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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1940
Page
2
Winner Lin Vander Waal performed a routine during the State Championship at Albia on Saturday. Pelladrum aided her progression through the routine, contributing to the victory in a key segment of the meet.
A late week feature highlights an Advanced Typing Class that set out to boost speed. Students, led by instructor Maurice Birdwall, practice under a measured schedule with hopes of raising words per minute from 30 to 85. The piece also covers Birdwall’s career from Clarion High and Grinnell College through Ocheyedan and Pella, detailing his extensive directing work and the upcoming high school play You Cant Take It With You scheduled for November 14.
The text highlights a stylish look for a young fellow at school. Louis Palmquist is named as wearing the outstanding costume of the week among the gents in P. H. 8, featuring navy loose weave trousers, a tan belt, a white sweat shirt with a school emblem, sport shoes, and black terry cloth accessories.
A group of Ottumwa teachers led by Minx Ver Heul attended a Southeastern Teachers Convention in Davenport guided by speaker Pierre Van Paasten. They visited Peoria and Galesburg, studied geometry and Latin classes, and observed high school standards before ending with an historic trip to Wyoming and Springfield New Salem.
Winterset defeated Pella 14 to 6 in a hard fought game. Winterset opened with short gains and penalties, then broke through with a blocked punt return and a late drive culminating in a Klootwyk touchdown. Pella scored late but could not complete the rally.
A lakeside guide from Spicer Minnesota rows up Crow River to Nest Lake and reels in a six pound pickerel that jumped into his boat without a hook line or sinker. The claim is repeated as true by the writer.
Chariton 6 Indianola 0 Lincoln 0 Knoxville 0 Valley 19 Alb in 0 Winterset 13 Pella 6 Why do people read more in the spring Because in autumn nature turns the leaves.
The piece argues citizenship grades reflect multiple traits beyond deportment and effort. It cites teacher bias in grading, urging teachers to consider cooperation attitude and overall conduct to fairly judge a student’s citizenship and avoid unfair penalties.
A reader laments wasted study hall periods in today’s high schools. Students often idle, reading papers or gazing out windows, claiming they must take books home yet not using in-class time effectively. The piece urges self review and discussion on reducing long homework expectations.
Luella receives the high award at a late contest and may advance to the regional meet in Minneapaia spring. She becomes eligible for national twirlers association. Accompanying Luella were Lela Belle Jarman Clifford Paltzer and Viola Revers along with Mr. Robert Raby.
A damaged column mix contains jumbled phrases and unclear references to music, sports rivals, and individuals including J Verploog. The text reads like a stray draft with no coherent narrative or verifiable details to summarize into a confident news item.
Lincoln School has 295 of 16 students taking Bible while Webster reports 161 of 181. Miss Sara Gosselink coordinates Bible classes for Lincoln on one day and Webster on another, showing strong participation across both schools.
The column notes mixed chorus practice times on Tuesdays and Thursdays, a new organization and music, and praise for the Van der Ploeg brothers with new trombones. It mentions Marian Morrow’s cornet case, Isabell, and a modern version of Old Black Joe at a Wednesday assembly.
At Pella Junior High an 41 eighth graders complete a First Aid course focused on accident prevention and basic care. They learn CPR, bandaging, fracture care, bleeding control, and other treatments. A Red Cross Certificate awaits any pupil passing with at least 75 percent.
Vic tor Herbert and Faull Kooper era notes reference Marcia Ver Steeg preparing for a championship in basketball. The text mentions rumors about the ad and questions about how many conference games the team will play this year. Arsxera Ozeenla, Chariton, Vale are listed as places or sources.
The Birdsall sponsored group, thirteen students, study mime to explore body actions and coordination. They practice pantomime figures from infancy to old age, then act natural or playful, with Sara Buwalda and Jon Vander I shown in playful scenarios.
The note mentions in quotes players and songs, notes patriotism, and a push for more contact work and scrimmages. It references Coach and Stan and the Little Dutch preparing for a third win while one player misses a song. It questions whether the college is getting soft.
The user asks about the South Central Iowa Conference including total member schools, new members, and last year’s football champion as well as the current conference winner. No article text provided to answer with specifics.
Pella High gridiron fans prepare for a Friday clash with Melcher. Melcher aims to improve on a 3-1-10 record this season and boost star Walton as Bubon exits. Pella seeks revenge after a recent 13-6 loss and restructures under coach C. Claypool to challenge the Dutchmen in a tense conference showdown.
A brief note suggests Ares has a good chance to win if the players remain still and Ext. The fragment hints at a game or contest with quiet conditions aiding the outcome.
A historical school feature notes how physics students study bridge construction and weight bearing while asking why baseballs curve and how a bat could hold an airplane up. It mentions senior students and training girls, readers, and crossword fans.
A local society page showcases Smiler Bishop in new tweed suint, Claypool with a broad smile, and Ver Heul noted for sweetness in a lighthearted portraits spread. The breezy item captures shop fashion and cheerful mood among residents.
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