Des Moines man dies in self-inflicted gas tragedy at home
J Wilber Brown a former Pella high school student from 1978 to 1982 died by his own action in his Des Moines home last Monday. Police report he planted gas, wrapped a robe and sheet around his head, turned on the gas and lay on the floor. His mother smelled gas around 2 am, found no sign of the bed occupant, and neighbors entered the room where the body lay. Brown, about 50, left two children, one aged 21. The death followed his wife’s death two years earlier. officials say no clear reason emerges for the act. The report notes no prior threats or clear depression.
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J. Wilber Brown
Pella
Des Moines
Mr. Brown
Brown
Afternoon Tea Honoring Mia Hart Attracts Notable Guests
Miss Blanche Vander Linden hosted a Tuesday afternoon tea in Knoxville to honor Mia Hart and Mrs. Hagan. A large party attended with Carrie Edmond winning a guessing game prize, and vocal performances by Marie Bousquet and Marie Lautenbach. Mr. Hart offered readings, described as amusing and appreciated. Elegant refreshments followed.
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Blanche ‘Vander Linden
Mia. Hart
Knoxville
Hagan
Carrie Edmond
Marie Bousquet
Marie Lautenbach
Hart
Bayless Announces Candidacy for Board of Supervisors
J. Bayless declares in the Chronicle his intent to seek the Republican county convention nomination for a seat on the Board of Supervisors. He emphasizes the nomination is contingent on the convention's decision.
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Chronicle
Board of Supervisors
Republican County Convention
J. Bayless
Real Estate Transfers Listed Across Townships
Summary of land transfers involving William Newberry Abraham Descamps George W. Brewer J W Brown A O Barnes John Newbern Catharine Collin Elizabeth Gideon John Minnick Alice Hasnel City of Knoxville W H Lucas Elizabeth Bryan A J Hanna Jr B D Teter guardian Tennis van Arkel Gideon van Loon James van Loon W As Martin and J Hanna 80 acres Lake Prairie Kingston Summit Knoxville Perry Clay Liberty Graceland surface tract quit claim prices listed mostly 1 to 200 dollars.
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William Newberry
Abraham Descamps
Knoxville Township
George W. Brewer
J. W. Brown
Liberty Township
A. O. Barnes
John Newbern
Clay Township
Catharine Collin Et al
John Minnick
Perry Township
Elizabeth J. Gideon
John Minnisk
Alice Hasnel
City of
Knoxville
W. H. Lucas
Gracaland
Elizabeth Bryan
A. J. Hanna, Jr
B.D. Teter
Guardian
A. J. Hannah, Jr
Tennis van Arkel
Ryer van Dyk
Summit Township
Gideon van Loon
James van Loon
Lake Prairie
Martin
J. Hanna
Church Services and Programs Across Local Baptist and Dutch Reformed
The notice lists multiple church schedules led by pastors LeGrand Edwards Van der Werf and Vander Werf plus Wm. J. Van Kersen. Sunday schools at 9:30 or 3:00 p.m. with morning and evening preaching, language-specific services, and topics such as The Conquering Church Peacemakers False and True Friendships Delverance From Temptation and The Safe-Keeping of the Ransomed Soul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atev. A. LeGrand
F. G. Hdwards
Haworth
van der Werf
Mr. Wolus
J. Heemstra
J. Vander Werf
Wm. J. van Kersen
C. KE
New Mucilage Brush Cleans Sewing Machine Crevices
A new mucilage brush proves very satisfactory for cleaning sewing machines. Lift the head and insert the brush into every crevice especially beneath the needle bar before oiling. Wash the brush and keep it in the sewing machine drawer for future use.
Fireproofing Cloth by French Chemist Process
A French chemist uses a soaking bath for textiles to render cloth fireproof. The solution mixes chloride of ammonium eight parts, sodium hyposulphate 2.26 parts, ammonium sulphate ten parts, borax 4.5 parts, water 75.25 parts, then hang to dry without wringing. Also noted is a cure for corns involving tar sugar and salepelst.
Umbrella Language and Local Notices in Colfax
A quirky guide on umbrella meanings opens with tips about signaling danger, marriage, or dislike, followed by local society notes. Miss Elizabeth Gezel visits Colfax. residents from Holdyville to Des Moines, Oskaloosa, Monroe, and Omaha are listed with small travel and event updates.
For Sale At the M. E. Parsonage Items Offered
A first class piano a bedroom suite Davenport office chair cooking range and two heating stoves are for sale at the M. E. parsonage by Rev O Edwards.
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M. E. Parsonage
Davenport
O. Edwards
Pella Markets Cattle Hoga Provisions Ba Eggs
Market notes show cattle prices steady at Pella with hogs and provisions weak. Eggs and butter quoted mixed as regional prices hold while farm staples push cautious demand amid timid trading.
Pickling Cucumbers In Stone Jar With Dill and Leaves
Instructions describe layering cucumbers six to eight inches long with salt water, pepper, dill, grape and cabbage leaves in a large jar or keg, covered with a stone. A hot brine is added and fermentation begins. in two to three weeks the cucumbers become amber and crisp.
The Kitchen Sink Hygiene Advisories
A historic note urges keeping kitchen sinks clean and well vented with four legs and exposed drainpipes. It warns of diphtheria risk and prescribes daily flushing with boiling water and ammonia or washing soda, plus weekly disinfection with chloride of lime.
Apple Chutney Prep Notes From Early Preserve Recipe
A historical recipe fragment instructs adding one quart vinegar a cup seeded raisins two minced green peppers and two onions to a preserving kettle. It lists two cups brown sugar and two tablespoons each of mustard seed and optional other spices, then proceed to heat.
A Little Nonsense High Life Remarkable Rescue
A rural anecdote from Judge's Magazine of Fun recounts a man stuck with a balky team who pays a 10 cent fare to a stranger. The stranger uses a small bottle of liquid labeled high life, helping the horses dash free. The old man, anxious to catch the team, pays 35 cents for eight quarters worth.
Where the Shoe Pinches
A lighthearted quip from a Philadelphia Press cartoon shows a woman lamenting uncomfortable shoes, while her companion suggests relief may come from shoes that hurt less. The caption captures everyday retail humor with pithy banter.
Maternal Wisdom Inspires Talk of Swidgerton Visit
A mother urges George to telegraph the Swidgertons to send Willie home after a tense exchange about allowing him to visit. She recalls warning Willie that he was not to play with the Swidgerton boys again, yet he is reportedly there now.
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George
Swidgertons
Willie
Swidgerton Boys
Chicago Record-Herald
A Choice Assortment from Mrs Sharp Reminisces Gold Medals
A Baltimore American quote asks what Mrs Sharp’s son took this year and lists his prizes. He earned the gold medal in mathematics, the silver in rhetoric, first premiums in botany and philosophy, and the mumps.
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Sharp
Baltimore American
Weally and Ruins Exchange in Quick Witted Banter
In a light exchange from the Detroit Press and Washington Star, Charlie laments a broken heart when a girl refuses him, Miss Pepprey replays that his simplicity helps him mend, and Mr Quinrox recalls a ruin of a year’s income. The Yonkers Statesman adds a quip about band wagons versus water wagons in a playful joke feature.
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Charlie
Miss Pepprey
Detroit
Ee Press
Behind His Back Ranter Says He Has Never Had Stage Fright
A Chicago Record-Herald item notes Ranter stating he has never shown stage fright. The remark implies confidence despite potential heckling or unsavory surroundings. No further context or names provided.
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Chicago
Not Acquainted Donkey Stages Odd London Clip
Dialog from Town and Country notes Mrs Madison and Mrs Dyer discussing new neighbors and borrowing. A London donkey named Caruso, once on stage, featured in Jongleur de Notre Dame, was sent by a nobleman and housed with an operatic phonograph in its stable.
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Madison
Dyer
Caruso
London Opera
Jongleur de Notre Dame
Local Items From Jam Iowa and Nearby Events
Mrs M B Mair and son Ed Mand visiting relatives in Jam Iowa arrive for a city visit with Clark and Theo. Tice exhibits include fine hogs and horses for the state fair. John De Cook and George Or ol oversee construction of large amphitheaters at the fair grounds. Oska loosa chautauqua attendees listed including Jenette Hospers and John Mathes. Vander Werf travels to Newton for his brother’s marriage. Relatives gather with Edmands and Neils families. The big game Japs vs Baracas next Wednesday with Jul-Jitsu exhibitions. admission 25 cents. New pickle salting station busy. cucumber crop large. Marshal Den Adel declined jailor post at Newton. John Van Gostrom’s horse died from TM lung fever. Main street improvements near the depot. better drainage and appearance. Rev BF Edwards leaves Sept 1 for Boston to complete studies. Jacob Bayless seeks Supervisor seat as Republican. First Reformed church to meet in auditorium for three weeks. fiftieth anniversary Sept 10. Canning factory running full blast with nights likely. tomatoes unusually large and high quality. Japs to play ball Wednesday against the Lions. team includes university players from Japan.
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Jacob Bayless
Harvey
Board of Supervisors
Bayless
First Reformed Church
Bnons
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M. J. Boesen
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Arle Ver Steeg
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Walters’ & Rovhe
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Adolphus Waechter
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Pel- Tas
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Colfax
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Holdyville
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Rev. S. Rederus
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Oskaloosa
Leland Sadler
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Monroe
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J. M. Ht
Otley
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Sully
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Waterloo
Flrst
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Ver Meer Grove
Baracas
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Prairie City
W. Vander Kamp
Third Reformed Church
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Tennis van Dalen
California
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Pella Markets
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Yeast
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Edmand
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Theo
Tice
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Geo. Oro
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Cornelia Hospers
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Minne ‘Vanden Berg
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Vander Werf
Chronicle Office
Newton
T. J. Edmand
A. Erb
R. Bean
Geo
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John van Gostrom
Howell
Carson
BF. O. Edwards
M. B. Church
Boston
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