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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1936
Page
4
A reader recalls the Des Moines demonstration for Governor Landon. E C Beaning said it indicated a trend toward greater political engagement and possible support for the campaign.
Letters from Des Moines readers praise Governor Landon and his appeal to labor and farm voters. Participants describe large crowds, orderly demonstrations, and a favorable impression of Landon’s sincerity and presence, suggesting a potential path to victory.
Miss Cornelia Dalenberg, a missionary to Arabia, spoke in native dress about needs in her field. Rev. Fred De Jong outlined work among Kentucky Mountaineers and the importance of identifying with one’s people. Rev. George Lang described the Omaha Indian mission at Macoy, with Professor Gould, the new Central speech instructor, also featured.
Reverend Ben De Vries and his wife visited Pella where he, a popular student and Y M C A figure, spoke briefly about his work in India. He noted that since 1929 India Mission staff losses had not been replaced due to finances.
Mrs H Markus widow of Merman Markus who died in 1928 passed away at the Home For the Aged Saturday night at 11 00 oclock aged 12 years six months and 27 days after a long illness Funeral services held at the Home For the Aged Tuesday afternoon Rev G Menning officiating Interment in Oakwood She was born March 5 1854 in Westergeest Netherlands came to America at age 30 in 1484 Survived by two children Mrs Sarah Smith of Prairie City and John Markus of Oskaloosa Six grandchildren She was the last of her family with many friends who regret her demise.
Mr and Mrs Dennis Groenendyk mourn the loss of their three year eight month old son Clarence at their Leighton home last Saturday born January 6 1933. He survived by his parents Blanche Knoot nee Groenendyk brother Donald Lee and grandparents living near Leighton Beacon. Ill health plagued him most of life despite full care and prayers. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 12 30 pm at the home and 1 pm at Leighton Christian Reformed Church with Rev C Witt officiating and burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
Tickets for the Chamber of Commerce dinner tonight are all sold, with many requests denied due to limited availability. Attendees can expect excellent programs and a satisfying dinner, while those left out are urged to act early for future events.
A North Dakota visitor under coach Harry Gamage mimics Illinois formations in an Iowa Stadium preview before the Hawkeyes homecoming clash on Oct 17. The lineup features veterans Lannon, Harris, De Heer, Walker, Farrah, Liggett, Osmaloski, plus sophomores Balazs and Eicherly and standout Simmons with Hild. Tickets for the minor game were moving fast amid a near capacity crowd for Town’s 25th homecoming opening Friday.
The schedule for October 16 features a football game alongside a varied set of events. Participants, venues, and exact times are listed in the program as part of a busy sports and entertainment day.
W J Johns former Marion county deputy treasurer was found guilty in district court at Adel on embezzlement charges related to a 2700 shortage in the treasurer office, with only 900 tied to a single day. Trial venue moved from Knoxville. bonding company paid the entire shortage. Costs covered by a mill tax fund. Nearby, Marvin and Harry Cornick named in a 7100 damage suit from Mt Pleasant filed by Richard Joiner over a May car crash involving Iowa Wesleyan students.
After two inches of rain last Sunday Peoria enjoys sun and growth. The Rev J Vander Ploeg declined the local call. J Blom read a Tolland language sermon and Cornelius Vander spoke in English. Next Sunday Rev J Vikaart will lead both services. Consistory monthly meeting names new ministers I Van Dellen J M Dykstra G A Lysenga. School board holds monthly meeting. church ladies cleaned the building. Local residents face illness and farm relocation while Mahaska County Democrats rally.
An assortment of small ads appears including a for rent notice for one large furnished or unfurnished room at 609 South Main street with a married couple or single woman preferred, a $5000 first mortgage loan inquiry, a help wanted ad for progressive young men to learn automobile salesmanship at Ulrich Motor Co. in Pella, and lost item notice for a green and black fountain pen in the business district.
W. K. Beintema John R. Gezel and H. H. Sadler made a trip to Des Moines on Wednesday. Billy recounted the journey describing Hoge’s fright at a policeman while Billy, used to big cities, consoled him. Bernie Vander Linden was in Des Moines Wednesday to inspect the Rexall train with a large merchandise display in the drug store line.
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