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Local notes from Pella reflect community life and plans
Miss Mary Colden from Oskaloosa to spend Sunday with Miss Leland Sadler. Chief salesman Altland may conduct more sales at Gaass store. Upcoming college news and hazing era noted. Two-ballot game billed in auditorium between town and college teams. Possible move for Chas LeCocq to cigar sales. Langerak family to return to Marion county. Doedyns and Doedyns hosted party with games and refreshments. Weather critique from Pagosa Springs. Big dynamo arrival anticipated. front of G. H. Wormhoudt building to be remodeled. Irene LaPage from Ottumwa Orphan Home solicits funds. Meyer Langerak may join Los Angeles street car company. Unique reception at new science hall. tea and cake served. Tante Goemaat marries Matthew Leydens. plan to farm near Pella. Marie Sears wins state oratorical contest berth. Des Moines in late April anticipated.