Homecoming at Pella High honors J S Wilson longtime city leader
J S Wilson a longtime Pella resident and community leader died after a short illness at home. He served three terms on the city council and as a member of the Park Commission and board of directors for the Home for the aged. Born in Zwolle Netherlands he emigrated to America with his wife in 1850 and built a business in Rapids Michigan. Surviving are two children and several relatives. Funeral services were held Tuesday at van Dinen funeral home with Rev Richard J Vanden Berg officiating. Interment followed at Oakwood Cemetery.
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Pella
Heard
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On Wilson
Wien
Cornelia Michielsen
Zwolle
Netherlands
Keb
Bewler
Fewtel
Isso
Amerie
Rapids
Michie
Dun Cw Weler
Vander Meulen & Co
Cornelia
Marie Lelehe
van Dineral
Richard J. Vanden Berg
Oakwood Cemetery
Pella Week Begins with Bonfire and Snake Dance
Festivities in Pella start Thursday evening with a grand bonfire and a snake dance. The town anticipates homecoming events at Amit High School, with plans forming to press the Chronic and celebrate through Tuesday.
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Amit High School
the Chronic
Joes
Pella High School Plans Homecoming Week Events
Pella High School organizes a two day homecoming with a tag day fundraiser on Saturday October 28 and a queen crowning ceremony. The Lincoln School Band and the Pella High Band will participate in parades dances and a football game at Osceola with alumni events and a mass meeting in the High School Auditorium to follow.
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Valley Eleven
Alumi
Clwses
Pella Hith
C. C. Buerkens
Anna Tysseling
Pella High
Pella High School
Memorial Book Department Opens at Public Library
The library started a Memorial Book Department after receiving four memorial volumes. Gifts include The Robe by Lloyd Douglas in memory of Nora Scholte, Reading I’ve Liked by Clifton Fadiman for Gerrit Wormhoudt, Wind, Sand and Stars by Antoine Saint-Exupery, and The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran honoring Seaman Rudolf Schilder and Gerrit H. Wormhoudt. Gifts are placed on a special shelf and warmly appreciated.
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G.P. Aschenbrenner
Nora Scholte
Clifton Fadiman
Andrew Wormhoudt
Gerrit UH. Wormhoudt
Wind
Antoine Saint-Exupery
the Prophet
Kahlil Gibran
Rudolph J. Schilder
Tr. G. Gerrit H. Wormhoudt
Notice on Alfalfa Hay Price Controls and Rates
Producers dealers and purchasers are warned alfalfa hay prices fall under Maximum Price Regulation 382. Base prices per ton vary by month from 21.00 to 22.00 with additional bale and compressing charges. Consult Local War Price and Rationing Board Lauterbach director 97 Sreet Panel.
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Ends Hold Up War Chest Drive Completion
The drive in Pella was completed quickly and the community rallied to support the war chest effort. Charman Tune Kemple announced the inroad as the town united, with local groups and Polk County volunteers contributing to the fund. The campaign concluded despite earlier delays, and Part Van Cenert aided to finalize the drive.
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Kemple
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Kiwanis Progress Report 1944 Highlights Growth and Service
The Kiwanis International wraps a successful year with 226 clubs, 1 000 000 pints donated to the Blood Bank, cigarette packs sent, 150000 other gifts, and millions of letters to service members. Districts show strong performance and enlistment, while Mentink reports forward plans and aims to recruit top young men for future service.
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Ioux City
Lee
Merl Mentink
Navy Chaplain Led Club Talk on Hospital Ship Work
Chaplain Cornelius Lepeltak spoke to Rotarians about hospital ships used in World War II. He described The Thistle and others operated by civilians under Merchant Marine but controlled by Army officers. Ships fly white with red crosses and are not blacked out. He noted morale high among wounded, with mental and surgical cases, and said his ship has not been attacked.
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Lop
Pella
Pelela
Charleston
South Carolina
New York State
Italy
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Army
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Innes
America
Sehnelier
Tueter
Euline Touiek
Mr. Morrow
Ife
Dap
Hirohito
Japan
Morrow
Philippines
Hawaii
Amer
Famous Band Leader Set For Pella Concert
A renowned band leader will headline a patriotic concert in Pella at Douwstra Hall on the evening of November. Admission will be by war bonds, supporting the Sixth Loan Drive, with Karl King as conductor and Town composers contributing. Local residents are urged to attend and show support for the war effort.
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Collins
Petia
Bart
Hobes Brittell
Bond
Dell
Pella
Cue Chicaso ‘Tribune
Tawar
Douwstraßel
Scout Patrol March and Drill Practice Last Thursday
Scout Patrols learned marching commands and drill maneuvers under Bob Brittell’s guidance. Patrols competed for a free ice cream sundae, with the Lions winning the contest led by Lewyer Wey. Harry Weyers, Herbert Rumbaugh, and Edward Logan assisted, as did Harold Nehre and Scout Master.
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Harry Weyers
Herbert Rumbaugh
Edward Logan
Mr. Brittell
Harold Nehre
Lions
Lewler
C E Song Fest at Third Reformed Church Sunday Night
The Christian Endeavor of the Third Reformed Church hosts a Hymn Sing this Sunday at 9 PM. Songs emphasize Salvation by Grace and honor servicemen with request numbers. Professor T Prins of Central College directs the singing.
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Central College
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Sirt Pheri Wins Prize in Local Competition
A town competition crowned Sirt Pheri the prize winner amid a lively program. The event showcased community talent with audience participation and close scoring.
Homecoming at Central a Great Success
Central College celebrates Homecoming with a bonfire Friday night, crowd cheers, and student exhibits. Coaches Prins and Tharp praise the men for courage and fight. queen Amy Kelly crowned with attendants. Amy, Caral Cook, Shirl Haan, and Vargo Lubbin der Plocg honored. audience enjoyed talent from home. Hog calling and farm humor noted.
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Caral Cook
Shirl Haan
Vargo Lubbinder Plocg
Farmers Union Store Adopts Self-Serve Fixtures
The Farmers Union Grocery Store introduced self-serve lines and lockers as part of a major modernization. The change, tied to a long history dating back to the LH Sitter era, includes new customer access points and a broader display of bargains as part of the celebration.
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Farner Union
Mae Union
Sitter
Union
Tet Land
Lucker Sear
Messiah Chorus Invites Townspeople to Practice
Central College students and local residents are invited to sing in the upcoming Messiah performance directed by Dr. Noel Loran. Practice is scheduled for next Sunday afternoon at 2:00 at Douwstra Chapel, with a welcoming invitation to all voices.
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Noel Loran
Loran
Douwstra Chapel
Music Lovers Pleased by First Faculty Concert
The article reviews a college music faculty concert praised for instrument mastery and ensemble balance. Soloists Mr. Sehnelier and Miss LeCocq, with accompanists Leonora Gans Van Dellen and Queen Cox, receive high marks for tone, expression, and technical accuracy.
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the Chronicle
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J Vanden Baard Named Chmn of Summit Bureau
Summit Township Bureau meeting held Oct 20 in Otley re elected John Vanden Baard as director or chair man. Gradus A Vriezelaar elected chair near HW Vriezelaar. Mrs ASL Dykstra elected Women’s chairman for past sevente years. Catherine Hershey County extension economist attended. Paul Maddy led sound motion picture Target for Tonight after refreshments.
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County Extension
J. R. Stierwalt
Paul Maddy
Knoxville
Europe
David Wilkes of Knoxville Dies at 49
David John Wilkes aged 49 of Knoxville, well known in Pella, died Tuesday evening at Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at the Methodist Church in Knoxville at 2 30 o clock Saturday October 28, per a telephone message to The Chronicle received Wednesday.
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Knoxville
Pella
Methodist
Des Moines
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Chronicle
Morrow Addresses Students On Japan and War
Jack Morrow spoke at Central College and nearby high school students about Japan and Asia's future. He cites two schools of thought on Japan and argues for invading and occupying Japan to break its sacred status, promoting public schooling reforms as a path to betterment.
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Asia
Jack Morrow
Grew
Hirohito
Japan
Pella A L Post Members Attend Sixth District Confab
Members of the Pella A L Post and Auxiliary attended the Sixth District Conference in Des Moines on October 16. The Pella Auxiliary led a memorial service with participants including Charlotte Dillon Bertha Vos Hess Van Zante Elizabeth Tautenbach Nellie De Cook Thelma Van Hemert Wilma Lankelma and Gladyse Bowen. Delegates Agnes Weyers Charlotte Dillon Kathryn Vos Hildegarden Nesdit and others were present. Luncheon speakers included Mrs Leo Laird and Hugo Suggan. A floor show followed by time at the 10 & 8 club room.
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Pella
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Bertha Vos Hess van Zante
Elizabeth Tautenbach
Nellie de Cook
Thelma van Hemert
Wilma Lankelma
Gladyse Bowen
Agnes Weyers
Kathryn Vos
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