Rock Island Train Service Schedules Update
Passenger numbers 471 and 473 revised for local service. Freight shipments must arrive at the station by 1:00 p.m. the evening prior. Both freight trains will carry passengers as part of the new schedule.
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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1919
Page
8
Passenger numbers 471 and 473 revised for local service. Freight shipments must arrive at the station by 1:00 p.m. the evening prior. Both freight trains will carry passengers as part of the new schedule.
An old advertisement recommends Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy for children one year old and up. It advises keeping a bottle ready and giving a dose of castor oil at first signs of loose stools. Sold by all dealers.
President Wilson rode a train tour along the Pacific coast to back the League of Nations as supporters cheered across California. Former governor Hiram Johnson warned that the League could erode US sovereignty and pull the nation into European disputes, criticizing the Shan Tung land settlement with Japan.
Last Friday evening September 19 the Advansonian society of Central College hosted a reception for new students. The program, led by Mr. Hillyer of the Philo society, featured games and entertainment followed by refreshments. Students formed partnerships, enjoyed the refreshments, and joined in songs and college yells. The event, intended to welcome newcomers and foster acquaintance, concluded with Y M C A talks and rapid membership growth.
President Wilson’s Califormia tour drew strong public support for the League of Nations. Californians abandoned Senator Johnson’s opposing stance, praising Wilson’s explanations on Shan Tung, the League’s safeguards, and the avoidance of future wars. The Nevada and Utah audiences likewise voiced approval for the league and peace.
A Thursday social hour for new and old students was held in the chapel due to bad weather. New and former students met, then moved to the Dormitory for light refreshments. The second meeting on Monday featured Miss Cynthia Bergman with the talk Faith of a Living Age.
The Watchman Examiner warns that true childlikeness in prayer pleases God, while childish whining for wants shows lack of discernment. Believers should pray with thoughtful, wide vision, balancing trust and obedience rather than petulant requests.
Many children suffer illnesses and fevers. Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children claim to break up colds in 24 hours and relieve teething issues and stomach troubles. The ad notes 30 years of use and urges mothers to try a free sample from The Mother Gray Co. Le Roy New York.
The Finest Candy line in the city offers tasty fresh and pure sweets at 29 cents a pound and up. Vander Linden's Bazar markets popular prices, appealing to shoppers who compare with other dealers.
A storekeeper Isaac decorates his window with an extravagant blind paid for by customers. Neighbors question the source of funds and Isaac explains a small ledger on the counter reading For the blind, and the customers paid.
Central students, dressed in farm style, gathered Thursday evening for a staged event divided into four groups. Each group selected one participant per stunt and the four victors earned points for their party. Key events included Post and Tug of War, with Post being a novelty to most attendees.
An advertorial claiming health boosts for women through Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription. It describes pallor, dull eyes, and weakness as undermining charm, then promises restored vitality, clearer skin, and brighter eyes with a plant based remedy. It mentions a trial package offer and Buffalo New York as the address.
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