Golden wedding anniversary celebrated with open house
March 13 marked the Van Gorp couple's 50th anniversary with open house from 2 to 4 p.m. at 00 Washington Street. About 50 relatives gathered despite a snowstorm. Prayers and Dutch psalms, a luncheon, and later a family dinner accompanied by a program of songs. Children and 13 grandchildren noted. many cards and gifts were received. A separate note recalls Henry and Veenstra’s 40th anniversary with a farm gathering, luncheon, and memories shared by relatives and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. van Gorp
Washington Street
Wm. van. Maaren
Rev
H. Vander Kam
Henry Veenstra
Leighton
Peter Vanderhaar
Betty van Rockel
Pella
William Vanderhaar
Mitchellville
Martin Vanderhaar
Martin Vanderhaar of ‘Altoona, Mrs. C. Vanderhaar and Mr. and Mrs. John Rempe
William Synhorst
What Cheer
John Veenstra
Fred Veenstra
Granvel Smith
New Sharon
Henry Robert Veenstra
Muscatine
Andrew Brower
Elmer van Duren
Viing
Robert
Smith
Henry G. Kempe
Veenstra
Gerard Roordas Celebreated Silver Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Gerard Roorda were honored at a surprise at their home on Friday March 2 in celebration of their 26th wedding anniversary to be observed Sunday March 4. Guests included relatives and friends with refreshments provided by Roorda daughters and others. several names listed as attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leighton
Neva
Robert
Gerard Roorda
Darlene
Violet Roorda
Misses le
Susie Mepplink
Arlene
Eda
Dennis
Marie
Ta Jon
Ben Terlouw
Tda
Vernon
John
Terlouw
Lloyd
Louis
Roy
Katie Terlowe
Frank Terfonw
Raymond
Freda
Tene
Henry Terlonw
Tennie
John Mepplinkle
Isie
Violet
Fiary
Gordon Roorda
J. Wy
Jean
Lynn Grove Rockets Attend Harriet Taylor Home Meeting
The Lynn Grove Rockets 4-10 club met March 10 at Harriet Taylor home with nine members and two leaders present. Phyllis Monsma spoke on pattern and material selection, Roberta Wagaman led a demonstration on wearables, and crochet and knitting were practiced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn Grove Rockets
Marriet ‘Taylor
Phyllis Monsma
Roberta Wagaman
Vantorp
Roberta Benson
Joan Versendaal
Farewell party for Tysseling family moves to new farm
A neighborhood Saturday February 24 farewell gathering at Mr. and Mrs. Albert Tysseling’s home honored the Tysseling family on their move to another farm. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Ver Meer and family, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Hiemstra and Marilyn, and many others bringing potluck dishes. The W C T U County Institute is set for Dallas on March 27 at 10:00 a.m., with all members urged to attend. dinner will be potluck noon lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert E. Tysseling
T. G. Ver Meer
Barbara
Patty
Nick Hiemstra
Marilyn
Tudor Ver Meer
Jerry
Donnie
Art Tysseling
Willene
Arlene
Helen
Abe Vander Beek
Eleanor
Betty
Harry Newendorp
Elva Mae
Jake de Jong
W. C. T. U. County Institute
Dallas
W.C.T.U
Veenstra Couple Honored With Charivari Celebration
Cards were received and appreciated by the honored couple. Late that evening friends arrived for a lively charivari. A bride and groom dressed as a past couple entertained with a solo by Mrs. Don De Prenger and remarks by the captain. Treats were served as congratulations to the Veensras.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charivari
Don de Prenger
Leighton Nuptials Tie Van Maanen to De Prenger
Mareia Van Maanen and Howard De Prenger wed in Leighton at Ebenezer Reformed Church with a double ring ceremony. The bride wore white satin with Chantilly lace and a cathedral train, carried an orchid on a white Bible, and was attended by Nancy Van Maanen. The reception followed for 130 guests with a four tier cake, pink and yellow floral decor, and family hosts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mareia van Maanen
Fred van Maanen
Howard de Prenger
Wm. de Prenger
Ebenezer Reformed Church
Leighton
GA. Aalberts
Nancy van Maanen
Karen Ver Ploeg
Lawrence van Heukelom
Loren Vander Wert
Pella
Brandt van Maanen
Herbert de Prenger
Kenneth
Wilbur Rempe
Robert Hagen
Bert van Arendonk
Janice van Zomjeren
Nola Boat
Deloris Kentfield
Janice Ver Meer
Dorothy ‘Blom
Wm. Rempe
Eunice Rempe
Florence van Maanen
Allen Rempe
June de Cook
Willis van Hansten
Denburger Lumber Co
Harry Fitch
Marcia van Maanen
Lampshade as simple attractive choice for utility
A clear statement favors a lampshade that is simple and attractive as the wisest option for practical use and enhancing room appeal. The suggestion centers on value, aesthetics, and usefulness in interior design.
Eastern Star meeting highlights and charitable drives notes
The Order of the Eastern Star held its March 12 meeting with the Golden Rule theme. A luncheon followed by a School of Instruction on March 15 featured attendees at the Coffee Shop and a ceremony with a gift to Donna Verrips. Projects urged support for The Blood Bank and Harvest Home Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of the Eastern Star
John
Elin Tilma
Frances van Gorp
Vera Carpenter
Helen Bowers
Harper
Lowa
Dorothy Bean
Edith Ramsey
Helen Bos
Freda
Ten Hagen
Home For
Samar Tan Fund
Shriner’s Hospitals
Red Cross Blood Bank
Harvest Home
Red Cross
Korea
Pella
Ed van Zante
Kenneth Bean
Evening Program Featured Blue and Gold Decor by Local Hosts
The evening closed with a quix and refreshments served from a beautifully decorated table using blue and gold, with master decorations by Fern Van Zante, Stella Mac Kuyper, Dora Carson, Vera Carpenter, and Dorothy Bean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fern van Zante
Stella Mac Kuyper
Dora Carson
Vera Carpenter
Dorothy Bean
Fortnightly Club Meeting on Ceramics at Lautenbach Home
Fortnightly club met at the home of Mrs. Robert Lautenbach with guest speaker Mrs. Lawrence Groeters. Her topic was ceramics and guests modeled clay with notable imagination and artistry. There will be no meeting for four weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Lautenbach
Lawrence Groeters
Hackerts Observe 11th Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Henry Hackert of south of Pella were honored Monday evening March 5 1951 for their 11th wedding anniversary. Guests included Mrs Gerrit Van Den Berg Mrs Peter Inckert Mr and Mrs Gradus Schnkel Mr and Mrs Edward Roordan and Joyce Larry Marvin and Phyllis Mackert. Phyllis presented them with a gift. An enjoyable lunch followed and good wishes were offered for many more happy years together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Hackert
South
Pella
Gerrit van den Berg
Peter Inckert
Gradus Schnkel
Edward Roordan
Joyce
Larry
Marvin
Phyllis Mackert
Henry Mlackert
Phyllis
Mackerts
Also Mentioned on This Page
van Gorps
Doha
Der
Gretta
Meri
John de Prenger
Clarence van Zee
Elmer de Prenger
Claudia
Howe
Len Howe
Rita Hardware News
Vogelaar’s
Gerard Roordas
Harriet Taylor
Tysseling
W.C.T.U, County Institute
Leighton Young People
van Maanen—De Prenger
Western Auto
Associ
John F. Dykstra
C. E
Hackerts
Tc PT Aay al
Patti
van den Berg Electric & Paint Co
Poll-Parrot
Cadillac
Nuie
Hnseeser
Tee
Patience
Tucker
Main St
Knoxville
Iowa
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