28 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1918
Page
1
Fred Buckley at Camp Fremont and John VanGorkuin are listed alongside Francs Jake Levering in France and Menili Harrison at Port Douglas Utah. Fred Jahn appears at Camp Pike Arkansas in a miscellaneous roster note.
Abe Levering shares a note from his brother Jake who met John Van Gorkum, with Jake’s ambulance corps attached to a regiment. Jake describes trench life as a snapping turtle moment and says both are glad the two boys have resolved a prior problem.
An opinion piece weighs in on predicting war’s end noting guesses are futile. It argues Kaiser Bill would trade his mustache to halt combat and suggests victory depends on time, money, and exhausted resources rather than bold plans or weapons.
Rev. D Scholten from Valley Springs visited Rev Vanderbeek between trains. Al De Jager returned from Minnesota after a brief visit. Bernard Vanderbeek and Mrs Gerritt De Jone with Mrs P Van Roekel called on their brother Geo Van Pearsem. Henry Viseer returns from Dakota. Maurice residents express happiness at his health.
A bay mare for driving is offered by P Niemantyerdriat Maurice Ta and described as suitable for ladies and children. The notice mentions Tieke Stelling Werf and plans for full citizenship papers for Maurice, with other names such as D Perseis in the lineup. The text references quarantine notes and local stock company figures, with vague ties to Des Moines and local capital.
Fragmentary local notice notes Clarence Diebberi placed in class C but favored for family needs. Mentions M. M. Tapp and crew finishing interior decoration at Chris Mueller farm, marking the eighth house completed this year amid other extensive work.
The Van Otterloo public sale drew a well attended crowd and totaled over 35 600. Cattle were the main draw selling high and mighty. G E Edlers handled the event with apparent success. Mr Van Otterloo plans to move near Alton and expresses satisfaction with The Times office.
Warntjes offers blue serge suits for 15 dollars with pants priced from 2.50 to 5.00, presenting value items for men’s formal wear.
Retired farmers find Maurice appealing with strong railroad access and easy travel to nearby towns. The area boasts frequent trains, convenient transport, and affordable living relative to neighboring cities.
A public reception was held at Maurice hall for soldiers soon to depart for Camp Dodge. Local residents, including Sam and DeGroot, honored the boys with a program featuring music, prayers, and remarks on duty. The event endorsed national unity and Congregational support, with Testaments given to each soldier and a banquet at Tyler's cafe afterward.
A large crowd of about 3000 gathered as Maurice and Orange City bands led troops toward the depot in a display of wartime support. The unit nicknamed the Fighting Squad faced rough moments as a mishap sparked by a soldier, while townsfolk bid farewell to the departing soldiers and promised aid at home. Citizens formed a committee to promote the third Liberty Loan drive and urged giving—through loans or savings stamps—to support the government.
The notice lists Sunday Divine Services at 9 30 A M and 1 36 P M with Sunday School at 3 00 P M and G B E Society at 7 30 P M Monday Y M C A 7 30 P M Tuesday Catechism 2 00 P M Teacher Training 7 30 P M Wednesday Evening School 7 30 P M Thursday Prayer Meeting 2 00 P M Catechism 7 30 P M Friday Teachers Meeting 7 30 P M Saturday Childrens Catechism 1 45 P M Ladies Aid meets 4th Wednesday and Ladies Mission meets every other Friday C E topic March 3 1918 Christian Duty and Privilege. Prayer described as communion with God and the Christian life. The W C T O meets Friday afternoon at Mrs PL Van Peurasm home with Mrs H E Bekman of Orange City to read Mother's Meeting paper. The Lading Aid Society met at Mrs iorpas Coven home Wednesday afternoons.
Notice to qualified electors that the Maurice Independent District in Sioux County Iowa will hold its annual meeting at the Town Hall on Monday March 11 1918 from 1 to 6 PM for electing two directors and a treasurer and for other lawful business. John M Mieras Secretary.
Financial statement for Maurice Iowa district covers period 1917 01 31 to 1918 02 01 showing general fund balance 64.37 with no disbursements and secretary John M Mieran certifying correctness dated February 18 1918. Includes estimate for 1918 19 school year required by statute and notes general fund 4000.00 school house fund none.
G A Tyler will deliver both oraing and evening sermons urging attendees to come prepared to give a large offering for world relief.
Fragmentary notice shows M. M. Tapp advertising painting and papering services. It urges customers to place orders early to avoid delays and mentions sample books and forthcoming options.
Citizens in Sioux County receive a stark alert on a pending action or enforcement measure. The notice emphasizes imminent deadlines and the need to respond or comply with local authorities.
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