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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1902
Page
5
Last fall I suffered muscular rheumatism causing great pain and annoyance. After trying several prescriptions I used Chamberlains Pain Balm advertised in the South Jerryman. Two applications eased the pain and one bottle completed the cure, per Sallie Harris of Salem New Jersey. For sale by Allen Stubenrauch.
Readings on Dutch valor and Boer spirit mix with a street confrontation in a separate case. The piece recalls Motley’s portrayal of Dutch stubbornness and the Huguenot legacy, then shifts to a Johnson Murray duel over a contested property, where shots were fired and a police judge set bonds at 1500 dollars as the community debates the outcome and impact on local factions.
In Oskaloosa on April 21 Rev. O A Johnson and Edward Murray both over 50 engaged in a pistol duel. About ten shots were fired with Johnson struck by three bullets and Murray unhurt. Johnson reportedly threw his pistol at Murray as the clash ended.
A 1902 appeal from an Iowa town urges Pella business leaders to fund summer Saturday music by the well known local band. The speaker notes musicians will not perform for free and calls for a liberal reward to compensate the boys for their pleasure and effort.
The speaker urges residents to have the band play every Saturday evening this summer. About 75 business men surround the square, supporting the plan, which would cost roughly $6 per person. The appeal asks the reader to consider the proposal carefully and not disappoint local citizens.
June 10 12 marks a major convention for Iowa Sunday School workers in Sioux City featuring sessions on instruction methods led by W C Pearce and Dr Stephen Phelps. A large choir and speakers Willis Brown and others from Grinnell Cedar Rapids Indianola and Des Moines will present. Accredited delegates receive free lodging breakfast and entertainment. send delegate names to Wm Tackaberry and credentials via county secretaries.
Local merchants fear loss of visitors as band concerts for Saturday evenings remain unsettled. Citizens urge immediate subscription to pay band members, hoping the events attract strangers and boost city welfare.
Peter Engel aged 69 and a half was found dead in his locked southwest city home by his son last Monday. Officials suspect heart disease. he had lived alone since his wife’s death. Funeral services were held at Hirst Reformed Church followed by burial north of the city.
Engel Verploegh aged 79 died at his home on Second East Street last Saturday after a stroke of paralysis. A longtime resident and highly respected, he was among the community’s wealthiest citizens. Funeral services were held Tuesday morning.
Bids were invited for grassing the west east and south market squares and related work. Contractors submitted proposals outlining costs and methods for turf installation and maintenance at the municipal markets.
Bids will be received until six o'clock Friday evening May 2 1902 for trimming and keeping clean the public square and band stand. The committee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. H pr Booy, Chairman.
Jno Sebastian, General Passenger Agent in Chicago, Ill, prepares a free Colorado outing book with full details on destinations, camp gear, and costs for novices. The guide promises low prices and pleasant travel, sent with other Colorado literature on request.
An advertisement touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve for wounds sores and burns with claims of rapid healing and relief from piles. A testimonial from A S Fuller of English Indiana credits the product with curing a gunshot wound after other remedies failed. Cole and Langerak market the salve and warn against counterfeits.
A son of John Brouwer near Peoria Iowa was injured last Friday while plowing on a riding machine. He fell between the plow and the horses, severing a limb and requiring amputation. He died Sunday morning. Funeral services were held yesterday and the body interred in Peoria cemetery.
Edw Mehier of Union Bottling Works in Eric Pa describes lifelong stomach trouble and doctors' care before finding relief with Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He claims the product digests what you eat and urges other sufferers to try it, noting no diet required. Cole and Langerak advertise the cure.
The new pipe organ will be installed in about two weeks at Second Reformed Church. A recital is planned to dedicate the instrument with Prof. McFerren of Chicago secured to play. Everyone is urged to attend.
A first class 310 acre farm near a shipping point in Marion County three miles from a town. The property has good improvements and is offered as a bargain. For particulars call at this office.
A Colombo Sri Lanka watchmaker endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for coughs and colds in children. He cites quick chest cold relief and notes many others he advised were pleased with the results. Sold by Allen and Stubenrauch.
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