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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1918
Page
5
The Pella chautauqua led by the Women's Federated Club drew large crowds on opening day. William Jennings Bryan spoke on duty to the war effort and government relations, while Maude Stevens Concert Co and various entertainments showcased diverse talent amid strong community support and fundraising efforts.
The notice calls for lead burners at one dollar an hour with possible increases, stenographers for government work in Washington, civil and mechanical engineers with supervisory experience, machinists with various pay scales, and an indefinite need for refrigeration and technical specialists. It lists specific roles, locations, and pay, urging departments to refer applicants and noting transportation or overtime terms. The message, signed by H. J. Metcalf, Federal State Director in Des Moines Iowa, emphasizes large, ongoing labor needs for wartime service and offers further details by request.
Platform Manager Hoffman praised the boys and girls of Pella for their attentive participation in yesterday's chautauqua program. The children are enjoying the event and the influence it is expected to have on their lives.
The Oskaloosa Globe recounts the commercial club trip to Pell with stops in Bussey and Pella. A Baptist church dinner, a fine local band despite casualties from service, and W. H. Fowler of Pella welcome the boosters with lively oratory and praise for good roads.
Mrs. Carl Aschenbrenner at Fort Leavenworth, chair of the local society aiding French orphans, shares a July 4 cable from Paris. Marshal Joffre, president, expresses gratitude for American cooperation helping the orphans and says Paris hearts beat with ours on Independence Day.
The Kaiser the Beast of Berlin is shown Tuesday and Wednesday at the Elite Theatre. The film aims to depict the horrors of the war and portrays the Kaiser as a central figure, intending to counter pro-German influences and anti-American teaching.
Mr and Mrs D G Gosselink entertained about seventy relatives Friday evening at their home in honor of their son Rev Marion Gosselink and his bride of South Branch New Jersey who are visiting after their marriage at Holland Michigan Guests came from the nearby Sally area and after a short visit the Gosselinks will leave for their new home Friday morning this week
Pella Lodge No 65 and Pella Chapter 327 dedicated service flags for members in military service. W A Butts presided with speeches by Mrs H J Rhynsburger and W H Fowler and a patriotic address by W G Vander Ploeg. Flags note 16 stars on Masons banner and five on Eastern Star banner reflecting members in army and navy across camps and France.
The Central College Ladies Auxiliary reports a unanimous plan from the annual meeting requiring each member to donate one quart of preserves jelly or jam or two quarts of pickled fruit or mixed mustard pickles. Donors label jars with their name and contents and hold for Auxiliary pickup. The group plans to sell the fruits and pickles to members to bridge dining gaps between home and club fare.
The committee appeals to readers to support a dormitory project by paying reasonable prices. The plan aims to raise funds for the Auxiliary and provide a homey touch at the Hall. Readers are urged to notify Miss Elizabeth Graham Mrs J Wesselink or Mrs H W Pietenpol of their intentions.
Mrs Baron takes charge of all Red Cross knitting including sweaters socks and helmets and will hold instruction classes from two to four on Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and Friday at her store. Call during those hours to learn the process and avoid duplicating work. A request for 65 helmets due by August 31 and large quotas of sweaters and socks are anticipated.
A new ruling from the Adjutant General limits enlistment of men ages 18 to 21. Applicants must prove they are 18 with a birth certificate baptismal record or school certificate, or an affidavit from a parent or guardian. Enlistment of 18 to 21 year olds may occur without parental consent, with age documentation required.
The Treasury's Bureau of Engraving and Printing turns out bonds of the fourth Liberty loan by the thousands daily. The bonds resemble the third loan in form and design with space for exact terms. It is believed enough bonds will be ready for immediate delivery as they are purchased.
P. H. Van Gorp, 29-30 Local Fuel Committeeman, reports instructions from the U.S. Fuel Administration urging the public to secure winter coal from local mines now. Those who fail to lay in supply may not receive preference during the coming shortage.
The Banner Bearers of the First Reformed church in Otley will host a social on the church grounds Wednesday July 24. Everyone is invited. A band will play and proceeds benefit Missions and the Red Cross.
The first applicant for service in the United States Merchant Marine under local recruiting agent B. F. Vander Linden was John Van Roekel of Leighton.
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