Harding Wins Re election as Governor by Large Margin
Early returns showed Harding and Porter neck and neck with Porter leading briefly. Later results gave Harding a safe majority of over ten thousand, reversing a prior gloomy Republican forecast. Congressional results indicated Republicans likely gained control of the House by a substantial margin and the Senate remained closely contested.
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L. Harding
Porter
Lafe Young
Harding
Jim Fierce
Harting
House of Representatives
Senate
Michigan
Henry Ford
Truman
Newberry
Idaho
New Mexico
House
Sugar allowance rules tighten as November set
The food administrator reports sugar sales across October show a few violators mainly due to rule misunderstandings. Some families bought extra for canning and from Chicago catalogue houses. these purchases will be charged to November allowances. Notices warn that overuse will cut off supply, with November set at three pounds per person.
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Chicago
Pella
Bas
Flu Situation in Pella Under Quarantine Beginnings
The flu developed in Pella with seven families affected and six new cases. The Board of Health met Wednesday evening and decided that if no more cases appeared the quarantine would be in force until Monday morning. The school was to remain closed during quarantine. One new case was reported.
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Board of Health
War Department urges enlistment in Army Training Corps schools
Telegraph orders from the War Department list colleges enabling units of the Army Training Corps to recruit men. High school graduation not required. Enlistees gain free board clothing and tuition plus $30 monthly pay. Promising cadets proceed to officers training schools. applicants apply to their chosen school. J W Neal Captain U S A Ret Dist Inspector.
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War Department Committee On
War Department
Eighth District
Army Training Corps
United States Army
J. W. Neal
U. 8. A. Ret. Dist
Seed corn surplus noted in Mahaska county survey
The Mahaska county seed corn census nears completion with about ninety five percent of farmers reported as well supplied for next season. Some Cedar township hail damage left limited seed there, but overall the county is praised for producing the best seed in the country per the Oskaloosa Globe.
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Mahaska County
Cedar Township
Mahaska
Oskaloosa Globe
Lecture Course Delayed by Quarantine Changes
The Redpath-Vawter Management postpones the Weber Maje Quartette from November 7 due to quarantine. If rescheduled, they will be secured later. otherwise a comparable entertainment will be arranged. First number now is Alton B. Packard on November 22, cartoonist and lecturer. Tickets will be sold when the quarantine ends.
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Redpath-Vawter
Ister di
Alton B. Packard
Packard
Y. M
War Work Drive Announced For Next Week
A community drive to support the Y M C A and other war work organizations is set to begin next Monday. The full page notice urges generous giving, noting large apportionments but emphasizing the extensive effort and the gratitude of soldiers at the front. Local readers are urged to contribute and strive to surpass previous efforts, with hopeful words about going “over the top” in fine shape.
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Y. MC. A
Pella
Four boys return from Bows county to take mill duties
Four boys came in from Bows county yesterday to take positions at the mill, signaling a small shift in local labor.
Pella Voters Endorse Wilson Amid Quiet Campaign
In a calm election at Pella voters backed Wilson while Vander Ploeg defeated Jones for Representative by a narrow margin. The governor race swung Porter over Harding, reflecting waning Harding support in Marion County where Porter led 2126 to 1427 for a 699 vote majority.
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Pella
Europe
Halla
Congress
W. G. Vander Ploeg
G. J. Jones
Vander Ploeg
Lake Prairie Township
Meredith
Porter
Harding
Marion County
U. 8
Wmenyon
Chas R. Key
Claude R. Porter
W. Len
J.C. Mu
Givner
Joseph Meyer
Cc. C
W. Revadid Lig
Erit
B. Cr Kite
Wee T. di Eae Ee Ind
Ay Hep Nage
BSI
N. Hays
Russell
W. Q. Aais
Wah
Central College Welcomes New Teacher Prof Heemstra
Monday morning Prof Jacob Heemstra began as head of the Department of Education and Psychology at Central College. Born in Boyden and raised by pioneer Sioux County parents, he graduated Hope College in 1910 and earned a theology degree after study at Princeton Theological Seminary.
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Jacob Heemstra
Central College
Sioux County
Ows
Pella
Heemstra
Boyden
Orange City Classical Academy
Hope College
Darton
Washington
Houdini
Sioux Center
Princeton Theological Seminary
New Jersey
Western Theological Seminary
Holland
Mich
Trinity Reformed Church
Chicago
Pastor Heemstra Joins Central College as New Leader
During four years as pastor he pursued philosophy studies at the University of Chicago. Heemstra brings a worthy record, keen mind, and healthy body to Central College, promising to uphold the college's educational and Christian ideals. His success is already assured.
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University of Chicago
Heemstra
The Price We Pay for War Sacrifices and Support
Citizens reflect on the cost of war as families endure losses and lifelong wounds. The piece urges neighborly aid to grieving households, emphasizes debt of gratitude to servicemen and families, and posits a hopeful, peaceful future where heroism is recognized and compensated.
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Mouning
Leon
Pella Man Becomes Mayor of Tingley Town
Jimmy Ver Ploeg son of Abr Ver Ploeg of Pella now serves as mayor of Tingley Tows filling an unexpired term. He runs the local telephone exchange and is expected to fulfill the duties with credit to himself and the town.
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Jimmy” Ver Ploeg
Abr
Ver Ploeg
Tingley
Tows
James
Jeredit
Accident at Garden City Feeder Works Ends in Serious Injury
C Olivier Hart, employed at the Garden City Feeder works, suffered a severe fall while helping to roof a building. He stepped backward near an edge and plunged about twenty feet before striking a 2x6 plank. He sustained multiple broken ribs but no internal injuries were found by the doctor.
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C. Silvier
Garden City
Olivier
Young Settled at Camp Meigs in Washington DC
A soldier writes from Camp Meigs on Nov 3 1918 describing daily life. He notes men from many states, duties of quartermasters and room orderlies, inspections, and time off in Washington with a YMCA presence and Sunday letters home. He mentions voting opportunities and diverse nationalities among troops.
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Camp Meigs
Washington, D. C
Chronicle
Iowa
Connecticut
Michigan
Arkansas
North Dakota
Washington
Kentucky
New Jersey
New York
Alabama
Montana
Grand Rapids
Mitch
P. Spéeerstra
France
M. C
the Army
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