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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1914
Page
5
Two teams racing south on Broadway near University street caused danger as buggies collided and a harness broke. Constable DeCook failed to arrest the drivers after witnesses blamed both teams. the wrecking team fled. Indignant bystanders, including women, gathered as repairs proceeded, and officials vowed to pursue justice.
Marion County teachers must attend a two day county institute at Knoxville high school October 22 and 23 1914 with sessions starting 8 am. Attendance requires a certificate and unexcused absences for two days forfeit daily salary. Mae Goldizen county superintendent urges compliance and notes adjourning districts for eligible attendance.
The John Hollander property now occupied by Peter Heerema will be sold at public auction at 2 00 p m Saturday Oct 24 1914 on the premises. Terms to be made known day of sale Private sale before Oct 24 from Boland Land Co. Inspect anytime. John Hollander Owner N Boland Auctioneer
M. W. Van Doornink and his children spent Saturday visiting at Monroe, sharing time with local relatives and friends in a family outing.
The Iowa Supreme Court held that finding liquor in a place not authorized to sell it shows illegal possession and makes the premises a nuisance. In Keenan Bros meat market in Pierson, detectives found beer in the cellar and an injunction against sale was denied. The court said proof of illegal sales is unnecessary and the mere presence of liquor outside private homes where sale is unlawful enforces the nuisance, aiding officers in enforcing liquor laws.
160 acre irrigated farm 4% miles N B of Fort Morgan Colorado on Platte river with 90 acres alfalfa 40 native grass 30 other crops. 5 room house improvements windmill and metal tank. Riverside ditch access. Valued at 100 per acre but offered at 80 with 100 tons alfalfa hay included if sold in 60 days. Part cash, balance five years at 6 percent. If unsold by December 1, farm may be rented. W A Rowles Albia Iowa.
Mrs. B. H. Van Spanckeren Jr died at her Liberty street home at noon Sunday October 4 1914 aged 55 years 3 months 11 days. She leaves husband three sons and two daughters Bern H L Van Spanckeren of Mesa Arizona A W Leland of Dixon Ill Warner and Elizabeth at home. Funeral held October 27 at 2 pm at home conducted by President J W Batley Central College. Interment Oakwood cemetery.
Mary E. Hagy died at 11 30 p m Friday October 2 at her daughter's home in Sioux City. Born January 26 1835 in Canada she was daughter of Rev M J Post a pioneer Baptist minister who helped organize the Aurora Baptist church later First Baptist of Pella. She married John Hagy in 1861 and lived in Sioux City since 1866, later returning visits to Pella where friends remembered her as a link to Iowa pioneerdays.
A newspaper essay critiques birth announcements and the practice of stating baby weights. It jokes about publishing weights for all persons mentioned, notes the impracticality and potential embarrassment, and invites readers to request data at standard rates while declining to publish intimate infant details.
The campus held a Friday pep meeting with Van der Linden praised as yell master. Faculty and students enjoyed a weinie roast in South Woods. Prof Sadler taught in Knoxville and a Baptist church reception featured Bible character charades, music, and desserts. Carl Byer limped after Saturday, and classes were dismissed for Mrs Van Spanckeren’s funeral.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican comments on a Fort Dodge murder tied to saloon culture. A husband killed his wife as two small children and a nursing baby suffered. The editorial accuses saloon politics of moral collapse and questions legislators' stand on saloons.
The Camp Fire Girls will serve hot waffles and coffee at the White Way garage on Saturday October 10 from 5 to 8 PM. Proceeds support troop activities and community service projects in the area.
First class sprayed fruit packed in standard barrels offered at one dollar per bushel. Varieties include Ben Davis Iowa Blush Missouri Pippins Winesap Willow Twig and Ben Davis. Orders left at John Dykstra’s office, samples available. TIM DYKSTRA, Eddyville, Iowa.
The supplemental to the regular teachers' examination will be held in the high school building at Pella on October 28 29 and 30 1914 beginning promptly at 8 o'clock Mae Goldizen Co Supt of Schools announces the dates and location for the exam for prospective teachers.
A number from Pella and nearby areas attend the Mahaska Fall Festival this week. Oskaloosa boosters advertised their homecoming in the vicinity, and attendees report good times though rain somewhat interfered.
Next Sunday October 11 the Baptist congregation observes Sunday School Rally Day with 9:30 am activities in the Sunday school room including music a quartet and Kindergarten songs. A 10:45 am special program in the church auditorium features children’s parts and five minute talks by adults all are welcome.
The next Sunday morning service will be entirely for the church’s aged members and friends, with invitations issued by the youth. Pastor will deliver an appropriate sermon. Rev. George Minear, the newly elected District Superintendent, will attend Monday evening and preach and lead the quarterly conference business meeting.
Marion County Iowa Board of Supervisors resolves to construct Bridge No. 7-215 steel and concrete with 16 foot roadway clear width and 24 foot span. Public meeting set for November 9 at 10 am in Knoxville courthouse to hear objections. County Auditor J. D. Schlotterback certifies adoption September 21, 1914.
The Women’s Federated Club presents Fi Fi of the Toy Shop a widely praised locally adapted play featuring 75 cast members from college and town. Enthusiasts describe lavish music drills costumes and a tale of Bonnie the toy maker’s daughter who dreams dolls come to life. Proceeds benefit the club with performances on Thursday and Friday Oct 15-16.
A satirical take on rising newspaper costs blaming ink factories paper barons and type metal for price hikes. The piece jokes that ink and wood pulp costs have soared, comparing them to spectacular subsidies and urging subscribers to contribute emergency currency or even a dollar to help cover the month’s expenses.
Mr and Mrs Jake Sterrenberg visited relatives at Sully Sunday in a brief family outing with no major events reported.
Drake Bulldogs routed Central College 51 to 0 in a game marked by a weak Central defense and Drake punting edge. The Drake timekeeper reportedly extended periods to 25 and 80 minutes, inflating scoring in later quarters.
Dr Earl Warren of the city married Hazel M Barnwell of Clay Center Kansas on Monday. Warren has practiced and coached at Central College for two years while his bride taught elocution. Miss Marie Reynolds attended from Pella as part of college faculty. The Chronicle extends best wishes for their future.
The baby health contest will be Friday October 9 at Second Reformed church. Mothers should bring the baby's private blanket and towel. Examinations start 8:30 a.m. and continue as needed. A lecture by a doctor will close the day, with a chicken pie dinner and oyster supper at the opera house.
A church social at the Baptist church Thursday drew between two and three hundred guests including faculty and students from Central College and teachers from the high school. R R Sadler spoke for the church, welcomed by Prof Geo F Sadler as President Bailey was away. Refreshments were served by church ladies and the event left attendees feeling profitable and delightful. Friends report the infant Baby Le Cocq died Friday at Oskaloosa hospital. interment is Forest Cemetery Saturday morning. Funeral private.
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