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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1940

Page

2

An Appreciation of Pella Schools and Old Central

A rambling tribute to Pella’s school history, Central College and Old Central, honoring pioneers, educators, and church leaders. It recalls family ties, local figures, and the impact of Dutch‑American ancestors on the city’s educational and religious heritage.

Pella Old Central Earth van Aubergh Ted Nicholas The Dakota Browning Atta Krujer McIous America Samuel Francis Milla Palmer Baptist of Shiek Mee Petrine Redes Bie Michigan Pela Winesister Nherlands Holland Mich Hope College Franie Wis Lewina Seine 9 Nate Central College Pelle Dia i Pell Iowa In the Free Brave City of Refuge Central University of Town Reformed Church

It Did Not Cost Much to Start to Farm in 1850

A 19th century note explains how a young settler could begin farm life in 1850 with about 400 dollars for a home, 100 dollars for four acres and cabin, 70 dollars for tools, and stock plus basic provisions. It outlines a six month period of subsistence farming until a small crop could be raised.

Towa Cole Morio

Iowa Through the Years Is New Cole Book

Cyrenus Cole’s new volume Iowa Through the Years, the first in a history series, covers his life and Iowa history. The late author, born near Marion and long associated with Iowa politics, died November 1939 before completing the work.

Iowa Cyrenus Cole Yate Historical Society of Iown Towa Venus Cole Marion Cole Hia Pella Des Moines Porter Peraps Town State Historical Society Mr. Cole Black Hawk Lowa

Monona octogenarian spins yarn and knits at wheel

Wm the 76 year old Monona resident pursues an unusual hobby spinning yarn on an old fashioned wheel and then knitting his own socks.

Monona

Fire Destroys Tree From Gasoline Jug Blast

Genevieve Thompson stored a jug of cleaning gasoline under a tree near her Page County home. Sunday sun and heat caused the jug to explode, spraying gasoline on the tree which ignited and burned. No further injuries reported.

Genevieve ‘Thompson Page County

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