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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1911
Page
5
The Rock Island railroad used a large scale weed wilter mounted on a truck driven by a gasoline engine. Blazes on both sides of the track wilt weeds along the right of way during a week of operation. Operations were abandoned due to extreme dryness and fear firefighters could not contain fires.
June figures show overdue book fines and charges to non residents pending, with librarian notes. The report summarizes financial activity, circulation trends, and staff roles for the month at Pella Public Library.
At Albia the judge announced Marsh Grant Sam Van Vliet and Trumps Boland as the Three Indians. Marsh Grant won first money of 318 and Sam Van Vliet finished second while Trumps Boland did not finish after stopping to view scenery near the quarter stretch. The judge labeled Trumps as breaking his journey due to the dusty track and short curves.
A July 4 family reunion celebrated the 56th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Goddard from Des Moines at the home of their daughter Mrs. F R Anderson, six miles north of Pella. Four generations attended and the event was enjoyed by all.
Household goods including stoves beds springs mattresses dresser commodes sewing machine china closet folding bed chiffonier chamber set tables and chairs offered for private sale at the brick house southeast corner of the college campus within ten days. Tunis Ver Beek has bragged about fine potatoes from his garden and brought samples to town for friends. He can deliver the goods.
John H. Ver Steeg, Cooperative Observer for the Weather Bureau reports the period from June twenty eighth through July fourth with daily observations. The bulletin notes conditions, temperatures, precipitation, and notable weather events across observed locations.
The council revised the sidewalk ordinance and notified merchants this morning that no samples may be displayed on the curb or sidewalk. Officials argue the previous displays crowded pedestrians while merchants urge reasonable frontage. A compromise is hoped to satisfy both sides and avoid public nuisance.
A fire at the State Inebriate Hospital chapel damaged the building with losses around 500 to 800 dollars. The hose was found cut and pipes plugged, suggesting arson or a plot. Five inmates are detained as investigators from state and county offices probe possible motives and timing.
The nine year old son of Mr and Mrs Henry Grundman suffered severe powder burns on the right arm from a Fourth of July firecracker. Dr Carpenter Sr removed the powder and the boy is recovering steadily.
The G A R Cirelé staged a benefit social in Garden Square last Saturday night. The band played an exceptional and extended concert, entertaining attendees from 7 30 until near midnight. The park overflowed with patrons at the refreshment stand, yielding gross receipts of about 65 dollars.
The Camp Fire event on the M. E. Parsonage lawn last Monday evening drew a good crowd. Old soldiers and Circle members shared reminiscences and toasts while Miss Yates, a temperance lecturer, gave an address. After the program, refreshments were served and Epworthians deserve praise for organizing the delightful evening.
About twenty automobile owners met at City Hall last Monday night to organize an automobile club. B H Van Spanckeren Jr was elected president and Geo J Thomassen secretary. A committee was named to draft a constitution and by laws. More members were added at a later meeting and another session will finalize the organization. The club aims to improve and safeguard highways in the county.
Proof of will on file in Marion County District Court Iowa named Beye V. D. Roovaart deceased to be heard October 2 1911. Notice posted in Knoxville Iowa June 16 1911 by Clerk Meyer Langerak. Proceedings set for October term at the court house for interested parties to appear.
A for sale notice lists an A2 year old bull with contact person P A Van Zee. Inquiries can be made by calling phone number 3 on 20, 27 28.
A family outing near Otley ended fatally when Herman Rootselaar, 18, vanished after entering a deep 20 foot hole in Skunk River while swimming with his father J W Rootselaar and Ples DeMoss. Rescue failed. funeral held at Otley Reformed Church with community grief.
The open air service in the park last Sunday night drew a large crowd. Dr. Bailey spoke clearly on a practical sermon. the orchestra and choir led a harmonious service. Attendance was high for a first open air gathering, with plans for larger crowds in coming Sundays at 7 30. All are invited.
Mournful notice of H S Viersen death at his Pella home on June 29 1911 aged 78 born May 26 1833 in Driasum Netherlands emigrated in 1847. A devout Baptist lifelong Christian suffered a severe sunstroke forty years ago and remained patient until death. Survived by three brothers C H H H Viersen Sr and others. Funeral at Baptist church conducted by Rev Bailey and H De Haag interment Oakwood.
John W. Fisher of Pleasantville died at his home Friday June 30 at age 57 after lifelong illness. Born February 7 1854 in Paulding County Ohio he moved to Town as a boy and made Marion County his home. He never married and lived with his parents and later his brother. A trusted and respected man he was described as honest and upright. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in the M B church in Pleasantville.
Last Friday Mrs. Dr. Kramer received word that her sister Mrs. Chas Pos had died suddenly at her daughter Mrs Spencer’s home in Albia. Death was due to apoplexy. Deceased was 43. Funeral services were held last Sunday, burial in Albia cemetery.
A historical note recalls Marie Antoinette's misdirection after fleeing the Tuileries and Queen Draga of Servia delaying departure for proper attire. Both fatal delays are cited to illustrate how hesitation cost lives and altered fates in history.
The piece explores irritation versus pain, noting fingertips and tongue as highly sensitive, deep wounds being less painful except at the surface. It highlights fifth nerve neuralgia as extremely intense, sometimes driving sufferers to desperation, and mentions dental nerve rupture during tooth drawing as excruciating.
Prof John J Landsbury director of music at Baker University Baldwin Kansas was guest of Prof Sadler over Sunday. Harry Porter spent the 4th at Mt Union. Picnic crowds among students Tuesday. Herman Beyl William Atha and Walter Huxford dumped a bucket of cold water on two of Mrs H F Bousquets roomers last Monday night forcing them to a hot upstairs room to dry bedding. The joke fell heavily on Mrs Bousquet. Herman Beyl busy making dates for Central College Concert Co starting from Pella around July 17. Prof and Mrs Bailey and Miss Finley expected next week. Summer school progresses well despite heat.
Des Moines Iowa reports show a prolonged drought with cooler spells then intense heat. Rainfall varied, with western counties receiving 2 to over 3.50 inches while southern areas had little to no rain. Pastures brown, crops stressed, oats and small grains fair to poor quality, corn tasseling and needing rain soon, hail damage in Pocahontas region, and hay crops progressing.
Crop correspondents report July 1 1911 condition versus past averages: corn 102 oats 72 winter wheat 88 spring wheat 80 rye 89 barley 79 flax 84 hay 57 pastures 60 potatoes 53 apples 85 plums 78 grapes 87. July 1 1910 showed corn 89 oats 92 winter wheat 8 spring wheat 92 rye 92 barley 90 flax 85 hay 68 pastures 70 potatoes 86 apples 6 plums 4 grapes 30.
Bert Richards of Pleasantville was chosen to succeed the late John W. Fisher on the board of supervisors. The auditor and recorder, both Democrats, opted for a nonpartisan choice from the same locality and faith. Richards, a young energetic man with solid business ability, notified yesterday and participated in the day’s work.
In a field accident yesterday Andrew Wink fell after suffering heatstroke. He was 25 and died about an hour before being found by Mr. De Brain. Funeral services will be held at 2 pm, with burial in Van Domzelaar cemetery.
The article notes that coin portraits are placed in profile because the cameo is easier to strike. A full or three-quarter face risks nose damage during circulation and would look absurd on currency.
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