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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1910
Page
5
Fragmentary remarks discuss river conditions at Burlington with references to waters and channel width, steamboats, wing dams and projections for a new low water mark this season. Noted is a historical comparison to 1864 and June levels since 1901, with emphasis on improvements shaping a navigable channel.
Rev. Sipko Rederus will occupy the pulpit at the Second Reformed Church next Sunday both morning and evening services.
Newton News notes in a cheeky squib that Pella remains dry while Oska Toosa is described as wet. The item conveys local humor about weather or water in a small-town context and reflects Pella’s enduring glass house image.
Prosperous Leighton farmer de Jong traveled to Pella last Saturday and purchased an E M F 90 from Star Auto Co. The E M F models are designed for Iowa roads and valued for their sturdy construction.
Robert Van Drimmelen relocates Snowflake Poultry Farm from South Seventh Street to a 24 acre site. He has built a commodious residence and multiple poultry structures, with the business expanding rapidly since its establishment in the area.
H Kuyper completes 27 years as secretary to the Board of Education and 20 years as district treasurer, retiring June 30. D G Gosselink of Stegeman and Goaselink chosen as the new secretary. Kuyper served the public faithfully and took a lively interest in school development, now entitled to vacation and rest after long service.
The Investors Security Co of Dea based proposes a $60,000 water work bond issue at 5 percent. Work halted by Bonding Co delay. project timelines slip due to contractor issues as funding remains unsettled.
Ed Kling of Monroe died Tuesday near Brown's corner five miles west of Prairie City in a high speed crash. He was driving a rented Buick with Cole and three Des Moines acquaintances in the car when it skidded on a slight incline and rolled over, trapping Kling and injuring others. Kling died at the scene after being carried to the wreck by Cole, with his father arriving after the tragedy. The other occupants escaped with minor injuries. the wrecked car was later towed back to Des Moines.
Buxton and Pella met on Thursday afternoon as Buxton’s fast black team, long together, opened with three runs in the first and three in the second. Pella rallied late but a wild pitch allowed Churchill to score for the locals. About 250 fans watched as Buxton defended a shaky Pella, with Van Arkle replacing Oberman behind the plate in the eighth.
Dr Mitten will move as he has leased the office rooms. The notice states the landlord and tenant action without further details. The language implies a transition of occupancy and implies a forthcoming relocation or setup in the leased space.
Dean announces Severn will preach at the Baptist Church this evening at eight o'clock with an invitation extended to all.
A Cottage prayer meeting will be held tomorrow at 8 o clock at the home of Mrs. Wm Fowler. The Epworthians will conduct the service and invite all who wish to join.
Hubert Slob’s family beams with happiness after a newborn daughter arrived last Monday. Mother and baby are doing nicely and bring bright smiles to the household.
A thirteen pound girl arrived at the John Grundman home Tuesday evening and a baby boy was born at the Albert De Witt home on Wednesday morning.
Colfax Little Giants host the Meteors on the home diamond next Wednesday in a local baseball clash. Fans are urged to attend and provide strong support and encouragement for the team.
Voters in Monroe rejected a Free Library and a fire extinguisher at a special election held last Monday. Only 29 of 125 cast ballots favored the library, while 65 rejected the engine proposition. The town already has a burial place but no funds for public reading or fire safety, prompting deadlock over community services.
E R Stanley business manager for the Nashville Students announces a renowned minstrel company featuring twenty two performers with a fine concert band and top singers dancers and comedians.
Leonard Ameac suffered severe eye injuries when a small steel fragment struck him at Maytag Company's factory on a Thursday afternoon. He lost sight in one eye and the other eye was damaged. Friends rally to help.
HAND OF. DEATH the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. H. J.Shutts died Thursday morning of last week. The body was taken to Corydon for burial. Thus over a happy home the shadow of a little grave has fallen, and, as another has said, it is wonder of how long a shadow a little grave can throw.
Miss Gertrude Van Peursem, 23, died Friday afternoon at her home six miles west of Pella from consumption. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Art Van Peursem. The funeral was held Monday at 10:80 a.m. at the home conducted by Rev. De Bruin of Bethel Church. Burial followed in North Cemetery.
Mr and Mrs J A Van Leewen mourn the death of infant Rolf Van Leewen who lived two months. The family laid the baby to rest in Van Don selaar cemetery with heartfelt sorrow as they recall the fragile, blessed life and the sorrow of loss.
Mrs L De rr dies Tuesday noon after years of heart trouble. Born Johana De Boer in the Netherlands nearly 79 years ago she lived in Pella with her husband a daughter and a granddaughter as survivors. Funeral service to be held at the home this afternoon at 1 90 o'clock Intermont in the North cemetery.
The event, organized under the Ladies Auxiliary of the College, will be presented to the entire South with an admission of twenty five cents. The entertainment promises one of the finest musical programs ever given at the college and is expected to draw a crowded house.
Professor Sadler of the Music Department will present a lecture on Der Freischutz at the Auditorium Friday evening. The program includes selections from the opera to aid nontechnical listeners and features Miss Laura Kramer reader, Guy Churchill pianist, and Athens tenor Althara Ruby.
The Pella Auto Co received another carload of Fords last Saturday marking the 26th shipment of the popular toy wagons to Pella this summer.
Grandma Van derpol, long wary of horseless carriages, enjoys her first auto ride in P. H. Van Gorp's Overland. The trip around the city sparks joy, recalling three years of growth in Peila and hinting at Grandma's plan for a landmark centennial celebration.
The Ladies Aid Society of the M. E. church hosts a lawn social this evening at Mrs. A. G. Mann's home. A hearty spread and a jolly time await attendees. Everyone is invited to join.
The First Reformed church will conduct Sunday night services next week in English.
A baby girl arrived yesterday at the home of Mr and Mrs Jim Koopman to bless their lives. The infant’s frail cord of life was severed hours later and the child departed this world. The sorrowing parents mourn the loss as they turn to Him who gave the gift of life.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a person named Henry Ver Ploeg and references livery equipment and conveyance. Details are unclear but imply a legal or local notice context concerning property or services. No clear date, place, or complete action is extractable.
Peoria humorist George Fitch criticizes casual carnations as sentimentality and proposes a practical Mother’s Day program. He suggests a grand salute, breakfast in bed, heartfelt praise at breakfast, and then a trip downtown to buy Mother a fine dress and carnations.
The program lists Miss Kramer, Geo F Sadler reading with lectures and scenes. Act I features A Picnic and a Vocal Solo by Ina Busy. Act II includes Scene L The Forester's Home. Scene II The Wolf's Glen with Mr Altha.
Dr Mitten and family return from a three week pleasure tour through the east with notes on good trout and bass fishing. They visited Niagara Falls and other sites, and paid a brief visit to the doctor’s brother’s family.
Local shop announces move to new premises and now offers bread cookies cakes and 16 Holland biscuits for 10 cents as part of its lineup. The notice mentions the Royal Durca Banking Co. in connection with the advertisement.
Prof Frush leaves the fore part of the week for a two week trip to the west combining business and pleasure. He owns a Colorado farm which he will inspect during the journey.
The river steamer Cape Girardeau struck a snag and sank near Turkey Island fifty miles below St. Louis with 150 passengers aboard. All were rescued ashore. Captain William H. Leythe and pilots John Stout and John Street led evacuations as the vessel settled to the river bottom. The ship, built in Madison, Indiana in 1899, was 250 feet long, staffed by a crew of 40, and owned by the Eagle Packet Company of St Louis.
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