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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1911
Page
5
Twin boys were born to Mr. and Mrs. Arie Vriezelaar of Otley on Wednesday morning. Grandpa and Grandma Klein traveled by train yesterday to meet the newborn grandsons. The paper congratulates the parents and wishes the boys noble manhood and happiness.
The bulletin notes extreme heat with highs over 100 degrees reaching 111 in southeastern counties and scattered showers on the 5th. Most corn holds well though early plantings in southern counties suffer. rain is needed. Haying and small grain harvest advance. oats yield 15 to 35 bushels. winter wheat yields appear good. Potatoes and garden produce damaged. wells failing and stock water scarce. George M. Chappel, Section Director.
The Methodist church will hold Sunday evening services on the parsonage lawn at 8 oclock during hot weather. The large congregation enjoyed the outdoor feature last Sunday and all are invited to attend.
The following licenses have been issued: Giles Coop and Gladys Cade Henry H Van Oene and Sientje Wouterse.
The Pella school board awarded Chas. Welsh, a pioneer coal dealer, the contract to furnish coal for the schools for the coming year. The agreement calls for about 350 tons to be delivered to meet the school needs.
Iowa inventors are listed with patent titles including Demonstration garment by Lima S. Carroll of Dubuque Horse Cleaner by Fred Daly of Prairie City Dental Apparatus by Charles G. Garretson of Knoxville and others. The patent lawyers will mail copies of any patent for ten cents to readers.
For sale 240 acres near a railroad and Interurban town. 1 mile access, level to gently rolling with improvements. 220 acres plow land at 100 dollars per acre cash. 211 acres improved plus 330 acres plow land at 105 dollars per acre terms. Also 80 acres improved mostly second bottom at 125 dollars per acre. Two parcels about 2/4 mile from railroad and Interurban town. Farms range 40 to 600 acres. Write for descriptions. Fred Henninged Mitchellville Iowa 26 33.
The report notes weather observations compiled for the Weather Bureau by John H Ver Steel, cooperative observer under the U S Department of Agriculture, detailing daily atmospheric conditions and measurements.
Knoxville Express James E. McCarty, a young man living with his parents about a mile north of Tracy, hanged himself last Friday. He acted in temporary insanity from heat and worry, after a day marked by heat, disappointment, and financial distress. His body was found around 11 p.m. by searchers, and an inquest led to a verdict of self inflicted death with noose attached to a tree near a bluff. The family, now financially strained, plans to leave the locality following his death and ensuing grief.
The McIntire livery barn received a full overhaul after Mr. McIntire took posession six weeks ago. Exterior repainting, new boards, floors, and harness gear refinishing completed. A repaint on the bus completed the transformation making it appear nearly new. The proprietor, though new to the town, has won many friends and proven his liverymanship. His family arrived Saturday and resides just east of the barn.
C H Randall, Georgetown Colo publisher, arrived in the city last week and told close friends he intends to invade the Vander Zyl home next Tuesday. With a minister he has recruited, he plans to rob Mr and Mrs Vander Zyl of their daughter Miss Bess. Randall is described as a young man of sterling worth and seeks the prize he has come to claim in the Hawkeye State.
The Chronicle expresses gratitude to Uncle Will Fowler for a morning treat of delicious yellow June apples. The note notes the apples were a great treat and always appreciated, then moves on.
Mr and Mrs WM Rootselaar thank neighbors friends and the Sunday school for help and sympathy after the death of their son on July 4 and burial on July 6. They say these acts illumine the darkness of bereavement and are greatly appreciated.
A Monroe town dispute over speeding drivers and a marshal's enforcement prompts a booster editorial urging a southern bypass to preserve tourist traffic. Mayor Wolcott defends the marshal, arguing enforcement targets dangerous violations, not all speeding, and condemns requests to shun Monroe by travelers.
The council faces a heated dispute over ordinance 100 drafted to clean sidewalks of obstructions. When applied literally it triggered protests from merchants in Pella, prompting the mayor and marshal to review enforcement. Three councilmen urged a Monday meeting where they learned the ordinance was deemed not legal.
An assortment of brief notices and household tips includes a contact for A2 year old Bull inquire P A Van Zee and a phone number, plus practical advice on oven safety using a shingle, a sun bonnet substitute using paper and string, a warning to delay tasks, and a proverb about procrastination.
A disturbance at Dunns blacksmith shop in Kellogg between 4 and 5 pm left Joe Cooper, a day laborer, gravely injured. Dunn was arrested after Cooper, who was taken to Iowa City hospital, described being struck with a hammer following an argument over work and wages. Cooper later underwent surgery and remained in critical condition as of the latest report.
G Beyer 88th birthday celebrated last Friday at son in law and daughter Ira Elscott home near Tainter. All 38 descendants attended including a grandchild and great grandchild. The Beyers, who came to this country in 1847, enjoy good health and many friends wish them blessings ahead.
John Beyers and wife of Pasadena California visited relatives in New Sharon Taintor Sully and Pella areas. They attended the Beyer family reunion at Ira Elscot's last Friday. Beyers has a good paying Pasadena job and enjoys life there while returning to visit old friends and relatives. He moved 23 years ago and notes many changes in Pella since then. This is Mr Beyers third trip back and Mrs Beyers first.
When a ham or smoked tongue has been boiled, plunge it into cold water immediately after removal from the fire. This speeds skin removal and helps it come off smoothly.
Miss Jennie Den'Boer died Friday morning July 7 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Van der Meulen at age 42 years 4 months 9 days. Survived by four sisters Mrs A Haze Sheldon Ia Mrs G H Wormhoudt Mrs D Muntingh and Miss Nellie and two brothers Neal and Henry. Funeral Monday at 10 from the home with Rev Veldman and Brinkman. burial Oakland cemetery. The brothers and sisters thank friends for kindness during illness and death.
Betzer A H Betzer former Pella newspaper man died at his home 1326 F Street Lincoln Nebraska on Thursday July th He published Blade and Pella Visiter in the early 80 s later ran a David City newspaper until 1902 He moved to Lincoln and Omaha then returned to Illinois after illness He leaves a widow and seven children and his death ends a long career in journalism by a man with many friends in Pella and vicinity
Mrs. Gertrude Vos died at her home in west Pella aged 73 years, 6 months, and 5 days. Born in the Netherlands she long resided in Pella and lately longed to visit her homeland but health blocked her voyage from Chicago. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 10 a.m. and burial followed in Oakwood. she had no immediate relatives in the area.
Last Saturday neighbors learned of Mrs Caroline Ogden’s death at the Beyl home after a spell of heat exhaustion. Born March 30 1837 in Kentucky she died July 8 1911 in Pella aged 74 years. Undertaker Awtry prepared the body and Dr and Mrs Beyl took the remains to Indiana for burial. The community extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
Charles J. Sonnema, 80, longtime financial agent for Highland Park College and building superintendent for Machinery Hall, died Monday afternoon after a lengthy illness. He held prominent roles in the campus administration and facilities management. Funeral arrangements are pending.
The Rev Sonema, once of Pella and later a Reformed and Presbyterian pastor, died after an internal hemorrhage in Des Moines following a brief illness. He lived at 1440 Twentieth Street and came from Tacoma to Des Moines. He is survived by a wife and two daughters. The body will be taken to Ackley Iowa for interment. The notice recalls his ties to Pella and his summer visit to friends here.
An editorial calls for a local improvement association among business men to meet regularly, discuss needs, and foster a go ahead spirit. It argues such a group would beautify the town and attract opportunities, even if it does not deliver a boom. The piece urges local businessmen to take the initiative.
Garfield Coal Co of Oskaloosa plans to operate a coal yard in Pella this fall. This will give the town five dealers, all eager to supply the local trade with coal.
Mrs Eliza Parker thanks the Epworth League for a postal card shower on her birthday. She praises their mercy works and community service, noting their bright Christian effort and active youth in aiding those in need.
A correction clarifies that Mr De Bruin was not in the field all day during the incident that led to Mr Wink’s sun stroke death. De Bruin describes the day: he stayed at home to work hay, while Wink and two other boys loaded in the field. Wink reportedly felt unwell after lunch, rested beside a wagon, then died around 11 o’clock behind a hedge, suffering likely sun stroke or heart failure.
Thankful servants express heartfelt gratitude to friends and neighbors who aided them during their mother's sickness and passing. May divine blessings be with you all.
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