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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1940
Page
10
A collection of social events from Marion and neighboring communities including birthday parties for Ruth Ver Meer and Betty Mae Miedema, a Silver Wedding Anniversary for John and wife, a Prairie Maids meeting at Van Rheenen's, Lambda events with Sigma Delta Epsilon, and Baptist Mission Society plans. Local clubs, church groups, and rural chorus achievements are noted alongside hostesses and guest lists.
Church services listed led by Rev. M. Monsma pastor with 9 30 am service from I Peter 5 10 11 Perfected established strengthened and a Sunday service with a Dutch title What is a True Faith at 7 30 pm Pa 61 1 3 I Know My Transgressions.
Miss Johan Ronde and Raymond R. Van Heukelom wed Thursday at the Theological seminary, with Rev. William Goulooze officiating. The bride wore white, with aqua accessories for her sister Jennie De Ronde’s gown. reception followed at the Goulooze home for 25 guests. Van Heukelom, a Central College graduate from Pella, will serve as pastor near Byron Center after being installed June 20. The couple will visit Iowa before settling in Michigan.
The Church of the Open Bible led by Pastor Geo R. Vawter will host a mid week session and Sunday school morning worship focusing on The Coming Great Tribulation. Members and guests are invited to attend.
R. J. Vanden Berg serves as minister at 9 80 a m Sunday School with the sermon Jere ach Announces the New Covenant. Memorial Day Service follows at 10 45 a m with theme Priceless Liberty as the local American Legion and Auxiliary host the event at Second Church.
Rev G Menning delivers Sunday school at 4 30 on Jeremiah Announces the New Covenant. College Baccalaureate led by Rev Herbert S Van Gettigen at 7 30 in the College Chapel during the union service.
The sixty second Annual State Camp Meeting of the Iowa Holiness Association will be held at University Park near Oskaloosa May 31 June 9 1940. Cup workers include Dr. Paul H. Rees Minneapolis Minn Dr. Warren G. McIntyre Wilmore Kentucky Rev. W L Mullett Wooster Ohio Rev C W Troxel Tientsin China.
Reverend J. Vander Ploeg will lead Sunday morning worship at 9 30 with Mr G J Rozenboom of Calvin Seminary speaking. Sunday School follows at 11 00 G J Rozenboom returns in the afternoon and Dr R J Haan of Hull attends at 7 30 for evening services as the pastor travels to Newton for a classical appointment.
Reverend A Haverkamp leads Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship with Reverend John A Dykstra in the Holland service at Third Reformed Church at 2 00 afternoon and a sacred musical at Douwstra Chapel in the evening.
Paul Christenson leads Sabbath School at 9 30 preaching at 10 45 by Alfred Van Benschoten with subject Facing Toward Jerusalem No evening services due to Sacred Musical Program at the new College Chapel Ladies Aid meets Wednesday afternoon May 29 at the church hostesses listed include Mrs Grace Lautenbach Mrs Pauline Sadler Mrs Juanita Sack Mrs Jeanette Van Rockelan and Mrs Joe Morrow
The Central Bay notes the Associated Women Students meeting to elect council members for 1940 41 replacing Y W with new officers Ruth Jurgens joins judiciary Frances Read becomes secretary Gladys Kooy is vice president Mary Du Bois social president Dorothy De Boer treasurer Lucille Kleinjan senior rep Lorraine Barickman sophomore rep Bernace Vander Linden town rep.
Iowa Beta chapter of Pi Kappa Delta hosted the Iowa Epsilon (Simpson) chapter for a banquet on May 15. Henry Cox played violin as members in gowns inducted new members, recalling a Tennessee trip, with Irene Bogard and Roy Vander Kamp aiding. Ed Huibregtse read the ritual emphasizing fraternity standards.
The American Legion Auxiliary operates an occupation therapy program at the U S Veterans Administration Facility in Des Moines to produce poppies for sale next Saturday. One World War veteran supervises material procurement, training, packing and shipping with weekly pay of one cent per poppy. The 246 veterans, mostly Legion members, have earned 4791 00 across 246 workers with 4 791 00 distributed to 245 men, funding clothing and needs for families and youth groups.
A reflection on the essential need for money in life and the small relief a single man seeks in a hospital bed, hoping for at least one dollar to spend on something that brings a touch of comfort and cheer.
The Central College Music Department showcased Emily Kuyper and Melba Hovkstra in a chapel recital featuring pieces by Schubert Debussy Handel Chopin Puccini and several other composers. The program included works such as Harmonious Blacksmith and Madame Butterfly arias.
Mary Ames advises broiling steak at moderate heat without cover to preserve flavor and juices. She recommends sirloin and porterhouse uncooked covered, uses 400 degrees for about seven to ten minutes for medium thickness, and notes broiling can be done in a skillet if no broiler is available. A lighter touch with butter and parsley enhances taste.
Tama county supervisors weigh using the domestic animal fund to cover two dogs owned by James Herink after both were attacked and killed by a stray hound. The claim draws local sympathy as residents discuss liability and care for lost pets.
A compact recipe tale details a spicy tomato sauce using condensed tomato soup and cloves for meat cakes. It provides ground beef and pork with onions, parsley, mashed potatoes, mustard, egg, and spices, formed into cakes, fried until browned, and served with the hot sauce.
Bernard Bartholomew of Iowa City appears in a terse item after he allegedly threw a board through a school window. He is out on bond of 200 dollars. The brief notes the spring fever motif and the act against school property in restrained terms.
Genevieve Thompson left a cleaning gasoline container under a tree by her porch in Page county. On Sunday the jug exploded, the container spraying gasoline as flames were sparked by sun rays under the tree.
Mrs. Russell Roth inspecting hen nests discovered two dead hens and a live raccoon curled in the third nest. The raccoon had reportedly been released by the game reserve board.
The text notes Tweed Ontario turning down a proposed post office, arguing Ottawa funds should instead support war prosecution. It briefly mentions a Pierson family and a death after an operation, and references a record tour of net micitis oper th. The fragmentary report ties local decisions to national wartime priorities and local bereavement.
A brief ad notes 20¢ lines of chocolate creams and chocolate mint patties offered for 13¢ each this week at The Book Shop. The message highlights a bargain option aimed at shoppers seeking discount confectionery.
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