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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1912
Page
5
Heavy snow could not stop a large turnout in the school election. Voters chose four directors with Rhynsburger and De Haan winning, while the 5000 bond for a new high school site was soundly rejected by men and women alike.
In a city opinion by a voter, buying a site for a new school is urged as a safe, economical bond proposition. The author warns against hesitation, cites nearby towns, projects future land value gains, and suggests acquiring multiple sites to finance a future building while critiquing pessimists and penny wise politicians.
A reader questions voting no to purchasing land for a future school site. The board claimed only ground purchase with future building, offering no immediate relief. The writer notes a parochial school planned this summer could free space, and contemplates future construction needs.
A local school district lists three usable parcels for construction, one at Webster School and two at Lincoln School. The proposal notes the site is not centrally located but could serve the College area. Residents suggest short walks and exercise for students as a benefit.
Iowa Democrats plan a love feast at the annual Iowa Jefferson club banquet in Des Moines on April 3 with William J. Bryan as principal speaker. Invitations went to Champ Clark Woodrow Wilson Judson Harmon Oscar W Underwood and John W Kern as presidential hopefuls.
Frank Dixon who lectured in Pell recently felt unwell with indigestion and delivered a below par talk. He sent a $100 check to the Lecture Course manager to cover the shortfall and those with season tickets will be admitted free at a rescheduled appearance. The editor urges inviting Dixon back to prove his ability again.
A resident asks the Chronicle about the fate of the Pella Commercial Association after a seeker used its stationery for a charitable appeal signed by G A Stout. The writer urges a meeting or closure if the association is dead, criticizing fake charity schemes and seeking clarity for the town.
Late Monday a small fire at A. J. Muth’s home started when a girl used a match, burning a mattress and bed clothing. Neighbors helped by tossing the flames from a window, preventing wider damage despite no nearby hydrant. loss covered by insurance.
Ed Van Gorp withdraws from Pella Auto and joins Harve Van Gorp to buy out Star Auto stockholders. They operate as Star Auto Company at Star Garage. They plan Overland models and other cars, with new 1912 Overland model 61 praised as best yet and scarce this season. Pete Kuyper bought the model 61. The firm overhauls several cars for the season.
A. 8 Barker, longtime employee of Garden City Feeder Company, plans to move to Canada this month to manage the new Canadian branch in Regina Saskatchewan. The branch is incorporated as Garden City Feeder Company with $100000 capital stock, largely held by local parties. Manufacturing will stay here and be shipped by car load to sales rooms in Regina Winnipeg and Calgary.
Red Men activity rises in Pella since year start with new members joining Mabaska Tribe of Red Men from Oskaloosa arriving to adopt pale faced captives. Pella boys promise a royal time and to ensure guests have a memorable visit.
The clerk exam in Pella is delayed. five applications have been received and the final date for applications is now March 20. The job offers a salary of 600 to 800 dollars yearly, and Tunis Kempkes will handle applications ready for the exam.
On Wednesday afternoon March 6 the annual business meeting of Chapter B U P BE O was held at Mrs. J M Cox home. Miss Elizabeth Cox joined as a new member. Officers elected: Mrs Dr Mitten President, Mrs W W Cook Vice President, Mrs G G Gaass Recording Secretary, Mrs Van Spanckeren Treasurer, Mrs David Dykstra Chaplain, Mrs H H Geelhoed Guard, Mrs F M Frush Journalist. After a splendid supper the meeting adjourned.
Last Thursday night the Tigers met Central in a highly charged basketball showdown. Officials ejected four players after fights, ending 31 to 26 in Central’s favor, amid calls for more frequent meetings to foster sportsmanship.
A farm sold at Farmers and Merchants Bank last Saturday by referee W H Vander Ploeg for 76.20 dollars per acre. Edward Jelama purchased the property.
A California report from Los Angeles dated February 23, 1912 details the Iowa picnic and reunion hosted for former Marion County residents. The writer lists many attendees and mentions visiting relatives including H. P. V. and his wife, alongside several names from Pella and nearby towns.
Mrs. G. A. Stout fell at home last week breaking her ankle bone. She waited several hours for a physician to be summoned after an accidental fall while alone. She endured much pain but now uses crutches to move about.
Following Gen James B Weaver's death a push to erect an elaborate monument faded after the family indicated his wish for a simple Iowa granite boulder marked only with his name age and the inscription He was a friend of the poor The plan was abandoned per his expressed desire
A number of Democratic congressmen in Washington back changing the constitution to six years for the presidency and prevent immediate re election. Business leaders complain politics impede growth and favor a platform plank at the Baltimore convention that would urge six year terms to prioritize service over ambition.
A stove pipe vented into a spare bedroom starting a fire. Bed clothing caught fire but flames were soon discovered and extinguished. About twenty five dollars in damage resulted.
John Carson born Coshocton County Ohio 1843 moved to Mercer County Ohio then Iowa in 1866 settled in Pella among Hollanders. Married Sarah Copley 1873 had eight children, seven surviving. died March 7 1912 at home with family at his bedside. He joined Methodist church under Rev Groome.
The four year old son of Mr and Mrs Jno Steenhoek northwest of Pella died last Sunday from scarlet fever after the family previously lost a three year old daughter to the same illness last week. The remaining child is very ill.
Mrs. Vander Kamp widow of Wm Vander Kamp died at her home in Pella last Friday evening after a brief illness of la gripe. She leaves sons and daughters. Funeral services were held at the home and at Third Reformed church Monday afternoon with burial in Oakwood cemetery.
Jennie Dykstra and Catharines Vroom wed March 6, 1912 at 2 30 p m at the Dykstra home near Leighton in the presence of about 100 relatives and friends Rev S Vander Werf officiated a three course supper followed the ceremony gifts from guests and warm wishes for a long happy life as reported by the Onkaloosa Herald Wai.)
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