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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1913
Page
5
A long reminiscence chronicles I C Curtis and other pioneers from 1843 to 1855. It highlights Curtis’s roles in Pella’s Baptist church and Central University, his public service as district attorney and legislator, and the Hollanders’ impact on settlement. It notes notable figures like Joseph Porter, Wellington Nossaman, and John B Hamilton, plus the growth of Lake Prairie township and education efforts.
The Weather Bureau report compiled by John H. Ver Steag covers the week July 16 through July 22. Observations by the Cooperative Observer include daily conditions, precipitation, and temperature ranges across local stations under the U S Department of Agriculture.
A party of twenty five ladies and local businessmen from Pella toured Newton on their way home from Des Moines. They advertised the Great White Way Picnic in Pella next Thursday and drew a crowd with Dutch costumes Dutch dog dances and friendly hospitality before continuing home.
The weight limit on parcel post packages rises from eleven to twenty pounds and the second zone is abolished effective August 15. First and second zones consolidate with rates from the first zone applying. No size change. seventy three inch limit remains. investigation by interstate commerce commission noted.
On Sunday several motorcyclists exceeded the speed limit, prompting Marshal Fred Padre to conduct interviews with the Mayor. The article notes the drivers faced consequences tied to their finances, though exact amounts are not disclosed.
The daily papers announce the election of B. L. Brown, son of Mrs. W. M. Brown of this city, as vice-president of the Western Pacific railroad. The road is the Pacific coast outlet from Denver of the Gould system. Mr. Brown was vice-president of the Denver & Rio Grande, which is also controlled by the Goulds, and he will hold the same position with the Gould coast line. He was formerly located in Iowa and was a Rock Island official. He is a brother of Conductor Charles L. Brown, who until his resignation a few months ago was superintendent of the Des Moines Valley division of the Rock Island.
National news from Washington reports that Democratic leaders see Mulhall testimony as evidence of big business influence in politics. The Senate hearings reveal manufacturers pressured for labor and tariff outcomes, with actions tied to Cannon, Taft, Roosevelt, and a push to restrict lobby influence on pending legislation.
Mrs Louise Schaub and her daughter, who had been visiting her aunt Mrs H J VanVilet in Ottumwa, returned home after several days. Mr Schaub came up Sunday morning to spend the day and accompanied them home.
Gysbert Groeneboom died at his home eight miles east of Pellansar at midnight Thursday July 17 1918 aged 71 years 16 days from typhoid fever. A substantial farmer near Leighton he leaves several children. Funeral services were held at his home Monday morning at 9 30 by the Leighton church pastor, body laid to rest in Oakwood cemetery.
Gerard W Gosselink died at his Franklin Street home on July 17 1918 after a five week battle with typhoid. He was 19 years old, survived by his parents and a brother, with grandparents and other relatives also listed. Funeral held Saturday with services at home and at First Reformed Church, Oakwood Cemetery burial.
Wells Rose Hester Miller, daughter of Zach eus and Margaret Heater, born in Ross County Ohio August 25 1835, died in Pella Iowa July 19 1918 at age 77 years 10 months 24 days. She married Alfred Benson in August 1858. they moved to Marion County Iowa in 1854 and had four children, two living. Benson died December 5 1860. She married George E Miller May 27 1862, with five children two sons and three daughters, two of whom survive. Later married Samuel Wells at Bedford Iowa. he died four weeks earlier. They lived with granddaughter Beulah Benson in Pella for 13 years. Funeral July 21 at home and M E church at 2. burial Oakwood cemetery. Family thanks friends for support and flowers.
The park gathering Sunday evening will feature Rev B F Brinkman delivering the sermon. Last Sunday Pastor C E Pettit of the M E church spoke on What think ye of Christ and gave a strong appeal. The unitarian materialist infidel and atheist would have learned something if they had attended. The interest in the meetings is good and organizers hope for a large turnout next Sunday.
Miss Elsie Mae Hamilton, a well known Pella figure and Central College elocution graduate, departed for Des Moines and Kansas City to join the Star Cheatingas Company as a reader. She will tour Oklahoma and Kansas with the troupe and is highly regarded as one of the platform's best readers.
A party of twenty five women and girls from Pella in Dutch costumes circulated publicity for the Great White Way picnic to be held July 24. They attracted attention in Des Moines marching through the business district in wooden shoes and Dutch attire, some wearing heirloom garments from Pella families. Some reported foot soreness after wearing wooden shoes all day.
Citizens urged to join a fight against flies by following rules to reduce disease spread. Keep sick rooms free of flies, dispose of decaying material, cover food and garbage, screen containers, seal manure, fix sewers, and methods to deter breeding. Neighborhoods urged to report nuisances to Health Officer. List of local fly trap locations noted.
A letter from Secretary Ralph Bolton of the Greater Des Moines Committee commends the Pella Chronicle for its July 17 issue. Bolton notes the city’s strong booster effort for the White Pole Road and praises Iowa towns with such support.
Robert McIntire and his family spent Sunday visiting Marshalltown, enjoying local sights and meeting friends during their stay.
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