Community Notices From Ottumwa and Nearby Towns
Miss Henrietta Cole of Ottumwa attended the funeral of her uncle Sam F. Cole last Friday. Harriet Helt of Des Moines visited her mother Mrs J W Helt over the weekend. Andrew Klyn of the University of Town spent three days at home last week. Miss Martha Intveld of Muskegan Michigan is visiting relatives and friends.
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Henrietta Cole
Ottumywa
Sam F. Cole
Harriet Helt
Des Moi
J. W. Helt
Andrew Klyn
University of Town
Martha Intyeld
Muskesean
Michigan
Des Moines Families Gatherings and Quarantine Notice
Des Moines residents Anna and Harry spent Sunday at the D C Thomas home. Mrs Nora Scholte hosted dinner for Mrs T W Cox Mrs Sally De Cook and Hattie Van Cleave. HH Niefert Dwaine of Moulton Iowa visited B Blommers home. Mildred Vander Linden and friend visited Des Moines. G Van Viiet visited. Mrs Roy Andeweg and Logan are quarantined at home for scarlet fever. Roy and his little daughter stay with his parents Mr and Mrs B Andeweg.
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Anna
Harry
Des Moines
D. C
Renaud
C. G. van Viiet
Roy Andewee
Logan
Roy
Mes
B. Andeweg
Clements Seeks State House Seat in Marion County
L R Clements announces candidacy for State Representative in Marion County. he will seek the Democratic Primary on June 6, 1938, asserting the experience from the last Legislature will benefit citizens if elected.
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Marion County
L. R. Clements
County Auditor Candidate Speech Cited By Voters
A reader notes a candidate for County Auditor in a Democrat party context. The message mentions voter support and a wish for transparency in the election process. No precise names, dates, or locations are provided.
Warren School Marks Years of Service Decline
A long article reflects on Warren school history from when William De Geus was a pupil with over 50 students to today’s mere five pupils from three families. It recalls Cornelius De Geus lineage, land history dating to 144% government purchase, and the original brick building on a widened site, now mostly sold.
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William de Geus
Warren School
Cornelius de Geus
Wai
Bogaard Seeks Democratic Board of Supervisors Nomination
Arie H. Bogaard announces candidacy for member of the Marion County Board of Supervisors. He urges Democratic voters to support him in the June primary, stating intent to seek the nomination subject to voter decision.
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Marion County
Board of Supervisors
Arie H. Bogaard
Brushy Bend School Through Years of Change Near Vande Voort Farm
The Brushy Bend school, later renamed, stood on the John Vande Voort farm quarters southwest of the site. In 1929 a photo noted ten pupils. today enrollment grows. Miss Ardella Grandia, daughter of Will and Mrs. Grandia, teaches and has completed all grammar grades without a miss or tardy.
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John Vande Voort
Brushy Bend
Cornelia Rus
Ardella Grandia
Will Grandia
Petty Thievery At Webster Ridge
Webster school faced petty theft after recess when a college aged stranger entered multiple cloak rooms looking for someone. People suspected he was a practice teacher or visitor before Miss Reuvers led her class out of the building.
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Webster
Described theft at school desk by two men in car
A man entered a student’s room then left with another man in a car with a Polk County license. On returning, Miss Reuvers found her desk rifled and her purse missing, suggesting they may be casing desks in local schools.
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Cess
Polk County
Allen's Five Cents to $1 Store Celebrates Fifth Year
Leonard Allen opened a variety store in Pella five years ago after moving from Tama to start his department store. The anniversary is announced to local shoppers as the business has steadily grown each year with rising success.
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Leonard Allen
Pella
Tama
Allen
Local Candidate Seeks Republican Primary Nomination for Treasurer
L F Bousquet announces candidacy for the office of Marion County Treasurer on the Republican ticket at the June primary. He seeks party support and outlines his aim to manage county finances and tax collection.
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Marion County
Ficket
L. F. Bousquet
Marion County Candidates Announce for Primary
Clarence Reading announces candidacy for Marion County Treasurer on the Democratic Ticket. J Rex Weddle is listed as a candidate for County Attorney on the Republican Ticket ahead of the June Primary.
Marion County Democratic Candidacy for Auditor Nomination
Hollis L. Bybee announces his candidacy on the Democratic ticket for the office of Auditor in Marion County. The filing signals focus on county finances and oversight within the local government.
Democrat Nomination Sought for Clerk of District Court
Don L Remy announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Clerk of the District Court subject to voters will at the June primary.
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Don L
Remy
County Recorder Candidate Wilhelmina Wilke Named on Democratic Ticket
The county recorder race features Wilhelmina Wilke on the Democratic ticket as voters prepare for the January primary election. She faces likely competition and calls for record-keeping reform.
Democratic Sheriff Nomination Bid by Paul J Grundman
A candidate announces on the Democratic ticket seeking nomination for the office of sheriff subject to voters at Paul J Grundman.
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Paul J. Grundman
Advertising belief supports ongoing business growth
Mr. Allen emphasizes regular, systematic advertising as a key asset in business and the Chronicle wishes him continued success as he starts another year.
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Allen
the Chronicle
Notice to Lake Prairie Twp Taxpayers on Homestead Exemption
Assessor Alonzo Ver Plokg announces he will be at Marion County State Bank Saturday afternoon March 19 to aid taxpayers in applying for Homestead Tax Exemption, especially for those moving into new homes.
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Marion County State Bank
Alonzo Ver Plokg
L. P. Two
Dick Daring's Bag of Tricks Free Trick Book Offer
A promotional offer invites boys and girls to visit the Chronicle office to receive a free copy of Dick Daring's Bag of Tricks. The guide promises 62 puzzling tricks with Quaker Oats trademarks and explains how to obtain the book from different package combinations.
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Chronicle
Dick Daring
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