09 Nov 1965
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1965
Page
1
The Chronicle editorial page states its policy of fair coverage and open exchange of opinion. It invites reader comments on any published material, noting that all contributions are subject to editing and must meet same standards as staff writings.
Faye Van Wyk was named Queen of Pella Community High School during Homecoming Skit night on October 12 in the Junior High Auditorium. Her Royal Court included Mary Farrer Gale Wesselink Maria Van Wyk and Susan Kuyper amid festivities ahead of the October 15 Snake dance and bonfire before the Osceola game.
November 9 1965 Pella Chronicle notes Pella High defeated Kuyper Field visitors 14 to 6 in Homecoming football amid injuries to key players. Families of Van Gorp Van Ee Van Wyk and Byers attend. Also marked is Stanton Eysink turning 6 with grandparents and a sponge cake celebration.
In Pella the Armistice and Memorial Day observances decline while Vietnam War news and draft protests dominate headlines. Veterans groups meet privately and local businessmen do little, signaling a muted public observance as American troops endure conflict abroad.
The piece argues China seeks to redraw power by pressuring India in the India Pakistan war while the United States and Soviet Union aim to contain Red China. It notes Vietnam aid under Russian auspices and lauds civil rights reorganization under Hubert Humphrey as a move to streamline federal efforts, with questions about long term effectiveness and governance.
As congressional action winds down, the Johnson administration must assemble a coherent and effective administrative program. The effort will be watched closely to see how well it succeeds.
Goodyear tests show braking drag drops sharply on wet roads as tires ride on a water film. At 70 mph a 1000 pound tire experiences only about five pounds of drag, risking loss of road friction. Advice urges good tread, slower speeds, and smooth braking.
Jay Venema husband of Rose De Wit Venema of 1634 Judd Avenue Southwest Grand Rapids Michigan died Monday November 1 at Riverton General Hospital from a cerebral hemorrhage. The Venemas had visited Seattle with Robert De Wit’s family and were en route to Oregon National Cemetery when he fell ill. The funeral was at Kuiper Funeral Home in Grand Rapids.
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