Des Moines Chief Advocates Law Enforcement in Pella Talk
Des Moines police chief James Cavender spoke to a Baptist church audience of men in Pella on crime and enforcement. He criticized press sensationalism, discussed bootlegging incidents, and urged speedier trials to curb vice while denouncing lawyers who aid convicted criminals.
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James Cavender
Des Moines
Pella
Baptist Church
Cavender
Chicago Tribune
Supreme Court
Mr. Cavender
Clarence Darrow
Chicago
Chief Cavender
Fullerton Selected as Music Instructor at Columbia
Prof. C. A. Fullerton head of the music department at Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls has been chosen to act as music instructor at Columbia University New York City for a six weeks term next summer.
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C. A. Fullerton
Iowa State Teachers College
Cedar Falls
Columbia University
New York City
Former Central Boy Broadcasts Next Week
The Rev. Ralph A. Jensen former Central College student and pastor of Second Baptist church of Chicago will speak on WLMS every morning at 7 30 during the week starting March 15. He will lead the Central YMCA morning family worship broadcast daily except Sunday. WLS uses 345 meters. The Chicago church on Jackson Boulevard at Lincoln Street is a longtime Baptist congregation acting as a community center aiding rooming house residents. Pastor Jensen is in his third year and seeks expanded equipment to better serve the community.
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Ralph A. Jensen
Central College
Second Baptist Church of Chicago
WLMS
Central Department Y. M. C. A
WLS
Jensen
Chicago
Jackson Boulevard
Lincoln St
Thomassen Silver Wedding Celebrated by Family
Mr and Mrs T J Thomassen marked their 25th wedding anniversary with a March 6 gathering of relatives and friends. Fifty five attended despite bad weather. a noon dinner was followed by psalm singing, speeches from Pastor John Wesselink and Rev Bernie Mulder, and the closing hymn Bless Be The Tie That Binds.
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T. J. Thomassen
John Wesselink
Central College
Knoxville Dance Ordinance Restricts Social Etiquette
Knoxville city council adopted by a Women’s clubs panel a dance ordinance restricting close dancing, cheek to cheek, neck holds and shimmy. It limits arm positions, bans underage attendees, alcohol limits admission times, and requires signed card statements for entry and reentry to dances.
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Daddy
Johnny
Mary
Knoxville
Knoxville Women’s Clubs
Dance Hall Commission
Fire destroys Pella photo shop at 707 Main Street
A major uptown fire severely damages Reuvers and Hollebrands photograph gallery at 707 Main Street in Pella. Losses are estimated around 2500 in property with stock destroyed except for a few items. insurance valued at 1500 leaves owners facing a heavy loss and possible temporary closure. Fire started in the dark room likely from wiring. prompt response limited spread though nearby buildings sustained some damage.
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Pella
Reuvers and Hollebrands
Main Street
Hollebrands
W. H. Fowler
H. L. Sherman
De Jongs Celebrate 30th Anniversary in Leighton
Mr and Mrs Jelte De Jong of Leighton marked their 30th wedding anniversary with 55 relatives, including Mrs De Jongs father Wm Van Gorp, at a noon luncheon after prayers by Rev De Vries. The gathering featured songs and music and many gifts.
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Jelte de Jong
Leighton
Organ Recital Delights City Music Lovers at Baptist Church
Charles Leech Gulich gave an all American program at the Baptist church Tuesday evening to a good audience. The artist displayed great ability with a varied program including Rogers concert overture Dudley Buck variations and Gulich’s grand chorus. The performance drew praise from judges and music lovers alike.
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Charles Leech Gulich
the Baptist Church
Guiich
Pella
Gulich
Public Notice of Dance Rule Violations Sparks Censorship Debate
The Knoxville Journal notes a party questioned for age disputes cites strict rules and potential expulsions. It mocks overly rigid enforcement, suggesting authorities may need measures like a yard stick or seismograph to ensure proper arm placement and to detect any tremor, reflecting local tension over decency standards.
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Knoxville Journal
Ver Meer Attends Chevrolet Sales Meeting In Omaha
A. A. Ver Meer reports Chevrolet plans for a record 1926 advertising blitz and sales drive after attending Omaha zone dealers convention. R. H. Grant led the meeting with executives and specialists from the Chevrolet organization. The program aims to surpass 1925 sales and reach beyond the half million mark.
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Chevrolet Motor Company
A. A. Ver Meer
Omaha
Chevrolet
Nebraska
Hotel
Fontenelle
R. H. Grant
Grant
West
R K. Whit Prp
Ralph Grundman Buys Registered Guernsey Herd
Ralph Grundman recently bought ten pedigreed Guernsey cows and a bull from a milk testing association. The herd boasts high production records with a bull from a line known for 830 pounds of butter fat, seen as a move to strengthen local farming and reduce reliance on panaceas. The piece notes Wisconsin and northeastern Iowa dairy prosperity, imports from Denmark, and a 50 percent tariff increase on butter by President Coolidge, applauding Grundman’s enterprise.
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Ralph Grundman
Guernsey
Iowa
Wisconsin
Grundman
Denmark
Coolidge
Ralph
Important Classis Meeting Tuesday of Next Week
The Classis of Pella of the Christian Reformed church will meet Tuesday March 16 at two o clock at the First Christian Reformed church. The semi centennial Calvin College celebration begins then with speakers Rev D H Kromminga and Rev F J Drost. The evening session at 730 features Rev D D Bonnema and Rev P Bloem with Holland language remarks and vocal music.
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Classis
Pella
Christian Reformed Church
Calvin College
Grand Rapids
Michigan
D. H. Kromminga
Peoria
F. J. Drost
Otley
D. D. Bonnema
Denver
Colo
P. Bloem
Luctor
Kas
Democratic Conference At Knoxville Saturday
A mass meeting and conference of Marion county Democrats will be held in the district court room in Knoxville on Saturday March 13 at 2 pm. It precedes district and state conferences to be held later. H H Crenshaw will attend and speak on state and county candidates. Committee members and committee women are urged to attend. W J Wilson, Chairman.
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State Committee
Marion County
Knoxville
H. H. Crenshaw
Democratic County Central Committee
W. J. Wilson
Central College wins second in men’s oratorical contest
Wayne Neely of Parsons College Fairfield won first place in the annual Iowa State Oratorical contest held in Fairfield Friday evening with The Cat and the Cattle. Cornelius Wilkins of Central College Pella took second on The Present Crisis. Elmer Wilson of Buena Vista College Storm Lake was third on Purpose of American Leadership.
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Wayne Neely
Parsons College
Fairfield
Iowa
Cornelius Wilkins
Central College
Pella
Elmer Wilson
Buena Vista College
Storm Lake
J. O'Neill
University of Wisconsin
J. A. Annersly
Northwestern University
Craig Baird
University of Iowa
Paul T. Minear
Iowa Wesleyan
Mt. Pleasant
Aaron Webber
Persons College
Henry Galbreath
Upper Iowa
Fayette
Penn College
Oskaloosa
Simpson College
Indianola
John Fletcher College
University Park
Mount Pleasant
Fair
Divorces Granted at February Term 1926 Knoxville Journal
The Knoxville Journal reports six divorces granted at the February term 1926. Mabel Bruinekool received a divorce from Henry Bruinekool for cruel treatment and was awarded property in Pella Iowa with cash alimony of 2000. Alice Meade divorced C C Meade for beating and neglect. Nina May De Witt divorced Walter De Witt for cruel treatment. Gerene Voss divorced Fred Voss, gained custody of Verle Voss and $25 monthly alimony plus $50 attorney fees. Winnie Phoenix divorced Joseph Phoenix, gained custody of John and Robert Phoenix with $25 monthly alimony. Rachel Miller divorced Charles Miller and gained custody of three children.
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Mabel Bruinekool
Henry J. Bruinekool
Pella
Towa
Alice Meade
C. C. Meade
Nina May de Witt
Walter de Witt
Gerene Voss
Fred Voss
Verle Voss
Winnie Phoenix
Joseph Phoenix
John Poenix
Robert Phoenix
Austin Phoenix
Rachel Miller
Charles Miller
Charles Robert
Raymond Edward
Isabel Tresa
Knoxville Journal
Mer ky Milk Maids shines in high school operetta
The high school operetta The Mer ky Milk Maids played to large audiences in the auditorium last Thursday and Friday nights. Mrs Hummell directed a strong cast including Morris Vogelaar as the Lion of the Town and Reanud Rysdam as a German peddler. Elizabeth Hesselink and Miss Jewell carried major roles with fine supporting work by Ella Van Buren Clarence Van Dellen and many others. The 49 person cast, costumes by Miss Fullmede, and the school orchestra under Mrs Hummell produced a smooth, colorful performance praised for timing and presentation.
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Morris Vogelaar
Renaud Rysdam
Renaud
Will
Miss Jewell
Elizabeth Hesselink
Monica
Ella van Buren
Clarence van
Praise for the Pella Fire Department
Walter H Fowler expresses gratitude for the Pella Fire Department for their prompt midnight response that prevented a major fire threat to buildings including the telephone building. He commends their sacrifice, notes the potential calamity avoided, and offers future assistance.
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Walter H. Fowler
American Hotel Opening Draws City Crowd
The Ameri can Hotel opened under manager R L Ocheltree with a Tuesday banquet. About sixty attended, pleased with food and service. The new landlord and his wife have been preparing the hotel and announce readiness to serve meals and special spreads.
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R. L. Ocheltree
Van Rheenen Home Hosts Fifty-First Night Gathering
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Van Rheenen entertained a party of friends at their home Friday evening with five hundred as the centerpiece of the evening’s entertainment.
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Fred van Rheenen
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MR. and
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ITY Council
A. Ver Meer
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