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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1936
Page
7
Mercury plunged to 22 degrees below zero marking the coldest spell in 24 years. Heavy snow and high winds paralyzed travel. few cars on the streets as residents stayed near fires. The forecast predicted continue bitter conditions with near zero temperatures.
John D. Wray, longtime Leighton Iowa resident for forty years, died December 31 1936 at his National City California home aged ninety two. He and wife Julia Phillips moved there in 1910. she died in 1926. Survived by six children all living in California who attended the funeral Frank P Davis Edward San Maria D D Guy Wray San Diego Delle M Allen and Mrs C R Rouch National City Oskaloosa papers please copy.
Leonard Eilers nephew of Mrs. Kate Beard conducts evangelistic meetings at the First Baptist church in Lafayette Colorado with the slogan Riding the Range For God. A former cowboy turned minister he has found notable success in his ministry and also helped shoot scenes for Zane Grey’s The Thundering Ford as one of the cameramen.
Miss Nora White deputy county superintendent states that the regular eighth grade examinations will be held on Thursday February 6. In the county 200 pupils will take the tests with 62 from Pella 95 from Knoxville. Other centers include Attica Melcher Swan Dallas Tracy Hivy Hamilton and Pleasantville.
The notice states Stanley Wood will be at the Marion County State Bank each Wednesday to handle income tax matters. Work approved and charges described as reasonable.
Ralph J. Ver Meer, son of Mr. and Mrs. B. H. Ver Meer, east of town, has joined the New Marion County State Bank of Pella as assistant cashier after completing banking and finance studies in Grand Rapids Michigan. Locals wish him success as the bank builds a courteous, efficient staff under President Kenneth Bean to provide top banking service.
Rev S J Bole concluded a weeklong series of chalk talks on science and prophecy at the Ames Baptist church on Friday evening. Attendees praised his biblical exposition and clear method, noting how he linked material truth to the spiritual world.
The Christian School society and the Parent-Teacher association of the Christian schools of this district hold a joint meeting Friday evening at the Second Christian Reformed church. Pell Rev. J. Wiedenaar of Peoria will be the principal speaker. The program will include numbers by the children.
County Treasurer Galvin’s office reports total automobile registrations to date at 2,241 versus 2,197 in the same period last year. The uptick suggests some residents have more cash on hand than a year ago.
The regular January county teachers examination will be held at Knoxville on January 29 30 and 31 the county superintendent of schools for Marion county advises.
L. A. SENTS the City Assessor invites residents to meet him Saturdays in the Marion County State Bank basement from 1 to 4 30 pm to discuss assessments and public concerns.
A photo from last Friday shows the Part Time Farm Shop Boys during a class at Lincoln grade school. The group will visit Ottumwa next Tuesday a tour by the Ottumwa Chamber of Commerce includes John Morrell packing plant and the Dane Manufacturing Co. The program meets twice weekly from 8 15 to 11 00 am and teaches farm management. It is part of the Pella High School agricultural department offering free farm management courses led by Dockendorf to rural students.
Six family home at Pershing burned to the ground Monday night. Louis Henry Six, seven, perished inside. Mrs Six and three other children sustained burns. Father away at coal mine. origin of fire unknown, no insurance. Coroner ruled no inquest. Family resided near Pella Knoxville area.
At Tuesday’s meeting the city council discussed an ordinance for lower electric rates but deferred action pending a full cost and operation review. Alderman Hoeksema and the electrical department were tasked with a thorough investigation and report at the first February meeting. Members agreed it would be unwise to raise rates after a cut is made without solid footing.
Local notice states Alonzo Ver Ploeg Assessor L P Twp will be at the Marion County State Bank Saturday afternoon for inquiries. Call ahead for meetings or questions.
Mrs. Sam Hartness, 80, died of suffocation after a fire on a Knoxville residence late Saturday night. Firemen found her in the home after responding to the blaze, which caused about 1500 dollars in loss. insurance covers the property. No inquest held. coroner ruled death by suffocation. Mrs Hartness was alone. she left three sons and several daughters.
January and February are designated as Costume Months for Tulip Time in May. Vella is to be a Dutch village and all residents must dress in Dutch costume for five days while continuing work. Families should plan costumes now and stores offer materials and low cost makers. Tulip bulbs are planted. weather is favorable for spring blooms. committees are preparing for a wonderful May event. Public appeal for cooperation from all ages and both genders to make Pella the most attractive place and attract crowds from other states.
Mrs Dena Vander Pol 80 of Franklin street died Tuesday morning after a brief illness. Funeral services were held Thursday at 2 15 pm at Second Reformed Church with Rev Jacob Prins officiating. Born in the Netherlands she came to the United States at age 12 and spent most of her life in this community. She ran a restaurant decades ago at the site of today’s Black’s Style Shop and later retired about 15 years ago. Her son James Vander Pol of Des Moines was mentioned in connection with the family. Oakwood Cemetery is the burial place.
Sunday night intruders pried open a garage lock and drove away a Hudson owned by George Ramsey and a Ford owned by John Ulrich. Both cars were recovered Monday on West First Street near nearby residences. No clue to suspects. likely acquainted with the business.
The Farmers' Night School was postponed last Friday because of bad weather and roads. The meeting will be held at a future date, with the regular session resuming this Friday at 7:80 PM. The topic is Soy Beans For Our Community, covering varieties, care and harvesting. Coffee and social time follow the lesson.
Marion County records show 114 sheep claims paid in 1935. The tally includes 170 head but notes fewer sheep were killed overall, with only two wolf bounties paid since County Auditor Jeanie Kooper took office in January.
An examination for the Postmaster position at Monroe was conducted last Saturday. The event featured examiner Klei cin and an orderly process, with candidates including Sam lay and others undergoing testing.
Local women gathered for a community program on Wednesday led by Mrs Nellis in Arkel and Mrs Cora Hagens. The event focused on local outreach and involved several participants from the area.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a person’s preference for the south end and a failing chance. Reading yields little clear context, but shows repeated fragments and names unlikely to form a coherent event or item.
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