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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1956

Page

13

Editorial Philosophy of the Register and Tribune

David Kruidenier spoke at Central College on January 19 about the paper’s editorial philosophy dating to 1902 and Harvey Ingham. He outlined three commandments emphasizing impartial news, forceful editorial opinion on the page, and presenting diverse views to help readers judge wisely.

Register and Tribune Avid Kruidenier Central College Harvey Ingtham Register and Leader Ingham Iowa Reses Kruidenier

Compliments Paid to John Vander Linden in Sunray Magazine

A Sunray Company magazine feature lauds John W. Vander Linden of Pella operator of the D X service station on South Main Street. It praises a spotless rest room, courteous service, and long standing patronage, noting his 33 years in the oil business and his early practice of windshield washing and tire testing. The piece cites a 27 year regular customer and highlights the station home’s sturdy 14 inch thick walls and neat grounds.

John W. Vander Linden Pella South Main Street Sunray Company Magazine Des Moines Nellie Moser Vander Linden John

Sailfish Catch Stuns West Des Moines Angler

Harlan Selby of West Des Moines fished off Florida waters and scored three sailfish in six hours on his maiden deep sea trip. He achieved a notable first effort with a strong start to offshore fishing.

Harlan Selby West Des Moines Florida

Monroe Invitational Music Festival Set For February Event

The Sixth Annual Monroe Invitational Music Festival will take place in the Monroe gymnasium on February 28 at 7:45 p.m. Fourteen nearby schools will join a massed chorus of 250 voices, a 200-piece select band, and the Newton Orchestra under Frank Piersol, Robert Pearson, and Burton. Expect 750 to 1000 attendees with admissions 60 cents for adults and 30 cents for students.

Monroe Pearson New York Michigan Eugene Ormandy Leopold Stokowski Charles Munch Bruno Walter Mississippi Kentucky R. J. Hebel Marie Beh Loraine Webber

Aliens Reminded They Must Register Before February 1

D. J. Shipma of the Immigration and Naturalization Service in Omaha urges aliens in Iowa and Nebraska to file annual address reports at a post office or INS office during January. Guardians may file for those under 14 or under custodial care. willful noncompliance can bring fines or deportation.

D. J. Shipma Immigration and Naturalization Service Omaha Nebraska Iowa Post Office Immigration Service Office Shipma United Nations

12305 Christmas Cards Returned For Indian Mission

Miss Bette Brunsting announced 12 305 was the final tabulation of religious Christmas cards turned in by Pella residents in Alpha Psi Omega drive. Cards will be sorted packed and sent to Miss Wilma Mansen for use at the Sherman Mission School in South India. Brunsting praised churches women’s clubs and the Pella Chronicle for help.

Bette Brunsting Alpha Psi Omega Pella Alpha Psi Wilma Mansen Sherman Mission South India Bette Pella Chronicle

Lake Prairie Two Leads Bureau Membership Drive

The Marion County Farm Bureau kickoff meeting was held Tuesday January 17 at the memorial hall in Knoxville. Dan Murphy of the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation spoke as the drive started with 964 paid memberships. Lake Prairie Township led with 126 paid, Red Rock Township 819 percent of its quota, and the county is 63 percent of a 1626 quota.

Marion County Farm Bureau Memorial Hall Knoxville Dan Murphy Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Lake Prairie Township Frank de Jong Gerald de Penning Red Rock Township

Small Iowa Mills Boost Forestry and Farm Lumber

Richard Campbell of Iowa State College says high quality timber in Iowa supports a strong forestry program, especially in the east. Sawmill operators provide the market and facilities farmers need, but must produce quality material efficiently. The forestry extension service has run district meetings for eight years to help operators improve lumber quality and mill efficiency.

Iowa Richard Campbell Iowa State College Campbell Iowa State Colege Forestry Extension Service

Distribution of commodities for February at Attica towns

On February 2 commodities will be given to Attica Bussey Hamilton Marysville Pershing and Tracy. On February 7 distribution will cover Knoxville Otley Percy Pleasantville and Swan. Pickup at 216 South Third Street from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Anyone may send an authorized representative by presenting the recipient’s ID. Current beneficiaries need no new application. others should apply at the Welfare Office in the Court House before distribution. Items available include butter lard powdered milk cheese rice and beans. Flour and corn meal hoped in time for distribution.

Attica Bussey Hamilton Marysville Pershing Tracy Knoxville Otley Percy Pleasantville Swan South Third Street Court House

Surplus Food Distribution Planned in Knoxville Dates

The Marion County Department of Social Welfare will distribute surplus commodities for February and March early in February. To ensure good service, a schedule is set. On Wednesday February 1, the towns served are Columbia Dallas Melcher Pella and Harvey.

Marion County Department of Social Welfare Columbia Dallas Melcher Pella Harvey

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David Kruidenier John Vander Linden Sunray Magazine Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce Mission In India Lake Prairie Two Ring OF Bologna Oliver Day Oliver Gehl van Zee Implement Ed Meinders General Insurance Washington Blue Schibbout Tire Shop
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