Public Schools Seek Instruments for Beginner Bands
Twenty three parents met in the band room to discuss beginner instruments and children’s fit. A 30 piece Webster band and Lincoln band of over 20 are planned this year if instruments are found. Mr Whalley asks for any spare instruments. Band Mothers Organization to be reorganized to sponsor the Senior and Cadet bands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phon
Webster
Lincoln
Whalley
Band Mothers’ Organization
Library skit Monday morning devotion read by Miss Sayler
The group presented a skit on proper library use during devotions on September 16 in front of the audience. Gladys De Geus headlined the program reading the narrative, with librarians Ella Jane Van Sittert Mildred Vander Veer Beulah De Heer Peggy Leu and Patty Vrieze- assisting in the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Sayler
Gladys de Geus
Ella Jane van Sittert
Mildred Vander Veer
Beulah de Heer
Peggy Leu
Patty Vrieze
Pelladium seeks reporters from staff tryouts
The Pelladium announces tryouts for permanent reporting positions with candidates Marcie Valster Colleen Renaud June De Cook Betty Van Veen Carol Ver Steeg Gordon Nesbit Virginia Groendyke Betty Den Hartog Melvin Hagen Leland Van Ee Roberta Fisher Gertrude Steenhoek Nola Boot Juanita Enyart Lorraine De Iiaan Gladys De Geus continuing to tomorrow and beyond as auditions proceed for newspaper staff roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pelladium
Marcie Valster
Colleen Renaud
June de Cook
Betty van Veen
Carol Ver Steeg
Gordon Nesbit
Virginia Groendyke
Betty den Hartog
Melvin Hagen
Leland van Ee
Roberta Fisher
Gertrude Steenhoek
Nola Boot
Juanita Enyart
Lorraine de Iiaan
Gladys de Geus
Vacation day memories and lively Des Moines tale
A fragment from a society note recalls last week’s vacation day with Joan Stientjes seen at Des Moines with a man, a playful hint about a five year old, Watermelon at peak, boys winning twenty, and roller rink escapades by Skippy and Willy. The piece tucks in playful social snippets about Melvin, Leo, Marvin, and Mildred with a brewing love triangle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Stientjes
Des Moines
Skippy
Willy
Local Names Listed in Community Notice
Alice Van Hemert Erma Vander Horst Ruby Bezemer and Ruth De Jong are named in the community notice as participants or stakeholders in the local event or concern referenced by the aged clipping. Further specifics are not provided in readable text.
Teachers Attend Tri County Meet at Newton
Teachers from Jasper Marion and Poweshiek counties met in Newton for an all day teachers' meeting on Tuesday September 17 with all Pella teachers present. Dr H J Thornton professor of history at the State University of Town spoke on Education for Human Understanding and demonstrations on Guidance Work Experience and Industrial Relations were led by educators from Iowa State College University of Missouri and Newton High School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jasper
Marion
Poweshiek
Newton
Pella
H. J. Thornton
State University of Town
Ray Bryan
Towa State College
Ames
Buerkens
M. D. Potter
Iowa State Teachers’ College
Cedar Falls
Greendyke
W. Francis English
University of Missouri
Gosselink
Clifford E. Gullette
Home Rooms Elect Officers for Year
The home rooms elected officers last week across grade levels. Freshman girls under Miss Nieburg chose Donna Jean Veenstra as president with Ellen June De Cook as vice president and Tomie Ikuta as secretary treasurer. Freshman boys under Mr Rysdam chose Carroll Vis president with Bob Hackert as vice president and Dale Vos as secretary. Sophomores under Mr Van de Voort chose Jack Cook president and Billy Hart as vice president with Elaine Van der Ploeg as secretary treasurer. Sophomores under Miss Slobe chose Dolores Swank president with Andy Van Berkum as vice president and Leo Sels as secretary and Harry Weyers as treasurer. Juniors under Mr Andrew chose Dirk Van Zante president with La Velma De Penning as vice president and Leland Van Ee as secretary, Harry Koopmans as treasurer. Juniors under Mr Schulz chose Artie Ruth Van Wyk president with David Prins as vice president and Jimmy Van Vliet as secretary treasurer. Seniors under Miss Ver Heul and Mr Groendyke chose Gordon Nesbit president with Beverly Nihart as vice president and Colleen Renaud as secretary and Marvin Rumbaugh as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Nieburg
Donna Jean Veenstra
Ellen June de Cook
Tomie Ikuta
Miss Slobe
Dolores Swank
Andy van Berkum
Leo Sels
Harry Weyers
Mr. Andrew's
Dirk van Zante
la Velma de Penning
Leland van Ee
Harry Koopmans
Mr. Schulz
Artie Ruth van Wyk
David Prins
Jimmy van Vliet
Miss Ver Heul
Groendyke
Gordon Nesbit
Beverly Nihart
Colleen Renaud
Marvin Rumbaugh
Pella High Notes on Hall of Fame and Local Sports
A column discusses ideas for an athletic hall of fame with photos of famed athletes and trophies, plus a reflection on injuries in football. It mentions Dean Sadler and a quiet practice scrimmage, and notes a rumor about Pella potentially losing players to the Army. Humorous quip follows about freshmen and a dry jersey in a light local tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean Sadler
Freshman Initiation Left Mess In P H D Hallways
The account recalls a chaotic freshmen initiation with flour on hair and molasses spills. A student slips on molasses while a girl walks down the hall as if on clouds. Teachers suffer as the scene includes loud antics and food pranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mickey V. P
Student Teachers Begin Observation
Twelve practice teachers have started their practice work in various departments this week. Eight are beginning in the high school and four in the grades. These prospective teachers from the college will spend the first semester gaining experience in the field of teaching under the supervision of the regular school staff. Mr. Groendyke has a student teacher in chemistry and one in general science, Miss Slobe has one in English, Miss Gosselink in U. S. History, Mr. Vande Voort in sociology, and Mr. Rysdam in physical education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Groendyke
Miss Slobe
Miss Gosselink
U. S
Vande Voort
Rysdam
Pella Ties Monty In First Game
Pella and Montezuma battled to a scoreless opening contest as defense dominated. Key moments included a Pella fumble recovery by Shot Vos and strong stands, with Johnny Sheppard and Jack Fisk starring on offense and defense respectively. Final score Pella 0 Montezuma 0.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Monty
Mentezuma
Vos
Montezuma
Johnny Sheppard
Jack Fisk
Classroom Pranks and Banter From Des Moines Streets
In a light hearted school note, Peg recounts world history class jokes about women's role in civilization, a freshman initiation, and campus happenings. She mentions Mr. Vande Voort, tramping in the country, recent Des Moines street scenes, and the student council speeches causing anxiety in P N S.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brainbuste
Vande Voort
SNOOPIN' AROUND HERE AND THERE
A school notes section shows Bible study starting October 1 with Sarah Gosse linking to teach courses. It covers student enrollment, driver registrations, new sophomore Irene Martell from Massachusetts, and a pep band appearance at a Pleasantville plowing match with Vander Wilt showing pictures of England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Kuyper
Case van Berkum
Albert Nikkel
Irene Martell
Massachusetts
Massaclass
Pleasantville
Wigiter Vander Wilt
P. B
Venetian Blind plant facing material shortages and hurt by paint delays
A carload of Venetian Blind slat lumber and scarce materials arrived at the factory last week. Paint shortages slow production, though demand remains high. The day shift nears capacity and new hires are expected. Visitors include Rev Nick Gosselink and Architect Ted Mason, who praises Pella products. Staff changes include Wilma Savage and Betty McCullen joining, with a new 7:30 a.m. start time and a protective hand cream in the machine shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henrietta Nichols
Erma Wallace
Ted Mason
Wichita
Kansas
Residents visit and family notes at Home for the Aged
Reports of visits by Mr. and Mrs. Vos from Peoria and many relatives to Mrs. M. Van Gorp and others. Birthdays, funerals, sick reports, and long awaited reunions mark a busy week as families from Iowa, Kentucky, New Jersey, Texas, and Washington travel to share news and support, with several patients improving after illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Vos
Peoria
M. van Gorp
Tom Vander Hart
Edith Jonker
Peter de Jong
Peter Scheffers
Monroe
Anne de Hoed
Robert Bosveld
Iowa City
Smorenburg
C. den Hartog
den Hartog
Gerrit den Hartog
Groen
William den Hartog
Sara van Ryswyk
Dingeman de Trenger
Leighton
N. Gosselink
Gray Hawk, Ky
Gerrit Gosselink
David Bogaard
Little Falls
New Jersey
Nancy Heemstra
D. de Prenger
Ed Denburger
Dick Geenen
Jim Doedyns
el Paso
Texas
Alma Blankers
Lynden
Washington
Maggie Nolen
Dick Weeda
Emma
Harry Tuttle
Tingley
Iowa
Peter Hackett
Cornelia
John de Zwarte
Stella Vander Hart
C. N. Weeda
Henry Postma
Maggie Nollen
G. Bosma
Albert van Heukelem
Effie Lepeltak
Clarence Boot
Sully
Jennie Langerak
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Just
Zokoro
John Lasschuit
Melvin
Leo
Marvin
Mildred
Pee Wee
Holland
Pella, Iowa
Leo Gorcey
Cutechet
W. H. Lubberden
Pa Rcl
Tri-County Meet
Army
Knoxville
P.H.D
Pellavision
High School Stude
Phil Mentink
Peg
Sarah Gosselink
Buerkena
Jalace
Lautenbach & Ver Dught
New Holland Theatre
Gene Kelly
Fred Astaire
Nick Gosselink
Gray Hawk
Kentucky
Floyd
Korea
P Ln
Kuyper
Colorado
Wilma Savage
Jeanette Aalbers
Mahaska Hospital
Oskaloosa
Betty McCullen
Dr. C. I. Fox
Liberty Streets
Saas
Cult Tee
Wha
Kaiser
Kaiser-Frazer
Wahampait
Anna Blankers
Lynden, Washington
H. Welle
W. Nolsen
Popma
P. Welle
Albert Fransen
Chicago
Henrietta van Maren
Liberty Street
Pella Public Square
Henry Roeffel
J. T. van Zante
Elbert van Maanen
den Adel Sales and Service
West
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