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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1919

Page

5

Pella High School Closes After Year of Devotion

Despite influenza quarantine interruptions the Pella public schools end a creditable year with extended sessions and a Saturday makeup. Graduates include Sarah McAlistor and Willam DeBruyn, with Eighth grade completers named. Commencement events feature a class play All on Account of Polly and a Friday diploma ceremony led by Prof. Lewis.

Pella J. E. Ward M. B First Reformed Church Polly E. B. Lewis State University Lewis Sarah K. McAlistor Willam J. DeBruyn Gladys J, Buerkens Walter E Butt Freda I Carpenter Fred J. Dykstra Henry Grundman J. B, VanHemert Melvin L. VanHouweling Leroy D, Kimmell Harold H, Klein Frances M. VanderLinden Harry G Marie Eling Wilma VanGorp Wm. den Hartog Alice VanderHeiden Gerrit VanderKamp Sophia Lautenbach Mildred Mowe Bessie VanderPloeg Jeanette Platzer Gerrit Popma Laurence VanRheenen Gertrude VanRheenen Verna Smorenburc Muriel Sterrenberg Margaret Wynia Jeanette Vander Wilt ‘Hollis Waechter Edward VanVark Fred Veenstra Frush

Theory of Osteopathy and Spinal Nerve Connection

The article explains osteopathic practice focusing on spinal structure, noting 81 spine nerve pairs emerging between vertebrae and linking to sympathetic nerves to regulate all body parts. It cites reflex disorders from dental decay to ear irritation and describes how spinal lesions affect tissues and organs, with a note that the discussion continues. Georgia Chalfont, D. C., Fowler, Robiaiea, B.’a.

Georgia Chalfont D. C Fice Fowler Telephone Robiaiea B.'a

Pella Plans One Of The Largest 4th Celebrations

The Chamber of Commerce in Pella unveils plans for Independence Day activities expected to draw the largest crowd yet. Subcommittees coordinate parades, a noon soldiers table with basket dinners, community singing, a fireworks show, and Pauah's Hawaiian Orchestra as stellar entertainment. Local and country families urged to bring basket dinners and join the nationwide celebration ambiance.

Pella Chamber of Commerce F. R. Gambell Ed. VanZante Fxdies Federated Club G. F. Sadler Hugo Kuyper Verna Hendricks Marie Lautenbach Pauah America

Otley Band to Give First Concert

The Otley White Way band presents its season opener at the Reformed Church of Otley on Friday evening June 13. Organized two years ago by Prof. A. P. Kuyper, it is now led by Henry Ver Steeg returning from the transport service. The 24 piece ensemble has trained three months for this concert and promises more Pelis & concerts soon.

Otley White Way Reformed Church of Otley A. P. Kuyper Henry Ver Steeg

Farm for Sale near Monroe Pennsylvania Ta

A half mile from Monroe on a level tract in Monroe Ta offers an accessible country property. Describes flat terrain suitable for farming or residence with nearby road access and rural setting. No detailed measurements or owner contact provided.

Monroe On Nice Monroe, Ta

Pella Chamber of Commerce Hosts Large Meeting

About 100 members gathered after a Friday evening session to endorse the July program and conduct business. Guests enjoyed refreshments served by the Ladies Federated Club while George Ramsey's orchestra played. The event opened the new chamber quarters with tours of the secretary's office and men’s committee room.

Pella Chamber of Commerce Ladies Federated Club George Ramsey Mesdames Albert van Houweling F. D. Stubenrauch Dick VanGorp Carl Aschenbrenner Nell Johnson W. H. Fowler

Third Reformed Church marks semi centennial jubilee

The Third Reformed Church celebrated its semi centennial on June 11 delaying last winter’s influenza tied event. Three services were held in Dutch and English with visiting ministers and local farmers supplying food for a 325 meal. Recognition of cooperation and thanks to fundraisers and refreshment committee marked the event with attendees from Iowa and Michigan.

Third Reformed Church T. Plette Jake Vogelaar Edd Bogaards William Beckering Baby Maurice, Iowa H. J. Pietenpol Chicago P. J. A. Bouma Muskegon, Mich James Hollebrands Kalamazoo Mich John TerLouw Hamilton G. VanderLinden Forest Grove

Notice to Teachers Examinations Set for June 25 26 27

The regular examination for teachers certificates will be held in the office of the county superintendent June 25 26 and 27 beginning at eight o'clock Mae Goldizen County Superintendent The 3 000 drivers of milk wagons in Chicago went on a strike for higher wages They earned 26 per week plus commission and two weeks vacation They asked for a raise of 0 per week This has been granted.

Raymond Boland Ray Prof. Alberts Eli George VanZee George Prof Frush Mrs. Alberts Mr. Alberts John Rillihan Ray Boland Prof. Frush Mallie VanSkike George Ulrich Cook Butts Freda Cook Butta Melvin van Houwelingen Hank Grundman Harold Klein Sousa Cook Freda Carpenter Miss Guthrie Glee Club Mae Goldizen Chicago

Returned Men in American Legion Meet for Post Name

Local returned soldiers and sailors urge suggestions for a suitable post name to secure a national charter. A general meeting is planned for Thursday June 19 to select a post commander and officers, with focus on participation in the July 4 celebration and lasting organization structure.

American Legion World War Veterans National Order Chamber of Commerce A. J. Stowe Legion

Fair Boosters Meet Tuesday In Pella

President C Dieleman of the Pella Fair Association calls a meeting of all fair boosters and stockholders at the Pella Chamber of Commerce next Tuesday at 8 pm. John Q Lauer of Waverly may speak on successful fair methods as plans are made to settle policies and administration of the 1919 Pella fair. Attendance is open to all interested in the Pella fair, not just stockholders or Chamber members.

C. Dieleman Pella Fair Association Pella Chamber of Commerce Dieleman John Q. Lauer Waverly Iowa Lauer Pella A. J. Stowe Chamber of Commerce

Meteors rout Sully in twilight ball game

The Pella Meteors defeated a Sully team 17 to 0 in a twilight game started at 6 45 p m Tuesday. The Meteors maintained the upper hand throughout, while the crowd reaction was subdued due to the after-dark matchup.

Sully Pella Meteors Meteors

Y W C A Campaign Raised Eighty Dollars In Pella Area

The National Y W C A campaigns for a million dollar fund to extend and advertise its work. In Pella area the quota was 100 dollars and eighty point five dollars was collected from local clubs and individuals including Ladies Federated Club Mizpah Guild and the Reading Circle.

National Pella and Vicinity Ladies Federated Club Pella Knitting Club Mizpah Guild R. R. Beard Philathea Baptist Church Reading Circle Sunshine Society Ladies Society Moonlight Mission Band Delta Alphas

Cautious Clerks Handle Hidden Parcels at Post Office

Oskaloosa post office clerks moved parcels on tip toe to avoid waking sleepers as a sack of souvenirs for Lieut. Bert Vanderwilt of the 134th Field Artillery arrived. The scene recalled a Chicago post office scare when a trench bomb caused panic. No incident occurred beyond careful handling and delivery.

Bert Vanderwilt F. A Vanderwilt Pella Road Oskaloosa Chicago Windy City Central Post Office Post Office Oskaloosa Herald

First Reformed Choir Newsful Evening at Parsonage

Rev and Mrs Wesselink hosted First Reformed choir members at the parsonage last Thursday evening. An impromptu program of piano and vocal music and readings was followed by a two course luncheon. Then games were played until late with much enjoyment and an hinted encore for the pastor and his wife.

Ladies Auxiliary Central College Meeting Notice

The annual business meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary of Central College is set for Wednesday June 18 at 2 30 pm in the parlors of the Ladies Dormitory All members and friends are urged to attend The annual commencement banquet occurs Tuesday June 17 at 6 0 pm in the dining room of the Ladies Dormitory Tickets priced 75 cents and limited to 250 are available from Stubenrauch's Drug Store, C U S students, or Mrs G F Sadler. Secure tickets early.

Central College Stubenrauch’s G. F. Sadler

NO OBJECTION TO PAVING RESOLUTION PASSED

City council met Tuesday evening to hear objections to the paving resolution published for several streets. No objections were raised and the resolution passed. Preparatory work includes water mains sewers and connections still to be completed this year with paving slated for 1929.

Necesty

Farm near Pella offers productive 120 acres

A well improved 120 acre farm eight miles west of Pella and eight miles from Otley presents good cultivation. For further particulars write to D. C. Manade in Cordova Iowa.

Pella Otley D. C, Manade Cordova Iowa

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Third Reformed Andrew J. Buwalda Ansco Union Street Home For the Twilight Ball Y. W. C. A. Report First Reformed Choir
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