Parsons Defeats Central College 24 6 In Fairfield
Parsons College overcame Central College 24 to 6 in Fairfield as Bill Jerome scored twice and Roy Martin added a 7 yard run. Bob Ellsworth and Dean Van Zee combined on key plays, while Central’s Don Weller left with a concussion. The Dutchmen suffer fifth straight loss as Parsons gains fourth straight win.
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Chuck Ausherman
Central College
Parsons College
Fairfield
Dutchmens
Parsons
Mighty
Mite
Oskaloosa
Bob Ellsworth
Pella
Jone
Dean van Zee
Bill Jerome
Harry Jaeger
Merlin Rostermundt
Bob Campbell
Roy Martin
Athquarte Verra
Phil Delone
Norm den Hartog
Inviting Talented Citizens to Join in Practice for Messiah
The Pella community is invited to the first Messiah choir rehearsal at Douwstra Chapel on Sunday October 22 at 2 30 pm. Faculty listed include Farndell for orchestra Le Cocq for soprano Keizer for tenor and Grooters for bass, under M S Thostenson.
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Pella
Douwstra Chapel
Farndell
le Cocq
Dr. Keizer
Grooters
M. S. Thostenson
Friends Invited to Otley Dorenas Society Anniversary
Invitation to the 55th anniversary program of the Dorens Society of the Otley Re formed Church on Friday evening October 27 at 7 30. Dialogues and musical numbers plus a film on travels through the Netherlands by Mr PIL Kuyper. Social hour in the church basement follows. all welcome.
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Dorens Society
Otley Reformed Church
Netherlands
Pil Kuyper
Second Midweek Bargain Day Was a Great Success
Crowded downtown streets and curb parking premiums marked a busy Wednesday October 11 as Pella merchants lured traders with farm women in tow to the livestock sale at the Sales Barn. Jack Boatsma presided in Garden Square at 4:30 pm as corn contest winners and gifts were drawn. long car by D K Vander Waal and heaviest ear by Harry Kuiper led a list of prizes including a Maytag washer and radio. A November Bargain Midweek Festival was announced.
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D. K. Vander Waal
John A. Vander Wal
The
Corn Contest Committee
Harry G. Kuiper
Garden Square
Bernie Menninga
Vander Wal
Pella
Jack Boatsma
Bob Omick
Clifford van Rheenen
Patty Rysdam
Willis de Geus
Otley
Salvation Army Appeals for Children’s Clothing and Bedding
Salvation Army committee urges donations of used clothing for children aged 2 to 10 and 2 to 3 year olds. Needed items include coats, trousers, shirts, underwear, shoes, and overshoes, plus a double bed mattress with bedding. Contact Mrs Marion Van Gorp at Green 199.
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Salvation Army S. O. S
Marion van Gorp
Salvation Army
Swarthmore Librarian to Speak at Douwstra Chapel
Swarthmore College librarian Charles B Shaw will give an illustrated lecture at Douwstra Chapel on Thursday October 26 at 11:00 a.m. His topic Our Typographic design covers points to look for in a well printed book Miss Lammers Central's Librarian praises the program as worthwhile.
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Charles B. Shaw
Swarthmore College
Swarthmore
Penn
Douwstra
Lammers
Central
Shaw
Central radio schedule with concerts and church programs
KEBS radio guide lists Olive Hancock and Carlton at 7 3 00 Central Spotlight. Rachmaninoff Second Piano Concerto slated. Sunday service at Christian Reformed Church and Baptist church broadcasts at 9 30 and 10 46. Tuesday features Radio Edition of the Central Bay and Campus Music Shop with Romberg Desert Song selections.
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Central Spotlight
Olive Hancock
Carlton
Ert
Rachmaninoff
Christian Reformed Church
Baptist
Central Bay
Campus Music Shop
Romberg
Dr J N Kerr Rescued by Helicopter After Snowbound Trip
Friends in Akron report Dr J N Kerr was rescued by helicopter after being marooned by heavy snowfall during a hunting trip. His condition is stated as critical.
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Akron
J. N. Kerr
Kates May Get Free Ducats for College Play
Pella area residents named Kate Catherine Cathy or Kate Kits may win free reserved seats to Alpha Psi Omega’s College play The I ess at Central College on Nov two and four. Six names win one seat each, with extra perk for Washington Street residents. The drama retells a Henry James tale of love, frustration, and revenge debuting in Midwest as a notable Central College production.
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Iess
Alpha Psi Omega
Central
Washington Street
Sloper
Washington Square
Pella
Catherines
Midwest
Henry Ames
Free Movies at Memorial Hall October 26
Under Amvet Post auspices two films will be shown at Memorial Hall on October 26 at 7 45 p m The program includes Our Story focusing on WWII veterans readjustment led by Harold Russell and a film about the Arlington National Cemetery carillon dedication honoring WWII dead A social hour will follow with musical numbers by local groups
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Locrl Amvet Post and Auxiliary
Harold Russell
Amvets
Arlington National Cemetery
Truman
Congress
Memorial Hall
Central College Plans Homecoming Weekend Details
Central College gears up for a Homecoming on November 3 and 4 led by Greta Nelson of Brooklyn Iowa as Social Chairman. Skit Nite previews are in, alumni events include a Koffee Klatch after the game and a business meeting of the Alumni Council, with Alpha Psi Omega presenting The Heiress on November 2 and 4.
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Central College
Greta Nelson
Brooklyn
Iowa
Central
Simpson
Pella- Area
Alpha Psi Omega
Maurice Birdsall
Keith Emmert Recovers After Polio Bout
Keith Emmert is recovering in hospital after polio illness. Reports say he responds to physical therapy with his left leg severely affected but leg and arm gradually regaining strength. He recently left the hospital for a short ward visit in a wheelchair with an attendant, first outing since September 28.
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Mro
Mrs. C.F
Towa
Buerkens
Towa Wisconsin
Keith Mimes
Keith
Pella Future Farmers Attend National PLFA Convention
Pella High School instructor Clarence Zeigler led Garden City Chapter members Allan Van Charles Beintema Robert De Cook Ralph Ver Powys Norman Vanden Baard Carroll Boot Arnold Dykhuis Alvin Van Houw King William Van Houwelingen Ray Meulpolder LeRoy Nuyteren on a trip to the National PLFA Convention in Kansas City Missouri from October 10 to October 12. Noted speakers included Secretary of Agriculture Charles Brannan and Henrik Kauffman ambassador of Denmark. The group discussed program counts and national honors awarded.
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Allan van
Charles Beintema
Robert de Cook
Ralph Ver Powys
Norman Vanden Baard
Carroll Boot
Anold Dykhuis
Alvin van Houw King
William van Houwelingen
Ray’ Meulpolder
LeRoy Nuyteren
Mr. Zeigler
Year of Art Department Activities at Central College
Central College art department announces a year of exhibits led by Mr. Laurence Mill featuring Iowa and Florida landscapes through October 28, followed by a textures-focused portfolio show. The schedule includes a Pella group show for Homecoming, a late November sculpture exhibition, a December children’s exhibit with 400 pieces planned, a January Bartels exhibit, Alpha Psi Omega display, and a March Pella Vicinity Show with ongoing gallery displays throughout the year.
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Laurence Mill
Central College
Iowa
Florida
Pella
Buerkens
Mills
Pella Chldren
Bartels
Towa
Alpha Psi Omega
Central
Maurice Birdsall
Aye
Twelve Pound Cabbage Shown in Chronicle Window
Dozens of gardening enthusiasts viewed a twelve pound cabbage grown by William Van Ee of Otley. The 12 inch diameter head stood eight inches tall with a solid form and rich color, described as a wonderful vegetable by onlookers at The Chronicle office window last weekend.
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Chronicle
William van Ee
Otley
Walter H. Fowler Pioneer in Pella Telephone Service
Walter H. Fowler marked his 77th birthday and 51st year in the telephone business in Pella. He arrived in 1891, built an exchange on Franklin Street, expanded to Main Street, and helped pioneer rural lines. He later branched into autos, radio, and electric lighting, contributing to early broadcasting efforts and community utilities. The article notes his long career and local impact.
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W.H. Fowler
Pella
Walter I
Wally) Fowler
Fowler
Central College
Ontario
Canada
Detroit
Michigan
Stuart
Central
Walter
Iowa State College
Exchange
Franklin Street
Wilson Jewelry
Geelhoed Drygoods
van Sittert
J. J
Rusty) Wilson
Des Moine
Harvey
Charley Dean de Geest
J. J. Vander Werth
Main’ Street
Telephone Exchange
Local Art Exhibit Seeks Paintings and Crafts
Mr. Laurence Mills of Central College invites artists to submit paintings drawings and crafts for the Fella Group Exhibit to be displayed in the college sculleries during November. Individuals wishing to exhibit should contact him.
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Pella
Mills
Laurence Mills
Central
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