24 Aug 1977
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1977
Page
1
The paper explains its three fair coverage weeks across Knoxville, Oskaloosa, and Colfax, noting the effort involved and limited space. It invites readers to consult the Des Moines Register for complete results, while expressing affection for fairs and urging patience with photo and prize listings.
A summer intern praises Pella's welcoming, describes friendly townspeople and inclusion. The letter links patriotism to Christianity, citing Psalm 33 12 and recalling pre revolutionary era preachers who voiced scripture based liberty. Mrs A H Van Haaften signs.
In 1967 an architect's drawing for a proposed Marion county courthouse was shown and a $650000 bond issue planned for the fall. The slogan contest winner for Pella was Pella Firmly Founded Faces the Future submitted by Dr. Irwin Lubbers.
The Anaconda Copper Company promotes the World Museum of Mining in Summit Valley Butte Montana to showcase the rich mining history. Exhibits include hoists engines wagons and a recreated 1900 mining camp on Hell Roarin Gulch with replicas such as a Chinese laundry and assay office. The site spans about 35 acres with views over the Butte valley and the 1864 gold strike nearby.
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