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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1909
Page
10
Two girls discuss a lawn party and outfits when a masculine voice asks for a number. After being told the line is busy the caller persists and jokes that he is on a clothes line. The Traveler credits the humorous exchange.
A large blaze consumed the Mendenhall Furniture Factory at High Avenue and D Street in Oskaloosa on Saturday evening. The building was reduced to ashes with an estimated loss of $25,000. The fire started in oily rags and spread rapidly before firefighters arrived, destroying the furniture ware and shop.
Fire gutting a brick and wood structure owned by H. H. Sheriffe and housing Ezra Mendenhall's furniture company. The blaze, reported by Herald, caused total destruction with insurance covering the building loss. The incident implicates a local attorney and a known furniture business in the community.
Edgar Brown of Fairmount was at home when a Friday evening lightning strike hit the northwest corner, igniting a fire confined to an upstairs bedroom. Bedclothes and clothing were destroyed, including a never worn new suit belonging to Mr. Brown.
The remains of Ansel Briggs, Iowa’s first governor, were moved from Prospect Hill Cemetery to Andrews, Iowa. The transfer occurred after his burial there for 28 years, marking a new resting place for the early state leader.
Misses Margaret Van Niewaal Cornelia DeCook and Joyce Lapham hosted a seniors party Tuesday night at Miss Van Niewaal’s home, with guests from the senior class in attendance.
A bountiful repast and delightful hour followed the Philo show praised as a great success for entertainment and a $25 net. Dr and Mrs Garrison hosted faculty members Tuesday night in an informal restful social gathering. Seniors proceed with dignified air in caps and gowns.
Van Maren's advertises a mower sharpening service promising to grind and adjust old lawn mowers so they cut like new for a charge of fifty cents. The compact sales blurb targets cost-conscious homeowners seeking upkeep.
The program outlines a two day event with devotional exercises, round table, addresses by Rev. Fitch and others, committee appointments, and evening offerings. Friday continues with workshops led by A L Maddy and Prof. Jay A Lapham, followed by reports, elections, and further talks on improving Sunday schools.
In the June American Magazine Hug S Fullerton recounts a notable incident from a twenty inning game where Jimmy Slagle helped Chicago avert defeat, describing a decisive moment that showcased resilience and skill in extreme marathon play.
In a tense Chicago battle with Philadelphia, Slagle saved a run in the eighteenth inning by snagging a line drive while his right hand was stuck in his pocket. He freed the hand after leaping and catching the ball, then resumed chewing tobacco as the crowd cheered the Cubs.
The Iowa Health Bulletin reports Congress seeking 3000 dollars to fund a child welfare expert and a possible bureau under Interior. A Nebraska wife cites hog-raising as a contrast to government aid for her boy, while Star Bethlehem appears again in the night sky. Simon Douwstra attended his father in law's funeral in Pella after visiting Hospers, where his wife’s father, D A De Haan, was ill.
Legal notice states a proof of will is on file with the District Court clerk in Marion County Iowa. The instrument remains of record in the court office and is subject to probate procedures under Iowa law. The notice serves to inform interested parties of the filing and potential rights to contest or participate in the probate process.
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