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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1956

Page

6

Junior High P T A Meeting At Webster Building

The Junior High P T A gathered at Webster Building for a evening featuring a one act play Great Smokies by junior high students. Cast included Quentin Kuyper Deanna Dykstra Sharon Breen John Grandin Mary Dieleman Glenda Steenhoek Tom Hill Karen Wesselink and Ralph Klein. Parents reviewed Stanford Achievement Test results and compared with national and local medians while hostesses served a social hour. Local anniversaries and community notices followed including Mr and Mrs Guys Van Wyk celebrating their 85th wedding anniversary with family visits and a long list of relatives. The Van Wyk family history and civic roles were noted along with Legion Auxiliary activities and a bridal shower for Darlene Van Hal.

Webster Building Prole Quentin Kuyper Deanna Dykstra Sharon Breen John Grandin Mary Dieleman Glenda Steenhoek Tom Hill Karen Wesselink Ralph Klein Stanford Charles Pope Alfred Renaud Hospers Kuyper Robert Martin Lane ‘Meulpolder Schakel Myron Nollen Guys van Wyk Will van Wyk Gornie van Wyk Henry van Wyk Bert van Wyk Dave van Wyk John Braalma Gerrit de Hoedt Jim Ver Steegt Max Antle Ben Ver Steegt Henry Terlouw Rex Brush Gerrit Stouwie Marion van Wyk Joe van Wyk John W. van Wyk Dick van Wyk van Wyk Sully Sully Telephone Co Sully Cemetery Sally Co-op

VINKS CELEBRATE 30TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Gerrit and his wife marked their eightieth wedding date with a village gathering. Relatives and friends shared a tray lunch hosted by Alma Wright and others, with many attending from the De Vries and Vink families. Additional notices list meetings and events of local clubs and a February 11 wedding at the Beaning home in Oskaloosa.

Birth Announcement for Rouw Daughter in Oskaloosa

A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Albert Rouw at Mercy Hospital in Oskaloosa on Monday February 13.

Albert Rouw Mercy Hospital Oskaloosa

Obituary of John Leydens

John Leydens died at the University of Iowa hospital Wednesday morning February 15. He was 64. Funeral arrangements are pending with Cooperative Funeral Home handling the service.

John Leydens University of Iowa Hospital Cooperative Funeral Home

Kingma's Garage Used Cars and Auto Service Ad

Reminding readers that Kingma's Garage offers best buys in used cars at Pella area and complete automotive service including Dodge Plymouth and Chrysler vehicles from local dealer Kingma's.

Pella Dodge Plymouth Chrysler Kingma

Notice of Probate of Will Knoxville IA 1956

Notice is hereby given that there is now on file in Marion County Iowa the last will and testament of Jacob Vogelaar deceased. A hearing is set for 10 00 a m on the study of March 1956 before the Clerk of District Court at Knoxville Iowa to prove the instrument. Objections must be on file before the hour of hearing. Jack B Carpenter Clerk of District Court By Marian Flanders Deputy

Knoxville Iowa District Court For Marion County Jacob Vogelaar Sai Court Jack B. Carpenter Marian Flanders

In Memory of John E Vanderzyl A City Official

A City Council memorial honors John E Vanderzyl longtime treasurer described as well known and valued. Officials praise his prudent counsel and dedication to the city welfare while expressing deep regret at his loss.

John E. Vandersyl Ion Offiial

City Council Honors Deceased, Extends Sympathy to Family

The 3 February 1956 resolution from Pella City Council expresses deep sorrow for the loss of a valued community figure, extends heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, and requests publication of the resolution in The Pella Chronicle. Mayor T. H. Klein and City Clerk W. L. McNamar sign the document.

Haste oe taek our home Golden Wedding anniversary

Fragmentary reader message mentions a Golden Wedding anniversary for two named individuals. Lacks clear dates or full names. The readable portion signals a personal milestone and home setting without additional context.

He Hullerian Family Schedules Afternoon and Evening Visit

The text notes visiting hours from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM for Mr. and Mrs. He Hullerian. The fragment lacks context on location or event but indicates scheduled calls or visits during those periods.

He Hullerian

Card of Thanks for 26th Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Peter J Zwank express gratitude to friends neighbors and relatives for their help and for cards letters and gifts during their 26th wedding anniversary celebration.

Peter J. Zwank

Card of Thanks from Van Zee family in Citger

The family of Mr. Van Zee expresses heartfelt thanks for prayers visits and gifts shown during the illness and hospital stay. They acknowledge the support of relatives friends and the care given by Dr. P De Jong and Rev. Dick Vriesman at the Citger home.

Mr. van Zee P. ¥. de Jong Dick Vriesman

Program on liquor advertising over Sunday evening

A des Moines radio broadcast discusses liquor advertising with lawmakers. The program features speakers Bindley and Morris as February events are reviewed before House and Senate committees considering bills on liquor advertising.

Des Moines Bindley Ferries Washington House Senate Bam Morris

Thief SWaths Reported Across HUB and Poweshiek

A recent wave of thefts from HUB and Poweshiek counties left about 40 items stolen in a single evening. Police are investigating reports of cat thefts and related property losses amid widespread concern.

Poweshiek

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