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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1915
Page
5
A Pella board of review taxed engagement rings valued from 160 to 450 dollars, mostly worn by women, prompting backlash. The piece defends the law as rightful and condemns taxation that punishes industrious citizens and discourages marriage, urging repeal and broader reform of tax on personal property.
Central College won 10 to 8 over Parsons College Fairfield on a quiet Friday afternoon. Brown started pitching for Central, with Lowe finishing. Westervelt hit a second inning homer. Umpire Bill Van Rees called the strikes hard as Parsons’ pitcher struggled, and Parsons’ shortstop drew attention with his exhortations to the pitcher. Attendance was light and the game lasted about two hours and forty five minutes. Score by innings shows Central 11 runs in the first three frames and Parsons 8 overall.
Central College announces a summer program with Normal Training and college subjects. Normal Training runs June 7 for two five week sessions six days weekly to meet state requirements, including First Grade Uniform County Certificate. Thirty day options available. College courses start June 14 for nine weeks, three subjects optional, nine semester hours earned. Tuition ten dollars per five week term. Faculty from regular college, J D Dodson directing. A mandatory requirement for town teachers after July 1 to be qualified in Agriculture Domestic Science and Manual Training.
The Appeal to Reason reprints Prof C A Dykstra of Kansas State University arguing the two house system began to check royal power and shaping debates from constitutional conventions. He contends the Senate’s veto power, later eroded by courts, is not needed and one house could suffice with eventual direct legislation.
71 acre farm three miles west of Pella on White Pole road with good improvements and ample water. Also almost new four bedroom first floor and three upstairs dwelling on corner Broadway and University streets near College Campus. Modernization possible with sewer and water mains nearby. Information via A Waechter’s, 7-19.
Walt Mason urges readers to start a paint movement in their neighborhood. He jokes that any small paint project can trigger a cascade of color from nearby homes to pumps and fences, inspired by spring and Dame Nature’s colors. Buy a gallon now and paint everything yellow red and more.
Obituary notes two deaths and a family death notice from Pella Iowa area. Mrs Geertje Walraven dies in April 1916 at age 80 4 17 after cerebral hemorrhage. Colyn Colyn Sr dies April 24 1915 aged 86 4 1 with surviving children. Mrs Jacob Kamp dies near Tipton Oklahoma after moving from Nebraska and Iowa. Funeral and burial details given for Oakwood cemetery and First Reformed church. Relatives in Pella informed by telegraph.
Mrs. Mary Buffington born June 30 1843 in Pella died April 17 1915 at Doon, age 71 years 9 months 17 days. Wife of S W Buffington, mother of fourteen children, survived by many relatives including R A Awtry's aunt. Funeral details not listed in remaining notice.
Mrs. Buffington, long resident of Rock Valley and vicinity, died after illness while visiting a daughter. Survived by Simon Buffington of Rock Valley and several relatives in Pipestone Minnesota, Coal Harbor North Dakota, Laverne Minnesota, Doon and Hancock. Funeral at Methodist church conducted by Rev. J. L. Shroyer with Rev. D. W. Witham assisting. interment at Valley View cemetery. Awtry disputes birthplace claim, stating grandfather’s family moved in 1844.
A catalog style list of new titles and authors including Miss Billy Porter crossovers Red Fox Roberts Pollyanna Grows Up Doyle The Valley of Fear and others. Names include Porter Walton Wilkinson Manaites Doyle Grant Bertram Corkey and Morrison among many.
At the Baptist Church Bible school begins 9 30 morning worship 10 45 Lord s Supper Baptism Sermon topic The Reconciliing Son Evening service 7 30 Gods Verdict Topic Sunday morning the male quartet sings the 23rd Psalm with a solo by Mr Brown In the evening the male quartet sings Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken with a solo by Mr Westervelt Miss Jones also solos.
A seven day Travers-Wick Chautauqua Co event is set for the latter half of June in Pella on the Central College campus. Sponsored by the Federated Women's Club, tickets are sold and dates will be announced soon. The company, known to local residents, toured in multiple states last year and includes musicians tied to Central College Conservatory.
Bessie Van Cleave of Cedar and Christian Haber of Oskaloosa were married at the First Reformed church parsonage in Oskaloosa on April 14 1915. Rev Loehr officiated and Grace Griffiths and Lewis Haber attended. The couple will reside in Oskaloosa after May 1.
On Monday April 26 the Independent Order of Odd Fellows marked its ninety sixth US anniversary with a joint celebration by the Pella and Durham lodges at Pella lodge room. Rebekahs participated after lodge work. Durham and Pella each brought two candidates, degrees were conferred, a social gathering followed, and a feast at the Palace restaurant. About one hundred people attended the event.
Citizens desiring sewer in front of their property will please let the superintendent of Water and Sewer know so that he can make the proper investigation and bring the matter before the City Council. 17-18. Wm. Schreiner.
Poem praising divine design of colors and nature. Urges men to beautify the world. Stresses that earth’s beauty was created with purpose and motivates human effort to build and improve surroundings.
The undersigned prohibit swimming or fishing in their pond and trespassing on the slaughter house grounds. Violators will be dealt with according to law. Date 17-18.
Weather forecast issued by the U S Weather Bureau in Washington D C covers the week beginning Wednesday April 28 1915. Generally fair weather with temperatures above seasonal averages expected for the next several days, followed by local showers and cooler temperatures toward week end.
Des Moines report notes ideal week for farming with rapid ground preparation for corn and planting in southern Iowa. Grass and small grains grow well under high temperatures and light showers while a soaking rain is needed for a bountiful harvest. Fruit trees bloom abundantly except peaches. Livestock in pasture across southern and central counties. Geo M Chappel Director.
A century ago, Alexander I noted the need for Russia to drink warm water and secure a southern outlet to the sea, framing a long running imperial aim to reach maritime routes. The passage reflects strategic goals shaping Russia’s外交 and territorial ambitions in the era.
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