contest offering 20000, and major exhibits across farming, livestock, crafts, and culture. The event runs Friday August 28 to Sunday August 30, expecting over 100000 visitors from the Midwest.

Towa Exposi Tioials. TV Farm Bureau Department of Culture Lowa Midwest

Expect Good Duck Hunting This Autumn

Washington reports from the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the American Wildlife Institute say migratory waterfowl have better nesting conditions in Canada. Birds returned to breeding grounds in larger numbers and in stronger condition, signaling a banner hunting season this fall despite earlier drought fears.

Washington D. C Canada US Bish and Wildlife Service American Wildlife Institute Prairie Provinces

Ducks and rain boost nesting in Prairie provinces report

A report to Frederick C. Lincoln details heavy rains after the first week of June easing drought in Prairie provinces. Nesting areas are improving with more duck fledglings expected, though some lost ducks due to excess water. Delta Manitoba reports small uptick in canvasbacks and others while mallards and teals decline. Nesting conditions improve though water levels remain below normal.

Linda Frederick C. Lincoln Fish and Wild Service Prairie Sai Delta Manitoba The American Wildlife Inestitute Canada

Cliff Dwellings Draw Tourists to Mesa Verde Park

Renewed and widespread interest focuses on the Mesa Verde National Park cliff dwellings in Colorado. Local Rock Island Railroad representatives cite discoveries in nearby canyons and note the site features multi story stone and sun dried brick homes built under overhanging cliffs. The canyon region spans about fifteen miles long and eight miles wide with over twenty preserved communities found so far. Most dwellings are accessible to visitors under escort.

Mesa Verde National Park Colorado Rock Island Railroad

Preservation guides lead tours through canyon articles

Ranger guides lead visitors through canyon corridors with many discoveries preserved in a Mesa Verde Park museum. The island tours originate in Chicago and connect with Colorado Springs or Denver scenic routes, highlighting historic articles unearthed during the exploration.

Mesa Verde Park Chicajo Colorado Springs Denver

Fresh Bread and Cakes Delight the Family at Home

The aroma of freshly baked bread and coffee cakes excites the family as cooks share quick treats. Two yeast breads are featured Apple Coffee Cake with no kneading and Rolled Cinnamon Loaf great toasted or with fruit salad. Also easy crullers and sugar doughnuts prepared in a paper bag with cinnamon sugar coating. Spare crusts are repurposed for dressings croquettes and patties.

Charity Is Not Dead at Monticello Softball Game

Monticello fans acted as Good Samaritans after a fast infield throw hit Cedar Rapids spectator Mrs. J. R. Beyer during Eddy Paper Company’s game. She suffered a cut lower eyelid and fainted. fans raised $6.20 to buy her a replacement hat.

Monticello J. R. Beyer Cedar Rapids Eddy Paper Company Franklin

Long Time Couple Celebrates 64th Anniversary in Gowrie

Mr. and Mrs. Abe Evans marked their 64th wedding anniversary last week after settling in Gowrie following their marriage. Sunnyside Beauty Shop enjoys strong summer business and invites patrons with reasonable prices. No specials, appointment by phone, consultation free and confidential.

Abe Evans Gowrie Sunnyside Beauty Shop

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