Pella School Graduation Fetes Students With Addresses and Honors
The Pella school year closed with a graduation of twenty pupils from the high school and six in Normal training for rural teaching. An excellent program featured high school music contest selections, and eighth grade members earned admission to high school. Professor J W Gannaway spoke on Citizenship in a Democracy, Grinnell College, Grinnell. Athletics certificates and letters were awarded, with track honors to Richard Tysseling and mentions for Paul Blommers and Wm Van Doornink. Thirty eight eighth graders received certificates, and diplomas were presented to the graduating class led by Lucille G Den Adel and Margaret Elizabeth Billiu with other members listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Knoxville
Grinnell
Department of Political Science
Grinnell College
Gannaway
R. C. Amidon
Clarence Vander Meulen
Alfred Grundman
Ernest Borr
Wm. van Doornink
Paul Blommers
Martin Heerema
Tysseling
Sopomores
Verle Ver Dught
Dan Beyers
Kenneth Dykstra
Orville Dykstra
Lester Liter
Ernest
Wm- van Doornink
Edward
Vander Ploeg
Verle
Ver Dught
Richard Tysseling
Marion County
George G. Gaass
Hannah Allen
Marjorie Ver
Beek
Verbie Ver
Bernice Brommers
Bernice Brom
Martha Byer
Dorothy Cook
Mildred Cummings
Bernice Gezel
Helen Grootveld
Helen Huyser
Gertrude Jaarsma
Cora Janz Erma Kaldenberg
Harriet Kuyper
Ruth Langerak
Gertrude van Niewaal
Nelly van Oostrum Marty Nell Roelfson
Vera Sadler
Evelyn Schakel
Doris’ Scheffers
Agnes Swank
Viola Vroom
Sarah Wormhoudt
Henrietta Zinsmaster
Alice Zylstra
David Bevans
Arie de Cook
Gerrit van Ekeren
Donald Heerema
Donald Hesselink
Elvan Hollebrands
James Jones
John Michmershuizen
John da Pree
Lester Vander Pol
Henry Roeffle
President Gaass
Price of hogs at Chicago market sinks to three year low
Farmers Union Shipping association led by C Dielman moved two cars of hogs and cattle on last Wednesday's Chicago market. The hogs owned by local farmers sold to Brennan Packing Company at 9.15 per hundred with some hogs at varying prices. Hog prices show steady decline, May prices about five dollars under 1926 levels, despite fewer receipts and marketing cuts. The piece argues for an orderly marketing system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers ‘Union Shipping ‘Association
C. Dielman
Chicago
Farmers Union Live Stock Commission
Work Begins Moving Woodrow Equipment to Pella
This week the Woodrow Washing Machine Company started relocating material and machinery from Newton to Pella. The shift will be gradual to minimize production disruption, with lighter items trucked and heavier gear likely moved by rail to avoid road delays. Most operations stay in Newton for a few weeks before full transfer.
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Woodrow Washing Machine Company
Newton
Pella
Scholte Heights to Be Further Improved in Pella
McGregor Brothers of Des Moines visited Pella to handle remaining Scholte Heights interests. They filed a petition for water and sewer and secured waivers to lay the sewers without formalities. Sidewalks are expected, and building should begin within weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McGregor Brothers
Des Moines
Scholte Heights
Pella
Des Moines hospital treats injured son of Van Dellen
Van Ed Ansa Tae Eve H L Van Dellen reports his son accidentally shot himself a few weeks ago and is recovering in a Des Moines hospital. The injured eye sight is gone but may be saved by treatment. The other eye remains unaffected and poses no danger.
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H. L. van Dellen
Des Moines
Fourth of July Parade Aims for Big Five Mile Entry
The American Legion in Pella invites a free five mile Fourth of July parade tied to the Pageant of Progress. From June 15 to July 3 the renowned Pageant Master will advise entrants, with aeroplanes and bands planned to entertain. Prizes total 90 dollars with three impartial judges overseeing the event. Local firms already entered and more information available from the Legion Parade Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion Post
Pella
Legion Parade Committee
G. H. Vanden Berg
Cha. Oren
WM. van Gorp
A. W. Gylen
Mart van der Heiden
Louis A. Kuyper
Notable Names List From Local School Directory
A roster of individuals appears including Charles J. Mitten Clarence R. Vander Meulen Virgil H. Schakel Alonzo Verploeg Emmet M. De Vries Gerrit J. Vander Wal Maurice Van Willigen Normal Training Alice Elizabeth Beyer Myrtle De Haas Dorothy Mae Van Ommen Jeanette W. Rouwenhorst Elizabeth Van Zante Gladys A. Van Zante.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles J. Mitten
Clarence R. Vander Meulen
Virgil H. Schakel
Alonzo Verploeg
Emmet M. de Vries
Gerrit J. Vander Wal
Maurice van Willigen
Alice Elizabeth Beyer
Myrtle de Haas
Dorothy Mae van Ommen
Jeanette W. Rouwenhorst
Elizabeth van Zante
Gladys A. van Zante
Twenty Eight Get College Decrees at Central College
Central College closed its seventy fourth year with the largest class in its history as twenty eight graduates receive Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Theology degrees. Commencement exercises at First Reformed Church featured Rev. J E Kuizenga address “We Us and Do.” Honorary doctor of divinity conferred on four pastors. Prizes announced for men and women's oratorical contests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central College
First Reformed Church
Pella
J. E. Kuizenga
D. D
Western Theological Seminary
Holland, Michigan
Bessie Leona van der Ploeg
Henry M. Bruins
John G. Menengs
Schenectady
N. Y
Henry J. Pietenpol
Otley
Henri de Vries
Peekskill
Wesselinks
A. T. van Houweling
Louis Benes
the van Dyk
George Gaass
Angeline van Duren
Cornelia de Kock
Virginia Shaw
Mennenga Delivers Baccalaureate Sermon at Central College
Rev. George Mennenga, Central College alumnus and Peoria pastor, preached the baccalaureate sermon at the First Reformed church. Trustees, faculty, and graduates joined in academic procession from Jordan Hall. A separate annual address by Rev. John G. Meengs of Schenectady followed at Third Reformed church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central College
George Mennenga
Peoria
Ill
First Reformed Church
Board of Trustees
Jordan Hall
Christian Associations of the College
John G. Meengs
Schenectady
N. Y
Third Reformed Church
Stranded Tourists From Madison County Reach Prairie City
A party of eight traveling in a Ford truck ran into trouble east of Prairie City. The Brophy family from Madison County Florida left July 5 1926 destitute and ill, joined by Mr and Mrs Nolan, then joined by the Norans of Wisconsin. They planned to reach Minnesota with help from relatives as they camped in town awaiting aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prairie City
Brophy
Budd Brophy
Madison County
Florida
Mississippi
Missouri
Ozark Mountains
Summerville
A. P. Nolan
Minnesota
Norans
Wisconsin
Prairie City News
Many Enjoy College Commencement Banquets
Two banquets marked Central College commencement week. The Jewett Banquet, an invite affair organized by Des Moines alumnus George A. Jewett, drew board members faculty and guests at the Women's Dormitory with Mr. Jewett as speaker. A second open banquet followed Tuesday with Rev. John Steunenberg of Fulton Ill. delivering the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central College
Jewett
George A. Jewett
Des Moines
John Steunenberg
Fulton, Ill
Eclipse of Moon Seen in Morning June 15
Pella residents who rise early may view a total lunar eclipse the morning of June 15 if skies are clear. Totality lasts eleven minutes from 2:24 to 3:35, with the moon high west of the meridian and south as in June full moons. The event spans about three hours around totality and offers amateur observers a notable sight.
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Pella
Apron Sale at G and W Hat Shop Next Saturday
The Moonlight Mission Band promotes a sale at the G and W Hat Shop with aprons and breakfast caps on display and lunches available Saturday afternoon and evening. Proceeds support mission work.
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G. and W
Moonlight Mission Band
Flying Circus for Fourth of July in Pella
The Shifflet Flying Circus of Chariton will perform at the Pella Fourth of July celebration with three flights including a night illuminated show. A fireworks contract will be let this week and is expected to draw big crowds. Citizens may vote for the Queen by collecting coupons from local merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chariton
Pella
Free admission planned for Marion County Fair
Marion county's first free fair will run from Monday morning August 15 to Saturday night August 20. Gates open free to all. revenue will come from concessionaires and amusements. Racing may be down from past years. premiums to be revised with a guaranty fund to ensure payment. Continuous operation is crucial to retain state aid, with the expectation that funding will be secured quickly for a long running county fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Executive Committee
Knoxville Express
Big School Exercises on West Market Square
An all day picnic of Christian Reformed church schools was held on West Market Square with outdoor exercises. The Peoria and other Pelta churches participated, drawing a large crowd. A midday picnic dinner was enjoyed and children played games in the afternoon. Religious addresses were part of the program earlier.
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Christian Reformed Church
Ket’ Square
Pelta
Peoria
Senior Class Play Enjoyed at Central College High School
A capacity crowd filled Central College high school's auditorium for Smilin' Through presented by the senior class. Key roles included Cornelius Wilkins Louis Benes Martin Punt Bessie Vander Ploeg and June Sturman with Emphasized dramatic scenes and a WWI setting plus a flashback to fifty years earlier. Music featured violinist Bertha Te Selle pianist Wilma Nagel and soloists Pete Koenen and Frank Brower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bachelor of Arts
Henry John Aberson
John Aeikens Louis Henry Benes
Frederick R, Bosch
Jacob A. de Jong
Peter Hoogeveen
Henry Samuel Janssen
Peter Koenen
Sophia Lautenbach
Josie Mieras
Gerrit E, Mouw
George C. Muyskens
Glenn A. ‘Neifert
Martin A. Punt Catheryn Bunger
William de Boer Garold Rowland June Storeman Bertha Te Selle
Annette Vander Hart
Everetta’ Vander Hart
Cornelius B. Vander Hart
Bessie Leona van der Ploeg
Wilde Irene Vander Pol Cornelius Vander Wert
Cornelius Wilkens
Cornie A. Bos
Robert J. Vander Wal
Oe Everetta Vander Hart
Bertha Te Selle
Wilma Nagel
Frances M. Bailey
Cornelius Wilkins
Louis Benes
Martin Punt
Bessie Vander Ploeg
June Sturman
Mr. Wilkens
Stureman
Memorial Day Observed in Pella with Service and Parade
Nearly three thousand gathered in Pella’s public square for Memorial Day ceremonies, led by Dr. George H. Lankelma. The program featured a parade, readings on Memorial Day origins, Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, and a Day address by Rev. George M. Derbyshire, with city church services and a post-veteran cemetery survey to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
George H. Lankelma
van Veen- van Hemert
American Legion
Martin Englesma
Co. G
Iowa
Legion Auxiliary
Soldiers and Sailors Monument
W. D. van Sittert
Legion Post
Cornelius Wilkens
George M. Derbyshire
Des Moines
Pella Baptist Church
Mr. Derbyshire
First Reformed Church
Bernie Muldér
Farmer Loses Seed Corn and Wagon to Thieves
Leen Langstrant east of town left his seed corn and lunch in an old spring wagon as he worked in a field. A car tied the wagon and pulled it toward town. Marshal Dennis was alerted but could not locate the thieves before nightfall. Locals speculate the incident may be a prank, amplified by late planting season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leen Langstrant
Mr. Langstraat
Marshal Dennis
Charley
Corn Planting Progress Near Pella Slated Weather Note
Farmers around Pella report corn planting largely complete with exceptions on poorly drained ground. Memorial Day drives show some cultivating and others planting while fields, despite heavy wet weather, appear in good condition.
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Pella
James Boys Were Guerillas by Choice But Bandits by Necessity
Public sympathy grows for the James brothers outlaw legends of the pioneer era after their parents home bombing by detectives. The piece notes they offered to surrender after their leader’s death, a lesser known fact amid the Civil War era exploits, as highlighted by the film The Life of Jesse James coming to the Alamo next Monday.
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James Boys
Middle West
James Brothers
Jesse James
The
Alamo
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Twenth
Lucille G. den Adel Margaret Elizabeth Billiu
Helen D. Kruseman Faye Edna Porter
Jean Sara de Reus Florence Ethel van Sittert
Jeanette M. van Zee
Ruth M. van Zee
Frances Roose
Walter Arens
Ernest O. Borr
Marion Buwalda
John M. van Dyk
Alfred B. Grundman
Paul Kiser
Woodrow
Scholte
van ED Ansa Tae Eve
Legion
J. E. Kuizinga
Elizabeth Butts
Winona Davis
Nellie de Haas
Myrtle de Valois
Gertrude Dykstra
Wilemina Eppink
Grace H. Pals
Edythe Visser Grayce Wesselink
Frances A. Ver Steeg Nettie Lewis
Academy
William Bakker
Flying Circus
West Market Square
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