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DEMOCRACY ALL FOES DWELLS TONGUE ALTRE ARE FREE, SAFE VOLUME LXXI THE ALTON, IOWA DEMOCRAT, THURSDAY, MAY 15, 1952 NUMBER 7 ANNIVERSARY WEEK AT FIRST REFORMED CHURCH Tree Farming Is Illustrated For The Rotary Club "Lumber is the No. 1 buildting material becauso it has the greatest strength per pound of any building material still in use, and because it is what is known as a renewable resourse," the Rotary club here was told Tuesday evening by "Ham" Morrill, well known representative of lumber concerns. The speaker described tree farming methods used on the west coast where growers signed an agreement to raise trees in accordance with the best practice. A peculiar thing about the timber on the west coast is the fact that virgin timber there is all about the same age. Lumber practice is to cut all and clear the land, except for a small block of trees which are left for reseeding purposes.

The seeds from this flock are cast over the cleared area and in 90 years or sO there will be another merchantable crop of trees there. A moving picture furnished by the West Coast Lumbermen's Ass'n was then shown through the courtesy of Supt. R. A. Poppen and the method of harvesting and sawing timber was beautifully illustrated and a described.

Next week's program will be a movie produced by the er Tractor Co. 350 Voices Will Join In Soo Choral Festival Choirs of both Orange City Reformed churches will sing the third annual Midwest Choral Festival May 9th at 8:00 p. m. at Sioux Falls in the Coliseum Annex. 350 voices participating will be from choirs of churches in Iowa, South Dakota and Minnesbta.

Rock Valley, Hull, Sioux Center and Doon are included. Rev. Gerald Postma is director. Western Christian High school band will contribute two groups of selections. Parts of the program were broadcast last Sunday over KSOO Sioux Falls.

Sponsor is the Sioux Falls Choral Society. Directors of the Orange City choirs are Lorraine Schol, 1st Church and Robert Boonstra, 2nd Church, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde White of Lexington, were week end guests at the home of Mrs. White's sister, Mrs.

John Van't Holl and Mr. Van't Holl. They left Tuesday morning 1 for their home. TEST Born to Mr. and Mrs.

Ray Budden of Granville, in the Sheldon hospital Tuesday, May 6, a son, Kenneth. The mother is the former Gertrude Reim, daughter of Mrs. Joe Reim. A son, Darrel Lynn is the baby barn to Mr. and Mrs.

Gt. N. Punt of Sioux Center, Saturday, May 10. The baby has a brother, Delmar Gene 2. Mr.

and Mrs. Gt. Huitink of Orange City are the child's grandparents, as are the Neal Punts of Sioux Center. Mr. and Mrs.

James Full living a few miles south of Hosp-' ers became the parents of a son on Friday Bay 21. Mr. and Mrs. O. H.

Goebel (Angeline Penning of Granville) are parents of a baby girl, born May 6th. Mr. and Mrs. Francis Sutton of Le Mars became the parents of a son, Francis Michael. born' on Tuesday May 6.

Mrs. Sutton is the former Kathryn Jager of Maurice. Twin sons were born to Mr. land Marion Van Roekel of Maurice on Sunday May 11. One died four hours after birth.

Graveside services were held 'on' Monday afternoon in the Maurice cemetery FEBERTY. Mike Even Takes A Bride; Monday At Oyens St. Catherine's Catholic church lat Oyens was the setting Monday, May 12th of a beautiful wedding uniting Michael Even of Alton and Miss Jean Schnepf, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm.

Schnepf of Le Mars. The bridegroom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. J. T.

Even of Alton. The double ring ceremony at in the morning was in charge of the Rev. Thos. Parle. The altar was banked with spring flowers and lighted tapers for the event.

Mrs. George Lunzendorf was at the organ and accompanied Sylvester Pick brother, "Ave Maria" of the and bride, "On who this day Oh Beautiful Mother." Miss Delores Schnepf was maid of honor for her sister and Jay Even was best man for his brother. The bride was lovely in a filmy gown of imported lace and nylon net over white taffeta. The portrait neckline was framed by a draped shawl color of lace. From the fitted bodice a chapel length bouffant skirt of nylon net.

Her fingertip veil was of nylon net with lace cascade bouquet of stephanotis bouquet of Stephanotis; centered with a white orchid. The maid of honor wore a with lace collar and. forFrench blue gown of haylon net get-me-nots. She carried a blue lace fan. Ushers were Jack Even and Ralph Schnepf and Francis Konz was the chauffeur.

The bride's mother wore navy blue and the bridegroom's mother wore a navy suit dress. Both wore corages of red rosebuds. The wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. W. E.

Fitzpatrick and from 2:00 to 5:00 a recepItion for 100 guests was given at Remsen Municipal hall. Decorations were in the bride's chosen colors of blue and white. Relatives from Alton who were guests at the wedding included Mr. and Mrs. Jay Even Mr.

and Mrs. N. C. Martin, Mrs. P.

J. Hansen, Mrs. Mina Kass, Miss Tillie Even, Mrs. Mary Sauer, Mr. and Mrs.

J. T. Even and family, Mrs. J. Scheckel of Van Nuys, Mrs.

P. Schroeder. Guests from Sioux City were Mrs. Ida Lieb, Mrs. Helen Hensing, Mr.

and Robert Treinen. The bride, was graduated from St. Mary's high school in Remsen and from St. Joseph's school of nursing in Sioux City, where she has been employed as a registered nurse. The bridegroom is a graduate of St.

Mary's Academy, Alton and N. B. T. School, Sioux City, and employed at Even Motor Co. before being assigned for duty to Fort Riley, Kansas.

After a short wedding trip the couple will live at 826 Humboldt Manhattan, Kansas. The bride's going ensemble was a checked suit with red accessories. Kellen Family Here For Mother's Day Although confined to a hospital bed, Mrs. Peter Kellen of Alton a happy Mother's Day because all her children, reunited for the first time in over thirty years, were with her Sunday. From far-away Hawaii came Mr.

and Mrs. Ed Kallen of Waco Texas O. M. Kellen came to be with his mother; Mr. and Mrs.

H. N. Kellen and daughter Arlene and Miss Glenis Kellen Sioux City; Mr. and Mrs. Al Staab of Hadley.

Mr. and Mrs. Vic Kellen, Mr. and Mrs. Nic Henrich and son Nicky, Mr.

and Mrs. George KelHen and family were all at the. bedside of their mother and grandmother. Mrs. Kellen is in St.

Joseph Hospital Sioux Citv after a fall in which she broke her h'n Her condition is reported as fairly good and her manv friends hone she will soon be well enough to come home. Wins Honors at Drake Albert Dunklebere son of Mrs. J. W. Allen of Alton.

has been elected to membership in the order. of the Coif. national honorarv law fraternity. at Drake University, Des Moines. savs a renort from the University news bureau.

He is a senior in Drake's law school. 23 SENIORS GRADUATE FROM ALTON SCHOOLS Special 75th Jubilee Observances Begin Sunday Special observance will be made of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the First Reformed Church of Alton with services and programs starting Sunday, May 18th. Featured in the Sunday afiternoon service, starting at 2:00 P. M. will be a sermon "A Missionary Challenge" by the Rev.

Harold Vande Berg, missionary to India who is sponsorby the local church. In the morning at a service beginning 9:30 a.m. the pastor of the church, Rev. Harold Hesselink will speak on "Bulders on the Foundation" (1Cor. 3:12) and there will be special music at both services.

Tuesday evening at 7:30 the Rev. H. Colenbrander will give the address at a special Anniversary Program, as follows: Prelude Hymn 424 "Now Thank We All Our God" Congratulatory Message, Rev. E. Van Engelenhoven.

Greetings from former pastors in person or writing. Choir Resnonsive Rending: Selection Address: Rev H. Colenbrander D. D. (Representing the Mother Church) Offertory and Hymn Closing prayer and Organ Postlude Social hour and fellowshin mecting in church basement, evening at 8 o'clock the church choir will be featured in a.

musical program, as follows: Prelude. Devotions and Prayer Choir Selections: Stranger of Galilee" "The Haven of Rest" "Remember Now Thy Creator" "Glory Bells" "I'll be Somewhere Listening" Offertory Sermonette: "Joy in the Ascended Lord" Hymn Sing, Prayer and PostJude An Anniversary booklet givin the historg of the pictures beginning of of the church, with each of the ten ministers who have served the church in the 75-year period, has been prepared by the Rev. Hesselink and is now at the Alton Democrat for printing. The booklet also includes a program of the four services. Ten Ministers Of the ten ministers.

the first pastor, Warnshuis (1877-1888) was the only one to to the church for further service. After organizing the congregation and leading in the pioneer work of building the church dedicated May 22, 1881 at a cost of $5.125) Rev. Warnshuis went to another pastorate in need of organization; but in 1888 he returned to further encourage the flock here for three years. Rev. J.

E. Zwemer was the pastor from 1886 to 1888. Other pastors in order of service were Rev. P. Lepeltak, 1892-1903: Rev.

A. M. Duine, 1904-1910: Rev. J. P.

De Jong, 1910-1922: Rev. John A. Klaaren, 1923-1926; Rev. J. Euwema, 1927-1934; Rev.

E. Van Engelenhoven, 1935-1940; Rev. A. Tinklenberg 1940-44, who enlisted as Navy Chaplain for duration of the War; and the present minister, Rev. H.

Hesselink, 1945-. All friends and former members are cordially invited to, share with the congregation in this celebration. Dr. and Mrs. Chester Mason, of Akron, were callers at the parental Myron Mason home Sunday.

Janice, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pete Vander Wilt severely burned her leg from knee to ankle with hot water from an electric inhalator last She is recovering but has the burns dressed each day. Joe Ruden with the Navy Reserves, was called back into servica several months ago and recently landed in Yokohama to join his shin on Formosa Island Hie address is C. Ruden G.

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O. Widhav San care Francisco, Calif. UNITY STRENGTH FREEDOM ARMED FORCES DAY MAY 17. 1952 SMA Bluejax Win Sectional Baseball Tournament at Alton The 1951-52 Bluejax made History again Wednesday afterI noon, copping their third Sectional Tournament of the current school year. This time it was the Spring baseball section-, al that that Jax captured, taking an action filled final from the previously unbeaten Hospers club, 7-3.

It was the gem of the tourney as both turned in some beautiful fielding, highlighted by two spectacular catches on the part of Hosper's Stan Brink and Larry Beckley, 'and clutch hitting, which was the main factor in bringing the Bluejax victory. The St. Mary's batters were only able to get four hits off the slants of Gary Hulst but the hits were timely enough to County President Guest of Auxiliary Plans for annual Poppy Day May 24th were made at the May meeting of the Legion Auxliliary Alton town hall Tuesday evening, Rudy Mulder prestiding president. Mrs. Joe Stoos, Poppy chairman reported that permission had been granted to have al poppy booth down town, and members are also expected to offer the poppies in the residence district.

Wreaths for the made Memorial the day evening crosses of May will 27th, be I and all members are requested to be at the Town hall to help. The crosses have been repainted by Mr. and Mrs. J. P.

Wiltgen, who donated their time and material. The Unit on request from the State Auxiliary will send gifts of ties and socks to the Veterans Hospital at Knoxville. Mrs. Wiltgen treasurer reported proceeds the card parties and food sale held in April. Mrs.

Beverly Vanden Brink (of Boyden, County President wag introduced by Mulder and gave a short talk, complimenting the Alton unit on its good work in child welfare, veteran assistance, Americanization. and community aid. She urged members to attend the district conference at Cherokee. The next meeting will ection of officers and it was voted to have a potluck supper preceding the meeting, the losing membership team to be in charge. After adjournment lunch was served.

Mrs. Ted Steichen was committee chairman. Mr. and Mrs. Helmet Rohrs of Paullina, Mr.

and: Ernie Rohrs of Sanborn were. Sunday. evening guests at the home of their brother Reinie Rohrs. Morris Fonda will Speak At Sheldon Mr. Morris Fonda, president of the Soil Conservation Socicty of America and well known author and speaker will speak tr the ministers and laymen of Northwest Iowa on May 15 1952 nt 5:30 p.

m. fin the Sheldon Community Building. Mr. Fonda has slides taken in the Holy lands to show in conjunction with his talk. Morris E.

Fonda, current president of the Soil Conservation Society of America, was reared in southern Michigan and received his college training at Michigan State College, and where he majored in Forestry Agriculture. After leaving Michigan State College, he worked the for United short time with States Forest Service. This was followed by 14 years in the Soil Conservation Service. During his affiliation with the Soil Conservation Service, he worked in the farm planning. educational and technical field.

Fonda was transferred to the Upper Mississippi Milwaukee Valley reoffice in to gional head up the education department in the eight-state region. Fonda came with Harry Foreuson, Detroit farm equipment manufactures in 1948 as their Public Relations officer. where he is serving in this capacity nt the present time. a In 1950. he was elected by membership of the Soil the Conservation for 1951.

He was Society as their president re-elected as president of the Society in 1951 1052. Ito is the author of numerous articles brochures, and is a committees member of and several national land and water conservation. This is sponsored through the Local Soil Conservation district. Mark Ahmann To Storm Lake Caps Alton baseball fans who saw of the Remsen vs. Alton frays remember year, flashy shortstop last probably will performed with the Remwho club.

It was learned yestersen that this infielder, Mark day will strut his stuff summer for the Storm Lako Ahmann this of the rich Iowa White, Caps Mark, also sports editor of the League. Remsen Bell, is jumping from amateur a grade of a- bout B. calibre, in the Minor League system (although strictStorm Lake, the town which ly speaking, semi has purchased such. stars as Bobbie Reynolds and Dick Sisler's brother for past summers, again go all out to will once pick up college talent and we hope that the hard hitting Sports Editor has not gone in too deep. We don't believe he has.

Meet With Shardell Nassau Sparklers Girls 4-H club met May 10 at the home of Shardell Popma, meeting to Leona order Stander and. Troll call was answered by 12 members and two leaders. and Helen Van Klompenburg Laura Lubbers were chosen to to Walther League camp and go Phyllis Lubbers to go to the convention at Ames. Eunice Van Gorp and Phyllis Lubbers were chosen as senior demonstration team. Mrs.

Popma examined record books and plans were made for rally day. Linda Van Klompenburg gave illustrated talk on "Beverages" and Shardell Ponma gave a demonstration making Shardell cake and frosting. played a piano solo before adfournment. The meeting was reported for the Democrat bv Ruth E. Stander, Club reporter.

The kinder nils of the Alton Public School entertained their mothers at an afternoon tea Monday. Mrs. Anna Hvink of Los Anpoles is exnected hv plane Sun dav and will he met 'in Omaha hv Mr. and Mre. A.

Van Nimwegen. She will snend the summer here with her daushtors. Mrc. Van, Nimwegen of Alton and Mrs. Elton Carey of Commencements May 22 at both A.H.S.

And S. M. A. garner 7 runs. Hospers touched Jupe Gaul for five hits but the St.

Mary's sophomore was extremely tough with men on base. Jupe's Doug came through with a hit and one of his long fouls became the victim of a rather bruising catch by Stan Brink, who caught the fly and then crashed into a parked car. Dave Henrich, Jack Schmidt and Dale Klein collected the other St. Mary's hits. St.

Mary's scored three rung in the second, one each in the (third and fourth and two the seventh, Hospers scored one in the third and two in the fourth for their Jupe Gaul was the winner, Gary Hulst the loser. District Carriers Meet At Co Seat Saturday evening, May 10th at 6 p. m. the members of the Rural Letter Carriers Association of the 8th District of Iowa, met at the Orange City Municipal Auditorium. This 8th District is composed of 12 counties of Northwest Iowa and the membership runs nearly 300 members, rural carriers and substitutes.

A large banquet was served at 6 p. m. with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bastemayer catering.

Mr. Roetman of Hull, president of the Sioux County Chapter, was master of ceremonies. A number of guests attended, including Mr. E. G.

De Jong, Postmaster of Orange City, Inspector. M. J. various Riordan state of- of ficers of both the R. L.

C. A. and the Ladies Auxiliary. A delightful program was carried out, the talent coming mostly from Orange City. After which a social hour was enjoyed.

District officers this year are Mr. Jerome Bunkers of Granville as President; Mr. Thomas Noteboom, Orange City as Vice president, and Mr. J. P.

Gaul of Granville, Secretary, Treasurer. Light Frost Does Little Damage Here After a chilly week end with high north winds and cloudy skies, light frost was reported. Monday night after the clouds cleared and wind subsided. Garden vegetables in low areas were nipped, but little damage is reported. The cooler temperatures followed spring rains the middle of last week, nearly an inch in all, with .43 reported in our last issue and another .47 up to midnight Wednesday.

Temperatures began to rise Monday, a high of 68 that day and high 75 degrees Tuseday. Next week will be Commence(ment week at the two Alton schools. Seven seniors will be graduated May 22 from Alton high school, and sixteen from St. Mary's Academy the same evening. Alton High class roll includes Esther Huisman.

Sidney Jiskoot, Molly Mulder, Leo Starkenburg. Richard Swasand, Walter Van Boxtel, Van Surksum. St. Mary's graduates are William Bowers, Marie Freking, Douglas Gaul. John Gaul, Dale Klein, Peter Konz, Patricia Lacey.

Patricia LeClair, Philip Nacke. Richard Pottebaum, Dolores Riedmiller, John Schmidt, Bernard Schnoes. Glenn Van Gronigen. Annette Verschoor, Nancy Wiggerman. SMA Commencement St.

Mary's graduation exercicy will be held at 8:00 p. m. in St. Mary's church. with reception following in the parish hall: Processional Hymn, Come Holy Ghost Elmer Thom Conferring of diplomas and a- ward medals Hymn--Christus Vincit Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament Recessional Alton.

High School A. H. S. Commencement activities open with baccalaureate service at the First Reformed Church Sunday evening. with address by Rev.

H. Hesselink, music by girls trio and mixed C.aSS Day May 19 Challenge American Molly Mulder" Presentation of Athletic Awards, Coach Madden Clarinet Quartette Class History--Sidney Jiskoot Class Prophecy--Leo Starkenburg Mixed Quaretette Poem Van SurClass Class Will -Walter Van Boxtel Class Song "Hopes for Tomorrow--Richard Swasand Instrumental Quartette Commencement May 22 Processional--Band Invocation Trumpet Trio Address-Atty. Harlan T. Mocn of Cherokee Music, Junior High School Awarding of 8th Grade Certificates- Supt Chas. H.

Presentation of the Class of Tye 1952-Supt. R. A. Poppen Awarding of Diplomas-Mr. Ralph Van Zyl, Pres.

Board of Education Music--Girls Trio S. M. A. Class Officers Bill Bowers, president: Dick Pottebaum, vice president. Phil Nacke, secretary; Pete Konz, treasurer.

A. H. S. Class Officers Richard Swasand, president; Molly Mulder, vice president; Sidney Jiskoot. secretary Class Motto: in urer.

number but mighty in strength." NO Vandalism Abroad Mr. Kryn Schuller reports that choice imported tulips on Schuller lawn, now in' bloom are being molested during the night or while he and Mrs. Schuller are absent from home. Some of the plants were even pulled from the ground, while others were robbed of blossoms. As this has happened more than once, parents in to that watch neighborhood and warn are requested.

dren that these flowers are not' to be touched--only enjoyed. Fined For Speeding Three Hospers and two Sioux Center boys were arrested for soceding and failing Lo heed 'the patrolman's warning last week while around Hosters. They pleaded guiity In J. P. Goebel's court and were fined each $25 and cost.

The fine was reduced to $5.00 and costs on good behavior and the boys promised there would be 110 more reckless driving. Mrs. Wm. Gebauer was entertained at dinner in the Eugene Klein home Sunday..