General Cleaning Day Proclaimed for May 7 1912 in Pella
City officials declare May 7 1912 as a day for general cleaning and beautifying all streets alleys and private lots. Residents urged to pile refuse curbside for dump removal by the city. manure ashes and tree trimmings excluded. Ashes may be dumped on extension street between first and second west. Local Board of Health rules to be enforced after May 7. H J Vanden Berg mayor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. H. J. Vanden Berg
Pella
Extension Street
First
Second West Street
Board of Health
H. J. Vanden Berg
Safety in Water Travel Calls for Stronger Oversight
A historical critique links the Iroquois Theater fire and the Titanic disaster to a push for universal life boat provision and stricter government inspection of ships. It argues that as shipping grows, unsafe vessels and desperate profits cause numerous wrecks on the Great Lakes and coasts, urging regulators to retire outdated ships and enforce safer navigation practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Cross Roads
Great Lakes
Holland adopts first patent law with 15 year term
Holland ends its lack of inventor protection as of the new year, adopting a patent law similar to other nations. A preliminary examination checks novelty and the patent life is set at fifteen years, per Popular Mechanics.
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Holland
Weather Report April 24 30 by John H Ver Steel
The report lists daily observations from April 24 and 30, credited to John H Ver Steel, Cooperative Observer for the Weather Bureau. Data includes temperature readings and atmospheric conditions typical of a 20th century weather summary.
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John H. Ver Steel
Weather Bureau
U. S
Department of Agriculture
Iowa conventions split as Clark backers gain control
The Iowa Democratic State Convention set for May 16 in Burlington gained a decisive edge for Clark supporters who surpassed the 617 delegate threshold. Republicans debate control of the Des Moines second convention after the June primary, with Dan Turner of Corning as temporary chairman and the fight over the state central committee intensifying. Senate race prospects center on Lafe Young versus W. S. Kenyon, while George W. Clark faces pressure to deliver Dallas County votes for Cummins amid insurgent resistance. N. S. Ketchum earns praise for statewide delegate connections and broad support from manufacturers and traders, amid looming nomination rival Cosnon.
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Burlington
Clark
National House
Fiftyfourth Regiment
Ottumwa
Cedar Rapides
Des Moines
Dan Turner
Corning
State Central Committee
Lafe Young
W. S. Kenyon
Cedar Rapids
Young
Geo. W. Clark
Adel
Dallas County
Cummins
Cosnon
J. S. Woodhouse
Farmers Say Wool Tariff Does Not Benefit Him
A farmer writes in Farm and Fireside arguing the wool tariff harms producers and laborers. He claims higher prices for woolen goods hurt workers, retailers, and farmers alike, noting price disparities between Detroit and Windsor and suggesting tariff removal would boost sales and lower costs for consumers.
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United States
Detroit
Windsor
Pella Plans Summer Band Concerts Directed by Geo Ramney
Pella ia will host Saturday evening band concerts this summer similar to last year. The old band remains but personnel changes mean some players cannot return. Merchants again support the subscription drive, maintaining last year’s contributions, ensuring a strong band and large concert crowds. Rehearsals continue as new pieces are prepared for the first concert likely next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella Ia
Geo. Ramney
The Fly Killer a Greater Hero Than the Giant-Killer
An article in Farm and Fireside extols the fly killer as a greater hero than the giant killer. It notes a single fly multiplying to a vast family in a season and claims killing seven flies at once prevents an immense future swarm. It urges boys and girls to begin spring fly killing to curb future numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm and Fireside
City urged to light Main street business district nights
A merchant proposes city funds better street lighting in the business district and on Main street. He urges lighting electroliers from eight to ten nightly on both sides, arguing the extra power cost is minimal and enhances business and town attractiveness as cheap advertising. He requests input from the Light Department manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Light Department
Weather Crop Bulletin Apr 28 1912 Des Moines IA
Des Moines Iowa week ending April 28 1912 reports nights cool with general frost and occasional freezing in northern counties. Light showers on the 25th and rain on the 28th affected southern and western sections. Seed ing nearly finished early potatoes planted, ground plowed for corn. Oats up with good stand, grass growing, stock in pasture, cherries and plums blooming in south. March cold wet damaged spring pigs. April pigs progress well. George M Chappell Section Director.
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Des Moines
Iowa
George M. Chappell
Candidate notices for Marion County school and board roles
Tam a candidate for Republican nomination for County Superintendent of Schools subject to the June primary. S. M. Carr, Swan Schools Principal and Chronicle editor, announces candidacy for county supervisor term starting January 1913, under June primary decision. Bert Richards, Chronicle editor, announces candidacy for County Superintendent of Schools in June primaries under Democratic voters decision Mae Goldizen.
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Marion County
Tam
S. M. Carr
Swan Schools
the Chronicle
Board of Supervisors
Bert Richards
Editon Chronicle
Mae Goldizen
Will Pella Celebrate Fourth of July Plan
Local debate centers on whether to stage a large Fourth of July celebration in Pella. Fundraising efforts faltered as some merchants opposed the idea, prompting calls for a strong commercial association to decide, finance, and organize a well run event or consider alternatives like a Home Coming week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Bakker
Freight Car Robber Killed by Detective at Oskaloosa
Howard Burton a 45 year old freight car robber was killed Saturday night in Oskaloosa during a beer heist. Detective Willisbhe Mehan of the Minneapolis & St. Louis railway shot Burton after a struggle. Mehan surrendered and was later found not guilty at the hearing. The case ends a six week spree of refrigerator car robberies in Oskaloosa and Albia with whisky beer and provisions among the spoils.
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Howard Burton
Oskaloosa
Willisbhe Mehan
Minneapolis & St. Louis Railway
Mehan
Albia
Burton
Death notice for John Todd of Delmont Colorado
Jacob Todd last week received word that his brother John Todd died in Delmont Colorado the previous Wednesday. He was 67 and a former Pella resident. He leaves a wife and three daughters. Todd could not attend the funeral due to late notification.
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Jacob Todd
John Todd
Delmont
Colorado
Mr. Todd
Pella
M E Church Notes and Conference Opening
Rev C V Hulse of Central College to preach both services next Sunday at the M E Church while Rev Caughlen fills Harvey. The General Conference of the M E churches opened Wednesday with Bishop W H Warren in Minneapolis and runs through the month.
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C. V. Hulse
Central College
M. E
Caughlen
Harvey
W. H. Warren
Minneapolis
Minn
Marion County Republican Candidate Declares Primary Bid
To the Republicans of Marion County I will be a candidate for Representative in the General Assembly of Iowa subject to Republican voters decision at the June 1912 primary Cam Culbertson announces his bid.
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Marion County
General Assembly
Iowa
Cam
Culbertson
Record of extreme seasons and political chaos across the nation
The passage cites an era of extreme weather with a cold winter following a hot summer, notes a major ocean disaster, and critiques the ongoing harsh presidential campaign as the dirtiest ever seen. It frames these as record breaking times.
College notes feature organ and piano recitals this month
Pipe organ recital by Guy Churchill on May 21 precedes piano recital by Carl Hill on May 28. Misa Sorenson conducted chapel last week, Prof Bailey sang Marguerite, Miss Finley played a Weber rondo, with Mr Sadler on second piano. Gospel meeting led by Prof Wagner, and a tough Musical History exam. Cecile Mincks left for Seymour, summer prospects look good. Central-Still ball reversed 9 to 8 in favor. crowd enjoyed the game. Mrs Carl Hillyer arrived from Sebatha to stay with Mr Coppoe.
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Guy Churchill
Carl Hill Iyer
Misa Sorenson
Bailey
Marguerite
Finley
Weber
Sadler
Wagner
Cecile Mincks
Seymour
Reed
Ladies Glee Club
Conservatory
Still Triumphs Over Des Moines Rule Doctors in Windy Clash
Central's baseball team edged the Des Moines Rule Doctors 9 to 8 after a windy miscue-filled game. Heine homered in the eighth, Rhynsburger and Williams delivered clutch hits, and a late surge secured the win as fans roared. van Zante and van Spancken contributed pitching, with Aachenbrenner and Churchill among the scorers.
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Central
Des Moines
Heine
van Zante
van Spanckeren
Aachenbrenner
Churchill
Aschenbrenner
Rhynsburger
Williams
Central Ladies Glee Club Pleases Harvey
The Central College Ladies Glee Club directed by Prof. Herbert M. Bailey gave a pleasing concert at the Harvey Methodist church. The crowded building applauded each number as Mrs. Anna Bailey sang soprano solos, Edna Webster read selections, and Grace Finley played piano solos. A luncheon followed by the Ladies Aid Society for the club.
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Ladies Glee Club
Central College
Herbert M. Bailey
Harvey
Anna Bailey
Edna Webster
Grace Finley
Ladies Aid Society of the Church
Road dragging complaints prompt county inquiry in Pella
Local readers complain as trustees appoint Geo Liter as drag superintendent with hired contractors on various roads. Reports find several routes, including Monroe to 4 mile, New Sharon east of town, Sully north, and Pella to Des Moines river untouched or rough. Calls for County Attorney review and attention to Main Street drainage and maintenance.
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Geo. Liter
Monroe
Erig
Pella
G. T. H. Klein
New Sharon
Jno. Gosselink
Sully
Elk Creek
Lake Prairie Township
Jno. Grundman
Des Moines River
Knoxville
A. W. DeBruin
Welsh case before grand jury dismissed for lack of evidence
The case of Chas. Welsh, presented to the grand jury by Justice Rhynsburger, was heard on Tuesday and dismissed for lack of evidence. Reported today that he will be tried on the charge of inebriety with about a dozen Pel la witnesses subpoenaed to testify before the grand jury today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Welsh
Rhynsburger
Pella
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the Weather Report
Dueaday
Suse SP
Des Moines, Ia
Todd
M. BE. Church Notes
College
Carl Hillyer
Sebatha
Kansas
Mr. Coppoe
Miss Rudd
Still
Central Ladies Glee Club
Campbell
van der Linden
W. J. Campbell
Luke van der Linden
H. J. van Vliet
W. H. Fowler
P.H. Kuyper
A. C. van Houweling
Edd. van Gorp
The
Star Auto Co
J. C. DeBruin
Ra Bogard
Rev. C. Multer
B. van Beynum
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