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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1922
Page
5
The Landscape Architect clarifies care for newly received plants and bed prep. He advises digging beds at specified locations, deep soil, protecting roots from wind and sun, and dipping roots in mud. Regular watering, mulch renewal, and a bright border around shrub beds are urged, with consulting local nurserymen for doubtful cases.
From Mrs. N. C. Towne at Des Moines we receive notice of the death of Inez Bowen Marks, aged 67 years, a native of Pella Iowa. Wife of William Marks mother of William Bowen Marks Paul Lindsay and Milone Josephine Marks sister of Ione Gibbs of Sumpter Oregon John B and Alice P Bowen of San Francisco. Funeral set for 2 PM Friday at Grays Divisadero at Post with private interment.
F C Hakkers and Chris Rus visited Ames on Monday to buy machinery and equipment for Hakkers tailor shop on Franklin Street. The expanding business aims to improve both interior and exterior for the General Synod visitors.
Arie Schilder resumes ownership at the Holland Meat Market in Pella. A founder of the market with Wm. Van Wely, Schilder previously worked for Van Wely and now takes over the business, promising continued honesty and fair dealing in the city’s market life.
Des Moines March 15 Special Col Leon W Ainsworth reports the U S corn reserve is vanishing fast with about 300 million bushels sold in four months and states like Iowa and nearby regions will have little corn to carry into the new crop. He notes total farm reserves for wheat corn oats and barley are down from last year and domestic disappearance of corn outpaces the prior two years by over 30 percent while exports double.
A large audience attended a style show promoted by Mrs. E. F. Black and Mrs. Margaret De Reus at the high school auditorium Tuesday evening. The third display by these dealers featured hats dresses suits and more with music by a local orchestra and performances by residents. Proceeds from admissions benefited civic improvement work under the Women’s Federated Club.
G B Clarke of Pella Iowa offers tested lightning rods to protect buildings and improve insurance rates. He notes gasoline irons fixed and promises savings in both protection and insurance costs through installation by his service.
De Wit Bros announces fresh cookies available at all times. Local bakers highlight constant availability and new batch rotation to satisfy daily cravings. The ad emphasizes freshness and reliability for daily bakery needs.
Dwight Lewis, Commissioner, argues the Supreme Court ruling does not strip states of intrastate rate authority. He cites ongoing state power to fix coal and other intrastate freight rates, and notes hearings to amend the Transportation Act. He urges newspapers to correct misinterpretations and affirms Iowa and state commissions remain active.
Dan De Vries, employed by a Des Moines truck firm, was injured last week when his right hand was crushed while working near a truck. Initially feared to lose most fingers, doctors now think they may be saved. Relatives from Pella report steady progress during recovery.
Health workers report ongoing efforts visiting schools and homes, teaching health habits, and speaking to pupils and parents. They note rising interest, a coffee avoidance pledge by a student, and corrections such as new glasses and filled teeth. Additional talks were given to the Baptist Ladies' Aid and a Parent- Teachers meeting as part of engaging mothers socially and professionally.
Wm J. Van Wely states he has disposed of his interest in the Holland Meat Market and will move to Monroe. He asks claimants and customers to settle accounts at once and thanks patrons for eleven years in Pella, noting Arie Schilder’ll take over the business at the same location.
County women press to keep the Webster County nurse funded by county money. The Red Cross backs current work but funds are insufficient. A petition from local women will be presented to the Board of Supervisors at the April session seeking county support.
The post office department adopts a new ruling permitting postmasters to reveal the number of patrons on each rural route when not misused. J A Winger, postmaster, says the change follows evidence that such data harms little and aids business. The rule enables directing circular mail to Box numbers on specific rural routes.
Mrs George Gezel hosted a surprise party Friday evening for her mother Mrs Chas Porter at the home of Mrs Marion Porter. About twenty five friends and neighbors attended a six o'clock dinner and the guest of honor was overwhelmed with a completely surprising and enjoyable evening.
The Monday vote elected P. Van Slittert director with 63 of 67 ballots while C. N. Cole won treasurer with 64 votes. Other ballots favored Jake Sterrenberg and Mrs. A. T. Van Houweling. no bond issues or policy questions were on the ballot.
The Iowa Attorney General states that operating an unlicensed motor vehicle on or after January 1 is illegal and subject to arrest, regardless of when delinquent lists are published. County Treasurer T H Graham reports differing opinions on enforcement as debates continue.
A Manitoba to Mexico Mennonite colony train of 22 immigrant cars with three coaches for women and children passed Ottumwa en route to San Antonio. The party, including cats and dogs and farm stock, claims not to be German or Canadian but Mennonite, with women in traditional headdresses.
Farmers in Marion county may join a wide scale test of Hubam clover, developed by the Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station. About 500 tests will be arranged statewide with two pounds of seed per trial for $1.00, seed cheaper than market, to compare with other clovers under simple trial plans. Interested growers should contact J. L. Robinson in Ames, Iowa.
A candidate declares for sheriff of Marion County on the Democratic ticket, subject to voters at the June primary. The formal announcement invites party members to participate in selecting the nominee.
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