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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1902
Page
2
Local news and ads from the Chronicle including shop offers and prices at Reuvers gallery and Kuypers Son, announcements of weddings and illness, school holidays, house construction, a small earthquake report, and auctioneer John Visser gaining popularity with strong prices.
Engle Van Zee living a few miles west of Leighton died suddenly at his home this morning due to heart disease. He was 65 years old, having suffered heart trouble since last fall and had recently purchased M. de Heer’s property in North Pella with plans to move to town next spring.
Fred Lamphier was badly wounded in an accidental gun discharge while duck hunting with Willis Hess. They used a boat and Lamphier slipped, the shot piercing his fore arm and tearing muscle. Hess rushed him home for medical aid. he lost much blood and was in precarious condition, but was resting comfortably after treatment.
Walton Furnace Vermont resident William Spirey sent 13 miles to obtain Bucklen’s Amnica Salve and achieved a complete cure for a severe fever sore on his leg. The advertisement claims the salve also cures bruises felons ulcers eruptions boils burns corns and piles. Priced at 25 cents and guaranteed by Keables’ druggist.
At the M. E. Church revival meetings grow in interest and power with about sixty conversions and restorations. Rev. Vansch oijack and wife see substantial results. Meetings continue. next Sunday invites all to unite. Union Thanksgiving services set for 10:30 a.m. November 27 with Rev. Van Kersen delivering the sermon. Pastor Henry F. B. Pucit extends a cordial welcome.
Col H W J Ham, Southern humorist, delivered a memorable lecture at the Auditorium last Monday evening. The talk drew a good crowd, sparked constant laughter, and carried moments of pathos, leaving listeners hopeful for future appearances and praising the college for the lecture course kickoff.
Hon. N E Kendall of Albia supports J L Warren of Pella for senator from Monroe Marion district. Kendall, in town for Loyal Legion banquet, says if returning to legislature he will seek House speaker post and prefers the house to the senate. He predicts Warren will be chosen senator without opposition. Read the Caroline for county and neighborhood news.
A dated coupon invites customers to send in a laundry bundle of 15 cents or more to Pella Steam Laundry to receive free laundry work. The offer runs until December 3, 1902, with a promise of good service and a sign off from the Pella laundry.
Myrtle E. Flemming testified about her long acquaintance with Willis Saunders in Greenfield and Des Moines. He allegedly promised marriage, lived with her at 912 Walnut Street, and a child was born. Saunders later married Beatrice Holmberg of Boone. Flemming filed charges. Saunders was bound over to the grand jury after a failed defense motion.
Next door to the American H P S wheat and oats scene, locals seek price adjustments for staple goods.
Homeseeker's Excursions tickets to nearly all points on sale at low rates by Chicago Great Western Railway on the first and third Tuesday of each month from November to April inclusive. Available in tourist sleeping cars. For particulars apply to any Great Western Agent or J P Elmer G P A Chicago IL.
An advertisement offers a free sample of Charfiberiain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to anyone seeking a remedy for stomach disorders, biliousness or constipation. The note claims it is a new, good remedy and is signed by Allen & Stubenrauch.
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