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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1903
Page
2
The piece condemns the dowager empress and her influence, accusing her of Boxer massacres and brutal repression of liberals. It warns that continued violence against Chinese subjects could invite foreign intervention and threaten the empire, risking partition and collapse of the government.
On Wednesday at 5 30 PM A N Vanderlinden wed Mary Morgan in a quiet ceremony at the bride's home officiated by Rev W J Van Kersen. The couple will spend a week in Parkersburg before returning to reside at Vanderlinden’s corner residence. Also reports a 13-year-old Van der Pol sustained severe leg injuries when a mower accident near Weigaart farm required swift medical aid. Dr Fuqua saved the leg and the boy is recovering well.
Parties handling temperance drinks should remember the Harvey Bottling Co manufactures its drinks from mineral water not river water. It is recommended by best physicians for quality and health. Prompt attention given mail orders for picnics fairs etc. Prices reasonable. All flavors of pop ginger ale celery cola etc.
Comrades of 61 and 66 are invited to assemble at the G A R hall in the opera house on Saturday August 15 1903 at 3 pm. By order of commander H Bauman, J M Cox, Adj.
For Rent upper room 23 by 80 feet neatly finished suitable for family purposes inquire of Eugene Dennis et 2h sah.
An act advertised as the sensational wonder of the age promises loop the loop bicycle feats on a circular track with gravity defied at a 78 degree angle. The Howe troupe will perform in Pella on Monday August 24 drawing widespread excitement from Europe to New York City.
The Knoxville Electric Co invites applications by August 1 at its Knoxville office for two telephone operators at the Pleasantville exchange. Preference given to a mother and daughter team.
Howe's London Shows agents tour the city to promote the upcoming amusement event to residents and visitors. The note hints that families and couples will attend the circus day at Pella with the popular entertainment act likely drawing wide crowds.
Pleasantville News notes improved rail service with trains likely heading to Des Moines from nearby depots. The item hints at updated schedules and better passenger facilities, signaling a shift in regional transportation.
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