Our World of Music to Return May 7 at Christian High
Orchids honored Miss Jean Folkerts as the cast presented a warm tribute after a Tuesday performance of Our World of Music. The 500 strong audience applauded a patriotic, multi-scene show with student conduct and all proceeds to the music department. A repeat performance is planned for May 7 at 8 p.m. in the Pella Christian high gym. Tickets from choir members or at the door. no reserved seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Folkerts
Melvin Vos
Our World of Music
Pella Christian High Gym
Living Memorial Established for Verna Coon in Iowa
A Living Memorial is placed in the Iowa Division of the American Cancer Society in memory of Verna Coon. Announced by Memorials Chairman Mrs. Lloyd Vander Streck, the fund supports research education and service. Contributions are recorded in the state Living Memorials book and appear in New Horns quarterly.
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Iowa
American Cancer Society
Verna Coon
Lloyd Vander Streck
Cancer Society
Farm Housing Loan Program Expanded
Forrest Millikin of the Farmers Home Administration Keokuk Mahaska and Washington Counties announced an expanded 4 percent long term farm housing loan program. Eligible farm owners producing at least 400 dollars in commodities may finance building improvements water service and essential farm buildings. Loans cover major construction repairs and modest home upgrades with terms up to 88 years. Millikin meets clients in the Oskaloosa SCS Office on the second and fourth Wednesday afternoons each month.
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Forrest G. Millian
Farmers Home Administration
Keokuk
Mahaska
Washington
Millikin
Oskaloosa Scs
Hemlines Rise For Fall As Summer Silhouettes Enter
Fashion experts say hemlines edge up for fall while summer dresses feature new silhouettes. The parade includes chemises with chic air and no waistline, two piece styles, slim skirts with bloused tops, and the classic flare in light cottons. Color ranges from pinks yellows apricots oranges to cool blues greens, with vivid prints on white backgrounds enhancing the fresh look.
Scouts to Stage Circus at Veterans Memorial Auditorium Des Moines
More than 6000 Cub Scout Boy Scout and Explorer Scout units from Tall Corn Area Council will perform at the 1948 Boy Scout Circus to be held May 2 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium Des Moines Iowa. The event features a new arena style presentation with demonstrations moving on and off the floor and a variety of acts including a Sea Scout christening and American Indian dances. Proceeds fund Scout Camp Mitigwa development with tickets available at the auditorium for 50 cents.
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Tr-County
Tall Corn Area
Boy Scouts of America
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
Des Moines
Iowa
Hays
Aven Council
Mitigwa
Tho Pan
Former Editor Recalls Pella's First Tulip Time
Former Chronicle editor recalls the first Tulip Time festival in Pella, its modest start, key organizers, and civic support. Le Wy Hartley conceived the idea after seeing similar events in Michigan, rallying Chamber members and local businesses to launch a yearly celebration featuring coronation ceremonies, costumes, and a community parade. The piece reflects on early challenges, notable participants, and the growth of Tulip Time into a beloved regional tradition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. V. Goad
Friel
Pella
le Wy Hart
Vella Chamber of Commerce
Tot Weerehoudh
Tovin d. Lubbers
Conteal College
M. Meattoa Rew
Dawol Prins Doby Weerewa
LW. Hartley
Arie Sehitder
Dilter Vander
Assy Vieku
Chronicle
Gerrit
Halland
Michigan
Pelle
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Molland
Amr le Educational Central College
Uiehhool
Des Moines
Newton
Oskaloosa
Ottumwa
Hty
Truman
Nixon
West Market Park
Marie Lautenbach
Roy van Arkel
Marjorie Dixon
Marjorie van Wyk
Kathryn Lautenbach
Phyllis Ver Ploeg
Cora Mae van der Linden
Eileen Sadler
H. P. Scholte
Marjorie Veenman
Wilhelmin
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Christian High
Nick Branderhorst
Chuck Zimmer
Don
Dick Bruxvoort
Eunice’ Ver Schuure
der Jitermarkt
Joanne de Vries
Picano
U. S
The
Marion County Board of Review
Peila City Hall
Marion County Assessor
Tut
Mobil
Mobikgast
Gosselink
Mobil Service
S&h
Globe
Asaya
Ley
Lance
Tas Aves
Calif
Niewea
Wings
Pets Ten
Mid
Cdl
Hartley
Rultz
Savas
Hurge Invester
Gerrit de Boer
Heys
Harriet Schilder
Sara Rose van der Linden
Marcia Ver Steeg
Barbara Ann van Sittert
Grace Rozenberg
Freda Hoeksema
T. G. Fultz
Burgemeester
Miss Lautenbach
Friesland
Vollendam
Maarken
Gop
Sadler
T. HL. Klein
Jean Corral
van Arkel
Haven
Sean
Bres
Dominic Hendri Scholte
Holland
City of
Refuge
Breda Denburger
Leighton
John Denburger
Ippi
Mia Ann Pusseling
Onic
Cervita
Lew
Ana . V. Good
Nving Hyourh
Pila
Tulip City
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