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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1913
Page
5
Both parties held mass meetings to decide city officers primaries. Attendance was fair and interest high, but a nonpartisan primary failed. There is support for open primaries lasting several hours, with conventions previously held in town now lacking a suitable hall. Each party appointed a committee to finalize primary details with notices to follow.
A list of donors shows many contributions toward a $1000 road fund with amounts from 4 to 110. A flurry of local marriages follows, including John Van Vark and Minnie Van Klootwyk wed in Oskaloosa, Benjamin Vogelaar and Gertrude Van Ommen near Pella, Jen nie Kelderman and William Messemaker in Des Moines, and Frances Neuer and O H Sisson wed in Monroe with guests from nearby towns.
Public notice announces a sale on February 26 1913 at the Pella Stock Farm eight miles north of Pella eight miles east of Monroe twelve miles west of Newton and sixteen miles east of Newton. The catalog lists 200 cattle including 80 yearling steers 40 cows 60 calves and 20 yearling heifers plus 100 hogs and 80 horses with mares colts geldings and two spans of three year old mules. Sale starts 11 30 am with lunch and cash terms 2 percent discount per year. Sellers T J Riley Worth Van Zante Auds Monroe Indiana. Dr Park of Tracy visited Dr Aschenbrener in Pella Saturday.
The Chronicle reports the February 12 ceremony at the Keuning home near Otley, officiated by Rev. M C Ruisaard. The couple, Frank Van Essen and Annie Keuning, will reside on their farm near Fairmount after a plentiful postnuptial supper.
On Feb 13 at the First Christian Reformed Church Pastor C De Leeuw united Henry Van Zee and Anna Hu in marriage and they plan to live on a farm southwest of Eddyville. On Feb 18 Sam Burgraft of Leighton wed Bernice Ditch of Ottumwa in Des Moines. the couple will move to Galesburg, making it their home.
On February 13 at the bride’s parents home near Pella Miss Grace VanderLinden married Anie G Klein in a ceremony led by Rev. G Vander Werf. The couple will reside on a farm near Pella. On February 18 at Rev Wm Beckering’s home in Pella Goldie Vander Kral wed Tennis Gosselink with witnesses Marie Van Zee and Minnie Vander Krol. they will reside on a farm near Leighton.
On Thursday afternoon February 20 the marriage of Carrie M. Van Zee to William Vander Hear and Julia Van Zee to William Tysseling took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G Van Zee near Leighton. Local families attended as the couples began their new life together.
The couples were solemnized by Pastor A Rosen dahl of Leighton Reformed Church in a large guest gathering. In Pella, the events tie families together as Mr and Mrs Vander Haar, both alumni of Central College, with the bride who later taught in Kaska county, prepare to start farm lives near Leighton. The Chronicle offers hearty congratulations and wishes for long happiness.
On February 15 Mr and Mrs B Van Roekel marked their twenty fifth wedding anniversary with a private dinner for relatives. Neighbors and Bethany church consistory joined in the afternoon hospitality and a short service led by Rev C Muller. A two course lunch followed as guests wished the couple happiness ahead.
The pastor will preach at the evening service the third in a series on the Book of Job with topic Elihu Pain is Purification. The choir plans Easter Anthem Christ is Risen to be sung Sunday evening. In the morning Mr. Werner will sing Seek ye the Lord with chorus and organ. Choir rehearsal Saturday at seven sharp.
The pastor will occupy the pulpit this evening. The sermon subject will be Jampson, or Strength Profaned, examining moral failing and spiritual resilience.
The First Reformed Church youth social drew 300 or more attendees Tuesday evening. The church orchestra opened, followed by the Hollandsche Male Quartet with three encores. Pastor S. Vander Werf received a leather couch from the group, JO Fanssen spoke for the society, and John DeWitt, the janitor, got a $20 purse. Ample refreshments were served and all enjoyed the event.
Mrs Rawson hosted a Friday afternoon farewell party for Mrs D Dykstra who moves to Mitchellville. The event featured red and white decorations two sun tables a long table and prize games won by Mrs Dykstra and Miss MacDonald with a Little News Boy skit by Varney Fay Rawson.
Mayor Vanden Berg and Justice Van Viiet presided a joint court session Saturday. Two young men pleaded guilty to involvement in disturbances in the city and at the fair grounds on February 9. Fines totaled 39.70 per defendant after penalties and costs.
Fire at the L Van Roekel residence at Peace and East First Streets damaged the west wing and kitchen roof, causing about 200 dollars in damage. Delays in water supply and a faulty hydrant complicated efforts before the flames were subdued. no insurance was reported.
Friday brought a string of losses for Pella basketball squads across the area. Newton High beat Pella High 41 to 21 at Central College, with Synhorst injured and Rhynsburger scoring seven for Pella. Central College fell 24 to 22 to Penn College at Oskaloosa in a tight finish, Millard's late basket deciding it. Des Moines Y club beat the Tigers 38 to 21 after rough play, and Colfax saw the high school girls edged 4 to 3 by the Colfax team with all points from free throws. The piece ends with reflective tone on the slide and hope for better results next week.
Last Saturday the Twilight class of the First Reformed Sunday school spent an enjoyable afternoon at the home of Mr and Mrs A T Van Houweling near Otley. Accompanied by teacher Miss Cornelia De Geus, the group traveled by 1 37 train west. At Otley station they were greeted by Miss Gertrude Van Houweling who guided them to the residence. The hostess made all feel welcome as games and a varied program followed luncheon. They arrived at Otley depot just five minutes before train time. Miss Dickie Van Zante, who also visited that day, rode the ride home with the group.
Freshmen raised a flag on campus sparking a freshman sophomores clash. Sophomores captured the flag after a horseback assault, freed their classmates, and later shared a photo with the flag before archiving it. Despite defeats, freshmen vow not to be discouraged and good feeling returns.
Notice records the incorporation of Star Automobile Company under Iowa law with 100 shares of 100 each, capital stock of 10000, 3000 paid in to commence business, and a garage and car trading scope. Board of 2 to 7 directors, annual meeting first Monday in January, indebtedness capped at two thirds of capital, stockholders liable separate. Witnesses P H Van Gorp and secretary. Oyster supper announced by Ladies Circle of G A R at Todd's Hotel on March 4.
A G A R Circle gathered at Mrs Todd’s South Pella home on Thursday of last week to surprise celebrate her seventieth birthday. About thirty members attended, presenting Mrs Todd with a china set. Mrs Todd’s daughters helped, and guests shared a luncheon in a festive mood. long time friend Mrs Richardson and Mrs Thomas joined in the celebration.
The Chronicle chronicles a comic electricity complaint about paper not feeding, blue-green snark, and a charged press. It jokes about city power, a meter bill, and the Sisters of the Ladies Aid Society within the office, urging readers to subscribe for cash.
Classified notice seeking a good steady boy. Apply by letter with signature or in person this evening between 7 and 8 at Coles Seed Store.
Five acre tract in Des Moines with four small houses offers gardening potential. Far from Court House and near car line. 1.5 miles to courthouse, three blocks to transit. Willing to exchange for Pella property. Contact Dr. W. F. Crew in Pella, Iowa for details.
County treasurer W. J. Wilson will be in Pella to collect taxes on February 18 and 19 at Seoneily Bank February 20 at Pella National Bank February 21 at Citizen's National Bank observe local notices for exact hours and locations
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