Peoria Red Cross Drives Raise Over One Thousand Dollars
The Red Cross Society of Peoria Iowa canvassed the township seeking donations to avert fund shortage. Over 100 named contributors including William De Gues John Vandevoort J F Van Gorp and many others pledged amounts from 25 cents to 1.60 dollars totaling about 4108.95 dollars.
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Red Cross Society of
Peoria
Iowa
William de Gues
John Vandevoort
J. F. van Gorp
Albert Velthuizen
Jacob Velthuizen
Harry Advocaat
Ransom Timbral
Martin Phleima
G. van Duseldorph
G. B/ Kollenbrander
A. W. van Houweling
Vanhaaften
C. A. Goslink
Ben Vogelaar
H. R. Borgman
Vroom
John Vandenord
W. H. Ver Meer
T. W. Wehrle
C. K. Johnson
al Wilson
J. W. Straughn
Joe Swisher
Eb, A. Ryan
Rachel Ryan
Walter van Darland
E. A. Sheesley
Elizabeth Hess
Veter van Gorp
C. van Hermert
Jap de Cook
J. Benink
John Benink
John Velthuizen
N. A. Vos
Billa Fleming
Woodworth
Busby
John Shaw
E. J. Castner
Will Phelps
Mat Hull
Mary A. Starr
Jella Wehrle
George Hull
Marie Hull
Rena Hull
Charlie Stuarsman
John Vanderhart
Ira de Young
Maud van Ault
Jap Russel
Jim Mortland
Sarah Boyd
George Boyd
Henry Winegarden
Henry Wyma
Wilse Allen
Carrie Allen
Cornelius Kuiken
Harry Shaw
J. Roose
Adrian Vos
Charlie Fleming
W. F. Lunt
A. I. Borden
Bam Castner
Dan Klosterman
James Carter
J. A. Rus
CG. Jones
Mr. Rockwell
Pecannee
Predge Men
Denharth
John Vogelaar
B. Vane
U, J, Stuueama
Kisor
John Swank
Spoelata
Charlie Gosnel
Merence Vanderbart
Will Knibling
Christmas Letter From Camp Johnston 1917
Veteran correspondent Dave Welle writes from Camp Johnston Jacksonville on a Christmas amid sand not snow. He details barracks life, palm decorations, a charity collection, and a festive dinner with oyster soup turkey and cranberries. He notes a Pullman journey from Columbus, a wreck near Louisville, first military drill, and plans to visit Jacksonville city on days off. He expresses contentment with enlistment and asks Rube to send greetings. The piece closes with a society report listing charity supplies and clothing donations by Mrs. Fleming and Mamie Sheesley.
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Camp Johnston
Rube
Akron
Jacksonville
Columbus
Louisville
C. Hall
Oskaloosa
Dave
Camp
Jos
H. Johnston
R. C. No
Fila
Central College Set To Open January Eighth
Central College will open on Tuesday January 8 after coal dealers signaled adequate fuel supplies. The year promises growth with a new library nearing completion and plans for a ladies dormitory. Gymnasium plans by Mr Verhey aim for start in April.
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Central College
Central
Verhey
First Council Meeting of Year Discusses Water Rates
The council met Tuesday with Alderman Veenstra absent sick. North Broadway residents petitioned for a water main on Broadway north of Extension street. The mayor noted quarter license money of 65 dollars and fines of 137.40. Treasurer balance stood at 11,101.15. Schreiner reported 130 feet of pumping plant gallery constructed. Bills audited totaled 3,587.35. Electric revenue in November rose by 295.89 due to new rates. A new water rate schedule was proposed to correct inequalities.
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Veenstra
Fourth Ward
North Broadway
Broadway
Extension Street
Fultz
Schreiner
Obituary notices from Otley and Pella area deaths
Deaths and funeral notices from December 1917 to January 1918 mark the passing of Arie Den Hoedt aged 82 at his daughter's home, Kuperus, Kate Lucas, and Madeline Van Gorp, with services at Smorenburg home Third Reformed church First Reformed cemetery Pella Oakwood. Surviving family members and thanks to helpers noted. Funeral details listed for each: dates, times, and locations in Iowa communities Otley and Pella.
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Kuperus
Inkje Kuperus
G. G. Haan
Second Christian Reformed Church
Oakwood Cemetery
Lucas
Kate Lucas
Pella
Sioux County
First Reformed Church
First Reformed
H. Kaldenberg
Otley
Iowa
Otley Reformed Church
P. Grootera
Mr. Sharpe
Monroe
Fire at Christian Reformed School Damages Floor
Fire crews responded to the Christian Reformed school on Union and West Second, where a smoldering fire in the heated floor above the hot air furnace caused heavy smoke. The chemical engine controlled the blaze, but smoke hindered efforts. about $200 in damage occurred to the east recitation room floor, and insurance covered the building.
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Christian Reformed School
Union
West Second Streets
Knitters Receive Warm Thanks From Soldiers In 1917 Letter
A letter from Lieutenant J. J. Sybenga to Mrs. Aschenbrenner of the Ladies' Knitting League thanks them for socks and a helmet sent to a soldier near Pella. He notes the comfort during cold nights in barracks at Fort Riley Kansas and compares it to the harshness of the breezy state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Sybenga
M. O. T. C. Ft. Riley
Kans
Aschenbrenner
Ladies’ Knitting League
Pella
Kansas
Camp Dodge
Teachers Training Class Graduated at Second Reformed
Last Sunday during Sunday-school hour the Teachers' Training Department held graduation exercises. Diplomas were awarded by the International Sunday School Association. Recipient names include Junella Thomasen Julia Fennema Cunera Van Emerick Edna Grant Mrs Philip Bogaards Adele Van Drimeten Herman Braam Will Van Sittert.
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Second Reformed
International Sunday School Association
H. M. Bruins
Junella Thomasen
Julia Fennema
Cunera van Emerick
Edna Grant
Philip Bogaards
Adele van Drimeten
Herman Braam
Will van Sittert
Church Services and Evening Sermons in Local Congregations
Second Reformed Church outlines evening sermon The Wise Woman of Tekoa with an anthem Ring Out Wild Bells God is a Spirit Western Theological Seminary Quartette leads morning music Baptist services at 10 45 am and 7 30 pm morning sermon The Come and Go of the Gospel evening sermon A Genuine Conversion Bible School 9 30 am Junior Union 3 00 pm Senior B Y P U 6 30 pm prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30 pm Pastor Robert Carroll extends cordial invitation Methodist welcomes Rev Pollard next Tuesday evening program Yellowstone wonders show open no charge with silver offering
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tekoah
Western Theological Seminary Quartette
Robert Carroll
Rev. Pollard
MBH
Yellowstone
A Soldier in France Writes Home to Rebecca De Cook
Corporal Harry B. De Cook of Company C, 168th Infantry, American Expeditionary Forces sends a letter from overseas via New York describing rough Atlantic passage, seasickness, and time ashore. He praises the Y M C A facilities, notes high prices and limited food, and paints vivid scenes of villages, hedges, and sloping hills as he reflects on life abroad.
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Rebecca de Cook
Harry
Iowa
New York
Rebecca
Atlantic
Harry B. de Cook
Co. C
168Th Inf
American Expeditionary Forces
Via
New York City
President Hofmann to Be Ordained Tonight at Second Reformed
President M J Hoffman of Central College will be ordained to the gospel ministry at the Second Reformed church at 7 30 p m this evening Thursday January 3 All interested are invited to attend.
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M. J. Hoffman
Central College
Second Reformed Church
Katrina Is No Slacker Bridegrooms In Germany Scarce
Advertisements in Breslau Volkeswacht show marriage inducements amid shortages. A man lists shows of farm wealth including fowls, livestock, crops, wine, piano and flute, inviting injured soldiers able to work to apply. The notice notes likely separation after six months if incompatibility appears.
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Germany
Breslau
Boys Corn Show Prizes Planned at Pella Bank
The Boys Corn Show prizes are being lined up at Pella National Bank for a fine exhibit. One prize is a Weber wagon. Instructions for entries will appear in next week's paper.
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Pella National Bank
al ‘Weber
Garden City Feeder Co. marks 20th anniversary
The Garden City Feeder Co. celebrates its twentieth anniversary with greetings cards to friends and patrons. Agents from branch houses nationwide gathered in Pella for a six oclock dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Van Gorp. Attendees include managers A. S. Barker Regina Jorgensen Fargo C N Troxel Sioux Falls E N Bock Minneapolis G Barnes Columbus Jno Schifech Peoria N H Veenman Lincoln Jas Veenman Des Moines A A Ward Wichita I LeCocq Wichita J E Ward Dallas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garden City Feeder Co
Pella
P. H. van Gorp
A. S. Barker
Regina
Sask
Jno
Jorgensen
Fargo
N. Troxel
Sioux Falls
D. E. N. Bock
Minneapolis
Minn
G. Barnes
Columbus
Ohio
Schifech
Peoria
N. H. Ve
Barn Fire in L. Simons Place Sparks Across Roofs
A barn at L Simons on West Washington street burned as hay sparked onto nearby roofs while a northwest wind and zero temperature hampered the blaze. The shed and barn were destroyed but horses were saved. Alarm confusion delayed response across wards.
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L. Simons Place
West Washington Street
Nichols Grace Grant Wedding Ties Iowa Couple
Karl Nichols formerly at Willard Service Station with J E Cornelius and Grace Grant of Cedar Rapids wed at Grant's home in Cedar Rapids on December 24. After a short honeymoon they arrived in Pella last week and are now settling here. The Chronicle offers congratulations and best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karl (. Nichols
Willard
J. E. Cornelius
Grace Grant
Cadar Rapids
Pella
Nichols
Chronicle
Mrs Ina De Gooyer Weds Lawrence Corry In Des Moines
Miss Ina De Gooyer formerly of Pella now living in Monroe married Lawrence Corry of Monroe in Des Moines on Saturday December 29 1917. They departed that day for Los Angeles where they will reside, with best wishes from local friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ina de Gooyer
Pella
Monroe
Des Moines
Lawrence Corry
Los Angeles
Calif
The
Chronicle
Important K of P Lodge Meeting January 8
Members urged to attend a crucial meeting Tuesday evening January 8 to elect officers for the year and conduct work in the second and third degrees. discussion will also settle the lease on the present lodge room. J H Reuvers O O
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J. H. Reuvers
Not Then The Foot Forward By A Chiropodist
A compact note explores the paradox of advancing the foot while seeking treatment from a chiropodist. The line of thought suggests practical steps for posture and gait during care, emphasizing careful movement and professional guidance.
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RED Cross
Richland Township
Dave Welle
Mra. R
Fleming
Mamie Sheesley
A. den Hoedt
Mitten and
Lankelma
P. A. Edmand
Baptist
Harry de Cook
168Th Regiment
All
Hofmann
Katrina
Feeder Company
Nichols-Grant
Corry DeGooyer
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