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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1940
Page
8
Pella's Little Dutch built a 50 yard KO return by Koopmans and a 50 yard interception return as Klootwyk kicked the late winner. Both teams fought stiff defense in a tense game on Indianola’s field with Pella ultimately holding in the closing minutes.
Students discuss locker room slogans and outfits as Jo Bean showcases a fashion trend mirroring Marvin. Jerry Carpenter boosts team pep, while Miss Gosselink’s costume and a big red bow draw praise. Faculty thanks accompany notes of competition with Indianola and wishes for Donald Van Maalen’s speedy return. Six weeks tests are mentioned as in-class papers.
The Little Dutch seconds and the Panther Cubs fought to a scoreless draw on the Knoxville field Saturday morning. Pella threatened in the first half but could not advance beyond the 12 yard line. Knoxville drove to the Pella two yard line late in the fourth, while punting kept the visitors in Knoxville territory. Doyle Koder led a strong line for Pella, with Wayne Koder and Louis Palmquist excelling. for Knoxville Bailey and Howser stood out.
Susie Style Scout reviews a coed outfit worn by Mary Jane Vande Voort featuring a royal blue corduroy skirt tan leather belt white shirt waist white terry cloth anklets and brown sport shoes. Her red hair and styling completed the well fitted costume. another week awaits.
A lively rehearsal of the one act play Wieners on Wednesday directed by Miss Mary Lou ise Renaud promises an amusing assembly program. The cast includes Mr. Foster Gordon Rugaard Mrs Sara Buwalda Marian Lorraine LeCocq Jack Billy Vi Madame Castinell zelaar Betty Vrie.
Knoxville dominated with scoring pressure as Bill Brown led the visit with multiple runs. Pella showed fight though unable to cross Knoxville’s line, with Ver Meer connecting to Lautenbach for a 25 yard pass in the second quarter. Mark and Brown starred for Knoxville while Dingeman and Koopmans stood out for Pella.
Eddie Van Zante, a P. H. 8 junior, swept the recent poultry show with Leg horn chickens earning a grand championship three firsts and one second. The youngster expressed pride in his achievements and received hearty congratulations from the community.
Sadie Hawkins Day filled Pella High with Dogpatch visitors from Coxpatch Kentucky for a Sadie Hawkins program. Miss Mary Spencer guest speaker in government class spoke on naturalization and citizen steps while students and teachers cooperated on events.
Freshman picnic at Edmundson Park near Oskaloosa on October 8 drew nearly all the freshman class. Teachers and a few boys provided transportation while girls prepared refreshments of three to dors and a bushel of apples. Boys organized football and other sports as the event unfolded with staff including Mr Birdsall Nutting Ruby Miss Feber and Miss Hepfinger.
Cora Heeren and Everett Trueblood were named the girl and boy winners in Dogpatch High School’s Sadie Hawkins Day event held Friday. Faculty members and students participated, with Mr Birdsall and Mr Nutting featured among the organizers.
A Griffins program on Indian folklore wowed Pella High students in a Monday assembly. Dressed in colorful attire, the Griffins demonstrated sign language medicine magic and dances such as the War Dance Hunter’s Dance and Rabbit Dance.
Donald Van Haalen a sophomore at Pella High School returned to school with a big smile after winning second place in the Ak-Sar-Ben event in Omaha Nebraska. His calves were given a very good rating for the show judging.
An editorial urges readers to stop criticizing and instead offer praise. It questions whether critics could do better under pressure and applauds Sadie Hawkins Day, crediting the high school student council, faculty, and students for a successful celebration and cohesive effort.
News of Wilma Slot's illness reaches P H 8 as students and faculty express sympathy. They note she is missed for her witty remarks and compare two queen bees fighting to sting and pull hair.
The Little Dutch meet Winterset Friday October 18 in an out of town game. Coach C Claypool expects improved form with faster backfield and tougher line as both teams bring heat from last week’s efforts. Dad’s Day at Winterset adds home field edge as Pella fans are urged to attend and back the squad.
The Pep Club invites high school students to submit original cheers for athletic events. Each entry costs fifty cents to submit, and at least four yells will be used. Entries must be original and signed by the author. The contest ends at 1 o clock on October 21.
Students of today will be teachers of tomorrow under Miss Elnora Hepfinger. The senior Normal Trainers study primary grade reading methods and hope for future success as educators.
Last week the class observed at Lincoln school with Miss Milliken Beebe and Hyde. The girls found it interesting and were impressed by the work in kindergarten through second grade. They prepare reading tables materials and expel charts based on pictures children like and understand. More power to you Normal Train Ainge seivls.
In Claypool supervised sessions, six week tests loom large as the history era debates grow heated. Coach claims Commercial Law is liveliest, especially during case arguments. Ver Heul notes Geometry as strongest class, while students work on a piece of string and efforts in the “Second War” project.
Students bring samples to explore plant root systems while heat studies in General Science focus on various heat types. Future engineers engage with hands on learning, probing depths and practical experiments, reflecting a lively science program.
Suzy Tosaw delivered the school spirit with notable stage presence. The text notes acting and direction were admired by onlookers, reflecting strong community support for the campus drama's performance.
The Library of Pella expands with nine new fiction titles and educational works adding depth to shelves. Changes reflect ongoing updates to collections and reader access.
A splendid staff of librarians take charge of the library under the supervision of Miss Elnora Heppinger who spends much of her time in trying to modernize the library. There is now a standard system of cards and files. The staff wishes that you take care of the library and take advantage of what it offers.
Uncle Hank offers blunt guidance for students about not playing hockey pushing by lockers avoiding dorm missteps. He warns against bumping shoulders and doodling to prevent trouble. He notes seniors are observant and urges girls to back bashful boys while avoiding mischief in the ag room.
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