Pella Tigers Defeat Central In Low-Scoring Showdown
Pella Tigers edged Central 35 to 22 in a Wednesday contest. Tigers built a 19 to 11 halftime lead and showcased strong teamwork. Frank Den Adel scored seven field goals and Ver Steeg added four as the visitors improved across the floor.
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Tigers
Frank den Adel
Ver Steeg
Central
Baer
R. F
Vander Linden Mills
la, Finesse Renaud Brand
Cyeee Et Synhorst den Adel
R. G
van Rees
Itzen
Rilliban
Brand
den Adel
van der Linden
Renaud
Lynhorst
van Zante
Enemies Inherit The War Brawl Over Drafted German Alien
A young Iowa painter, preparing to enlist, laments a German alien rival who stays home, keeps his business, and profits from wages while American boys go to war. He argues the man should be drafted or sent back to Germany, rather than “inherit” his livelihood.
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Navy
Iowa
Germany
Young Man Seeks Truth Behind Patriotism
A Marshalltown Times-Republican passage reflects on a young man’s struggle to understand the justice of American global presence and his effort to see the country’s place on the world map.
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United States
Marshalltown Times
Republican
John Vander Wilt Dies At 61 In Pella Heart Trouble Causes Death
John Vander Wilt died at his Pella home at 10 p m on December 19 1917 aged 61 years 4 months and 21 days from heart trouble He leaves no immediate family his wife having died just over a year ago Funeral services are set for Friday afternoon at the home at 1 o clock and at the First Christian Reformed Church at 1 30 Interment will be in Oakwood cemetery.
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John Vander Wilt
Pella
Christian Reformed Church
Oakwood
Star of Bethlehem seen in Dutch streets for Christmas aid
The Star of Bethlehem, carried through quiet Dutch streets, is praised as a festive sign of Christmas. Youths raise funds from crowds for the poor, then treat the star crew to a comfortable meal at the town bargemaster's table, a charitable and wholesome tradition valued in many towns.
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Bethlehem
T Holand
Star of
Mothers Only Knew Powder for Children Relief
Patent remedy advertisement claims Mother Gray's Sweet Powders ease feverishness head ache and teething disorders move and regulate bowels destroy worms and break up colds in 24 hours Used by mothers for 30 years sold by druggists 25 cents sample free Mother Gray Co LeRoy NY
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Mother Gray
Mother Gray Co
LeRoy
N. Y
A Calendar Party for New Year Celebrations
A playful New Year activity describes hosting a calendar party where guests hide calendar leaves around the house and search for them. Prizes reward collecting the most leaves and specific holiday dates, with a date game using historic years to name the events.
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Santa Claus
Father
America
Hastings
England
New York World
A Song for the New Year Exults in Hope and Service
A lyrical toast praising the New Year with themes of triumph through service and love. The verse envisions mountains moved by faith and labor transformed by devotion, urging sweetness, melody, and spiritual strengthening for readers.
Pyar ee Faia Eemrren Abas Btouee ae PA
A terse note from a regional page lists names and places in a small item. It mentions individuals and a location within Pennsylvania but provides limited context or full details.
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Pyar
Government sets liberal sums for soldiers dependents
The November 1 1917 policy provides monthly government aid to soldiers dependents. Affected dependents include wives children and other relatives with set allowances based on family size while servicemen must contribute at least 15 from salary. If no dependents the 15 is invested at 4 percent and repaid on discharge.
Independence and Self Reliance Reflected in Town Discourse
In Independence a debate unfolds on freedom and mutual aid with residents weighing personal responsibility against communal support. The discussion highlights local values, practical limits, and the role of government in shaping civic life.
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