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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1963
Page
4
In a September 12, 1963 game at Pella, the Pella Christian Eagles were defeated by Ottumwa Walsh. The contest showcased key plays and standout performances from both teams as Ottumwa Walsh secured the win on the road.
Ottumwa defeats Pella Christian 3-1 as Case DeHaan takes loss despite a solid start. Eagles misfield and left seven on base while collecting three hits. Dennis Braas Vern Meinders and Lowell Dahm singled. Ottumwa’s Tom Bissell struck out nine in a strong six inning effort. Next up Walsh at Ottumwa.
Leydens Auto posted the top team score 2099 and game 738 in a high series event. Individual bests came from Ivan Kaldenberg with 539 and Gerald Van Andel 536 in the high series. Ernie Engbers led the game with 201 while Van Andel added 195 and Pat Ulrich 179. Other participants included Gambles and Farmers Co op with notable scores.
A September 3 item advises on tightening a loose screw in a reel rifle or shotgun by applying a drop of shellac to the threads before reseating it.
The Central Club, Central College's athletics booster group, announced its 1963-64 board. Newcomers John P. Ver Meer and Melvin Ver Meer join. Officers include Gene Kuyper as president Bud Vander Ploeg as vice president and Claire Gifford as secretary treasurer. Bob Van Hemert serves as immediate past president and will sit on the board alongside Dr. Paul Van Wyk and Fred Heeren.
Otley residents Mr and Mrs Pete Ryke and Mrs Jane Ryke visited in Otley on Sunday Aug 25 before returning to Lancaster Missouri. A miscellaneous shower honored Mrs Gene Vander Linden with gifts games and lunch. Gerald Den Hartog underwent Mayo Clinic examination. Darla Horman suffered a broken arm from a fall. Mr and Mrs Pete Horman and children joined in Sunday dinner with Ed and Marion Horman s family. Mrs Morris Folkert of Illinois is seriously ill.
Galesburg residents travel to Ontario Canada to visit sister Rev and Mrs Henry Rolenbrander. Various local visits and gatherings noted including Camp Ripley stay, Plate reunion in Prairie City, and Christian church Ladies Aid meeting with fellowship and Bible study. Cordell Verwers returns from six months army duty.
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