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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1914
Page
5
The city council plus Mayor and several businessmen traveled to Des Moines to inspect paving methods and determine a durable material for a spring project. The council aims for a long lasting solution to avoid frequent repairs and to earn resident confidence in their decision.
High School 81 defeated the Second Tigers 11 in a curtain raiser. PH S S Tigers showed weak teamwork and shooting. HS 81 led with a strong second half. Lecocq Lankelma Sacke Welle Van Gorkum Ver Steeg Lafutenbauch starred in scoring with multiple field goals and goals from Welle and Vander Linden. Referee Keubles.
Marion County endured a 1913 drought yet harvested modest crops including 2,424,000 bushels of corn at 28 per acre and 817,000 bushels of oats at 36 per acre. Spring wheat yielded 62,700 bushels at 17 per acre and fall wheat 430,000 bushels at 25 per acre, with hay at nearly two tons per acre and small rye and barley crops. County yields lagged some neighbors, while Allamakee Clayton and Lyon counties led in corn. Henry Boland visited Des Moines Monday afternoon.
Dirk VanRyswyk and Catherine Kloosterman married at the bride’s home on Wednesday afternoon January 7 1914 by Rev C DeLeuw. The couple embark on a shared voyage with best wishes from the paper. Dibboel Stamm Marriage of Maggie Stamm and T Dibboel at First Christian Reformed parsonage Wednesday 11:00 AM. They will reside on a farm between Otley and Monroe. The Chronicle offers congratulations.
Knights of Pythias honored Cornelius Ver Ploeg at a Monday meeting with a handsome watch fob and K of P charm to recognize his work in clearing debt and his efforts in the recent contest. A playful dispute with a Chicago Swede visitor led to the surprise presentation.
Cyrenus Cole recounts Judge S F Prouty's decision not to seek reelection in the Seventh district. Once a college professor, Prouty found Washington life glittering little and politics a costly, stormy game. He says he has had enough and will not run again.
Notice is hereby given that the regular annual meeting of the shareholders of the Pella National Bank will be held at its banking house in Pella Iowa on the second Tuesday the 13th day of January 1914 between 1 and 3 PM for the election of six directors.
Pagosa Sun reports on two Pella connected items. Tony Hollebrands, a seven year resident of Pagosa Springs, is praised for business skill and property growth, while the C O Dunagan ranch above town is sold to S G VanderZyl of Pella Iowa. Dave Waldeck and his wife, daughter of the buyer, plan to move in spring.
Two reel drama by Edwin August portrays Marx the thief who helps the Weldon family after charity red tape delays aid. A tale of moral reform ends with Marx surrendering to police and a vision of Alice inspiring his sacrifice and charity.
In the December term Judge Hays imposed five sentences totaling five years at hard labor. Four of the five stem from the Marysville case where five seniors attacked Mary McGrew. William Hall Ralph Pope Elmer Little and Paul Preston each drew 20 year terms. Phil Schell received five years for assault with intent to steal from Harry Donai, with $1000 bond on appeal.
College notes report the opening of classes with most students present and a few new ones. Prof Clayton had his studio floor repainted making the room more attractive. Pella plans a musical on February 10 featuring pianist Mme Alain Von Unschuld court pianist to the queen of Roumania. Prof Sadler and Ralph Westervelt travel to Des Moines to hear Melba this Friday evening.
Regular teachers examination will be held in the office of the County Superintendent on January 28 29 and 30 1914. MAF Goldizen County Superintendent.
DeVries aged 73 10 24 died of lagrippe at home near Galesburg on January 3. Vander Wilt 95 died January 1 at his daughter’s home near Sully. Beyl learns of his father’s Indiana death as he traveled. Fleck Cassa Anna Fleck dies at 78 with lagrippe history. services and interment planned near Oskaloosa. Mrs. Markel widow of Jacob dies at 83 in Des Moines after long Town years. funeral held privately in Pella with service at cemetery.
We extend sincere thanks to those who favored us during our wife and mother's illness and death. We also appreciate the floral tributes from our friends. C. Gezell, Geo Gezell, Mrs. Carrie Van Zeb.
The Pella Tiger Athletic Club beat the Oskaloosa All Star team 65 to 25 as a stormy night and modest crowd limited attendance. Paris led Oskaloosa with five goals, Cadwalder scored seven of ten attempts for four goals, and the Tigers’ lineup featured Boyd Rhynsburger Keables Cadwalder Den Adel Wright Kuyper Brands Larmer with strong team play and steady scoring. The Tiger seconds lost 31 to 11 to Pella High School, while the main squad looks to build for upcoming state competition.
Des Moines pastor Rev Leon S Dudley will lecture before the teacher training class Friday evening at 815. Admission is free and no collection will be taken. All Sunday school workers and those interested in youth are invited to attend.
The sermon theme next Sabbath morning will be The Private Ministry of The Gospel. The subject for the evening is Coming To Christ. Friday evening at 8 15 o'clock the Rev. L Dudley of Des Moines will address the Teacher training Class in Bible study. Special music by the orchestra at the Sunday evening service.
John Boot died at his home northeast of Pella on December 31 1913 at age 71 years 1 month 2 days after paralysis. He was devoted to family church and Bethel Sunday school where he served as Superintendent for years. Born in the Netherlands he came to America at 14 and married Helen Scharff in 1864, leaving a large family with 38 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services were held January 2 at his home and at the First Reformed Church in Pella with multiple ministers officiating and burial at Oakwood cemetery.
The Chicago Tribune editorial argues against sensational White Slave traffic films used in cinemas. Assistant Superintendent Funkhouser suppresses exhibition amid juvenile impact concerns voiced by Mrs. Britton. Censorship is praised as a safe, useful measure with community backing.
Inspectors reviewed Oakwood Cemetery Association books showing a modern index plat and interment record, linking lots to burials from 1847 onward. The records detail burial dates names places birth death ages sex and relatives, with a separate financial book maintained by D S Huber available for audits.
The Hillsdale Mid Collegian lauds Professor Chas Firth for guiding Hillsdale to one of its best teams, praising his innovative plays, fair play, and strong leadership. It notes his prior year at Central College, expresses hope he returns as champion coach, and recalls a football banquet with Prof Severn delivering a spirited after dinner speech.
The Knights will install officers next Tuesday evening and all members are urged to attend. P. H. Stubenrauch, K of R and S. The Star Auto Co sold Overland touring cars this week to L. Hakkert and Wm. Van Baale.
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