Murder on Skunk River Rocks Middleworth Death
Bob Middleworth, 62, was found fatally wounded and burned after a cottage fire near the South Skunk River. Coroner to hold inquest Monday at 10.00 am as county authorities seek two suspected assailants. A shotgun and signs of struggle noted. motive unclear. Funeral set for May 8 at 2:30 pm in Forest Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midleworth
Howard Wilcox
Mahhaska
Middleworth
Bob
Wilcox-Garland-Wilbur Chapel
Forest Cemetery
Oskaloosa Herald
Bob” Middleworth
Ed Nugent
Skunk
EB. B. Wilcox
D. Ed Henley Beieves
Wilcox
Wymore
New Sharon
Pella Falls To Monroe In Openers Baseball Game
Pella high school opened its baseball season with Monroe winning 12 to 8. Monroe led early and held the advantage despite a late Pella rally in the sixth. Pitcher Pickle Van Doorninck improved after rough starts. Andy Butts stole three bases. Umpire Del De Haan received approval from spectators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Monroe High School
Monroe
Pickle van Doorninck
Laurence Lautenbach
Tracy
Neal Ver Heul
Andy Butts
Sack
Johnson
Butts
van Doorninck
Lee Lautenbach
van Niewaal
Aneforce
del de Haan
New Pastor for Pella Welcomed at Second Christian
Rev. H Walkotten of Grand Rapids Michigan has accepted the pastorate of the Second Christian Reformed church in Pella. The church has been without a pastor since Rev. G G Haan’s resignation several months ago and looks forward to his arrival. The new minister has not yet visited the city but is expected to begin work soon and may become a valued member of the local community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Walkotten
Grand Rapids
Mich
G. G. Haan
Star Auto Co Amends Capital Stock at Pella Meeting
At a regular stockholders meeting in Pella Iowa on January 14 1921 the Star Auto Co adopted an amendment to Article Three increasing authorized capital stock from 10000 to 50000 dollars. President P H Van Gorp and Secretary F Le Coca signed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Auto Co
Pella
Iowa
P. H. van Gorp
F. le Coca
Seed for pumpkin growers at Farmers' Co-operative and factory
Notice to pumpkin growers announces free seed for the season. Seed distribution points include the Farmers' Co operative uptown office and the Pella Canning Co factory. A Verploeg serves as superintendent.
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Canning Co
Farmers’ Co-operative
Up Town
Pella Canning CO
A. Verploegh
Fire destroys home as robbery motive unclear
Middleworth was rushed to the Ab bott hospital where treatment was rendered. There's no way of telling whether robbery was the motive, for the house was completely destroyed by the blaze and evidence of theft has disappeared. Some change remained when he was found.
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Middleworth
Abbott Hospital
Pentecostal Sermon The Outpouring Spirit Sunday Service
Church notes announce a 7:30 p m Sunday Pentecostal sermon on The Outpouring of the Holy Spirit citing Joel 2 28 29.
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Joel
First Reformed Church Observes Fathers Day Service
The First Reformed Church will observe Father’s Day next Sunday evening at seven thirty. The choir, led by Mr. Sadler, will include 35 fathers and feature the Greaters twins singing Like as a Father. Attendees are invited to wear a flower for father and join in worship.
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Mr. Sadler
Choir to Sing Anthems at Baptist Church Next Sunday
The Baptist Church invites all to attend services next Sunday. In the morning the choir will sing the anthem O Mother Dear Jerusalem and in the evening an anthem titled Gentle Holy Savior. Also a hymn anthem will be performed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerusalem
Second Reformed Church Plans Antiphonal Pentecost Service
The Second Reformed Church revival of an ancient antiphonal custom will return Sunday evening with two choirs, one in the organ loft and one in the gallery, alternating singing and response. In the morning, the choir will perform the anthem How lovely are thy Messengers and the pastor will preach a Whitsuntide Pentecost sermon.
Pentecostal Sermon Sets Tone for First Christian Reformed Notices
The notice previews a Pentecostal sermon emphasizing the Holy Spirit’s outpouring as vital to the church, in contrast to other movements. It notes the day’s underrepresentation in worship and calls readers to attend next Lord's Day evening for a discussion across several phases, inviting all interested believers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First
Christian Reformed Church
Christ
Subect
May Organize Boy Scouts in Pella This Year
A movement to form a Boy Scout troop in Pella is under consideration for the near future. Some years have passed without such an organization in town, and many men seek to provide proper training for boys. The main hurdle is finding a leader who can devote sufficient time. The idea was discussed at a recent Chamfer meeting seeking financial backing.
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Pella
Voy. Wen
Fox cubs exhibited after nest found west of town
A group consisting of W. H. Vander Ploeg J. H. Cochrane Rey A. C. Droz and Jake Van Zante found five young foxes west of town. The cubs were captured alive and displayed in the Ideal Pharmacy window. Bidding led to Herman Bruinekool purchasing them for pets. Reverend Droz's friends joke the foxes may prompt a sermon about small harms.
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W. H. Vander Ploeg
J. H. Cochrane
Rey
A. C. Droz
Jake van Zante
Ideal Pharmacy
Herman Bruinekool
Rev. Droz
Masons Visit Knoxville Lodge for West Grand Master Visit
On Monday evening about twenty Pella Masons visited Oriental Lodge No. 61 in Knoxville to meet Grand Master Jesse West of Des Moines. The group, the largest visiting delegation from Pella, observed a third degree exemplification, heard a George Washington Memorial fund briefing, and enjoyed plentiful refreshments. Grand Master West spent the night in Knoxville and left early for Des Moines to continue his duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Oriental Lodge No. 61
Knoxville
Jesse West
Des Moines
West
George Washington Memorial
Alexandria
Washington
Oriental Lodge
Milk talk at high school urges pure, lime rich diet
A Thursday evening meeting at the high school auditorium featured Miss Emory of the State Agricultural College lecturing on Pure Food and the benefits of milk for bones and teeth. The talk stressed choosing pure fresh milk, and noted tuberculosis risks in cattle and testing programs in Marion County. Superintendent Frush announced a plan to provide milk to younger pupils, with early trials hoped to expand after observed health and education gains.
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State Agricultural College
Tusseling
Farm Bureau
Emory
C. M. Gilson
Marion County Fair
Tysseling
Marion County
F. M. Frush
Public Schools
Pel- Ja
Fountain Gift to Central College by Vander Linden
Mrs A N Vander Linden donates a drinking fountain to Central College for the new Ladies Dormitory in memory of her mother. The fountain, ordered by A J Ten Hagen, is hoped to arrive in time for installation before commencement for the benefit of the college and its students.
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A. N. Vander Linden
Central College
A. J. Ten Hagen
Special stockholders meeting of Pella National Bank
Notice is hereby given that a special meeting of the stockholders of the Pella National Bank will be held at its banking house in Pella Iowa Monday May 28 1921 between the hours of one and three p m for the purpose of electing one director. H P Scholte, Cashier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella National Bank
Pella
Iowa
H. P. Scholte
College Notes and Summer Plans At Local Chapel
Mr and Mrs Lauterbach spoke at Chapel sharing talks on work and travel. Loyde Hillyer piano recital May 24 with commencement concert June 11 and commencement day June 15. Seniors entertained Juniors at dinner Friday. Mrs Liggett hosted Thursday afternoon with about thirty guests. The male and ladies glee clubs excelsior club and college orchestra will appear at the commencement concert. Rich Waddy Boost and pals visited Pauls camp Saturday. The Greaters twins sang at First Reformed church Sunday evening. Rev Banker conducted chapel Monday. Mr Sadler to teach this summer. Summer program welcomes all grades with emphasis on early learning. Van Zante played The Irish Jig at Chapel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loyde Hillyer
Banker
Sadler
van Zante
Death of Laporte City Father of Mrs Waechter
John McQuilken aged 78 died at his Laporte City Iowa home on May 5 1921 after a stroke two weeks earlier. Mrs G H Waechter of this city was with him until death and attended the funeral in LaPorte City Sunday. He is survived by his wife one son and six daughters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McQuilken
G. H. Waechter
Laporte City
Iowa
Keokuk Bros Funeral Attendance Noted
Mr and Mrs D Hynes traveled to Keokuk on Monday afternoon to attend the funeral services for a family member. The fragmentary report mentions the trip and attendance but lacks full details on the deceased or the ceremony.
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D.hynes
Keokuk
The Advertisement on Page Siz Reads Farmers National Bank
An advertisement appears on the page mentioning Farmers National Bank within a financial notice. It highlights banking services and local business support, signaling promotional copy placed in the periodical.
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Siz
Rmers
National Bank
Raised check ruse by Glen Stilwell foiled in Pella area
A 19 year old, Glen Stilwell of Searsboro attempted to pass a $360 check in payment for a Ford car, using a false name G. Stilwell and a fictitious debt to Bill Swarchardy. Star Auto Co and Justice of the Peace questioned him, suspense over until Mr Andringa confirmed the deception and took the check. Andringa then filed action in Mahaska County New Sharon Justice Court for the involved raise.
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Glen Stilwell
Searsboro
Pella
Star Auto Co
Star Auto Company
G. W. Andringa
Pella National Bank
Bill Swarchardy
Andringa
Tainter
LeCocq
The
Justice of the Peace
G. van Vliet
Mr. Andringa
van Vilet
Swarchardy
Stilwell
Mahaska
New Sharon
Corn sale clears surplus at Pella stores
A special sale of sweet corn in Pella last week reduced the Pella Canning Company surplus by about 500 to 600 cases. Local grocers all carried the corn and many businesses displayed it in their windows to advertise the event.
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Pella
Weddings Tie Couple From Oskaloosa in Pella Ceremony
Miss Bess Brom and Mr. Herbert Hunter from Oskaloosa were married at the First Methodist parsonage in Pella. The ceremony Friday evening at 6 o'clock was officiated by Rev. L. A. Swish ed, with Miss Martin Brom of Oskaloosa attending.
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Pella
Bess Brom
Herbert Hunter
Oskaloosa
First Methodist Church
L. A
Martin Brom
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Bob" Middleworth
Osa
First Christian Reformed
First Reformed Church
Second Reformed Church
BOY ‘Scouts
Masons
College
Keokuk-To
Hunter-Brom
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