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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1910
Page
4
The editorial endorses D. G. Van Zante for a second term as Marion County supervisor. It hails his past two years in office, business acumen, and prudent spending on bridges, noting his honesty conservatism and attention to future needs, urging voter support next month.
Allen Anderson of Knoxville, longtime Marion County resident and board member, seeks re election. Supporters praise his two years of service, familiarity with county needs, and qualifications, urging voters to back him and noting no reason to vote otherwise.
Lyman L. Bybee announces his candidacy for the vacant office citing insufficient time to reach many voters and seeking active support in this public notice. He signs the statement with his name.
Meyer Langerak, praised for business methods and public service as deputy clerk, is chosen without opposition as the Republican candidate for county clerk. He is described as esteemed, thoroughly concerned with public affairs, and with seven years in the deputy role, well qualified for the office. Supporters urge voters to back Mike.
Democratic candidate for county recorder, J E Long of Marion, born in Marion County in 1873, has lived there all his life. He left farming four years ago, ran Knoxville city gas plant last year, and spent five years as assessor in a Republican stronghold, showing strong character and local regard. He is well educated and morally sound, not an office seeker, and would serve Marion County well.
W. M. Kruger won the June primaries and became the Democratic standard bearer for Marion. The result confirms Kruger as the leading party candidate for the upcoming election in the district.
A local endorsement states Kroger has served nearly six years as city treasurer and proved himself competent and reliable. A staunch Democrat, he has supported the ticket since eligible voters first cast ballots. The letter urges Marion County voters to elect him to county treasurer, promising diligent, capable service.
College notes report Prof Bailey singing at chapel and a strong week for sports and clubs. Edna Webster visited Des Moines. Kirksville game 12 to 5 loss by the foot tall boys. Philo Alethian and Advance events, lecture course updates, and Conservatory student recitals noted. YWCA improvements praised while YMCA room questions arise. Chorus at chapel praised as extraordinary.
Harve Rhynsburger and his family relocated to Oskaloosa yesterday reducing Pella's population by four. Harve will work in produce there. Chronicle extends best wishes to the family as they settle in their new home.
The contractor began installing new water mains from the pumping station at Howell yesterday. A machine will aid the work and if all goes well 1,000 to 1,500 feet of mains will be laid daily.
Dr. Bailey the pastor will start a four Sunday series on the Fundamentals of the Church. A cordial invitation to all is extended to attend the services each Sunday evening.
C Bruinekool of Otley visited Pella and viewed the Carter Car on display at Star Garage. The encounter ended tragically as the attack proved fatal, and Bruinekool purchased the automobile. The community congratulates him on owning a fine local auto.
A garbled fragment from a local page hints at a vanished or wasted life and a mysterious betes reference. The legible bits reference a striking phrase about value and beauty, suggesting a human-interest note or oblique obituary fragment. The text remains uncertain but centered on loss and wonder.
Last Monday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs W S Riddle the Ep worth League and friends celebrated Halloween. About fifty attended as jack o lanterns lit red and white decorations. Migs Mamie Zaelke chaired the amusements and ghosts helped serve a dimly lit luncheon. Tennis Bieshaar and Catharine from Leighton attended by auto, saying they spent a delightful evening.
Walt Cote’s Origing Hot Blast Heater promises even warmth through cold weather. It keeps coal overnight and heats living rooms for two hours after sunrise by burning in the night. Prices start at $12.00.
In 1910 Omaha businessmen discuss endorsement of San Francisco over New Orleans for the Panama Canal celebration ex position. J B Haynes cites California opposition to Omaha efforts while R Miller of Omaha replies praising San Francisco climate beauty and public spirit as reasons to favor that city.
Charles M. Schwab declares support for San Francisco as the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition site and pledges Bethlehem Steel participation in armor and armament displays. Frank H. Hitchcock likewise favors San Francisco citing rebuilding progress and fundraising impact on the bid. San Francisco increases its bid to 17,600,000 in a broader push for the celebration.
Public auction to be held at our farm ten miles south of Prairie City and miles northwest of Percy on Thursday November 10 1910 beginning at 7 am. 32 head of horses and mules including spans of horse and mare mules and yearlings, standard bred mares, bay gelding, and Hail Cloud colts plus two sets of horse-drawn machinery and farm implements. Terms three six or nine months at simple interest or two percent off for cash with discounts for amounts over 1000.
The fragment lists Graham Stros as auctioneer and Hough G. Listie as clerk, with W.S Parker serving as advertising manager. Names appear alongside titles indicating a local auction house staff and roles.
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