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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1931
Page
6
Rev Henry J Veldman spoke on Matt 16 18 addressing present world tensions and premillennialism urging evangelism over disputes. He argued Christ is the chief cornerstone not Peter and noted apostles hold keys. He praised the church for $8000 missionary giving and warned of rising modernist threats.
The First Reformed Church celebrates 75 years with three days of observances. Originating from the 1855 Dutch settler split into four groups, the church traces its inception to the First Dutch Reformed Church begun in 1856. The record lists pastors from 1860 to 1897 and notes strong continued growth locally and in nearby rural churches.
The article recounts Porterville area schooling from 1866 onward, naming key figures such as Joe Porter who donated land, Kleinpeter of Pella who built the brick school, and the Steinkamp family in district history. It notes the Hamilton school’s 135 pupil enrollment, $8 monthly pay for teachers, and the 1892 shift to a frame building as districts split into North and South Porterville.
The list covers pastors Dr. H. J. Veldman 1898 to 1901, Van Westenberg 1902, Van der Werf 1905 1913, Wesselink 1913 1925, and Rev B Mulder 1926. Of these, the first four received their inheritance. Rev Joh Van Westenberg was absent due to total blindness while the others attended the jubilee.
An advertisement-style claim describes a woman losing 20 pounds after a 3 week regimen with Kruschen Salts. It promotes a daily half teaspoon in hot water before breakfast, warns to avoid pastry and fatty foods, and promises increased energy and clearer skin with a money-back guarantee.
Ver Ploeg recalls arriving in 1847 and California sojourns before settling near Porterville school. He lists early teachers including Ebenezer Wilson and Nora Hays, followed by additional names. About 90 pupils once attended the brick school. anecdotes describe strict methods and quips from students. He names former pupils, officers, and the school district’s present directors and officials.
Marriage licenses list John B. Thomas and Lena Vanceunebrock of Knoxville. Glavenee W. Slocum and Ruth Woods of Tracy. Births include Howard Ross, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Howrey of Indiana. Varie McCombs, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd D. McCombs of Liberty township born March 1 1931. Lydia Esther White, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred White Kootwyk of Pleasant Grove township born March 11 1981.
A seller claims satisfaction guaranteed and invites measurement for a custom wool suit in 300 varieties with linings all at the uniform price of 20.26 dollars, attributed to E M Vander Linden.
Sixty years ago during basement and foundation work at the First Reformed church a five year old spectator stood out Jacob De Haan of 625 South street recalls watching workers dig and haul dirt with vivid clarity from that moment in city history.
Sunday night service at Jubilee of the First Reformed church revealed that the Second church began as the first daughter church of the original group and formed from its struggles and early efforts.
The record notes a younger group’s demand for English language services and describes a salary arrangement for the first pastor. The Board of Domestic Missions agreed to pay 600 dollars while the First Church would contribute 100 dollars from a total 700 dollar salary.
Rev. Seth Vander Werf of Holland Michigan, formerly pastor of First Reformed Church in Pella, attended both the Golden anniversary of the church and the Jubilee event in the past week, a rare honor for a pastor to attend more than one church anniversary.
The funeral for John Van Vliet age 52, son of Mr and Mrs Gus Van Vliet, was held Monday at 4 pm at First Presbyterian Church Omaha Nebr Interment followed. He is survived by his wife Kate two sons Russell and Harry a daughter Mrs Donald Ingman his parents three brothers C G Des Moines B E Boston J M Otley and a sister Mrs H L Renaud Pella The deceased had been ill long and told his wife shortly before death that the Lord will not cast out those who come to Him.
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