Leighton notes and community happenings detailed
Miss Bertha Roorda spent time with Mae and Artie Klaaren in Eddyville. J R Van Zee of Pella visited the G Van Zee home. The De Haan farm barn is being built by the Roose and Van Gorp carpenters. Rev Ruissart preached at Ebenezer Church. Measles reported locally. A baby boy born to Mr and Mrs A Van Roekel. M D Wells Co ends shoe manufacture and clears stock at cost starting March 30 for ten days at M M De Reus. Lena Tysseling attended a Pella social. Nick Meppelink visited Pella. A baby boy born to Mr and Mrs A Vander Lune. Lewis Sedrel visited from Bussey. Lewis Van Roekel in Pella. City election passed quietly. Dr Howe re-elected mayor. Ethel Tener to Jacob L Grandia wed near Tracy March 22. will live west of Leighton. Congratulations to the couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Roorda
Mae
Artie Klaaren
Eddyville
J. R. van Zee
Pella
G. van Zee
Roose and van Gorp
A. van Roekel
M. D. Wells Co
M. M. de Reus
Lena Tysseling
First Reformed Church
Nick Meppelink
Neal Sederal
Tracy
Ethel Tener
Jacob L.grandia
Leighton
Family and friends visit in Olivet and nearby towns
RED BRUSH J C Nossaman and family spent Sunday with relatives in Olivet Miss Anna Top of Olivet spent a few days last week with her uncle Mr H De Geest and family Mrs Harry Wilson spent Saturday with her sister Mrs F L Wilson Edward Gelderbloom and wife of Haden Colorado spent last week visiting friends and relatives in this vicinity Mr Conrad Ver Ploeg spent Thursday evening at the H De Geest home Harry De Cook of Pella spent Saturday and Sunday with his sister Mrs Alex De Geest Cornelius and Anne De Geest spent Sunday with their cousins Stephen and Jessie De Geest J P Top and family visited at the Henry De Geest home Thursday Miss Katie De Geest spent Wednesday with her friend Werle Sytsma
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Nossaman
Olivet
Anna Top
H. de Geest
Harry Wilson
F. L. Wilson
Edward Gelderbloom
Haden
Colorado
Conrad Ver Ploeg
Harry de Cook
Pella
Alex de Geest
Cornelius
Anne de Geest
Stephen
Jessie de Geest
J. J. Top
Henry de Geest
Katie de Geest
Werle Sytsma
Car Collision Near Orange City Injures Two
Mr and Mrs D Bogaard and Mr Boghair escaped serious harm when a horse bolted a buggy after a near miss as they drove toward Sioux Center. The wreck left occupants thrown and injured. Roghair transported them for care in town. Also noted: Mr and Mrs T H Muilenburg observed their fortieth anniversary at home after marrying in 1871 at Pella. Muilenburg long led poultry, produce and creamery ventures and served as church organist for over 25 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Bogaard
John Boghair
Sioux Center
Mr. Bogaard
Baptist Church Vocal Service Planned for Sunday Evening
On request of the pastor Rev Bailey Prof Groet will sing Ora Pro Nobis at the Sunday evening service. Miss Carrie Cox will accompany on the pipe organ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey
Groet
The
Baptist Church
Misa Carrie Cox
Hatchery profits urged in farmer poultry note
From FGC0S for hatching the note discusses raising poultry for profit and invites readers to send for more guidance. The fragment references B C R J Whites and aRigo poultry, indicating a wartime or early agricultural advice context and a call to action for those seeking to start or expand poultry ventures.
Memorial Monument Ordered for Pella Civil War Heroes
The memorial monument for Civil War heroes in Pella Park was ordered by the purchasing committee led by Mr. Harry Keables and Mrs. Dennis, Todd, Grundman, Cox and Van Doren. McCall marble works will deliver by May 16, with an unveiling planned for May 30, 1911, as the G A R Circle organizes a large ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Keables
Mesdames
G. A. R. Circle
Pella
PEACE IN MEXICO IN 10 DAYS
Francisco Madero Sr predicts peace talks start within ten days and a broader peace in thirty, while the war department orders broad mobilization. Madero Sr and Jr met with Mexican figures, De La Barre heads toward Mexico City, and rumors of President Diaz’s resignation circulate but are denied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Mexico
Francisco Madero
War Department
de la Barre
Washington
Mexico City
Drax
Gifted young women to return with violin readings
Delight of attainment expressed for these gifted young women who will be with us again. In addition to violin and piano, members and some young people including Binga Dutek and Miss Wilson will contribute readings. A royal welcome is planned for Friday, April 7 with two cent tickets and reserved seats at 85.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Binga Dutek
Gong
Dennis Buys G Van Rees Pool Hall In Split Deal
Eugene Dennis becomes owner of the G Van Rees pool hall after a deal last week. Fixtures from the Jersey Cafe move to the Jersey Cafe space and an opening will connect the two rooms to create a twelve table billiard parlor. Dennis aims to finish repairs and offer one of the region’s finest pool halls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Dennis
G. van Rees
van Rees
Jersey Cafe
Dennis
Pwill
Dennin
Alton Marshal Shot in Fatal Depot Ambush
Sioux County Herald reports the Alton Marshal Joe Kashmitter was shot while on rounds near the depot. He died Monday morning after lingering from wounds. Suspects were arrested then released as the case unfolded. Funeral set for Thursday at St Mary’s Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Kashmitter
Alton
Marshall
Kashmitter
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Sioux County
College Glee Club Departs On Spring Vacation Trip
Central College Glee Club begins annual spring vacation journey after a snowy start in Mewburn. Despite cold and a brief setback, a modest crowd welcomed their performances in Minburn under Boosters, a group of thirty local young women raising funds for a public park. The club plans to return home late next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central College Glee Club
Mewburn
Minburn
Boosters
Genial Bob Cousins Energy Lacked in Perry Outlook
A column in the Register and Leader quotes Mr McLuen of Perry critiquing the aging Bob Cousins noted as barely past 50. It urges a fresh start, an introduction to Senator Bruce, and a three day investment of 150 dollars to revive his career, with Tribune praising his talent while urging renewal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce
Atlantic
The
Evening Tribune
Bob
Iowa
Tribune
Hand of Death Claims Ralph Adams in Wichita
Relatives in Wichita announce the death of Ralph Adams son of Mrs Eva Adams former Pella resident. After a prolonged bowel illness a surgical operation was attempted but too late. Mrs Adams and Miss Queene mourn a son and brother, described as industrious and highly regarded by acquaintances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Adams
Wichita
Kan
Eva Adams
Pella
Adams
Pioneer resident Mrs T J Tighclaar dies in South Pella
Mrs T J Tighclaar aged 79 years dies at home in South Pella on Sunday evening March 26. She leaves a husband four children and many relatives and friends. Funeral held Tuesday afternoon at 1 oclock conducted by Rev De Hey. Burial in the north cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Tighclaar
South Pella
Pella
De-Hey
Anterment
Mra-Maulenburg
Oklahoma
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. G. Vanderpol
Allen
A. S. Olmsted
LeRoy
N.Y
Langerak’s
Mrs. A. Vander Lune
Lewis Sedrel
Bussey
Lewis van Roekel
York OE
H. @ M. Paints
Orange City
B.C. R. J. Whites
Francisco Madero, Sr
Alton Marshal
College Glee Club
Hand OF Death
Sesaner
Sully
Tighclaar
Stubenrauch
Langerak’s Drug Store
Crown
Vander Linden
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