Carrie Chapman Catt and the enduring suffrage legacy at Pella
Dennis Steenhoek and Wilson Duven of Pella attended the Kiwanis International convention in San Diego as part of a broader remembrance of Carrie Chapman Catt and the suffrage movement. The piece recounts Catt’s Iowa roots, leadership roles, and the evolution from the National American Woman Suffrage Association to today’s League of Women Voters, framing Independence Day reflections on women’s political rights and civic involvement.
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Pella Couple Wed In Double Ring Ceremony
Menninga and Vermeer united in marriage May at the First Reformed church in Pella in a double ring ceremony before about 300 guests. Rev. Vermeer and Rev. Shearer officiated as bridesmaids and groomsmen, with a yellow rose theme and chancel daisies. The bride wore a satin gown with lace detailing and a Juliet veil, and the couple planned a short honeymoon in Kansas City before settling in Orange City.
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Pamela Rae Menninga
Setrith Menningas
Pella
James Henry Vermeer
Henry J. Vermeer
Hospers
First Reformed Church
Vermeer
Frank Shearer
Venice
Juliet
Sharon Zagers
Kathy Menninga
Donna van Weelden
Marylynn Schrier
Michael Schrier
Steven Menninga
Bryan Rank
Shane Menninga
Stephanotis
Dan Vermeer
John Schneider
Anthony Kooiker
Purcell
Dunlap
Schrier
Mallotte
Grieg
Barb Braafhart
Lorna Schrier
Ken
Vande Brakes
Nancy Roorda
Arlene de Geus
Vicki Newendorp
Denise Horman
Kathy Vines
Kim Horman
Kathy Horman
Peggy van Dusseldorp
Kristy Braafhart
Brenda Bloem
Michele Horman
Marc Schrier
Bob van Gelders
Ted Roushs
Marie Horman
Gysbert Menningas
Kooiker
Kansas City
Orange City
Luetta Slagter
Jan Horman
Leona Horman
Ruth Gosselink
Leona de Penning
Jennie Mathes
Billie Kooiker
Hann Vermeer
Sioux Center
Ideal Starter Home Near Kiwanis Park
Ideal starter home or investment property next to Kiwanis Park features two bedrooms, a new kitchen, and fresh carpet throughout. Located close to local amenities, this residence offers ready-to-move-in appeal with updated interiors.
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