Passing Through a Typhoon in Kuliang China
Missionary Leona Van Der Linden recounts a typhoon near Amoy Kuliang China on August 27 1912. She describes how winds rain and high typhoon walls shield houses and notes walking with Mrs W and others to seek shelter. The group jokes over coffee and buns as they wait out the storm and plan to return to Amoy while preparing for another letter party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuliang Forchow
China
Warnehuis
Amoy
Leona van der Linden
Lost fur muff reported at southeast corner of square
Lost ladies brown fur muff, last seen Saturday evening at the southeast corner of the square. Finder asked to return to this office for a liberal reward.
Direct Route Debate Pella Auto Club Attends Oskaloosa Meeting
The Pella Auto Club executives joined Chas Walling of the Mahaska Auto Club in Oskaloosa to decide on a cross-state route between Davenport and Councy Bluffs. Knoxville delegates pushed to keep the Tracy route, bypassing Pella, while questions linger about why Knoxville travelers chose that path.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Walling
Mahaska Auto Club
Pella
Tracy
Marion County
Wednesday Club entertained at Mrs Sterrenburg home
The Wednesday club was entertained yesterday at the home of Mrs Mae Sterrenburg. The afternoon included conversation and reading followed by refreshments. The only out of town guest was Mrs Geo Van der Zyl of Prairie City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mae Sterrenburg
Geo. van der Zyl
Prairie City
District Court Docket Cleaned. Multiple Pleas and Dismissals
In district court Judge Hays cleared much of the October term docket. Several defendants pleaded guilty to liquor offenses with fines and costs, others had cases dismissed or continued. Numerous divorce actions proceeded to decree or default, while some suits against railways and between individuals settled with costs paid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hays
District Court
Geo. Sorrel
John
A. Neifert
L. E. Buzzard
Zella
L. C. Buzzard
John Carman
Eddie W. Thornburgh
David Ver Duyt
Milo Darrah
Leo Belknap
Frank P. Adulf
Jane Henley
Neal van Lisselve
Wabash R. R. Co
LeGrand Brothers
Wabash
Aaron Carey
Emma Carey
Floyd Gaston
Frank Gaston
Alice Emmerson
Daniel Em
Ben Mason
Ethel B. Wilson
O. C. Wilson
Nellie Chambers
Luther B. Chambers
Removing red sediment from porcelain with hydrochloric acid
Pror O B Read cites reddish build up on porcelain and suggests diluted hydrochloric acid from chemist’s shop to scour tubs sinks and jugs. Mix five ounces acid with three to four parts water moisten rag rub until deposit dissolves and rinse. Label clearly keep away from children.
Come Back to the Fold Henry Hoogenakker Rejoins Audubon Republican
A Pella born editor Henry Hoogenakker leaves Richland Clarion for Guthrie Center then returns to the newspaper field as editor and publisher of the Audubon Republican. The piece祝 welcomes him back to the fold and wishes him continued patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Hoogenakker
Pella
Richland Clarion
Guthrie Center
Henry
Pella People Praised for 17th Iowa Reunion Hospitality
Harvey CocoRAH of Exline Messenger praises Pella residents for hosting the 27th annual 17th Iowa Infantry reunion. He notes free entertainment for all, school involvement, a grand parade to a decorated park, and speeches by college figures. Special thanks to Comrade Murry Cox and wife for hosting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
17Th Iowa Inst
Pella
17Th Iowa
Murry Cox
Local Editor and Publisher Tie The Knot In September
Mrs Beard wed Mr Horace E Greeley on September 27 uniting publisher and editor of the Grand River Local. The couple are longtime figures in the paper and many friends here join in best wishes for their new life together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mattie Beard
Horace E. Greeley
Notice of October teacher examination at county office
The regular October teacher examination will be held at the County Superintendent's office on October 25 26 and 27. Nora E WuirTE County Superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nora E. Wuirte
Horses Wanted For Sale At McIntire Barn
Help wanted for horses of all ages over 800 pounds and fat. See J. Riney at McIntire's barn or Howerton farm around 41-42. Announcement notes location and contact for buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McIntire
Howerton Farm
T. J. Riney
Illnesses and Quarantine Report From North Town
The article notes a twelve year old girl with scarlet fever eight miles northwest of town under quarantine. Dominic Duiker Sr. battles bronchitis while Dick Weyers walks to town daily. Mrs. Pete Brainekool shows steady recovery. Wm. Langerak remains unchanged. Mrs. Harve Fisk in Canada for typhoid fever shows hopeful signs at her daughter Mrs. Walter Porter’s home. An eight year old Hols boy suffered a broken collar bone after a horse kick, resting comfortably.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. DeGoey
Dominic Duiker Sr
Dick Weyers
Pete Brainekool
Wm. Langerak
Harve Fisk
Canada
Walter Porter
Bertha Vriezelaar Weds John Van Wyngarden in Dutch Private Wedding
Last Wednesday evening at the bride’s parents home Miss Bertha Vriezelaar married John Van Wyngarden. Rev Albert Van der Ploeg officiated as Nellie Vriezelaar played the wedding march and a three course supper followed. Out of town guests included Rev and Mrs De Hye Pella and families from Monroe Galesburg Killauff and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ira Vriezelaar
Bertha
John van Wyngarden
Nellie Vriezelaar
Kate Vriezelaar
Ed. Kornego
Albert van der Ploeg
de Hye
Pella
DeVries
Charlie Vander Ploeg
Monroe
van Zante
Charles Frazer
Galesburg
Ralph Frazer
Bai Griego
Killauft
van Wyngarden
Vander Zyl Waltzing into marriage in Colorado
On Sunday October first Miss Fannie Vander Zyl formerly of this city married Mr Dave Waldeck of Pagosa Springs Colorado The news surprised Pella residents but friends extend best wishes for a safe and happy voyage on the sea of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie Vander Zyl
Dave Waldeck
Pagosa Springs
Colorado
Pella
Kaldenberg and Le Cocq Wed in Oskaloosa Ceremony
Herbert Kaldenberg and Johanna Le Cocq were married in Os kaloosa Monday afternoon. Justice Phillips presided with only close friends and relatives present. The couple lives in Pella and enjoys many well wishers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Kaldenberg
Johanna le Cocq
Oskaloosa
Justice Phillips
Pella
Women’s Missionary Conference Held at Third Reformed Church
The Women's Missionary Conference of the classis of Pella met today at the Third Reformed Church. The 9:30 morning session opened the conference with a business meeting. An excellent afternoon program is planned and the evening service starts at 7:20 with addresses by Miss F. Tubb and Mrs. J. S. Allen. all are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Third Reformed Church
F. Tubb
J. S. Allen
New Arrivals At Several Local Homes
A series of birth notices report a baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Wm Van Heemeret on Oct orders date. A baby boy welcomed by Mr and Mrs Wichard Langerak last Wednesday night. A baby daughter arrived for Henry Bensink last Thursday. A son born to Mr and Mrs Dave Verought this morning. Parents and babies are doing well. father Dave recovering from first baby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Wm. van Heemeret
Stork
Henry Bensink
Dave Verought
Babe
Papa Dave
Pella HAG Good Fair at Lake Prairie District Fair
The 24th Lake Prairie District Fair held October 3 to 6 drew over 5000 attendees despite rain and mud. Exhibits ranged from art and crafts to poultry, machinery by Seetens and Koo, and the Pella Pipe and Tank Factory engines. Stock, races, and free attractions drew interest, though one fake auto race marred the event. The fair ran a deficit around $700, and directors plan next year’s improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Prairie District
Seetens
Koo
Pella
O. K
Eighth Grade Wins Banner at Lincoln School
The eighth grade at Lincoln School earned the Banner for top average in attendance and punctuality for September. Miss Bootsma, their teacher, deserves credit for guiding the class two thirds of whom are boys, and the pupils may strive to keep the banner in her room all year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln School
Bootsma
Union Meeting for Reformed Churches in Pella
Next Sunday evening at the Second Reformed Church a union meeting of all Reformed churches in Pella will gather. Representatives from the Womens Boards and both Domestic and Foreign Missions will present addresses on missionary progress and future outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Reformed Church
Reformed Churches
Pella
Womens Boards
Hand of Death claims Marenus Langerak at 41
Marenus Langerak died at his South Main Street home Tuesday morning at 8 o clock aged 41 years 7 months 26 days He was a lifelong resident of the vicinity and had recently moved to town with his family after health declined He leaves a father and mother seven brothers and many relatives The funeral was held yesterday at 1 30 from the home and 2 p m at First Reformed Church Rev Vander Werf and Rev De Bruin officiated and burial followed at Oakwood Cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marenus Langerak
South Main Street
Wm. Langerak
First Reformed Church
Vander Werf
de Bruin
Oakwood
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Illness and Death
Mrs M Langerak and children express heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for many kindnesses shown during the illness and death of their husband and father.
Plette Passes After Long Illness In Pella Community
Gerrit Plette, 81 years 13 days old, died after a lengthy illness. Born and raised locally, he lived in Eddyville briefly before returning to Pella to be near relatives. He married Johanna Vroom and left two children. Funeral held at First Reformed Church with Rev. Van der Werf and Rev. Maneen. Interment in Van Domselaar cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Plette
Johanna Vroom
Vale of Tears
Lone
Eddyville
Pella
Jesus Christ
First Reformed Church
van der Werf
Maneen
Plette
Reformed Church
van Domselaar
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W. H. Wilcox
City of
Alex. Visser
J. E. Hollowell
Swan
Ralph Caffrey
Spaur
John A. Nelson
Jarius Braus
C. B. Read
Chronicle
Harvey Cocorah
Co. F
17Th Town Veteran
Exline Messenger
Mrs. Beard
C. Hols
Vriezelaar—Van Wyngarden
Vander Zyl—Waldeck
Kaldenberg—Le Cocq
Women’s Missionary Conference
Langerak
M. Langerak
Sf Gerrit
Platts
Centerville
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