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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1960

Page

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Bridal Showers for Carol Sedrel Draw Many Guests

Elated bride to be Carol Sedrel receives full gifts as three showers unfold in March at friends and family homes in Oskaloosa and nearby areas. Attendees include Van Kooten, Ongna, Hessing, Terpstra, Sedrel, De Bruin, and many former classmates, with lunch, games, and toasts.

A. W. van Hen Nelva Arlan Ervin Mrpendairs Willis van Haaften Ja 'Ann Ina Elaine Karen G.A. Hasselma Wayne Henry Sedrel Gennie Carol Frank ‘Terpstra Frank Terpstra, Jr Ruth Ongna Eiléen Hessing R. J. Ongna Willing Workers Society Jamés Played Lunch Ver'Ploeg Nelva Ven Haaften Nv van Heukelom Carol and Dehha Boerelyn Judy den‘ Adel Ruth’ Fleck Frances’ Wyngarden Mary Roorda Carolyn van Dusseldorp Eilegh Thomassen iShe Lynch Frances de ‘Vries Marilyn Wielad Kenneth Sneller Kathy Stanley Beyer Norman Verros Philip Worrail Henry Sedrel Carl van Dusseldorp Reuben Thomassen Henry Roorda

Hold Kitchen Shower For Mrs Floyd Hyer

Mrs Floyd Hyer was honored at a kitchen shower attended by family and friends including Mrs Doris Franje and family. The gathering celebrated the Hyer couple with cheerful well wishes and shared memories.

Floyd Hyer Doris Franje

Bernice Roozeboom Weds Jerry Stump in March Ceremony

Bernice Mae Roozeboom daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Roozeboom of 610 First Street became the bride of Dean Jerry Stump son of Mr and Mrs Harry Stump of 119 Broadway on March 7 at 3 30 pm. Rev Van Laar officiated at the double ring ceremony before seven guests at the Second Christian Reformed Church. The bride wore a street length blue dress and carried a blue carnation bridal bouquet on a white Bible. They will live at 513 Broadway after a wedding trip to Missouri. She works for V R Grocery and he for the Rolscreen Company.

Bernice Mae Roozeboom Henry Roozeboom First St Jerry Dean Stump Harry Stump Broadway van Laar Pandonege

Women's Auxiliary reports on fund raising projects

The Executive Board of the Women's Auxiliary of Central College met at Jordan Hall with twenty two members present. Dr Maxine Huffman reported over 1800 cookbooks sold and Alice Lammers noted growth in birthday cake sales among students. Committees were formed for the Dutch Market and plans noted for April 25 meeting and local chapter participation.

Women’s Auxiliary Central College Jordan Hall Maxine Huffman Alice Lammers Wisconsin Pélla Leighton-Oskaloosa Burt Ser Vaas Corine Synhorst Jordan, Hall Arend D. Lubbers

Pella Couple Plans Wedding in June

Mrs. Betty Van Roekel announced the engagement of her daughter Joyce to Edgar Epperly of Leon Iowa. Joyce is a senior at Central. Ed teaches social studies at Pella high school. A June wedding is planned.

Betty van Roekel Joyce Edgar V. Epperly Edgar H. Epperly Leon, Ioiva Central Pella High School

Wichharts Celebrate Silver Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Adam Wichhart of 812 Oskaloosa Street marked their 26th wedding anniversary with a March Friday evening celebration at the Christian grade school gym. Marion Wichhart acted as master of ceremonies. Helen Wichhart sang, Ed Keuning offered prayer, and Harold Wichhart led singing. Family and friends attended a tray lunch in blue silver and white, with a silver arch and gifts presented.

Adam Wichhart Oskaloosa St Marion Wichhart Helen Wichhart Ed Keuning Harold Wichhart Clarence Wichhart aJnice Wichhart Donna. Wichhart Karen van Waardhuizen Marie Keuning Wichhart Dingeman Verros Ed Kenning William van Hal Robert

Bussey County Republican Women Introduce Candidates

County Republican Women in Bussey host a 2 p.m. event at the Legion Hall to introduce county candidates. Attendees include many Wichhart, Rozen, Clausen, Edwards and Van Hal family members, along with multiple Wichhart relatives and other listed sponsors.

Bussey County Legion’ Hall

Found God in Soviet Rus 4 a thor of the be i

Fragmentary OCR notes reference a work titled Found God in Soviet Rus 4 a thor of the be i with unclear names and dates. The readable lines point to a religious or literary theme in a Soviet context, but specifics are unavailable.

Thor Rus

De Bruin Celebrate Silver Anniversary at Route Home

Mr and Mrs Roy De Bruin of Route 2 were honored on their 26th wedding anniversary. Wilbur and Genella Engbers Evelyn Eileen and Donna hosted with refreshments and gifts. Fathers Tom De Bruin Gerrit Engbers and Mr and Mrs Genie Meppelink with their children Glen Ronald and Linda Kay attended along with many friends and relatives who sent cards and wishes.

Roy de Bruin

Truth Seekers Class Hosts Easter Bible Text Readings

The Truth Seekers Sunday School class of the First Reformed Church met at Mae Van Houweling's home on Thursday, March 24. Twenty members and one visitor shared a Bible text on Easter, with Helen Vanden Berg and Minnie Borgman in charge of devotions. A business meeting followed by a social hour and lunch hosted by Mae Van Houweling, Anna Schippers, and Anita De Heus.

Truth Seekers First Reformed Church Mae van Houweling Helen Vanden Berg Minnie Borgman Anna Schippers Anita de Heus

Pleasant Grove Sunshine Club Meeting Delights Members

The Pleasant Grove Sunshine Club met at Mrs. Gary Vande Voort’s home on Thursday March 24. President Mrs. Guy Bruxvoort called the meeting to order. Program chairwoman Mrs. Elmer Van der Beek led singing while Mrs. Elmer Van Wyngarden read a poem and Mrs. John Van Rheenen shared another poem.

Pleasant Grove Sunshine Club Gary Vande Voort Guy Bruxvoort Elmer Vander Beek Elmer van Wyngarden John van Rheenen

Pellas Spring Musical Program Gathers Members and Plans

Pella High prepares a Spring musical with ten members in attendance. Mrs. Donna Boertje and Mrs. Howard Vos join the club, with plans for a club tour in June. April meeting set at Mrs. Elmer Vander Beek home. Repertoire includes many titled songs and solos from various selections.

Elmer Vander Beek Donna Boertje Howard Vos Vander

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Agle Go Earol forsCarol Sédrel Dwayne van Kooten Oskaloosa de Jong Edith Is Hyatedena James R. J. Ongnn Ruth Howard Glendening Linda R. Thomassen Eileen Tryna Stouwie Beulah Klein Frank Vali Haaften Gene Jennings Esther Overbergen Gerrit Wiinder Meiden Gene Sedrel Chrisy Gene Ferguson F. Terpstra Gloria Chester Terpstra Connie Frank Terpstra Bernice Roozeboom Jerry Stump Miss Pella Wichharts Peter Boeretyn Chris Wich Helen Janice Ronald Milton van. Waardhuizen John Charles Nellie Wichhart Hunnel Andrea Ralph Wichhart Lori Clarence’ Wichhart Brenda Robert Wichhart Debbie Cindy Don Clausen David Judy Harold Rozen Paal Sherry Westinghouse Porcelux CBS TV de Bruin Pleasant Grove Sunshine Club Meeting Ning Pan Pella High Brother James Florian Elaine Schakel Dain Girls’ Glee Club Vande Voort Sharon Breen The Bob Roblee Bob’s Clothing Bob’s Pella Bootery Accomo Pella Hot Mon Audiphone Co Fleming Walnut Sts Des Moines Zenith Yan Dyh Dusen
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