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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1964
Page
6
In a fragmented notice, references to Van Eyk include initials and partial address details. The readable text mentions a number 105 Independence and a location near Bath, with a phone-like string MA 8-2785.
A dense OCR listing of numerous used cars with makes including Ford, Mercury, Volvo, and Chevrolet. Entries note model years from 1956 to 1963, body styles such as sedans and hardtops, transmissions including manual and overdrive, and features like vinyl interiors, whitewalls, and radio. Multiple one owner mentions, mileage hints, tire replacements, and reconditioned engines appear throughout.
Expressions of gratitude pour in from the Niemants and Zegers families for prayers floral offerings and comforting messages after the loss of their loved one. Special thanks to Rev. Paul Albers for words and prayers as the families acknowledge lasting gratitude from friends relatives and neighbors.
Mr and Mrs I G Roorda arrived home after a three week trip through eastern states visiting Chicago Clinton Md and Washington D C They toured Arlington Cemetery New York World's Fair Williamsburg Natural Bridge and observed weather and storm damage noted along the way The journey included bussing from Washington to New York and sightseeing amid record heat and devastation from storms in the region.
The tenth Lower Grove Church homecoming held June 21 featured a 9:20 Sunday School, guest teacher Lester Terlouw of Pella, Rev. Max Johnson of Oskaloosa as speaker, and afternoon program with music by De Zwarte family and others. Seventy to ninety-seven people attended the dinner and program despite rain. guests included Vernie Ward and Mrs. Tom Hite. The event paid homage to former teachers and families, with preparations by local volunteers and plans announced for next year.
Space program tour notes explain why 25 cents of every dollar funds Air Force space work. The institute will cost 1.25 million dollars to construct initial buildings on a Woods Reservoir shore site near the center. It will be accredited and offer graduate study in engineering and science leading to Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.
Marion and Ma Haska counties report all residents under 21 due to sight and speech defects. The biennial census, mandated by Iowa School Law Chapter 291.9, gathers names ages sexes and parental addresses for children ages 5 to 21 and lists all handicapped in the district. Enumerator Mrs. Vander Streek has conducted the census since 1956.
The article outlines ongoing discussions on how proposed zoning ordinances affect farmers selling land to firms. If land remains agricultural, permits to sell to commercial or industrial buyers hinge on rezoning, requiring a public hearing and county commission recommendations to the Board of Supervisors before any change.
June events feature Mrs H W Vi hosting guests at her Monroe home including Jennie Van Tontes and Nellie Breed. Pamela Sue Hewitt turns five with family and friends attending a June 20 party. Kool Aid and cupcakes followed games and gifts. A pink and blue shower for Larry Renaud’s honor gathers attendees from Sully, Reasnor, Pella and Monroe. Bessie Ver Heul remains hospitalized after a heart attack. other attendees send gifts from nearby towns.
The column lists a Vriezelaar family reunion and Legion picnic arrangements for July 4 in Monroe with James Vriezelaar and Mrs Kenneth Vander Berg in charge. It covers Father’s Day visits, garden blooms, and various visits among Vriezelaar, De Vries, and Nolin families, plus local club hobbies and 4-H events. A kitchen shower honors Mrs Wm C Campbell, a past Vriezelaar.
Ruth Joanne Vander Hart of Pella earned a 3.90 grade point for the spring quarter at the American Institute of Business Des Moines. She is among fifty eight students honored for scholastic achievement and is enrolled in the Business Machines and Clerk Typist Course.
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