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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1956
Page
21
Jack Rossman reports on a basement dig near Pella uncovering the foundation of a stage coach era hotel once on the Harold Van Zee farm site. The Great White Way line connected Des Moines and Keokuk, with the inn torn down about 50 years ago.
Marion County ASC chairman Merrill L. Robuck announced a policy for selling non stor able government binsite corn at prevailing market price. The policy raises local decision making and seeks prompt disposal while protecting against losses from non stor able stock. The state office estimates 10 to 12 million bushels could become saleable in Iowa by mid summer under careful maintenance.
Pictured are oak-hewn timbers from a stage-coach barn. The 10 inch square beams, about 60 feet long, show joints tied by notches and hardwood pegs without nails. The fragments reflect construction methods and material choice of the era.
C R Kremenak resigns after 27 years as Newell superintendent and plans to stay in town to teach at a nearby school. The Red Cross offers small business grants to operators with disaster needs, highlighting community support and recovery funding through donor generosity.
This item describes Easter as a joyful season for all with children awaiting candy and eggs. It recalls churchgoing, faith in Jesus Christ, his crucifixion, and the Resurrection as central to the celebration, noting Jesus is present both in heaven and on earth.
Nearby four Pella cooks reveal spring favorites for salads sandwiches and desserts. Recipes include Frosted Lime Walnut Salad Frozen Lemon Cream Pie Pecan Shells and Holiday Bread with Walnut filling. The piece notes gatherings, catering touches and seasonal menus from Mrs Roorda Mrs Sedrel Mrs Wing and Mrs Gaass as spring meals spark fresh flavors.
Frances Fisher of Kinrose Keokuk county marked her 101st birthday becoming one of Iowa’s oldest residents. Born in 1855 in Washington county she celebrated a long life amid family and community.
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