Pella area notices and visits span churches and travel
Local items list visits to Pella by Rev. Gradus Vander Linden and family, attendance at Central College board meetings, and evangelistic meetings in Burlington. Mentions of graduations, travel to Oskaloosa for hospital and nursing care, and several couples and families visiting or touring, all reflecting community ties and church activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gradus Vander Linden
Wood
Chicago
Avith
Central College Board
Death notice for Martinus De Jong in Iowa family obituary
Martinus De Jong died at 8 14 7 AM at home after a heart ailment. Born January 1 18 in Lak township he lived there his whole life, married Maria Richards, and was survived by Mrs Sels and Mrs Ks, two sisters Mrs K Verrips of Pella Ardenna of Sioux town and by three others near Worthington. Funeral Thursday May 23 at 2 00 at home with Rev A Haverkamp of First Reformed Church conducting. Interment in Lam cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinus Sele
Anand Gertrude de Jong
Lak Tinwnship
Maria the Richards
Sels
K. Verrips
Pella Ardenna
Sioux Ta
Martha Greiner obituary notes long teaching career
Martha N. Greiner died May 16 after a year long illness at her Peace street home. Born in Germany, she came to the United States with family, studied at the University of Michigan, taught in various places including Alliance Mt Union College, and settled in Pella in 1933. Funeral held last Saturday, body sent to Grand Rapids. Surviving: sister Miss Maria Greiner and nephew Waldo K. Greiner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha N. Greiner
Peace Street
Germany
Gr Michigan
University of Michigan
University of Wisconsin
Alliance
Mt. Union College
Pella
Grand Hapids
Prins
Hef
de Moor
North Blenton
Maria Greiner
Waldo K. Greiner
Detroit
Correction: obituary misidentified pastor in Roorda notice
The Chronicle corrects last week’s Gerrit J. Roorda obituary to state that the officiating pastor was R Vanden Berg of the Second Reformed Church, not Rev R Vander Ploeg. The error was unintentional.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerrit J. Roorda
R. Vander Ploeg
R. Vanden Berg
Second Reformed Church
Calyx Spray Timed For Apple Pest Control
County Agent Harry L. mn outlines the Calyx spray timing from May 1 to May 22 to combat codling moth larvae entering apples through the calyx tube. He warns that if this spray is missed, larvae can damage fruit and lead to larger broods later in the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry L. Mn
Gravy Making From Condensed Soups Shows Quick Gravy
A guide explains making creamy gravies using condensed soups mallows of chicken or mushroom bases. Steps include straining soup, cooking flour and fat, then adding milk or water to thicken. Variants include chicken gravy consomme mock turtle and mushroom beef gravy with specific measurements and yields.
Calyx spray urged to guard apples and other fruit crops
An extension horticulturalist from Iowa State College recommends a calyx spray to protect orchards from coddling moth and apple scab, especially with wet weather. The mix includes lime sulfur, hydrated lime, and lead arsenate in 50 gallons of water, with variations for plums and peaches. Bryson notes plums need slightly less lime sulfur and peaches require a lighter spray.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Edgecomb
Iowa State College Extension
Bryson
Corwith janitor trapped muskrat in furnace room incident
Chas Erickson, Corwith school janitor, reported a muskrat in the furnace room one evening. He shut the door to trap it, and the next morning found the rodent had gnawed a hole and became wedged. Students assisted in removing the animal and restoring order in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Erickson
Corwith
Wi Swamp
Poultry Hatch Reduced as Farmers Cut Baby Chick Production
Farmers across states cut February hatchings and egg sets in a USDA report. February commercial hatcheries hatched 138000 chicks, down 51 percent from 1939. Iowa set 1756000 eggs, 10 percent below last year. Nationwide, February hatch declined 40 percent on average across 535 hatcheries. Iowa led egg production with 173 million eggs in February, though below 1938 and 1939 totals. Turkeys: producers plan 4-5 percent more output, with heavier birds but less favorable marketing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Iowa
United States
Less Corn Means Soybean Increase In Iowa Agriculture News
Iowa farmers plan to cut corn acreage by about 12 percent and offset with a soybean rise, aided by AAA adjustments. The Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station lists soybean culture essentials including seedbed prep, heavy seeding, weed control, inoculation with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, and region-specific soybean varieties to improve yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State College
AAA
Towa Agricultural Experiment Station
Iowa
H. D. Hughes
Test Seed Corn Dusted Three Years Shows Benefit
Dr. C. S. Reddy of Iowa State College reports seed corn treated with mercury dust remains protective against seedling blights after three years when stored dry. Three year treated seed averaged 27.5 bushels per acre versus 29.5 for seed treated a day before planting. untreated seed averaged just under 26 bushels. The test suggests keeping seed dry preserves treatment benefits for years, though storage moisture increases injury risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. S. Reddy
Iowa State College
Conesville
Eddy
Reddy
ISU Pasture Bulletin Details 6 Month Feed Plan
Iowa State College releases a bulletin outlining a planned pasture program for six months of high quality feed. Based on 250 farmers across 45 counties, the guide covers lime and phosphorus use, fall grazing, seed mixes, inoculation, nurse crops, and sod improvement with legumes like sweet clover in old bluegrass. It also provides second year maintenance, woodlands grazing, and Western Iowa start up guidance amid heat and drought concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Iowa State College
State Hospital
Mt. Pleasant
Please Dont Burn Those Fence Rows
A fragmented note argues against burning fence rows, noting smoke and wasteful land use in Iowa fields. It cites research supporting leaving vegetative cover along fence lines and plowing under residues to reduce weed growth and protect wildlife and birds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Stop Look Listen at Railroad Crossings Safety
A safety message warns drivers to stop look and listen at crossings. It notes streamliners fast speed and limited visibility on country roads and emphasizes the danger of a car full of people being struck by a train.
Young Lucy Learns To Welcome Her Baby Brother
The text describes household warnings about burning fields and hazards to posts, alongside a family scene where Lucy shifts from jealousy to pride as she helps care for a newborn brother. Lucy's parents encourage bonding, and she proudly introduces the baby to visitors, marking a turning point in sibling affection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy
Johnny
Mother
Lucy's Nose Was Out of Joint
A child experiences jealousy when a new baby joins the family and temper fits begin after the infant’s birth. The parents observe Lucy’s behavior and recognize the issue, noting how proper handling can mitigate the problem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucy
Kitchen Cabinet for Sale at Dr Fox Home
A kitchen cabinet offered for sale described as very good condition. Buyer may contact Dr C J Fox's residence to arrange purchase.
Tysseling's Bicycle Auction Winner Thanks Help
Johnnie Sheppard thanks everyone who assisted in winning the bicycle at Tysseling's auction. The note expresses gratitude to the community and organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tysseling’s
Johnnie Sheppard
Also Mentioned on This Page
Keith Fox
Wes
Pax Cme Juemur Baws
Feu
Eas Fm
Vane Wa
Duane Sant
van Engel
Lansing
Board Central College
T. Plette
P.D. Wasaman
Pro City
John Braathart
David Braathart
Joe Vande Kieft
Joe Stientjes
Arnold Schippers
Minnesota
Leech Lake
Gerald Vrienelaar
Robert Lee
Burlington
Gerald
Charley Nieuwerf
Winterset
Telip
Nieuwerf
C. Hospers
Orange City
T. Hospers
Ed Cook
Peter Bloom
Oskala
Gerald Huyser
Frank Huyser
Mahaska Hospital
Jacob de Haan Jr
Lewis de Witt
Ames
Californi
Edward van Zante
Canada
New England
Gerald Paardekooper
Martha Kay
Knox Ville
M. T. Paardekooper
Vander Hurt
C. B. van
New Meaxe
Hess Lee Wesk
Yosona Feld
Kal
Missouri
Matthew Kempke
Gerald Kempe
Oskaloosa
Fairfiee
Fox
Stittches
Enna Woodsider
Harold Larsen
J. C. Quackenbush
P. T. McBride
Bess Synhorst
Paul Synhorst
Mr. McBride
Hot Springs
Arkansas
McBride
Bella
Mr .McBride
Illinois
Jacob Vande Voort
Bart Vande Voort
George F. Sadler
Mr. Sadler
Margaret Sullavan
James Stewart
Priscilla Lane
Thomas Mitchell
Dark Beintema
Leighton
Congo
Maise
Ann Sothern
Rita Johnson
John Carroll
Maisie
Virginia City
Keee Flynn
Miriams Hopkins
Randolph Scott
Humphrey Bogart
World News
Platt Hesse
Lincoln
Seagate
Millikin
Lois Jean Kool
Martinus Sell
Martha Greiner
Dorothy Greig
Turkey
Agriculture Department
Illini
Nchu
Dunfield
Ul ‘Goofeet
Pisa
Iment of Public Safety
Nancy Hall
Bermuda
Jersey
Sudan
Atlas Sorgo
DE Jong
Vogelaar
Vogelaar’s
Perfection Oil
McCormick Deering
McCor
Mick Deering
Vogelaar's
Johnston
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!