Gys Van Vliet Dies After Long Public Service
Gysbert Van Vliet, 82, longtime Des Moines area leader and three term mayor, died Sunday morning after pneumonia illness. Born in Holland, he came to America at five, served as alderman 1883-86, mayor 1887-88 1891-94 and 1899, and was noted as a pacifist and reformer who urged settlements out of court and upheld the law with mercy. He was survived by 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. funeral was held Wednesday at his home with three pastors and a quartet performing.
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Gysbert van Vliet
Albert Vander Ploeg
H. C. Jacobs
L. F. Bousquet
Charles Sipkema
A. D. Ver Steeg
le M. Henry
Earl, Russell
Harry van Vliet
Willard Donai
Robert Renaud
James van Vliet
Holland
van Vliet
America
Mr. van Vliet
Nancy Ten Hagen
Nancy
Bertha
Eddy
Cornelius van Vliet
Des Moines
John van Vliet
Omaha
Nebr
Bert van Vliet
Boston
Mass
Charlotte
H. L. Renaud
Pella
B. H. van Vliet
Vennie Donai
Ynion
Mr. Kuyper
T. J. Edmond
J. H. Stubenrauch
School Election Is Minus Defeat
An election held Monday produced 160 total votes with two unopposed candidates, H. A. Veenstra and H. Wormhoudt. Veenstra received 149 votes and Wormhoudt 159 with one scattering vote, among a history of fluctuating turnout.
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H. A. Veenstra
H. Wormhoudt
Veenstra
Wormhoudt
Last Rites Held for D. P. Van Gorp in Des Moines
A large gathering of relatives and Woodrow Washing Machine employees attended the funeral for D. P. Van Gorp at Wormhoudt and Plette funeral home. Miss Marie Lautenbach sang while Rev. Ralph T. Nordlund spoke on faith and eternal life, highlighting Van Gorp’s Christian testimony and the blessing of affliction.
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Dick P. van Gorp
Mercy
Des Moines
Wormhoudt
Plette
Miss Lautenbach
Marie Lautenbach
Jesus
8. F. Cole
The
Woodrow Washing Machine Company
Mr. van Gorp
Ed. van Zante
Dick C. van Zante
L. A. Kuyper
J. van Rees
Gary T. Vogelast
W. C. Ver Ploeg
Christ
van Gorp
Job
Nordlund
Card of Thanks for Kind Deeds During Sorrow
We thank friends for kind deeds and sympathy during our recent sorrow. Signed by Mrs. Dick P. Van Gor and Mr. and Mrs. P. J. Van Gorp, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Van Gorp, Mrs. P. Johnson and family.
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Dick P. van Gor
P. J. van Gorp
H. P. van Gorp
P. Johnson
Stores Close For G. Van Vliet Funeral
Out of respect to the memory of the late Gysbert Van Vliet former mayor and justice of the peace the business houses of Pella were closed Wednesday afternoon during the funeral. This was a beautiful and deserving tribute of respect to one who served his city so long and faithfully.
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Gysbert van Vliet
Merit the welcome plavdne in praise of a faithful servant
The message extols a servant for his fruitful life and calls successors to continue his work. It honors his contributions to the world and urges ongoing dedication and service.
Spring Styles Hold Forth In Special Issue
The spring edition of the Chronicle arrives with fashion tips for spring cleaning redecorating and a showcase of spring goods from Pella merchants. It touts cheaper prices across clothing dry goods shoes hardware and home furnishings while noting groceries remain essential and bargains abound. The issue urges readers to inspect the spring bargains and buy now before prices rise again.
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The
Chronicle
Pella
Welfare League Raises 114 From Henry's Wedding Play
The Welfare League netted 114.00 from the event Henry's Wedding staged at the high school auditorium over two nights to aid needy families in the vicinity. The funds will help supply coal and food for 26 or more local households. Special thanks go to Mrs. Paul Scholte, general chairman, for her tireless work and leadership in organizing the effort led by Miss Ia Fox and others.
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Ain Sbp Y Steels
Small Blaze At The H. Fennema Home
The city fire department was called to the Herman Fennema home on Broadway about 4 30 oclock Saturday afternoon to extinguish a small fire. The fire started at the paper rear part of the building and the only damage was to the roof, very slight.
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Herman Fennema
Broadway
Shoplifters Assessed Fines After Guilty Plea
Mayor and county official pressured suspects Otto Kropp Ray Kratscher and Mrs Riche A Rudolph to plead guilty to petit larceny in a hearing held Wednesday. Each was fined 100 dollars plus 360 dollars total costs for theft from Black's Style Shoppe aided by a sister in New York who posted the fines. The trio had a suitcase of apparel and other goods as evidence.
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Mahaska County
Fultz
Clements
Kans
Trio
Otto Kropp
Ray Kratscher
Riche A. Rudolph
Judicial Chamber
New York City
Black
Dee D. Galvin Seeks County Treasurer Seat
A political notice announces Dee D. Galvin as a Democrat candidate for county treasurer. Galvin is described as a farmer and stockman residing in Ville. The item urges support and outlines campaign intent for the office.
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Dee D. Galvin
Privin
Ville
Benefit Play Draws 125 Attend Community Show
The Laughing sensation Henry's Wedding was staged at the High School auditorium for two nights drawing 125 performers and capacity crowds. Miss Ila Fox of Universal Producers funded the event with all profits to the Community Welfare League, while 126 locals acted and earned praise for lively portrayals. Proceeds amount undetermined but expected to aid city needs.
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Henry
Ila Fox
Universal Producers Company
Community Welfare League
Miss Fox
Community thanks for support after bereavement
We express gratitude to neighbors and friends who assisted us during our bereavement and for the floral offerings. Special thanks are due to Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Buwalda for their hospitality before and during the funeral services from Mrs. John Snellers and children.
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A. G. Buwalda
John Snellers
Automobile Burns Up on Highway No 63
A Plymouth sedan of the new series driven by Roy Brooke of Blakesburg was badly burned Sunday evening around 8 o clock on highway 63 between here and Otley. Mr and Mrs Brooke and their two children were returning from Des Moines. The car caught fire half way between Otley and this city and much of the mechanism and upper body were wrecked before extinguishment. The car was insured. Mr Brooke is the Plymouth Chrysler dealer at Blakesburg.
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Plymouth
Roy Brooke
Blakesburg
Highway 63
Here
Otley
Brooke
Des Moines
Democrats Meet Friday Evening in Pella and Erie Prairie
A large Democratic caucus gathered Friday night at the old city hall with W A Butts presiding and E V Goad elected secretary. The meeting selected 31 delegates for the county convention at Knoxville on March 18, allocating representation by ward and township. Officials and wards names listed, 27 Democrats attended, unity and rising enthusiasm noted as a statewide political surge anticipated.
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Pella
Erie Prairie Township
W. A. Butts
E. V. Goad
Knoxville
R.epresentation
Ed. Schakel
Newt
van Maren
A. B. van Zante
John Heerema
Jacob Plender
Edward van Zante
Jno. Hasselman
J. P. de Gook
G.’ Synhorst
Effie Stubenrauch
H. H. Sadler
M. G. Slob
A. van Drimmelin
A. T. Vander Wal
Abe Ver Ploegh
Bernie Menninga
Wallace de Penning
James van Dusseldorp
Harold Thomassen
Leon Hackett
J. R. Palmquist
Lake Prairie
James Steenhoek
William Vande Voort
J. E. Ver Ploeg
P. Slykord
Arie Bogaards
Con Ver Ploeg
Harvey Cashier Seeks County Auditor Nomination
William J. Johns of Harvey announces his candidacy for county auditor on the Democratic ticket. Johns, cashier of the Harvey bank for years, is well known in Pella for his work with the Marion county Sunday school convention, and his candidacy is presented as worthy of consideration.
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The
Chronicle
William J. Johns
Harvey
Johns
Harvey Bank
Pella
Marion County
Notice of thanks for sympathy after death of mother
The family expresses gratitude to friends for services and tokens of sympathy during the illness and death of their mother, signed by the Ver Heal family.
Rietveld Farm House Destroyed By Fire North Of Town
The farm dwelling of D. J. Rietveld and his father J. D. Rietveld on rural route two burned with all contents. Origin unknown. fire reported about 1 30 p m while family was away. Mr A W Gysen at Graceland cemetery first alarmed others helped retrieve a piano as Ralph Grundman arrived to assist. D J Rietveld serves as Lake Prairie township assessor. son worked at O P Tire and Battery shop. mother at a community gathering. Property jointly owned and contents insured. The house was about two years old.
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D. J. Rietveld
A. W. Gysen
Graceland Cemetery
Ralph Grundman
Retirement of street bonds and city payroll cut approved
City Council Tuesday night approved retiring street improvement bonds totaling 1000 dollars plus interest on April 1. The light committee recommended no extra labor at the municipal plant, to be done by the regular force. A ten percent pay reduction for city employees was approved, but not for those under current contract. The council also voted to buy a carload of poles for electric line reconstruction and to close offices for former Mayor Gysbert Van Vliet’s funeral.
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Honor van Vliet
Fultz
Gysbert van Vliet
Foot Comfort Demonstration At Van Rees' Booterie
A Chicago foot specialist and Van Rees' Booterie expert will demonstrate foot care this Saturday, March 19. The event promises relief for any pain or long standing trouble and aims to help attendees achieve better foot comfort.
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van Rees’ Booterie
Chicago
Tragic suicide shocks Hollandale family on Lincoln street
John Snellers aged 52, of Hollandale, died by hanging at his Lincoln street home. Found by his son John R. after returning from school, the salute of neighbors and Mrs. Snellers followed. Ill health and a past wagon accident are cited as factors. funeral held at A. G. Buwalda home with interment in Oakwood cemetery.
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John Snellers
Lincoln Street
Snellers
Pella
Hollandale
Minn
Holland
America
Bethel
Jacob van Dyke
Alice
Gertrude
John R
Herman Snellers
Cordova
William van Dyke
Anne Hall
John Kersbergen
Gerrit
Jake Snellers
A. G. Buwalda
Main Street
Rev. G. Menning
John Synhorst
Flor Geurts
Ed. Vos
John Hasselman
J. Hesselink
Oakwood Cemetery
Wetness Still A Revenue Source
A city column alludes to ward nicknames inspired by drunkenness and hints at publishing names of residents who visit the uptown liquor area next week. The piece notes multiple jail sentences for imbibing excess fluid and compares gossip to public notices, ending with Chronicle want ads as the result.
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Chicago
Fultz
Lindbergh
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L. M. Henry
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