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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1938
Page
7
Morning and evening services across Second and Third Reformed, Pella Baptist and Open Bible churches with pastor names, Sunday schools, specific sermon topics, and a radio sermonette by Rev J D Pikaart. Includes open invitation to weekend evangelistic services and youth programs.
Rev A Haverkamp pastor leads Sunday school at 9 30 a m morning worship titled A Day in Gods Courts at 10 45 a m Holland service at 2 00 p m and Third Reformed church evening praise at 7 80 p m Where is your Name Recorded
Leo Linder local manager of J C Penney Co spoke at a Thursday noon Rotary club luncheon. He joked about his life including his birth year and place Fairfield Iowa and 1896 or 1898, then recounted schooling and college, and his service overseas. The meeting planned a future gathering at Kriz ex turkey farm with wives as guests.
A former serviceman who fought in World War I recalled his Paris experiences and traced a career path from the U S Weather Bureau to a store clerkship and finally a managerial role at J C Penney Co. He has served nine years in that capacity and moved to Pella three years ago. His remarks drew good attendance and will be followed by a future address on a different topic.
William F Huyser 84 died Wednesday at 4 50 PM at home 1011 East First Street He leaves three sons Frank Andrew Anthony two daughters Anna at home and Mrs Joe Van de Kieft a daughter Jennie predeceased in 1924 Funeral at 1 PM Friday at home and 130 PM at Second Christian Reformed Church Rev Martin Monsma to officiate Interment Oakwood Friends describe him as cheerful and well liked with a kindly disposition.
Avoca funded a unique water softener at 32,500 to clear bathtub ring traces. City Clerk Watson notes hardness dropped from 32 to six grains per gallon. The plant handles 24 000 gallons hourly with daily demand near 90 000 gallons. Lime soda ash and alum clarify water before it enters a 110 000 gallon standpipe.
Farmers viewed the latest tractor models with automobile like cabs, safety gear, and comfort features. The midwest showcase highlighted deluxe upholstery, gas gauges, radios, heaters, and multiple gears. The piece suggests buyers may embrace these high end models and take curious spins around the farm.
Central college meets Iowa Wesleyan in Mt. Pleasant after two tough losses. Earl Leslie returns at end while De Haan can play part of the game. J. Davis sidelined. The Dutchmen aim for a win as fans expect big things and full strength is sought across the squad.
Turkey growers in Town met in Des Moines on September 22 to form a state turkey growers association. Officers named are Russell Lynn of Oskaloosa as president and Homer Grismore of Corydon as secretary-treasurer. The group will hold its first annual meeting at Iowa State College next February during Farm and Home Week. A. D. Oderkirk of the ISU Extension Service helped organize. The association aims to promote turkey interests and boost consumption.
The Chronicle announces a limited time offer for new and old subscribers. The yearly rate is $1.50, down from $2.00, equating to less than three cents per week. Readers are urged to subscribe now before the offer ends to save 50 cents and receive the latest happenings, features, and pictures.
The Rural Electrification Administration helps fulfill Thomas Edison’s prophecy of a breathing spell for invention. The late genius noted the world had seen the streetcar elevator and other marvels, and urged time to consolidate gains and develop present inventions to their full potential.
The document argues that electrical development in America has just begun, calling for a lull to consolidate gains, develop inventions, and expand electricity use across the nation. It emphasizes ongoing growth, innovation, and the widening impact of electrical technology.
Mrs M S Downey of Oskaloosa and Mrs Leonard Woodard of Minneapolis spent Thursday with granddaughter Vance Van Gorp and family. Dora Bootsma visited New Sharon with the Gorp home. Leland K Croll attended the Horse and Mule Show in Waterloo and plans a trip to St Louis. Myrtle De Haai and sister L R Pettit of Des Moines visited the De Haai home. De Haai operates a cafe on East 14th Street Des Moines.
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