Christmas Gift Dilemma in Anxious Times
The article reflects an era of scarce cheer as shoppers brood over sensible presents amid anxiety. It notes the lingering question of what to give during holidays marked by restraint and prudent buying.
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1914
Page
2
The article reflects an era of scarce cheer as shoppers brood over sensible presents amid anxiety. It notes the lingering question of what to give during holidays marked by restraint and prudent buying.
Local residents share visits in Des Moines and nearby towns. Notables include Mrs Jane Van Wyngarden in poor health and Adrian De Jong recovering after eye surgery. Born to Ed Van He, a son arrives. Christmas program set for December 26 at 7 30 p m at Second Reformed Sunday school.
Local items report illness at home of B H Van Spanckeren Sr, patent metal boxes by G Reltveld across the river, Anna Grant attending Mahaska county teachers meeting, Henry White visiting Des Moines, Mr and Mrs H F Fisk visiting Des Moines and Brooklyn, Mrs Leonard De Bruyn and child visiting Dr VanderBusse, girls Edna Fry and Hendrina Rozendal winning declamation at Leighton, upcoming Farmers Institute contest in Oskaloosa, Kate Smorenberg visiting Des Moines, suspected chickenpox cases in town, and various visits and store ads including fur hats and hot blast heaters.
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