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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1957
Page
1
The high school assembly heard Miss Killian discuss what people truly believe in life. She outlined principles for daily living including tolerance loyalty duty and democracy plus the idea that you become what you will become and that understanding is the well spring of life.
Teachers met at 7 Tuesday morning led by Andrew Klyn to discuss using the school library better. They noted the board buys about $1.75 in books per pupil yearly and considered better care of equipment, a new rack, and a smarter use of the daily paper.
A compiled set of student responses describe how Gerald K Barb B Ron V L Marilyn W Connie V D M Kay K would spend or save a billion dollars. They mention trips to California and Europe, buying cars and clothes, paying for houses or pools, and saving or banking the rest.
The staff reporters listed include Sarah Davis, Marge Gosselink, Kay Kuiper, Kay McDonald, Janice Mol, Jerry Ulrich, Connie Vander Meulen, Nancy De Cook, Evelyn Dykstra. Cub reporters named are Charlotte Burton, Mary Dieleman, Linda Glen ding, Willene Tysseling, Vivian Van Steenis, Marilyn Walraven, Phyllis Walraven, Bob Slykhuis, Charles Slyk huis, Jerry Bogaards, Mark De Cook.
G A A girls from Central College and Pella High played two basketball games on March 4. The first game ended 18 to 18 after four quarters and a two minute overtime. College players fouled out. Kay Kuyper Deloris Beling Carole Grootveld and Nancy De Cook were noted for free throws fouls and clock stops.
A fragmented memory captures a seventh period science visit by Pat Boone and schoolroom chatter. Students recall conversations about shorts in hallways, a teacher’s surprised reaction, and remarks about classmates and clothing.
Disjointed lines reference Marilyn W and Marilyn V driving from a parking spot followed by a bang and an auto bomb joke. Terp warns about swinging a chain near Miss Killian. A submarine tangled in seaweed and Mr Stults appears, with a nondescript question about Melvin U.’s knowledge.
Students explore English literature through Canterbury Tales and related stories. The piece highlights humor in Chaucer and Shakespeare, notes famous figures like the Wife of Bath, Chaunticleer and Pertelote, and contrasts medieval manners with modern habits while praising Mr Omick’s modern insights.
On February 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the agriculture room freshmen and sophomores hold an ice cream and shoe shining party. The loser from a recent magazine sale shined the shoes of the winner, then the freshmen faced the sophomores in a basketball game. The freshmen led most of the contest but were defeated 84 to 28 in the final quarter.
A discussion on student views of teacher fairness, favoritism, and behavior expectations at Pella High School, encouraging frank talks to resolve conflicts and consider both sides of classroom dynamics.
Kinross Bhower mourns the death of Nees Fischher, one of town's oldest residents, at 101 years old. The longtime resident passed away recently, leaving a mark on the community. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Des Moines forms a new statewide Safety Council to mobilize citizens for accident prevention. The group aims to build local safety councils, promote public backing, and push scientific approaches to reduce deaths and injuries on highways. Contact the Safety Education Division, State Office Building, Des Moines, Iowa.
Lynn Johnson, stationed at Fort Meyers, served as a military escort for President Eisenhower at a function in the Hotel Stetler after a young Elk Horn soldier smoothly entered one of the inaugural balls in Washington.
The Glass Mountain, a feature length sound and color Christian film, screens Saturday at 7 45 p m at the Newton Youth for Christ Rally in the Salvation Army Citadel. Evangelist Merv Rogell co stars with Eleanor Nichols and William E Brusseau. produced by Westminster Films. The film follows a young actress rising in theatre, with an Easter Sunrise Service at Pasadena Rose Bowl and the Tournament of Roses Parade. Miss Shirley Atwood appears as guest soloist in Newton.
Youth for Christ officials say the rallies hosted at Dike University are nonsectarian and open to the public with a special invitation to young people. An admission charge is listed.
Ad pitches SEWERREAMER chemical cleaner to unclog sewers at home. Claims easy use, low cost, and big bill savings, urging customers to ask their dealer for the product. Lists PAARDEKOOPER'S Ideal Pharmacy in Lille Mak's and a local phone number MA 68-2333.
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