08 Oct 1942
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1942
Page
1
Large crowds attended the Pella Horse and Mule show held in October, with judges praising animals and noting strong rivalry among contestants. Horses, mules, and poultry drew interest from townspeople, while ducks and hens also drew exhibitors and visitors, amid positive remarks on the event’s organization.
Poultry show results list multiple winners including Dwight Mathie Herman Nolen White De Maan and Jacob De Maan in Leghorn and rock categories. The event crowned a champion coed and a series of entries from White Rock and De Maan lines.
The exhibition featured Bogaards driving top horses and mules, with Bill Bogaards' team and mare earning grand honors. Notable participants included Frank Bartley of Oskalouss aiding Gradus and Con Ver Ploeg, while Willis Mathes and other locals shared roles. Judges noted riders' horsemanship amid spirited debates on placements.
A small crowd of boys and girls with ponies gathered for a holiday show. Some riders earned ribbons while others felt the sting of losses, their faces showing joy and disappointment alike.
Horse show results list award winners across divisions including Yearling Fillies and Geldings Yearling Stallions Two-Year-Olds Filly or Gelding Three-Year-Old and Over Mares Geldings and Stallions. Notable champions include W A Rogaards as Champion Draft Horse and Frank Hull as Champion Stallion with multiple placings by J M Van Zante and Ellis Metcalf among others.
Doris Dockendorff with her pony Birdie won a class, Marilyn Ver Ploeg rode Frosty to first prize in the small pony class and Chocolate Sundae second in the colt class, while Arlyn Ver Ploeg led Major to first in the large pony class.
The article notes Birdie winning and Lb securing a Good Laremanship prize as ponies struggled with commands. Marilyn Ver Plows and Arlyn stand out for control and grace in riding while Red King, Ver Ploeg’s stallion, placed second due to nervousness. Calls arise to rope off the arena and add a loudspeaker so judges' remarks reach all spectators.
Public notices urge readers to invest in War Bonds with a simple weekly purchase plan. The ad emphasizes that anyone can contribute, promoting the idea of steady, disciplined saving through regular payroll deductions.
Don K Struthers of the Iowa State College agricultural extension urges farmers to adjust binders properly to cut soybeans at the right stage and avoid losses. He advises delaying eating before pods brown, using correct binder settings, leaving beans in shock to cure, and using proper racks during threshing to protect yields. A bulletin titled Adjusting of Grain Binder details these steps and is available locally.
Marion County jury convenes next week with ten on the docket including drunken driving, assault with intent to kill, and homicide. Sheriff Applegate and County Clerk Rading compiled evidence. cases involve Pierre Antomorii, Haugh shooting, and murder counts. Additional entries cover thefts, arrests, and various county charges across multiple towns.
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