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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1904
Page
3
The Harvey News and Tri County Press published festive Christmas pages, with ads and holiday styling. The Chronicle makes every issue a holiday edition. An Oskaloosa ad notes many women seek gifts for him, suggesting gentlemen's furnishings as suited purchases.
Willard Lyon had been unwell for about two weeks with an illness affecting his head. He left for Des Moines on Tuesday for a brief visit and stayed with his brother, planning to visit his parents before returning. He expects to be home in time to resume county attorney duties at the start of the new year.
The Central College fellows will face the Oskaloosa Y M C A basketball team at the auditorium tomorrow evening. The game starts at 4 30 to finish in time for the visiting fellows to catch the evening train home. It promises to be a highly anticipated matchup as both teams are said to be well matched.
A week in and around Chicago ends with a Des Moines return Monday evening as the writer notes Chicago weather is a fright compared to here. Sightings include dense fog, smoke, lights needed for dinner seen by travelers and local reports on notable figures and university circles.
A local college team and town team failed to play Thursday night after conflicting claims. Town players were ready on time, while college players say the others did not show. Each side accuses the other of backing out over money, leaving fans disappointed and calling for a reconciliation to play ball.
The Chronicle reports a new shipment of wedding stationery from supply headquarters in Omaha and Chicago. Designs are described as new and beautiful, showcasing refined quality for forthcoming nuptials.
The Chronicle highlights energetic Pella merchants and their Christmas and holiday bargains. The paper promotes its twelve pages of reading and advertising as a hub for shoppers seeking goods produced locally. Women readers are drawn to the bargains rather than distant brands or machines.
T B Kitching posts notice of a coming sale of household effects in his weekly paper. After the sale the family plans to move to Topeka Kansas for a new home and better prospects. He has employment with a leading contractor in the city and their son Ealie, trainmaster's clerk for the Santa Fe, will be able to be at home.
Charles Bridges faced trial last week in Knoxville for the attempted murder of S. M. Stallings, accused after a January shooting over Stallings alleged relation with Bridges' wife. The jury acquitted Bridges on grounds of self defense after Stallings was wounded in the abdomen and recovered.
Bridges, known for his quiet disposition and wide circle of friends, has been a prominent figure in the horse business and four years ago ran as a Democratic sheriff candidate. The outcome of his trial will be celebrated by many supporters.
A list of land and lot transfers with buyers and sellers in Liberty and Knoxville townships. Transactions include quit claims and deeds for parcels ranging from 1 to 60 acres, with prices from 56 to 38650 dollars, naming numerous individuals and local companies such as Iowa Dairy Separator Co., Acme Mfg.C., Cleveland Coal Company, and George Henry's addition in Knoxville.
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