War With Mexico and U S Involvement Under Wilson
The nation debates President Wilson plan to use force to compel Gen Huerta to honor U S rights and restore order in Mexico. Congress supports restraint while warning of possible war, as U S Marines land at Vera Cruz amid clashes and casualties. The piece stresses policy aims, not hostility toward the Mexican people, and hopes for peaceful relations if possible.
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Wilson
United States
Mexico
Madero
Pacific
Huerta
U. S
Mexican
Admiral Mayo
Congress
Gen. Huerta
House of Representatives
Congran Underwood
House
Republic of Mexico
Senate
Vera Cruz
Custom House
Depot robbery at Rock Island office probe
A boomer operator robbed the Pella Rock Island office drawer last Tuesday morning taking 13.60 dollars before fleeing. The night operator initially trusted him after consent from Superintendent Abbott, and the company is tracking the suspect with detectives. The thief is described as homely and unnamed.
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Rock Island Railway
Pella
Dykstra
Abbott
Central College Loses Season Opener At Oskaloosa
Central College opened baseball with Penn College in Oskaloosa. Dispute over a batted ball sparked tension but the game continued. Final score 11 to 2 in favor of Penn.
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Central
Central College
Oskaloosa
Penn College
Penn
Warren
Baseball box score and notes from Penn vs Central game
Three base hits Johnson and two base hits Johnson, Hintons struck out. Harbison 14, Thomas 3. Penn 6, Central 6 left on base. Brown, Bussey, Byram stole bases. Penn had 1 base on balls off Thomas. Double plays Thomas to Rhynsburger. Pitcher hit by pitch: Thomas 2, Harbison 1. Umpire McClean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhe Penn
Central
Johnson
Hintons
Harbison
Thomas
Penn
Brown
Bussey
Byram
J. Rhynsburger
Picher
McClean
City Dirt for Sale by Application to City Clerk
City offers dirt for sale to fill low lots. Applicants must apply to the City Clerk on or before April 27, 1914. Street and Alley Committee oversight.
Glee Club Concert Delights Pella Audience Despite Low Attendance
The Central College glee club gave a polished home concert with old and new elements under Professor B W Clayton. Highlights included The Winter Song and Is it Hot Enough for You with frequent encores, plus performances by quartets and a piano solo by Mr Churchill. The College Reunion segment recalled college days, pleasing many locals who recognized faculty references, though attendance was small and financial returns suffered.
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Glee Club
Central College
Northwest
Iowa
B. W. Clayton
Bullard
Ralph
Westervelt
Churchill
Pella
Recitals and campus day praised at Sadler studio
Students performed in recital last Wednesday in Prof Sadler’s studio. Campus day received high praise from Dr Beyl as the best in five years. The Walk Committee Tree Co Brush Co and Eats Com aided well. A student skipped due to being unthanked last year so attendees should be present again. Miss Barnwell will present students in recital Monday night at the auditorium and has had a successful year. The male glee club sang at the Baptist church, and Ralph Westervelt received a possible summer offering with chautauqua work. The concert was called the best in years with an improved sound after Sadler’s accompaniment. The original musical farce A College Reunion was a hit. The club plans concerts Friday to Sunday with Sadler accompanying.
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Sadler
Ralph Westervelt
Ralph
Conservatory of Music
Churchill
Nevin
Birds Over Squirrels Questioned In Pella Letter
A 1914 citizen letter to the Pella Chronicle argues for protecting robins and other birds over squirrels. The author cites birds’ insect-eating value, notes a robin nest destroyed by a squirrel, and urges city action to control squirrels while recognizing federal protection for migratory birds.
Hand of Death Knook Dead at 71 in Illinois
A message reports the death of L. Knook on Monday in Chicago at the home of his daughter Mrs. W. Stuart. Born in 1840 in Lemmenstad Holland, he migrated to Pella in 1867, moved to Orange City in 1870, lived on a farm near the depot until 1907, then moved to town. He served as deacon and elder at First Church. Funeral set for Friday at the First Church in Orange City.
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Orange City Herald
Expression Recital by Barnwell and guests April 27
Students of Prof Hazel M Barnwell presented an expression recital Monday evening at 8 00 o clock April 27 with performances by Arleine Lunt Dora Reerink Edna Horn Merna Thomas Cecile Cherry Gladys Terril Joe Terrill Warner VanSpanckeren Molly the maid and Cameron The program included Valse Impromptu and The Time of Roses among others, featuring solo and character pieces with accompanying performers from Sadler and Clayton faculties.
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Hazel M. Barnwell
Sadler
Clayton
Arleine Lunt
Dora Reerink
Sunbeam
Edna Horn
Merna Thomas
Jear Merna Thosam
Cecile Cherry
Warrier VanSpanckeren
Gladys Terril
Joe Terrill
Warner VanSpanckeren
Molly
Cameron
Campus Day Reckoning Ends In Mixed Teen Turmoil
After campus day a group of college boys roughed a few classmates who shirked duties with a shovel and rake. A householder called Marshal Padre and Mayor Johnson, who postponed charges. The case was eventually dropped amid promises to reimburse officer expenses. A separate incident saw students detain a high school pupil who allegedly overstepped boundaries, amid uncertainty over whether the matter will continue.
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Fred Padre
Johnson
Padre
Oskaloosa
Advance Banquet Sparks Central College Shakespeare Night
The Advance literary society of Central College held an April 16 banquet at Miss Marguerite Tracy's home to boost enthusiasm for a May production of As You Like It. Thirty members attended, four decorated tables hosted the dinner, toasts quoted from the play, and the evening closed with the Central and Advance yells and ten rahs for chaperones Dr Beyl Mrs Beyl and Prof Graham.
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Advance Literary Society of
Central College
Marguerite Tracy
Beyl
Prof
Graham
Horses for sale in Pella Iowa by T. J. Riley
Black percheron mare in foal four years old weighs 1500 pounds also several good driving horses offered by T. J. Riley contact K. Pella Iowa by phone 123 for details
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T. J. Riley
Richards Gets Two Years For Concealed Weapon
William Richards, already a paroled burglar, was sentenced by Judge Lawrence DeGraff in Polk County district court to an indeterminate term not exceed two years at Fort Madison penitentiary. He received no spoken statement as the sentence was handed down, and the governor has yet to act on revoking his parole. County Attorney Guthrie may pursue the burglary charge pending against him.
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Richards
William
Bill) Richards
Fort Madison
Lawrence DeGraff
District Court
Polk County
Hamilton
DeGraff
Clarke
Guthrie
Lord's Supper and New Members at Second Reformed
The Second Reformed Church will celebrate the Lord's Supper and receive new members next Sunday morning. In the evening the pastor will speak on The Ever Living Christ. A Teacher Training Class meets Friday at 8 15 p m with Lesson 9 and 10 The Teacher. Dr J W Bailey will address the combined Lake Prairie Township Sunday School Association and Teacher Training Class on How the Bible Came to Us.
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Childs
Lake Prairie Township Sunday School Association
J. W. Bailey
Rummage Sale At VerStigt Corner This May Weekend
A rummage sale will be held at the VerStigt corner on Friday and Saturday May 1 and 2. Volunteers welcome donations and shoppers. Newcomers seeking details may contact Mrs HH Keables at phone 129.
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VerStigt Corner
Weather Crop Bulletin for Week Ending April 18
The week saw unusually warm conditions through most days with 6 degrees above normal, and highs well above average on Thursday and Friday across the state. Rain was scarce until Saturday morning, sunshine abundant, and farm work advanced with much of the small grain seeded, potatoes planted, and ground prepared for corn. Winter wheat remains in good shape though some southern counties show spots. Saturday brought showers and a fall in temperatures, ending with frost risk Sunday night. George M. Shappel.
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George M. Shappel
Local Notes From Des Moines and Vicinity
OTLEY J. B. Vriezelaar transacted business in Des Moines Friday and Saturday. Mrs. R. J. Tilma visited Mrs. W. O. Frazer last Wednesday. Frazer has been very sick the past week. The children were called home on Monday and Saturday. Dr. Carpenter of Pella attends Frazer for speedy recovery. Marine Aulbers bought Albert Colyn’s farm south of town. Frank Hindy and wife of Colfax visit John Stinerman. Mrs. D. VanZante has been quite sick the past week but is better now. Neal Huisman of Prairie City was a home visitor Saturday.
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Otley J. B. Vriezelaar
Des Moines
R. J. Tilma
W. O. Frazer
Frazer
Carpenter
Pella
Marine Aulbers
Albert Colyn
Frank Hindy
Colfa
Temperance issue shapes legislative race in Iowa
In Marshalltown Times Republican commentary, candidates face liquor questions from temperance and liquor interests. The piece urges clear, honest stances to avoid embarrassment and warns against selecting radicals over competent judgment for Iowa voters who will vote their convictions.
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Iowa
Marshalltown
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Oskaloosa Herald
Penn Abrhpore
Vella Wigh
Prairie City
Pella High School
Prairie City High School
Pella Prairie City
Renaud
McFadden
Holy Edmand
Graham Cottrell VanRees
W. VanRees
College
Chronicle
Robbin
Thas
Robbins
Pelia
Lowa
Man
Hand OF Death
Knook
Ruth Gregory
Lhat
Donnell
Anon
Pella, Iowa
H. P. VanGorp
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