Kankakee Valley Post, Volume 14, Number 20, DeMotte, Jasper County, 31 March 1944 — Page 1

NEWS of our Service Men and Women

“Dear Editor,” writes Pvt. Donald Clark. This is to let you know I have a change in address. My addrses is: Pvt. Donald L. Clark, 35096939, 715 Training Group, Seymour Johnson Field, N. C. I also appreciate getting the paper. Pvt. Donald Clark/’ Marine Cpl Paul Frame and Mrs. Frame of Cherry Point, N. Carolina, with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Frame and daughter Marjorie of Crown Point were supper guests at the Theo Punter’s home Wednesday evening. v “Hello,” says Gerrit Van Keppel S 2c, on a post card mailed 3-25-44. I am now at Madison, Wise., one of the most beautiful spots I’ve seen. Am going to University of Wisconsin. Would appreciate it if you would send the Kankakee Valley Post to me. Sincerely, Gerrit Van Keppel, S 2'c Div. 24 Sec. V; NTS. University of Wise. Madison 8, Wise. Pvt. “Bill” Osbum, of Camp Gordon, Ga. is spending a furlough with his family. S Sgt Frank (Fred) Zeck arrived in town last week, from Camp Bowie, Texas, to spend a furlough with his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Frank Zeck. Calvin Pettet is visiting his parents at Kersey. Pvt. John F. Lilley, has been transferred to Ft. Sam Housten, Texas; Sgt. Lloyd Carter to Ft. Knox, Ky., and Pvt. John Chrzanow r ski to Sioux City, Iow r a. Following is a citation received by Mr. and Mrs. Ted White: AWARD OF THE AIR MEDAL: Under the authority contained in AR-600-45, dated 22 September 1943, and pursuant to instruction contained in Circular 11, Rear Echelon, U. S. Army Forces, China, Burma and India, dated 8 May 1943, the Air Medal is awarded to each of the following named officers: Charles J. White, 0671818, First Lieutenant, Air Corps, United States Army. Lt. White, between 19 September 1943 and 20 Dec. 1943 participated in 25 combat missions as a pilot of fighter aircraft in China, Burma and India theatre. His missions included many low’ level strafing and divebombing raids which resulted in much destruction to enemy equipment and material. On 9 Oct. 1943, in the face of intense anti-aircraft fire, he made an attach on an important enenmy base in China. He succeeded in hitting the enemy position and then strafed it thoroughly. Lt. White’s courage and keen aggressive spirit in the execution of his assignments were in keeping with the fine standards in the Army Air Force. Charles has been overseas since June 1943, and in China since September 1943.

Trophy

The school has purchased a trophy in honor of the excellent record the second team made this year, winning 15 games out of 16. There is a removable band on the trophy and when this record is excelled in coming years, the band will be replaced for a new one to honor that rcord breaking team. A trophy has been ordered to honor the first team champions also.

Danny Walstra Is Reported Missing

Danny Walstra, a turret gunner on a medium bomber with a record of 50 to 60 bombing flights over Germany, is missing in action according to a message received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Walstra, last Saturday.

Kankakee Valley Post.

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Ernys Moving To Ohio

Rev. and Mrs Leo R. Erny and daughter of Aix are moving to southern Ohio immediately after school is out. Mrs. Erny has taught English in DeMotte school this year] and Mr. Erny has assisted several days in teaching metal shop work. They will live and work at the Otterbein Home near Lebanon, Ohio, a home owned by the [United Bre them Church for orphans and aged. Rev. Erny has resigned as pastor of the Aix United Brethem Church and will do maintenance work at the Home, while* Mrs. Erny will serve as governess during the summer and teach seventh and eighth grade English and science during the school term. They will sell the majority of their household goods Saturday, April 15. The sale will be further advertised in this paper.

Obituary

Sylvia Mae Stalbaum, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Stalbaum was born near Tefft on November 7, 1916 and departed this life in the Epworth hospital in South Bend on March 14, after a short illness. She was employed in the Studebaker aviation plant in South Bend where she had lived for the past eight months. She! attended the Tefft Sunday school regularly when she lived there and graduated from the Tefft high school. On ! August 22, 1937 she was united in marriage to Walter Snelling of Lafayete, to this union was >born a son, Leßoy. Survivors besides the son are the parents, three brothers, Eugene imd Lawrence of San Pierre and ijoyd serving with the armed forces overseas. Two sisters Mildred of Chicago and Ruth at home. Her aunt Mrs. Irene Meyers who she made her home with, her aged grandparents, Chas. Stalbaum and Mrs. W. F. Hamlett. Besides a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held in the home of her aunt Mrs. Irene Meyers in charge of Rev. Moore of Rensselaer. Acting pallbearers were the cousins, Virgil Stalbaum, Ward Stalbaum, Bob Stalbaum, Richatd Clawson and Clarence Deerdorff and Walter Deerdorff. Burial was at Graceland cemetery in Valparaiso.

Correction

In last week’s issue we stated that Albert Belstra, brother of the groom was best man at the wedding of Eileen Bailey and Herman Belstra. It should have read cousin of the groom—we are sorry.

Evening Classes

The Evening Shop Class ended this week. They had good attendance and were beneficial to all who attended.

Transferred

Gerrit Van Keppel has been transferred to Radio School at the University of Wisconsin.

DEMOTTE, INDIANA, FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 1944

INTER-CLASS TRACK MEET

The Junior class started off the inter-class track meet last Friday by winning the 100 yard dash, coming in first and second in the mile, and first and second in the 440. From then on they coasted to victory. Final score showed the Juniors with 56 I]3 points, Seniors with 44 points, Sophs with 10 points and Freshies with 5 2j3 points. Following is a summary of the track meet: 1 100 yard dash—N. Abbring, Don Chappell, Red Evans— 11 sec. Mile Run—M. Peterson, Wm. Ely-—5:48.6 min. High Jump—S. Terpstra and F. Roorda tied for first. J. Fieldhouse, Tom Swart and G. Roorda tied for third—s feet. 440 Yard Dash—N. Abbring, J. Walstra, Sig Boezeman—6o.6 sec. High Hurdles—Henrichs, Ruissard and Strangle tied for second —20.4 sec. Shot Put—Sam Kingma, L. DeKock, G. Nanenga—4l ft. 6V2 in. Half Mile—John Walstra, M. Peterson, J. Boezeman—2.2s min 220 Yard Dash—S. Terpstra, Cal Swart, R. Muraida—2s.2 sec. Pole Vault—P. Hoffman and G. Stangle tied for first, Roy Anderson—9 ft. 3 in. Low Hurdles—Sig Boezeman, Joe Ruissard, Dick Henrichs —28 sec. Broad Jump—Cal Swart, P. Hoffman, L. Marshall—lß ft. 2 in Half Mile Relay—Srs. (P. Hoffman, Red Evans, S. Terpstra, Sig Boezeman) —1.50 min. Prospects for track season are very bright. The times and heighths and distances for the various events were very good for early season performances. Weather permitting, there well be a dual track meet next Tuesday afternoon on the local cinder oval with Wheatfield.

NOTICE Some misunderstanding exists as to the value of “A” coupons. “A” coupons are still valid for three gallons of gasoline, but they must last three months instead of two. Your “A-lls” must last through June 21st., and your “A-12s” must last from June 21st. to Sept. 2nd. Jasper Co. Ration Board 37-1. E. J. Wilcox, Chairman 3-t

For Pete's Sake

Hurry! Put your Sunday-go-to-meetin’ clothes on and come to the Junior Play You’ll be sorry if you miss it. There are plenty of good seats left. Hurry and get yours. v

NOTICE If the Red Cross solicitor missed you— please get in touch with Mrs. Florence"Sekema at her home or at Lagaveen’s store on Saturdays.

Would Like Data

Mrs Erwin would like to have the names and birth dates of all children who will be six years old on or before Dec. 1, 1944.

Danny, a graduate of the DeMotte school, enlisted in 1941 and has been overseas almost two years. The message stated that he failed to return from a mission over Holland, March 6. The Walstra’s have another son, Chris, in service somewhere in India.

ANNIVERSARY PARTY HELD

The eighth anniversary party of the American Reformed church was held Wednesday night, March 22, in the church. There were thirty-eight ladies present. The meeting began with devotions led by Mrs. Anna Steunenberg. The program was in charge of Emma DeKock, Marcia Kingma and Tennie DeKock. The program consisted of a monologue given by Katie Varuler Ploeg, a duet sung by Clare Swart and Agnes Steunenberg and a play, “How The Story Grew,” acted by Beulah Postma, Marian Postma, Grace Seegars, Agnes Steunenberg, Cora Kooy, Dorothy Ilamstra, Elizabeth Hamstra and Helen Westerhoff. After the program several games were played. After sandwiches and coffee were served a large three tier anniversary cake was brought in with eight candles on it. The president, Elvina Swart cut and served the cake to the ladies. The cake was made by Mary Bakker. Hostesses for the evening were Mary Bakker and Marion Postma, with several others assisting.

WHO HAS A BETTER RIGHT TO VOTE

Men and women in the armed forces are fighting your battle for freedom. You should fight their battle for the right to a COMPLETE vote. The New Deal bobtailed ballot is unconstitutional, and it prohibits voting for state and local officials. Help us defeat this fraudulent idea bv demanding a COMPLETE ballot'for them.— INDIANA REPUBLICAN VETERANS.

NOTICE Bake Sale—Saturday, April 8, at DeKoek’s store.

Dale Story Home

The first time home after nearly two years in the service Dale Story, U. S. M, C., arrived arrived Tuesday night to see his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Story and his sisters and brothers. Dale, who will celebrate his 20 birthday this week, had nothing to say except, “I am glad to be home”; his parents can be justly proud of him. On his blouse is pinned the Purple Heart, two ribbons for action in the South Pacific and American Theatres of War and two Strs for action in Guadalcanal and Tarawa-grim reminders that he has been in the thick of war and could tell many a tale. His brother Leonard gave his life in the service of his country. Dale will report for duty at the end of his furlough.

AS TO “CHANGING HORSES”

Out of the deep South, Rome, Georgia, comes the following editorial comment: “The " time-worn expression, ‘Don’t change horses in the middle of the stream,’which has been the refuge of many a politician in seeking re-election, was neatly and accurately disposed of by Mr. Roosevelt in an address delivered at St. Paul, Minn., on April 18, 1932. On that occasion, when he was pushing his campaign for President, he made this thoroughly sensible observation: ‘“There will be many in this nation during the coming months who will implore you not to swap horses crossing a stream; there will be others who will laughingly tell you that the appeal should have been worded, ‘Do not swap toboggans while you are sliding down hill.’ But it seems to. me that the more truthful, the more accurate plea to the people of the nation should be this: ‘lf the old car, in spite of frequent emergency repair, has been bumping along downhill on only two cylinders for three long years, it is time to get another car that will start uphill on all four.’” “As a matter of course, there has never been any sound basis for the' ‘Don’t change horses’ argument. Were it sound in its relation to politics, it would mean that no public official could ever be replaced. To be elected once would be to serve perpetually. “Fortunately, the people are too intelligent to be governed by any such philosophy,* and thus repeated changes in public officials are made, despite their protests that to ‘change horses in the middle of the stream’ is a perilous experiment. .“The British people changed horses’’ in the middle of the stream’ when they traded ChambVrlain for t’hurchhill— and it is doubtful if any Britisher ever regretted this immensely profitable change.”

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