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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1949
Page
8
Campaign launches August 5 to raise funds for cancer control. The drive seeks broad community support and emphasizes continued efforts to combat cancer through outreach and donations.
The Central Chemistry Department recognizes Dr. Liggett for long service and upcoming achievements as it marks substantial changes. Wooster Obie College and the University of Denver figures are noted among the leaders, with ongoing graduate work and planned continued research guiding future academic growth.
Volunteers of America Tag Day is set for Saturday with Mayor T H Yie authorizing efforts on streets where youth solicit. At 2 a.m. the volunteers will meet leader Mr Phillis Hasselmia at City Hall for instruction and receive awards potential.
The Galesburg Gun Club invites neighbors to a shooting event north of the city on Thursday night July 28 at 7 30 p m. The notice promises an enjoyable evening and welcomes all who enjoy this sport.
A Social Security Administration field man will be at the Fanployment Service Office, 109 West Second South, Newton Iowa, on Pine July 21 from 9:00 to 11:00 for residents of the Pella Newton area seeking information or outreach on the Old Age and Survivors Insurance program and related provisions.
Merchants led 12 7 after a physical game as Lynnville fought back with late baskets. Key moments included Van Zee converting free throws and Bandstra and Pratt contributing scoring runs for Lynnville, while errors by Merchants kept the contest tight.
Reported game shows New Sharon scoring 14 to Murphys 9 at the Pool grounds. The text records unclear attendance and timing but notes New Sharon led in early play and Murphys struggled to answer. Details are fragmented with several misspellings and unreadable names.
A reading night dominates Friday schedule in Albia with a planned performance at the Bool venue. The event features a local entertainer and a contest vibe promising lively attendance and a small crowd turnout.
The Merchants edged Percy 1-0 in a pitchers duel, with Galvin and Thompson steering the mound for the Merchants and Hirdsten for Percy. Ke low in the scoreline credits a tight game as both sides managed limited offense.
Western Union telegraph service has moved from the Roel land railway depot to the lobby of the Hotel Bella in downtown. Patrons can call by telephone to send messages, using the hotel’s facilities.
Mrs Tunis heads to a new role as assistant dean of women with Evangeline Lubbers to instruct in Phrysa Education and a team including Miss Evangeline Lure and Mr Trim. The appointment follows long service in church youth work and community leadership, highlighting experience with young people and church programs.
National Soils Field Day and Plow Match are set for September 15 under sponsorship of the Karu and dame Register and The Register and Tribune. The event, hosted by Atne Croedhie and the Washington Farm area, features conservation displays, parking and traffic plans, and cooperation from Des Moines Chamber of Commerce agrarian committees along with local civic groups.
A fragmented item mentions Van Roekels Hove Ranch Type Home on Independence Street with unclear surrounding text. The legible portion seems to describe a property or real estate reference, but no coherent events, dates, or names beyond the ranch and street are readable.
Legion Post members prepare to install new officers Monday evening at the regular meeting. The candlelight ceremony will mark the start of a new administration and recognize outgoing leaders for their service.
Gamble Store marks its sixteenth anniversary with a store wide sale on the 2nd and 20th. Gene Strain becomes partner as the business expands from a small start on Franklin Street to a doubled space and new building. Bargains cover items from dairy pails and kitchen utensils to motor car supplies and clothing as families, men, women, and children shop for keepsakes.
Mrs G Rugaard, formerly Maury De Vries, will be the vocal soloist at the Pella band concert Saturday night. The program includes vocal trio pieces by Marilyn Tunis Peggy Leu and Ruby Leydens and features her soprano voice. Attendance promises another fine treat with the community invited to Garden Park for the event.
Local businessmen heard a proposal for the city to acquire the Central States Gas distribution system. A presenter argued the city could profitably operate the utility, comparing costs with current gas rates and suggesting municipal trustees as an option. No action was requested, but discussion continued on whether to pursue a city takeover or renewal of the franchise.
Dean Dietenpot of Calley College outlines a plan to expand personal counselling for freshmen and sophomores, assigning advisers from each department. Advisers will meet students during orientation, registration, and mid-semester, with one counsellor per student approved by Personnel. The program aims to steer student thinking, not dictate choices, and reduce discipline issues while boosting academic and moral outcomes.
The Pella Checker Club won the Winterset tournament in Madison County defeating Creston and Winterset teams. Members Fariha Arie Terpstra Ad De Hani Tunis Blom led the fourman squad, with Cecil De Vries and others supporting. Games were played publicly downtown Monday and Tuesday.
The Tall Corn Council Boy Scouts announced a program shift effective by September 1, lowering admission ages. Cub Scouts now join at age 8, Boy Scouts at 11, and Senior Scouts at a new level. A restructured Exploring program creates Sea Explorers, Air Explorers, and Land Explorers with revised eligibility.
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