Todd couple mark fiftieth wedding anniversary in Pella
Mr and Mrs J W Todd celebrated their fiftieth anniversary with a noon feast at John De Cook’s home after their house burned. Eastern Star members and Masons presented gifts, with multiple community groups joining in. The Todds, lifelong locals, recalled pioneer days in Jefferson County and New Jersey roots, and plan to live in a new cottage after their Union House hotel years.
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J. W. Todd
John de Cook
Mr Todd
Pella Chapter No. 387
Order of the Eastern Star
Todd
Order
Pella Lodge No. 65
the Chronicle
Pella
Be Patriotic Knit Sweaters Demand for War Woolen Goods Rises
Iowa State College home economics division urges women to knit to meet government war contracts as mills shift 55 percent output to soldiers gear and could rise to 70 percent. many knitters already work in spare time while some resist joining the patriotic effort. standards must be followed to ensure proper sweaters scarves wristlets helmets and socks for soldiers.
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Uncle Sam
Iowa State College
Death of Hthel DeBruyn at 19 years in 1917
Hthel DeBruyn died at home on Huber street at 9 30 p m Tuesday November 13 1917 aged 19 years 8 months from tuberculosis her mother having died months earlier She is survived by her father and four alters Funeral services are set for Thursday at 1 30 pm at the home Interment will be at Oakwood cemetery
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Hthel DeBruyn
Huber Street
Nother
Oakwood Cemetery
College Bonds Reach $40 000 Short Course
The Central College building fund campaign yielded large returns with strong pledges from Pella and surrounding areas. A tenacious effort by farmers and townspeople supports the campus as a resource for future generations. Central College offers a 15 week short course from Nov 19 to Mar 15 to help train more college ready individuals for farm and community leadership. The note ends with a reverent memory of a faithful pastor and example of integrity as recounted by W. Bailey in Des Moines.
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Central College Building Fund
Pella
Tribute to Rev J P Bailey of Indiana Minister
On returning from my father Rev J P Bailey of Indiana funeral I write a simple tribute forty years in gospel ministry. He valued learning despite little schooling and sacrificed for his children. He advocated foreign missions within his Association amid dissent and remained trusted. He was a good man, unobtrusive and kind, with a high honor and rare wit.
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David
W. Bailey
Des Moines
Iowa
The
Baptist Record
J. P. Bailey
Indiana
Sadler
College of
Father
Y M C A Canvass For Soldiers At Front In Pella
The Y M C A canvass in Pella and Lake Prairie township raised 2000 of a 35000000 national drive to aid soldiers. Sixteen teams surveyed residents, finding broad support in city areas but some reluctance to give beyond minimal amounts. Respondents who bought Liberty bonds largely supported the local cause, while critics warned of enforcement if funds are withheld.
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Pella
Lake Prairie Township
Continuation Notice From Henry Bruinekool Blacksmith Shop
Henry J. Bruinekoos announces he has purchased the stock tools and shop of the P Bruinekool blacksmithing business and will continue it at the old stand. The business will keep the prior standards of fair dealing promptness and honesty inviting old customers to seek services in his line.
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P. Bruinekool Blacksmithing
Henry J. Bruinekool
Knights of Pythias district convention urged in Oskaloosa
Members of the K. of P. lodge are urged to attend the district convention in Oskaloosa on Friday evening November 23. Auto transportation will be provided free. Report to J. H. Reuvers.
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K. of P. Lodge
Oskaloosa
J. H. Reuvers
Marion County Farm Bureau Elects Officers at Knoxville Meeting
The Marion County Farm Bureau organized at the Knoxville courthouse with Paul Harp elected president. Officers include W. A. Hollowell as vice president, S. L. Walker treasurer, Rouze Hunter secretary, and a board of directors from Union, Red Rock, Summit, Lake Prairie, Polk, Washington, Pleasant Grove, Knoxville, Liberty, and other areas. No directors from Swan or Perry due to no members there.
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Marion County Farm Bureau
Court House
Knoxville
McDonald
Ames
Paul Harp
W. A. Hollowell
S. L. Walker
Rouze Hunter
Union Two
Homer Clark
Red Rock
J. H. Templeton
Summit
A. Kool
Lake Prairie
T. D. Tice
Polk
J. M. Lane
Washington
W. G. Stevenson
Pleasant Grove
A. J. Cleveland
Franklin
S. B. Hudson
T. Harrington
Liberty
Rufus Feagins
Clay—Clark Loynacan
Indiana
Hugh Whitlatch
Dallas
W. A. Hallowell
Swan
Perry
Guaranty Bank
L. Walker
Knoxville Journal
Letter from Coach McWilliams to Central College friends
A transcription of a personal letter to Prof. G. F. Sadler from Coach McWilliams describes camp life, heavy work under Major Koehler at a West Point level, hopes for commissioning, and nostalgia for old Central College gatherings and meals. The writer notes the physical training, limited rest, and plans to visit or hear how the club progresses.
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G. F. Sadler
Coach McWilliams
Central College
Koehler
West Point
Chronicle
Cantonments
the Central
School Notes Reflect Busy Year At Bussey High
Naltie Van Skike returns after illness from appendectomy. Teachers attend study center at Bussey with strong turnout. Choreography for “The Feast of the Red Corn” set for December 7, cast about thirty girls. Gymnastics, domestic science, and French classes face cancellation due to cost, despite interest. Football squad disbanded after two games, four losses, six points. all players new, expect better year ahead. Pupils form four literary societies, host programs every two weeks, tickets govern admission, extra seating at door. Friday assemblies feature talks by local leaders and Dr Chalfont forthcoming. Leroy Kimmel’s “q” talk praised for student talent.
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Naltie van Skike
Bussey
Mies Davidson
Knoxville
M. J. Hoffman
W. Dillon
Robert
George F. Sadler
Wagner
Ise
Dr. Chalfont
Leroy Kimmel
Uf Dom
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B. H. Scharff
Baptist Church
Nebraska
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Old Central
Ms A
Minneapolis
McKnight
Minneapolis Symphony
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