Leighton Property Sales Highlight Local Transactions
The Friday sale in Leighton succeeded with the American Reformed church lot selling to Mr. Hulder for 1550 and the parsonage to M. Stowle for 1150. Wm. Veldhuizen bought Nick Van Haaften’s lot for 700, and Art De Heer acquired the Vroom farm east of town, 44 acres at 485 per acre.
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American Reformed Church
Mr. Hulder
M. Stowle
Wm. Veldhuizen
Nick van Haaften
J. Sedrel
Art
Wm. Hudlu
Pella
Art de Heer
Vroom
Iowa Woman Treated For Cancer by Dr Johnson
Mrs E L Wood of St Perry Iowa recounts a cancer in her right breast diagnosed as hard cancer. After nine weeks under Dr O A Johnson in Kansas City the cancer was removed and the wound healed. She notes no recurrence fourteen years later and endorses his non surgical medicinal treatment and his cancer book Cancer Truths.
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E. L. Wood
West 2Nd St
St Perry
Iowa
O. A. Johnson
Main St
Kansas City
Dr. Johnson
Johnson
Wood
United States
Allen's Foot-Ease Antiseptic Powder Ad Copy
Foot powder relieves aching tired feet by shaking in shoes. Claims comfort for corns bunions blisters and callouses. Marketed as used by American British and French soldiers.
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Allen
New Shoes in the Closet Reflects Contentment
A middle aged woman greets guests and muses on happiness, possession, and contentment. She argues that abundance alters perception, pointing out that worry drains life and satisfaction fuels efficiency. She imagines possessions as items in earth's closet ready to be grasped when divinely granted.
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Earth
Dontinue the Boys A note on gently guiding energetic youth
The piece argues against snubbing boys for mischief and urges patient correction. It cites Edison, Lincoln, Shakespeare, and Bunyan as examples of later greatness despite early flaws. It warns pride and ridicule can harm a boy's spirit and potential. It stresses kindness and support to help boys improve.
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Edison
Boston
Abraham Lincoln
Shakespeare
John Bunyan
Encouragement and understanding for a boy onward
The speaker urges support over criticism and appreciation over ridicule. Emphasizing a need for better mutual understanding between the boy and his elders, the message cautions against snap judgments and calls for studying the boy to guide his development.
Doan’s Kidney Pills Endorsement From Pella Resident
Week after week testimony from Pella residents praises Doan’s Kidney Pills for kidney and back trouble. L A Beerends, carpenter, 1114 W Franklin St, reports lasting relief after using the product bought at Puritan Drug Co. Price 60c. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY confirms.
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Pella
Dean
Doan
L. A. Beerends
Carpenter
W. Franklin Sr
Puritan Drug Co
Meritorious Willie at school prompts proud Mrs Proudman
In a lighthearted item Mrs Proudman shares Willie earned a meritorious commendation at school last week. The dialogue riffs on domestic worries, illnesses among children, and a playful quarrel between Willie and Jack about fighting and getting caught.
Sunday School Moses Died and Mike Johnson Aid
A four year old’s sudden disengagement from Sunday school is tied to Moses’ death in a motherly scene. A joking exchange with Mr. Johnson reveals a lighthearted wartime color preference in a candid photo request. Mistress Snapper’s engagement to an army officer and a playful quip about a sister’s nightgown end the slice of life vignette.
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Mr. Johnson
Moses
Sale of Poland China Boars at Feed Barn
A sale of Poland China boars is set for Saturday October 4 at 3 PM in the Feed Barn on the southwest corner of the square in Pella. The lineup includes boars sired by a son of Iowa King’s Best No 220097 bred by J. Vander Wild of Orange City, with past offspring selling for 1200 to 1500 each. All hogs are double vaccinated and offered to boost buyers’ herds.
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Pella
Iowa
J. Vander Wild
Orange City
You Bet They're Wool Suits At Great Prices
M Vander Linden advertises all wool clothing with two piece suits at 29.50 and three piece suits at 32.50, promising fine tailoring and perfect fits.
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M. Vander Linden
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Leighton
Pella Markets
Vander Zyl Bros
Pella Produce Co
Alice
Willie
Jack
Tommy
Baby
New York Mail
Poland
China
Schakel Livery
Buerkens
A. T. Vander Beek
J. van Zante
South
East Third Street
S. & N. Land Investment Co
Maxwell
Detroit
White Way Auto CO
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