Fourth of July in Pella to feature Sullivan speech and grand celebration
The Pella community plans a historic Fourth of July with Hon. J. B. Sullivan delivering the address. A big crowd is expected for a full day of parades, floats, athletic events, parks, dinner parties, and an evening fireworks display, reflecting the city’s hospitality and preparations. The event follows extensive college commencement activity and a strong push to support building needs and guest accommodations.
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Pella
J. B. Sullivan
Marion County
W. H. Fowler
Lynnville
Sully
Harvey
Baptist State Convention
Friends of the College
Brothers Plead Guilty To Petty Larceny
Sheesley and Fred Van Cleve brothers from Peoria faced Mayor Huber after confessing to stealing blankets from a feed barn in Pella. They admitted taking two or three valuable blankets and were fined eight dollars plus costs before release.
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Sheesley
Fred van Cleve
Huber
Peoria
Pella
Star Restaurant Seeks Help for General Housework
Help wanted notice invites a good girl for general housework to apply at the Star restaurant at once. The terse ad specifies immediate employment and directs applicants to visit the premises.
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Star
Death of Sarah Ellen Cole at home near Pella
Sarah Ellen Cole, 36, died at 2:30 am last Saturday at her home one and one-half miles east of Pella from long standing spinal trouble. Funeral Monday at the home with Rev. D. C. Smith and Deacon A. Van Stight. Burial in Onland cemetery. Her life was marked by a crippling accident at fourteen that left her an invalid for years, with intense suffering but devoted family care. Cyrenus Cole, editor and Cedar Rapids Republican proprietor, arrived after news of her death. his remarks honor the devotion of family and the afflicted.
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Pella
Sarah Ellen Cole
D. C. Smith
Methodist Church
A. van Stight
First Reformed Church
On Land Cemetery
Cyrenus Cole
Mr. Cole
The
Register
Leader
Cedar Rapids
Sarah Cole
Robbery at Otley Bites Miner Union Funds
The residence of Mr. Rickabaugh in Otley was robbed last Saturday night or Sunday. Thieves took $150 donated by miners' union and $25 of Rickabaugh's own money. No clues to the culprits. Huffmeier dogs tracked a lead from Knoxville but a waiting carriage likely diverted the scent.
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Rickabaugh
Otley
Miners’ Union
Hiss
Huffmeier
Knoxville
Card of Thanks for a Family Loss and Honors
Card of Thanks expresses sincere gratitude to those who aided after the loss of husband and father, Mrs Ver Ducat and children. Meanwhile a note says Des Moines papers arrive earlier due to Rock Island train schedule changes. George Gaass, after three years at Columbian Law School in New York City, graduated with high honors. He is a Central College graduate and described as another son to be proud of.
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Rock Island
Des Moines
George Gaass
Columbian Law School
New York City
Gaass
Central College
Fiends Egg-attack on College Boarding Hall
Report from the streets at eleven last night describes entry through a window into a college boarding hall pantry where eggs were taken and hurled at the building front and porch. Glass shattered, occupants frightened but none injured. perpetrators unnamed. Band concert in the park Saturday evening.
City Council Opens Summer Rules and Rail Schedule Changes
The council granted sidewalk petitions and ordered Main Street drainage. Officials report funds across funds and proceed with tax collection discretion. Cannon firecrackers banned on July 4. a 16 by 32 foot park pavilion dance stage is approved. Rail schedule changes from Des Moines and Ottumwa take effect with new morning arrival at 7:50 a.m. and adjusted mail trains.
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Main Street
Fowler
Slob
Des Moines
Wormhoudt
Pretty new telephone fixture installed in office
W H Fowler of Fowler Telephone Company has installed a novel ceiling box device described as a round half peck measure with bells for ring signal. The combined receiver and transmitter unit is adjustable for twenty five to thirty feet and can be activated by pulling a cord and pressing a button to call central.
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W. H. Fowler
Fowler Telephone Company
What a Mean Brother letter from Ballengee at Ft. Robinson
J H Ballengee, agent for the C N W railroad at Ft. Robinson Nebraska, comments on a paper and politics. He notes approval with one caveat, complains about Republican roast, and compares politics to baseball with aim to outvote the other side.
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J. H. Ballengee
Ft. Robinson
Nebraska
Notice for Bids on Market Square Grass Cutting
Bids will be received by the committee on public buildings and grounds until June 20 at 7 30 p m for grass cutting on the east market square to be completed by June 30. The committee may reject any or all bids. A C Van Houwetine chairs the committee. Also notes a change in the ad of Al Morris the painter, urging timely contact for first class work.
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Committee On
A.C. van Houwetine
al. Morris
Martial Law Enforced in Cripple Creek District After Mine Explosion
Colorado declares martial law in Cripple Creek where a dynamite blast near Victor killed thirteen men waiting to board a train. State troops respond as tensions rise between mine owners and strikers, with arrests of officers and fear of bloodshed amid ongoing disturbances.
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Colorado
Cripple Creek
Victor
Lost Glove Found Suspect Des Moines Train Notice
A fine glove nearly new was found on the street last Saturday and the owner can reclaim it by calling at this office, describing the item and paying this notice. The morning Des Moines train departs an hour earlier than before.
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Des Moines
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