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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
5
The regular council meeting was brief with $14,420.15 in cash at month start and $5,178.18 in approved bills. Contractors face material and transport delays as sand cement brick and crushed stone await delivery from Buffalo. Street prep on Washington begins while lot lines and sidewalk alignment raise drainage concerns.
The editor recounts a Knoxville visit with Ruth and Gertrude two little Montana girls aged about five and three. Their uncle guides a playful day visiting with Ruth and Gertrude meeting Ralph and Margaret, watching runaway horses, cows, and a toy telephone with candy pills. The piece captures childlike impressions and family interactions in a gentle hometown tone.
Memorial Day services honored fallen soldiers with cemetery visits and a central college ceremony. A procession along Main Street led to a public square program with music and speeches by Harry De Reus and Rev J De Haan. The G A R and American Legion issued thanks to Gold Star Post for Memorial Day arrangements, pledging continued patriotism.
Public notice states that Dr. F. F. Carpenter has moved his office to new rooms above the Wagoner Clothing Store. The change of address is announced to inform patients and clients of the updated location.
The Advance society hosted a Friday serenade and the Alethian Society gave a Good House-Keeping program with Fern Smith presenting on Silverware. The Senior class performs June 7 at 8 pm coached by Professor Sadler. Commencement Concert and gym work also featured with talented soloists and a free admission piano event at Second Reformed church.
The Ladies Auxiliary of Central College presents a musical and elocution program Wednesday at 2:00 PM in the Dormitory. Performers include Misses Mable Van Donselaar Bessie Van der Ploeg Iva Stoehr Gertrude Van Houweling Tina Doornawaard and Marie De Bruin.
Herman F. Bousquet aged 78 died June 2 1920 at the National Soldiers Home in Leavenworth Kansas. A former Pella hardware businessman and Civil War veteran he was Central College’s oldest alumnus. Survived by three sons and two daughters funeral time pending Mrs Woods arrival burial planned for Pella.
Notice is given that a document purporting to be the last will of G A Van Houwelinge deceased is on file in the Clerk of the District Court Knoxville Marion County Iowa. A hearing is set for June 17 1920 during the May term at which all interested may be heard. Harold Clements Clerk of District Court Knoxville Iowa May 27 1920 June 8 1920
The Marion County Sunday School Convention at First Reformed Church in Pella May 27 28 drew 109 outside delegates with strong county participation. Notable speakers included C G Herbrecht and E H Stranahan. J B Lyman and Nora White were re elected. The event closed with plans to meet in Bussey next year and reports of robust attendance, meals and hospitality.
The advertisement outlines an administrator sale for the estate of B Pellikaan. It lists the date and venue for the sale, the items to be sold, and contact details for further inquiry. The notice emphasizes compliance with legal procedures and the rights of creditors.
A noted Marion county reunion gathered last Thursday at the J H Young residence on West Montgomery. Attendees include Mrs J H Garberson of Miles City Montana Dr L A Garrison of Caldwell Idaho Dr J Le Young of Greenfield Iowa Mrs Lewis Kendall of Bussey Iowa and Mrs W L Allen of St Charles Iowa all former local residents and descendants of J H Young. W A Young editor of the Pella Chronicle also participated.
Gold Star Post No 89 American Legion held its last Monday meeting on Memorial Day with low attendance due to other engagements. New Post commander Harry Decock led the session as some officer positions and membership ballot items were deferred. Albert Hobbs Post 404 G A R was transferring a large flag to the Legion for use in processions, to be cared for by the Chaplain. A building committee was named to consult with the Chamber of Commerce about the current situation. The June social committee was formed led by Les Welle, Bill Van Hemert, and Bill De Bruyn. The meeting closed after about an hour.
The church lists a 9:80 a m Sunday school, 10:45 morning worship with an anthem Jerusalem the Golden and a sermon Meeting with the Christ. At 6:30 p m a combined C E meeting, and 7:30 p m evening worship with music Like a Father and My Faith Looks Up to Thee duet by Miss Van Nimwegen and Mr. Bousquet plus a pastor’s sermon.
Theological Student J De Haan Jr of Calvin Seminary Grand Rapids Michigan will preach at 7 30 p m Sunday at the First Christian Reformed Church. The event invites parishioners and neighbors to attend.
Some residents oppose the Park Board and fault the Ladies Federated Club for managing park matters. Their view is that these men have no kick coming even if the grass in the park is high enough to wade.
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