Marriage of Miss Helen Ver Ploeg and Simon Steenhoek Jr
Miss Helen Ver Ploeg and Simon Steenhoek Jr were married March 20 at the First Reformed Church of Pella in a double ring ceremony performed by Dr. Anthony Haverkamp. The couple, both graduates of Pella High School, will reside at 912 West Third Street, Pella, with Miss Ver Ploeg employed at Knoxville Veterans Hospital and Mr. Steenhoek at Star Oil Co. in Pella.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Corinne Ver Ploeg
Gradus Ver Ploeg
Simon Steenhoek, Jr
Simon Steenhoek
Pelli
First Reformed Church
Pella
Anthony Haverkamp
Dick de Heus
Fred Whalley
Arlene Ver Ploeg
Jayde Steenhock
Arnold Dykhuis
Gerald Verros
Henry Ver Ploeg
Gary Steenhoek
Donald Boertje
Carler
Russell Redeker
John de Jong
Alonzo Ver Ploeg
Gladys
Lorna Ver Ploeg
Ruth’ Pippel
Dolores Rempe
Mary Jo Schakel
Marilyn de Zwarte
Shirley Rook
Kenneth Menninga
Carroll Boot
JoAnn Veenstra
Pella High School
Veterans’ Hospital
Knoxville
Star Oil Company
West Third Street
Otley
Southeast Region
Amvets
Loretta I. Stierneman
Betty Crivaro
Ralph J. Rossignuolo
Amvers
Des Moines
Helen Sass
Lincoln
Dom van Gorp
Flossie Stine
Monroe
Opal Lienknecht
Leona Jones
Marshalltown
Verta Holtorff
Pomeroy
Eldon
J. M. van Vliet
Kathryn Vriezelaar
Otley Group
Veterans
Star Oil Co
Women Planned Family Living Program for Year
Mrs James Holland Mrs Boyd Rankin Mrs Bill Burrells Mrs Harold Loynacan Mrs Myron Nollen Mrs L C Shivvers and Merilyn Olson county extension home economist met in the extension office Friday to plan the family living program for 1956 57 The group contacted local organizations to determine how the extension service could assist Marion County residents in the coming year This program is one of many offered to Marion County people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Holland
Boyd Rankin
Bill Burrells
Harold’ Loynacan
Myron Nollen
L. C. Shivvers
Merilyn Olson
Iadies
Marion County
Live and Learn Club Meets for Bird Study and Poems
The Live and Learn Club gathered Thursday at Mrs. Harold Slings home with twelve members and two children present. Mrs. John Grandin and Mrs. Henry Kempe led a program featuring poems and a bird habits study. A mystery package was guessed by Mrs. Mark De Prenger and the winner was Mrs. Anthony Ver Meer. Lunch was served by Mrs. Ben Vos and Mrs. Dale Roorda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Live and Learn Club
Harold Slings
John Grandin
Henry Kempe
Mark de Prenger
Anthony Ver Meer
Ben Vos
Dale Roorda
Ministers Enlisted In Nation’s Soil Stewardship
The article notes church leaders and local officials aiding soil conservation, emphasizing unselfish service, lack of salaries for many officials, and the spiritual drive behind stewardship. Ministers deliver sermons on soil care and guide congregations, while Soil Conservation Service technicians log extra hours in protecting the earth’s balance and resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Garden of Eden
Soil Conservation Service
Dance for Generations Shows Reservoir Promise and Perils
A movement links past present and future to a vast reservoir designed to trap and store water for drought and flood. The text envisions water for crops, livestock, cities, industries, and individuals, balancing abundance and scarcity across seasons.
Marcia Kuyper Featured in Gordon Gammack's Column
Gordon Gammack notes Marcia Kuyper now at NBC New York as associate director on the Max Liebman TV spectaculars. The Pella native, a State University of Iowa graduate, rose from script girl to production information center role and timing supervisor, overseeing scenery, artwork, sound effects, makeup and technical elements. Also featured is a front-page photo and coverage of Pella Tulip Time with Sandra Cummings and attendants referencing Tulip Queen pageantry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oskaloosa Department of Women’s Club
Ruth Kistner
Central Methodist
R. H. Timmerman
South 6Th Ext
Oskaloosa
Iowa
Ruth Emerson Kist
Gordon Gammack
Des Moines Evening Tribune
Marcia Kuyper
National Broadcasting Company
New York
Max Liebman
Pella
Marcia
Henry Kuypers
State University of Iowa
National Broadcasting Co
the Tribune
Sandra Cummings
Andrea Boat
Geraldine Rus
Mary Lou Ten Hagen
Marleen Duven
Quadruplets Born to Toggenberg Nanny Goat in Reinbeck
In Reinbeck a Toggenberg nanny goat gave birth to four offspring, a rare litter as goats usually have two or three. The event stands out for its unusual number of arrivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reinbeck
Toggenberg
Iowa to raise polio shot age to nineteen by May
Sufficient polio vaccine will be produced in May and June to immunize all Iowans through age 19. About 300,000 children have started the series, with most having two shots. The age limit will expand from 3 through 12 on May 15, and a third shot is not given this season to extend supply. The National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis says third shots must come from private doctors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State Department of Health
State Health Department
National Foundation For
Foundation
Gas Flame Spurts From 200 Foot Deep Well Casing
Workmen near Pomeroy last week found a gas flame issuing from a 200 foot deep well casing. The fiery outlet provided warmth as crews worked to secure the site and assess the leak. Authorities prepared inspections to determine safety measures for nearby properties and personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pomeroy
Gas Escapes From Albert Seehusen Farm Drill
A gas pocket was struck during water drilling at Albert Seehusen’s farm, escaping from the well casing for about 30 hours before dissipating. No injuries reported. Authorities monitored the site and advised standard safety precautions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Seehusen
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Steenhoek
Oskaloosa Women's Club
Chronicle
D. C. C. W. District
Catholic Women
Weller
St. Mary's Chuch
Mannhardt
Father Herber
Father Olivier
Father Mannhardt
Father Geers
Olivier
Herber
Morrissery
Pound
John Heffron
Harry Hannam
Louis Sacco
Angelia Paveglea
Amvet Auxiliary Spring Meeting
IP. E. C
Ie van Cleave
South
Elliott Studio
S. A. Kooyman
Mrs
Jake Ustermarkt
R. R
Leighton
Dick (Estellone) de Jong
Florence Tucker
J. J. VanderWerff R. R
the Nation's Churches
Abun
Livermore
Oskaloces
Martin Naaktgeboren
Mie
Etry
RPS
Meone Boat
Bible Youth
Crusaders Rally
Sully, Iowa Community Hall
Caribbean Islands
Terre
KODAK
Duaflex
Inc
Paardekooper’s
Kodak Pony
Ideal Pharmacy
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