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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1902
Page
5
Memorial Day observances in Pella honored the dead of 1865 with flowers at cemeteries after services at the college chapel. Citizens paused as businesses closed, recalling Union and Confederate sacrifices and pledging remembrance as veterans fade with time.
County teachers examinations set for Pella on June 21, 26 and August 27, 28 with no July session due to royal clos es starting June 19. Rural diploma exams to Knoxville June 14 and Pella June 21. Pella test to be at the high school building.
John Bastian of G P A Great Rock Island Route in Chicago offers free descriptive literature on Colorado including Camping in Colorado and details on hotels and boarding houses. Inquiries via mail to obtain this information and summer rates.
Mrs. L M Martin died at her Des Moines home on May 28 after about a year of illness. Wife of Col L M Martin former general manager of the Iowa Central railway, she leaves two sons and a daughter, with surviving siblings present at the funeral. Services were held at the Cox home with Rev. Peck officiating. interment was at no cemetery.
Mrs A P Doedyns aged 29 daughter of Mr and Mrs Kruidenier died at her home last Friday evening May 36th after weeks of blood poisoning. Married about four months her funeral was from the Second efprn church conducted by Rev Neimeyer and H Kuyper. Burial at Oakland Cemetery. The bereaved express community sympathy.
Mrs Johannes Rhynsburger aged 69 died at home Thursday May 2nd at 9 15 PM after ailing from a complication of diseases. A resident of Pella since 1869 she leaves husband John S and children Jno Ulrich and Jennie plus many relatives. Funeral from 4th Reformed church Monday at 10 AM Rev H J Pictenpol officiating, interment Oakland Cemetery.
Resolution of Respect from the Second Reformed Church of Pella Iowa notes the death of Dirkie Kruidenier wife of Arnold Docdyns after about eight weeks illness. The YP SC K committee extends condolence to the family and asks a copy be sent to the family and to the Chronicle and Weekblad for publication.
Last Friday the PEO Society of this city decorated the grave of Mrs. H. L. Bousquet, founder of the society. The act honored a woman whose work created a lasting monument of honor and glory, admired by many lodges across the state.
A wedding arranged in Albia uniting Miss Amy with Mr Mann amid few guests from the Pell and related families. The couple will reside at home in Albia after July and begin married life within their local community.
Last Friday Egg house and employes crossed grounds to watch a game at the Stacker factory depot. Five players took the field as spectators expected a victory. The match began about 3 45 and ended around 5 45 with the straw blackers winning 2 to 0. Charley Reis demonstrated the old game work and occasionally used a bat with a hole, while Dick Rhynsburger struggled to run and Reddy Bloom pitched a few balls.
Dr B F Keables of Pella writes urgent appeal to Post Office Department regarding long-pending Pella matter. He cites applications filed March 29 1901 and says a special agent was in the district. He promises to press the case until a man is ordered there to resolve the issue, expressing frustration with delays. Signed J Act Hult.
George Schaub, a respected New Lebanon resident, praises Chamberlain's Pain Balm advertised in the Dayton Volkszeitung for his wife's eight week back pain. After a few days the pain eased and she regained strength to perform household duties. The liniment is sold by Allen & Stubenrauch.
Rail fare notice promotes round trip summer rates via Chicago Great Western to St. Paul Minneapolis the Cannon Valley Lakes Duluth and the Superior regions. Tickets valid for return until October 31 with sales details from any Great Western Agent or G P A J P Elmer Chicago, October 15.
The American House will close from June 4 to 18 for moving old buildings and preparing to erect a new hotel. Once furnished it will be among Igwa Pella’s most modern hotels, and Pella is praised for securing the building.
A Missouri judge punishes grocers for selling alum containing baking powders while New York seized alum substitutes and dumped them. Health departments push measures to curb dangerous adulterated powders and urge consumers to demand trusted brands.
W T Sturdevant of Merry Oaks North Carolina claims fifteen years of dyspepsia ended after using Kodol. He says it gave immediate relief letting him eat what he wants and improves digestion without dieting. Cole and Langerak endorse the product.
A businessman argues that local shoppers should spend at home and criticizes merchants who routinely buy supplies from outsiders. He warns that requiring others to spend locally while not supporting local vendors undermines a balanced, fair policy for both sides.
Des Moines Iowa reports a week with temperatures two to four degrees below normal and light rain. The week ended warmer with showers, aiding farm work and corn cultivation. Western counties need rain while most of the state could benefit from warm dry weather to advance cultivation. corn acreage planted with good stands, pastures meadows and gardens growing well. fruit yields variable and generally below normal.
Fine piano in good condition offered at a very low price. Inquiries may be made at this office for details.
An eight pound roast shrinks to about five pounds when cooked, with nearly half weight lost in preparation. Canned meats offer the greatest economy as they are cooked and ready for the table. Rex canned meats are available in various sizes, including corned beef and potted turkey, with popular items like sliced beef, lunch tongues, Vienna sausage, and hash.
D Scott Currin of Loganton Pa hails One Minute Cough Cure as the best remedy for coughs colds croup and throat and lung troubles It acts immediately is safe and pleasant to take and loved by children Advertised by Cole and Langerak with claims the doctor is often too late for grip bronchial coughs.
Cosmos Pictures are praised as perfect depictions of ancient art and highly desirable for collectors. Keables Drugstore has secured the agency to sell the set, inviting lovers of art to visit and view the collection.
The lecture Sour Grapes has captivated readers, with thirteenth thousand printed and the W C T selling it in social purity libraries nationwide. Orders reach foreign countries including Australia and Canada while a three edition of five thousand copies was nearly sold out. Nebraska Normal College sold over two hundred copies to students and locals as high school commencement nears at the Auditorium on Thursday evening June 12.
S R Meredith of Willow Grove Del testifies that DeWitt's Witch Salve reliably cures piles, with operations unnecessary for cure. The product also treats skin diseases and wounds, with a warning to accept no counterfeits from Cole and Langerak.
The Sunday School convention in the city causes the M F E church childrens day program to be moved to Sunday June 22. Sour Grapes pleased the audience for its wit and insight. Professor Ott praised as an artist with bold social remarks. High school commencement set for Thursday evening June 12 at the Auditorium.
The W C T U notes lower hospital drink bills and cites temperance health claims. In Canada, provincial prohibition gains momentum after a Privy Council ruling upholding Manitoba's 1900 prohibitory act, signaling strengthened saloon opposition and a temperance revival.
A study of early temperance efforts notes Dr. Studt in Germany urging school-based instruction on alcohol harms with government backing. In England a reform drive targets drunken women, citing Duxhurst farm colony and reported high cure rates, while Bishop of London and Lady Somerset warn of rising female drunkenness. Also mentions Cedar Falls lectures by Mr. Ott, high school commencement in June, and a lost black jacket between Otley and Pella with reward.
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