Trial Jurors Drawn for February Term
Poll list of trial assistants for February term shows Bert Vanderhorst Liberty two. John Newton Franklin two. W E Carter Knoxville two. Jay A Kempkes Pella thirty four ward. John A Richard Knoxville eight ward. J W Kerr Knoxville two. H C Williams Summit two. James Reed Knoxville two. Clark R Harding Knoxville three ward. H C Hollowell Pleasantville. Richard Scott Indiana two. Sammy Pleasantville Jenkins Knoxville two. Hickman Pleasantville J N Ross Knoxville eight ward. L B Price Knoxville three ward. W F Miller Pleasantville T C Hughes Perry two. Vander Berg Polk two. J R Hart Summit two. A A Burnham Pleasantville. John Greenaway Knoxville two. West Power Knoxville left ward. L L Burch Knoxville two. L R Vernon Franklin two. C H Jones Knoxville two. W E Sherwood Clay two. Frank Clark Knoxville two. I B Gullion Indiana two. A C Hock Dallas two. James Mannix Knoxville twp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert Vanderhorst
Liberty
John Newton
Franklin
W.E. Carter
Knoxville
Jay A. ‘Kempkes
Pella
John A. Richard
J. W. Kerr
H. C. Williams
Summit
James Reed
Clark
R. ‘Harding
H.C. Hollowell
Pleasantville
Richard Scott
Indiana
A Sammy
Jenkins
Hickman
J.n.ross
L. B. Price
W. F. Miller
T. C. Hughes
Perry
B. Vander Berg
Polk
J. R. Hart
A. A. Burnham
John Greenaway
West Power
L. L. Burch
L. R. Vernon
C. H. Jones
W. E. Sherwood
Clay
Frank Clark
Gullion
A.C. Hock
Dallas
James Mannix
Benny Gardener Celebrates 90th Birthday
Uncle Benny Gardener marked his ninetieth birthday on January 12 with a nod from Burling ton connections and Ed Eagan home friendship. Friends at Pella sent postcards as he enjoys good health and lively conversation at ninety, hoping he reaches the century.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benny
Burlington
Ed Eagan
Poultry Growers Net Eight Dollars On Two Birds
T H Kaldenberg shipped two Plymouth Rock cockerels to A F Anderson in Waldron Arkansas. Kaldenberg received 20 dollars for the pair suggesting a profitable poultry trade with fifteen dollars earned for a single young crower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. H. Kaldenberg
A. F. Anderson
Waldron
Arkansas
Mr. Kaldenberg
Card of Thanks From Mrs W W Brown and Family
Expressing heartfelt gratitude to friends and neighbors for aid during sickness and death of our sister plus those who sent flowers and helped with the music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Brown
Epworth League Hosts Evening Social at Dieleman Home
The Intermediate Epworthians held a Tuesday evening social at Miss Bessie Dieleman s home. A program featured readings instrumental and vocal music. Light refreshments were served and the gathering of young people enjoyed a pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Bessie Dieleman
Pella Residents Change Homes Move to East Franklin Street
Nick Bogaard and neighbors become full fledged Pella residents by moving from their farm to the East Franklin Street property, recently vacated Tuesday by Herman Bouma who relocated to the Van der Ploeg residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Bogaard
Pella‘ites
East Franklin Street
Herman Bouma
van der Ploeg
Marriage Licenses Issued Since Last Report
The following marriage licenses have been issued: Mart J Hull and Minnie A Scott Park Miller and Eva Brees. The record shows two pairs with dates around the 80 won 26 marker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mart J. Hull
Minnie A, Scott
Park Miller
Eva Brees
Groundhog predicts six more weeks of winter
The groundhog saw a large shadow at dawn and retreated underground, indicating six additional weeks of winter. Local observers note the forecast may influence plans for heating and coal stockpiling as temperatures linger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Groundhog
Weather Report Note From February Twenty Fourth
A weather bulletin indicates repairs completed by John H Vor Broeg for the Cooperative of the Weather Bureau of the U S Department of Agriculture. The note references Hom Seture cay and notes the involvement of the bureau in standard meteorological service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John H. Vor Broeg
Weather Bureau
U. S
Department of Agriculture
Vanderlinden Elected Treasurer in Pella Council Vote
Jacob Roovaart declined the post at the January meeting and Krugers resignation took effect February 1. In a February meeting A N Vanderlinden won four votes to two for H De Cook, securing the treasurer’s seat. Vanderlinden is a known Pella businessman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Roovaart
Krugers
A. N. Vanderlinden
H. de Cook
Vanderlinden
de Cook
Pella
Local store owner found dead from natural causes
James W. Kirkwood, 56, bachelor and Otley shop owner, was found dead Friday night on a couch in his store. A customer discovered the unlocked door Saturday afternoon. The coroner's inquest ruled death by natural causes. Funeral services were held Monday with burial in Monroe cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Kirkwood
Otley
Kirkwood
Monroe Cemetery
Mirror
Dog Killing Time in Pella Strikes Eleven Dogs
Last Thursday in Pella eleven dogs died after eating poisoned food. Tennis Ver Baek performed the last rites and buried the canines. The incident is described as a cowardly act, condemning the cruelty to animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Tennis Ver Baek
Tigers Beat All Stars In Close Monroe Clash
The Tigers defeated Monroe All Stars 65 to 17 at the gym last Tuesday evening. Central edged Simpson 31 to 32 in a tight game at Indianola, claiming the laurels after a disputed tie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tigers
All Stars
Monroe
Kin Central
Simpson
Indianola
Central
Pella Visitors Register for 1911 Chronicle Mail List
N D and A D Van Haaften visited Pella and entered their names to receive neighborhood news for 1911. R L Bobbitt named field secretary for Central College will move to the Van Maren property near the Methodist church. Ira Klein and niece Josie Klein visit from Adams Nebraska, with Klein's daughters and relatives. Bell Clothing invites band concert sign ups and receipts for roll of honor contributions. W S Riddle hosts a pleasant Methodist gathering at Nettie Riddle's home making guests feel welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bobbitt
van Maren
Ira Klein
John
Adams
Neb
Josie Klein
Nebraska
Klein
Bell Clothing House
Dick den Adel
Methodist’ Church
Riddle
Do You Want a Company of Militia
A reprint urging establishment of a local National Guard unit in Pella. It extols benefits to citizens and business, cites Iowa Guard camps, state funding, and parental support while promising next week’s discussion on an armory and city impact. The author, Dr F G Fourz, notes his guard service and calls for 75 supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Union
National Guard
National Guards
Iowa Guards
Sparta
Wis
Guard
Pella
55Th Reg
Nvon
F. G. Fourz
Reg
Democrats Press for Permanent Iowa Headquarters in Des Moines
The Democratic State Central Committee announces a permanent Des Moines base to organize county township and precinct parties. The effort aims to sustain active organization between campaigns, fund the push, and prepare for the 1912 presidential race. Chairman N F Reed urges every Democrat to contribute and help mobilize voters statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Democratic Party
N. F. Reed
Democratis
State Central Committee
Hand of Death of Catherine Wren in Oskaloosa
Catherine Wren died at her home 604 Fifth Avenue West on Friday January 27 1911 at 655 PM from pneumonia and old age after a two week illness. A Ireland born resident of Town for sixty years she leaves daughters Mrs H H England and Mrs A B Cowan of Oskaloosa and son Mike Wren of Knoxville. Funeral services will be held Monday January 30 at 9 AM at the Catholic church with interment at Pella.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue West
Catherine Wren
Ireland
H. H. England
A. B. Cowan
Oskaloosa
Mike Wren
Knoxville
Lettie Condiff
Miss Powell
Des Moines
Prof. Young
Miss Condiff
Monroe
Prairie City
Otley
Ottumwa
Wilson
Sadler
Pella
Merma Thomas
Seymour
Minnie Dohmann
Misa Lettie Condiff
Oliver Werner
Baptist Church
Conservatory
Valhalla
Weimar
Eisenach
Nurenberg
L. R. Bobbitt
Bobbitt
Philo
Ladies Glee Club
John Mark
Holston
Kansas
Attica
John Nelson Robuck
Mark
Ed. L. Mark
Casey
Jonathan P. Dolliver
Tite
Englewood
Gosport
Mt. Pleasant Hospital
Durant
Wabash
Harvey
Columbia
Chariton
Willin
Knoxvill
H. L. Bounquat
Shamokin
Pete Isha
Carrie
Ted’ Bitenbender
John
Bitte Ber Ox
Garrie
Mra
Frank A
Charming
Dau
In Memoriam for Barbara Dena Sederel
The Sederel family mourns Barbara Dena who died January 20 at age 19 years 7 months. They thank relatives friends neighbors and the Sunday school for flowers cards and sympathy during her illness and funeral services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Dena
C. Sederel
How to Obtain Wisdom at First Reform Church
The Sunday service at First Reform Church will be in English and led by the pastor with the theme How to Obtain Wisdom. An annual congregational meeting follows next Wednesday with committee reports and a luncheon hosted by the ladies. All members are urged to attend.
College Notes Highlight a Busy Semester Start
The College notes cover a bustling start with registration underway, chapel singings, fire-light faculty gatherings, and three minute adventures. Alumni and students attend parties, concerts, and rehearsals while plans unfold for Glee Club dates in February and March.
P. H. S. Team Wins Victory on Home Court
The P. H. S. basketball team defeated Newton 30 to 28 on their home floor in a rough match. Key scorers were Boyd six Farnham five De Cook five Raymond four Gezel two Vogelaar one and Maytag one. Coach Johnson showed satisfaction as the team stressed teamwork. Next Friday both girls and boys from P. H. S. face New Sharon high school in away games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Boyd
Farnham
T de Cook
Raymond
Gezel
Vogelaar
Maytag
Johnson
New Sharon High School
Elderly Holtz undergoes operation at Dr Bos hospital
Ailing Holtz from the old people's home was taken to Dr Bos hospital yesterday and underwent an operation for a strangulated hernia. Assistant surgeons Dr Tay and Dr Carpenter were present as the patient rallied and rested comfortably.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holtz
Old People's Home
Dr. Bos Hospital
Gounty Seat Happenings Briefs and Local News
Local notes report J E Reese and son Cecil shipping a three carload of sheep to Obd, Mrs H L Bousquet returning from Washington, D C after five weeks visiting relatives, Dr W H Merritt ill with bronchial troubles, Judge Crozier and wife at a Des Moines banquet, and Knoxville Dallas railroad talks gain traction with city leaders and investors signing on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Reese
Cecil
H. L. Bousquet
Washington, D.C
Cunninghams
Herman Browne
Marion County National Bank
Crozier
Des Moines
Legislative Ladies’ League
Donley
State College
Ames
Welch
Batterfield
Judiciary
W. H. Merritt
Pleasantville
C. W. Cornell
Dr. Merritt
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Epworthians
Hom Seture
City
Democrats
Hand OF Death
Memoriam
First Reformed Church
College
Elizabeth Cox
Dean
Severn
Hoffman
Dunn
Grandman
Reavers
Bartholomew
Tucker
Julia Dunn
Hillyer
Lucia
Churchill
Herman Boyle
Groet
Henry Cox
W. J. Smith
Parsons Vf Central
Sisson
Guy Churchill
Bailey
P. H.S
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