Iowa People and Events in Des Moines 1924 Recap
Jarnag compiles a mosaic of Iowa lore from 1846 deaths to modern aviation, recounting Dr. Hughes limb preservation, Milton Lott’s Sioux chase grave, a motor truck umbrella mystery, Civil War veteran Elliott Taylor, Danbury Denmark academy fire, and profiles from Henry Field to George Meighan. The piece blends historical curiosities, local industry notes, and public notices across towns.
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Boone
Des Moines River
Milton Lott
Boone County
Southern
Lessons From Exodus And Deuteronomy For Today
International Sunday School Lesson discusses Israel’s wilderness journey as God the teacher and Moses his spokesman. It emphasizes the Bible as a living guide, the need for obedience, and the role of parents and community in shaping character, with focus on Exodus 19 to 24 and Deuteronomy 4:32-10 and Leviticus 19. The lesson highlights the core commandment to love God and neighbor, and the enduring relevance of Moses’ early legal principles.
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Red Sea
God
Moses
Earth
Jehovah
Wilson
Isael
Jovah
Christ
Europe
America
Man
Basil King
Tarbell
United States
Evangelistic Week at Baptist Church Continues All Week
Church notes outline Rev J De Haan sermons at 9 30 a m and 1 30 p m on Holland themes with a k I The Sin of Impurity plus Faith in Holland The meetings run nightly at 7 30 with a Booster Choir program Friday under Mr Dixon A mass meeting Sunday at 3 p m and morning services feature an anthem The Trail a Boy Travels and The Bird with the Broken Pinion sung by Junior Choir member The Young People C E B service is at 6 30
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Holland
The
Baptist Church
Dixon
Poem Excerpt Urges Spiritual Growth and Renewal
A reflective verse urges the soul to build grand inner temples as seasons pass. It speaks of leaving behind the old shell and seeking a nobler, freer existence beyond earthly bounds.
Bensink Van Zee Nellis Bensink Wedding Details
Bensink son of Mr and Mrs Il J Bensink married Esther Van Zee daughter of Mrs Elizabeth Van Zee at the bride's mother's Washington street home. Rev George Hancamp officiated January 24. About sixty guests attended a two course dinner and gifts. They will reside on the Bensink farm north of town. parents moved to Pella. The Chronicle extends congratulations.
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Bensink-Van Zee Nellis Bensink
Il J. Bensink
Esther van Zee
Elizabeth van Zee
Washington Street
George Hancamp
Pella
the Chronicle
Albia Couple Wed In Pella Home Ceremony
Arie Klyn Jr of Albia and Miss Hilda Den Hartog daughter of Mr and Mrs C Den Hartog of Pella were married at the bride’s Liberty Street home Wednesday evening January 30 Rev George Hankamp officiating. The bride has taught in rural schools and the groom has worked in Pella. They left by evening train for Albia to make their home. The Chronicle offers best wishes.
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Arie Klyn, Jr
Albia
Hilda den Hartog
C. den Hartog
Pella
Liberty Street
George Hankamp
Klyn
the Chronicle
Roorda De Winter Couple Wed In January Ceremony
John R. Roorda of Tainter and Anna Mae De Winter of Pella were married at 2:00 p m on Tuesday January 29 by Rev H M Bruins at the minister's Broadway home. The young farmer groom and his bride, a well known Pella resident, plan to live on a Lynnville area farm. The Chronicle extends best wishes.
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John R. Roorda
Tainter
Anna Mae de Winter
N. de Winter
Pella
H. M. Bruins
Broadway
Remark on Distinct Paths to Eighteenth Hole and Church
A terse reflection contrasts someone walking miles to reach the eighteenth hole with a grandfather who traveled a similar distance to attend a country church. The piece emphasizes endurance and personal journeys across everyday landscapes.
England's Coal Output and Land Coverage
A historic claim compares coal production to a wall 80 feet high surrounding all land, describing the vast scale of England's annual coal mining and its impact on the landscape and economy.
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England
Investigation Wanted Claims Voter Fraud in Precinct Vote
Cleveland Leader reports a citizen alleging election fraud after paying for 163 votes in the second precinct but records show only 13. The quote declares the election system rotten and calls for scrutiny of the voting process. The item underscores concerns about integrity and possible miscounts.
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