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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1910
Page
5
A reader writes that a cement related manuscript was mailed unsigned. The editor invites the author to identify himself so the piece can be considered for space in the paper.
The home talent production Union Depot rendered last Thursday night by Miss Wilson's class will be repeated tonight at the Auditorium. Audience praised the performance, noting each actor's strong portrayal and suggesting it would be hard to pick a best. If you missed it, attend tonight.
The call for the meeting at City Hall drew only six to eight people and was postponed to Friday night Feb 25 with a note that Commercial Association should be present. The town is urged to attend to support the poultry and local matters. Vander Pol's advertises carpets and home goods.
Tuesday afternoon the G A R Circle met for its regular business session followed by a short program. After the program a social hour was enjoyed as refreshments were served and the occasion ended in a pleasant, sociable manner.
Mr and Mrs Van Polen express thanks for the treatment received from Dr Bos and Prof Gray during and after the operation at Dr Bos hospital.
A Chicago Tribune poll of editors across Ohio and western border states shows Republicans and independent newspapers largely oppose Joseph G Cannon as Speaker of the next House. It also reports opposition to Aldrich Cannon tariff legislation with totals across parties and regions.
A humorous local item traces Mrs Elizabeth Martins sequence of marriages and surname changes from Bird to Martin Crow Robin Buzzard noting her four surnames and blended family. A separate classified line advertises an eight room house near the square with barn and outbuildings for sale.
Mrs J O Slyter announces she will be ready to do all kinds of sewing after March 1. Prices are reasonable and customer satisfaction is assured. Location is one block and a half south of Campus.
A two story house and barn in southeast Pella known as the Mrs O A Elliott property will sell to the highest bidder on Saturday February 26 at 2 pm. Sale held at J Jetsma s office with terms announced the day of sale.
A 129 acre farm in Johnson County Iowa offers a deep well with windmill an ordinary well and a 100 bbl cistern a five room house a good barn and other buildings 12 or 15 acres fenced hog tight 25 acres in cultivation a small orchard and balance in timothy and clover The entire farm is underfence rent four dollars per acre contact Harry C Payne Granfield South Dakota
The poem portrays a rural youth with clear eyes and sunlit cheeks, shaped by nature and country lore. It contrasts his bright childhood with aging, memory, and enduring innocence as Dame Nature’s book is learned by heart.
Fragmented lines mix casual musings on ice prices roses and insults with odd sports and weather allusions. A whimsical, nonsensical tone hints at a dated newspaper column filled with scattered quips and quirky statements, lacking a clear single event or person.
A Colfax printer misused kitchen fluids, confusing rainwater with syrup. He tasted a drop, found his hair and beard stiff with congealed blend of bristles and syrup, and needed his wife’s help to disentangle. After washing and ironing, he returned to work.
At Vander Pal's event titled 7.8 Meet, a crowd gathered Friday night February 25 at City Hall to view belt displays and a lineup of notable champions. Local organizers showcased diverse belt styles and praised performers for skill and precision.
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