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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1953

Page

2

Society honored on 40th wedding anniversary

Mr and Mrs Jacob Grootveld of Fremont Iowa celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a surprise gathering Tuesday November 24. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Andrew Klyn Mr and Mrs Dick Hagen Wm J Vande Voort and many more relatives and friends who presented a keepsake gift in memory of the occasion.

Jacob Grootveld Fremont Iowa Andrew Klyn Dick Hagen Wm. J. Vande Voort Abe Vander Beek Wm. Grootveld Gerrit Steenhoek Robert Ver Ploeg Marion de Zwarte Harris Vande Noord Grinnall Wm. Dav F Waterloo Ralph Nd Henry Grootveld John Breuklander Feltives

Ver Meer Veldhuizen Wedding at Pella Home

Lavender and yellow chrysanthums and candelabra decor graced the Ver Meer home as Martha Ver Meer wed Henry Veldhuizen in a 7:30 p m ceremony performed by Rev D Q Kolenbrander Congratulations to the couple who will reside in Pella after a short wedding trip The reception featured a three tier cake and lavender and green theme A large local gathering joined in the celebration including family and friends from Oska loosa New Sharon and nearby towns.

Edward Ver Meer Polla Martha Henry Veldhuizen J. W. Veldhuizen Oskaloosa D. Q., Kolenbrander the Ride Peter van Zante Elizabeth Rus Ednabel Ver Meer Barbara Ver Meer Brenda Glenda Ver Meer Wayne Veldhuizen Paul Rolenbrander Aletha Kolenbrander Loren Vander Wert Marsha Jansen Jim Overbergen Mattie Jansen Bertha Jansen L. Rus Bert Nibbelink Veldhuizen Pella Christian High School

Thanksgiving and Farewell Party at Van Wyk Home

A combined Thanksgiving dinner and gift exchange was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Van Wyk. Gifts were given to the Arthur Vander Pol family as they move to California due to their son's rheumatic fever. Attendees included Walter Vander Zyly Karen, Howard and Evalena Olivier, Mrs. Robert Baarda, Henry M. Van Wyk and family, Arthur Vander Pol and family, Martin Van Wyk and family, Fred Groot and family, and Lester Huyser and family.

Henry J. van Wyk Arthur Vander Pol California Walter Vander Zyly Karen Howard Evalena Olivier Robert Baarda Henry M. van Wyk

Visschers Honored on Silver Anniversary

Eighty friends and relatives gathered in the Baptist church parlors Sunday afternoon to celebrate Walter and Faye Visscher’s silver wedding anniversary. The event featured a guest book, gifts, music, a skit about “Twenty-five Years Ago,” and prayers.

Baptist Church Walter Faye Visscher J. B. van Hemert Zelma Rysdam J. H. van Houwelingen Edward H. Vos Bonnie Vos Mary Lou Ten Hagen Hattie van Cleave Dave Thomas William Grootveld John Hoogenakker Bill Kilpatrick Henry Cox Rev. Wildin Georgianne Ten Hagen Henrietta Vanden Deever Virgil Ten Hagen William Wallace Robert Wallace Frank van Veen Dana de Heer

Artist Downey Demonstrates Watercolor Mirrors in Pella

Oskaloosa artist Oney Downey to demonstrate in Pella before Christmas. He will use a display window at the Pella Dress Club as his studio painting landscapes and wildlife on mirrors 16 to 20 inches. Downey plans sessions Monday and Tuesday on December 7, 14, 15, 21, and 22, inviting observers to watch and discuss techniques.

Oney Oskaloosa Pella Downey

Church Notes at First Reformed Church

Anthony Haverkamp presides at Douwstra Chapel Central College with schedule including Sunday School at 9 30 Morning worship at 10 45 and Evening praise at 7 30 Also programs for Junior Intermediate and Senior Christian Endeavor and Tuesday prayer and praise service Pastoral and church activities listed with times and locations daily church life noted

Anthony Haverkamp Douwstra Central College Asib Christian Endeavor

Bible School and Lord's Supper at 10:30 a.m.

George T. Pinches leads Bible school at 10 30 a m with Lord's Supper and Word of God emphasis. Local event details indicate church service times and spiritual instruction structured for Sunday observance by attendees.

Eorge T. Pinches the Bible School

Evening time series events fill church schedule

The Gospel service and Time series events are listed with talk titles such as The Overthrow of Civil Power and The Wonder of Divine Grace. Other items include The Dawn and Development of Civilization and Fourtreas in Courte of Time series. The schedule notes concerts at 7 30 p m on Thursday December 3rd.

the Gospel Service

Church Activities Highlight Morning Worship and Youth Service

The Church of the Open Bible hosts an 11:00 a.m. morning worship with a sermon from the pastor and communion. The Overcomer's youth meet at 7:30 p.m. for an evangelistic service featuring old fashioned gospel singing, special numbers, and a blend of scripture readings.

Overcomer Word of God

Church Evening Schedule Promptly Arranged

A church announces weekly meetings including Monday 7 30 pm choir practice Wednesday 7 45 pm prayer and Bible study and Friday evening prayer meeting at the church with ongoing scheduling for members.

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Catholic Church Mass Schedule Sunday at 9 AM

The Catholic Church holds mass every Sunday morning at nine o'clock, inviting parishioners to attend. Regular attendees are reminded to arrive a few minutes early for seating and readings.

First Church Service Times and Pastor Names

The fragment lists church times and pastors including Rev F M Huizenga at 9 80 a m and Rev R Graves of Cedar with Sunday School at 0 a m and a 7 30 pm service.

F. M. Huizenga R. Graves

Trinity Reform Church Sunday Schedule at Pella High

The Trinity Reformed Church lists services at Pella High School Auditorium. Morning worship begins at 9 30 a.m. with Sunday School at 11 00 a.m. The schedule highlights church activities for the day.

Pella High School

Reverend De Jong to Speak at Hull Town Service

The Rev Wm De Jong of Hull Town will be guest minister at the evening service in Hull Town tonight 6:30 p.m. The event features the Junior C. choir performing prior to the sermon.

Third Reformed Church Service Schedule and Welcome

Russell J. Redeker, minister leads Sunday morning services at 9 30 and 11 00 with Christian Stewardship No 1 and Sunday School. Evening service at 7 30 features The Book of Hope. A cordial welcome is extended to all to share in any part or all of the services.

Russell J. Redeker Christian Stewardship C. E Book of Hope Third Church

Temple Time Event Aimed At All Ages In Community

A church event titled Temple Time promises instruction and inspiration for both young and old. Organizers, including community groups, host Family Night on a Wednesday evening with a focus on shared learning and fellowship.

Temple Time Churchmoran Will Bee

Pella Baptist Church Sunday Schedule Announced

Rollin V Wildin leads services at Pella Baptist Church with Sunday School at 9, Morning Worship at 10:15, Lord's Supper observed, and all believers welcome. Junior BYF at 6, Junior High and Senior High BYF at 6, evening vies at 7:30.

Rollin V. Wildin Fane Ios

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