Harvest Festival in Pella Draws Crowds and Praise
The Pella Chamber of Commerce and volunteers staged a vibrant Harvest Festival attracting visitors from near and far. A new pit donated by Van Gorp Manufacturing Co. let the crew roast nine hogs, three more than last year, though some crowds were kept waiting as the park sold out. The city also advances downtown beautification and enforces a new sign ordinance, met with no merchant objections.
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Three boys build six foot stilts in 1966 Pella park
In 1966 at a city park in Pella, Norm and Robert Peter Sman and Doyle Bogaards learned to walk on six foot stilts made from quality lumber and old belt straps. They practiced, fell, and improved, later performing stunts without incident. The Dutch Fronts Committee promoted downtown sign improvements and Tulip Time plans as spring approaches. Tulip bulbs were offered free by the chamber for local gardens.
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Directions for caring for them supplied with opinion
A commentary notes that guidance for caring for them will be provided along with directions. The piece frames care instructions as part of an opinion, suggesting practical steps accompany the guidance.
LWV Examines Revenue Sharing
The League of Women Voters will hold Thursday meetings in Pella and Marion County to assess how the federal revenue sharing program funds are used. The Towa League and 29 local Leagues, including Pella, conduct a six month survey whose results will be shared publicly as an educational service.
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Marion County
League of Women Voters
John de Jong
Rte. 3
Northwest Drive
George Mark Petre
Towa League of Women Voters
Pella League
Letter to the Editor urges stronger game day support for Pella team
In a spirited plea, readers Al and Linda Husted celebrate Pella’s No. 1 team and criticize weak cheering. They call for all ages to sing, cheer, and back the players on Fridays. The note mentions past Chronicle photo of Robert, now in the Marines, Doyle at Bogaards Texaco, and Norman at Vermeer Manufacturing.
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Vermeer Manufacturing Co
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