Des Moines Insurgent Vote Scratches Highlight Iowa Race
The November results show Republican ticket victories but strong factional splits. Insurgent Democrats scratched many targets including the governor and attorney general, boosting George Cosson and stirring debate over railroad rates and liquor policy. Young named US Senator. primary reforms possible to let people choose.
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Des
Moines
Corgreve
Polk County
Porter
Carroll
Géo. Cosson
Thorne
Dewey
Des Moines
Thorné
Col
David J
Palmer
Harry Wallace
Corn Belt Meat Producers Association
Cooperative Elevator Association
Wallace
Washington County
Jones
Young
Hon
Lafe Young Sr
Iowa
Govenor
Sycoesor
Font ‘Harvey Ingham
Tribune
Herod ‘Gaid
Towa
Walter I. Fowle
Council Bluffs
National House
Cummins
Smith
W. H. Byers
Byers
Congrers
Ninth District
Eleventh District
Hubbard
Birthday Party Honors J Todd on His Seventieth
A family reunion at the J Todd residence celebrated Mr Todd turning seventy. Attending were Dr A J Nossaman and wife with two children, Frank Clark and wife with three children, Clarence Nossaman and wife, John De Cook and wife, D O Thomas and wife, Elsworth Richardson and wife, and Frank Nossaman and wife. A sumptuous birthday dinner followed and the afternoon was spent in reminiscences as guests wished Jake many happy returns of the day.
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J. Todd
Mr. Todd
A. J. Nossaman
Frank Clark
Clarence Nossaman
John de. Cook
D. O. Thomas
Elsworth Richardson
Frank Nossaman
Jake
Tuberculosis Campaign Lecture by Board Leader
The Board of the Thirty second General Assembly conducts a tuberculosis information drive led by Rev Aretas E Kepfer with free lectures and displays. A stereopticon lantern and literature are used to educate the public about the disease described as the great white plague and urging intelligent, united action.
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Thirty-second General Assembly
Aretas E. Kepfer
Gor
Memorial of Haze matriarch spans Dutch roots to Omaha
A long obituary remembers H. P. Haze born January 6 1819 in Herwijnen Nederland. She married Haze April 16 1844 and lived 59 years before his death December 17 1902. They had twelve children, sixty grandchildren, and seventy two great grandchildren. The family moved from Holland to Pella then to Omaha. She died November 9 near age 92 after a final illness, and her remains were buried beside her husband November 12 in Pella. Relatives from out of town attended the funeral and the family thanks neighbors for support.
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H. P. Haze
Herwijnen
Nederland
W. van der Kreek
P. Koopman
Omaha
Nebr
Holland
Pella
A. Doedyns
Neb
Haze
Jesus Christ
Mya
H. Huisingh
Hull
N.D
Arthur Juze
Sheldon, Ja
Henry Haze
Andrew Haze
Cedar Rapids
Peter Koopman
Walter Vander Creek
Henry Vander Creek
Simon Plopster
Orange City
City Council Adopts Brief Regular Session at City Hall
The council met in regular session at City Hall last Tuesday evening and, with no pressing business, proceeding reports, and routine items, adjourned at an earlier hour than usual after a short, uneventful meeting.
Settle Up for Ver Ploeg Estate Begins Cash Basis
All who are indebted to the late H. C. Ver Ploeg or hold accounts against him are asked to call and settle by December first. After that date the barn will operate on a cash basis. Customers should govern themselves accordingly. Mrs. H. C. Ver Ploeg.
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H. C. Ver Ploeg
Dr Myron W Haynes Preaches at 2nd Reformed Church
Dr Myron W Haynes will preach at the 2nd Reformed Church next Sunday with services in the morning and evening.
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Myron W. Haynes
2Nd Reformed Church
Poultry and corn show set for December in Pella
The Poultry Show at Fowlers Garage in Pella runs December 21 to 24 with a new corn show addition. Officials promise stronger exhibits than last year and valuable prizes for top corn ears. Full prize details to be announced soon.
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Fowlers Garage
Pella
Marriage Licenses for Marion Badgley and Bessie Swim
Reading shows licenses granted to Marion Badgley and Bessie J Swim in a brief marriage notice. The item records licensing action and parties, with no additional details provided.
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Marion Badgley
Bessie J, Swim
Vander Werf Wedding Ties Ottumwa Couple
Justice Van Vliet united Mig Du Rocker of Ottumwa and Tom home wedding at the Vander Werf residence. Only the groom's family attended as the couple began married life in Ottumwa where Mrs. Vander Werf will reside. Chronicle extends best wishes to the newlyweds.
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Peter Vander Werf
Justice van Vliet
Mig du Rocker
Ottumwa
Mia Vander Werf
Wee
Vander Werf
E Chronicle
The Rounds Orchestra Concert Attracts Big Attendance
A large audience filled the auditorium last Friday to hear The Rounds Orchestra perform popular music. Late arrivals disrupted the program and spoiled the evening for those who arrived on time, prompting a plea to patrons to arrive before the program begins.
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Rounds
Election in Jasper County Shows Party Shifts
The Jasper county election produced gains for the Republicans while Democrats mounted a strong challenge. The official tally may swing the result, with Mr. Rayburn leading by seven votes over Mr. Gribben. The Newton Herald notes Hamilton’s defeat for Congress disappointed local Democrats but commends Mr. Kendall as a worthy candidate.
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Jasper County
Rayburn
Gribben
Hamilton
Congress
Kendall
Newton Herald
Pleasantville Cleared of All Debt by Bond Payment
At Monday night’s council meeting City Clerk Spahti was instructed to pay the final gas bond of 500 dollars plus interest. The action leaves Pleasantville absolutely debt free and invites support for future public improvements from all taxpayers.
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Spahti
Thanksgiving Service at Baptist Church This Thursday
A union Thanksgiving service will be held at the Baptist church next Thursday morning at 10 30 o clock. A program reflecting the day’s spirit is being arranged and a cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
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the Baptist Church
Potatoes Ready for Winter Sale From Michigan
The article notes a car load of smooth potatoes shipped from Michigan offerings priced at 70 cents per bushel delivered to homes. Call to order before they are stored and prices rise, with quantities available in large or small amounts.
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From
Michigan
HuBer
Pella To Hear First Class Music From Male Choral Club
The Male Choral Club directed by Prof. Groet promises high quality music. Members listed include First Tenors L F Bousquet John Sybenga Art VerSteeg and T Kempkes and Second Tenors Harry Viernen Jim Varderpol De Plantes and George Thomassen among others.
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Prof. Groet
Pella
L. F. Bousquet
John Sybenga
Art “VerSteeg
T. Kempkes
Harry Viernen
Jim Varderpol
de Plantes
George ‘Thomassen
Firat
Aig
Bert‘Baron
Paul Edmand
Halloween prank brings cannon restorable mischief
College youths removed a cannon from Jordan Hall and placed it nearby. Professors Hoffman and Severn blindfolded to help relocate it. After discovery, the pranksters hosted a chicken roast, paying 1.25 dollars for a 15 cent hen, devouring the greasy finish with evident relish.
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Hallowe’en
Jordan Hall
Prof. Hoffman
Dean Severn
Dean
South
Pella
Child Peter Irvin Rests at Seven Years Old
On November 9 1910 at 2 a m Peter Irvin beloved son of Mr and Mrs Ira P DE Cook Nee Grandia died after a two week illness aged seven years and seven days The family expresses thanks to neighbors and friends for sympathy in their bereavement.
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Peter Irvin
Ira P, DE Cook
Nee Grandia
Tigers Win: Three Straight Strong Showing Against PHS Opponents
The Tigers basketball team posted a 69 to 11 victory over New Sharon after a 41 to 3 first half, following a 23 to 18 win over PHS. The Tigers second team also defeated PHS second string 28 to 15, marking their second decisive victory in ten days.
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Tiger
Tigers
Saloon consent petition faces Oskaloosa voters
The Oskaloosa Globe notes the saloon consent petition expires July 1 1911 and saloonists aim to gather signatures for a five year renewal. It argues against saloon reestablishment, urging voters to oppose signatures and citing business and moral concerns about open saloons. The editorial aligns with those opposing saloons and questions the wisdom of legalizing them.
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Oskaloosa
Oska- Joosa
Globe
Oskaloosa Globe Urges End to Saloon Petition Early
The Oskaloosa Globe argues against continuing saloons, urging readers to consider the moral, religious, social, and economic costs. It cites a businessman harmed by saloon trade and calls for action to prevent further harm to families and the community. The piece invokes civic duty and quotes from local discourse, urging personal reflection on the issue.
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Bed Rock
Oskaloosa
Mahaska County
Askaloosa
Knights to Face EGC in Final Clash
Knights Pheres set to challenge EGC in a decisive bout as teams prepare for a high stakes matchup. Rex leads offense with veteran guard play while EGC counters with balanced scoring and stifling defense.
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the Weather Report
John H. Ver. Broom
The
Weather Bureau
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Jasper CO
Pleasantville
Saloon Petition
Rex
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