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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1902
Page
8
In a late chapter scene, Raymer faces family scrutiny over a risky plan to expand his iron works. Mrs. Raymer and Gertrude influence Jasper Grierson as Maggie masterminds a loan strategy. Edward Raymer pursues a dangerous fortune, while Margery navigates loyalty, money, and social power within the unfolding industry scheme.
Griswold lands in Wabaska from St Louis shaken but sane enough to secure a bank box and safety deposit. He is placed in St James hotel, then moved to boarding with Mrs Holcomb as malaria relapse fears rise. Dr Farnham mentions Sven Oleson as caretaker while Griswold’s money and health are tended.
Griswold, newly convalescent, visits the Grierson mansion where Miss Margery Grierson hosts an urbane social evening. He is charmed by her, overhears she aims to uplift others, and confesses hopes about his unpublished book. She encourages perseverance and vows to cheer him when spirits fail.
Split between north and south shapes early westward migration with a Baltimore slave named Samuel whose skepticism fades as his master rises in California. Other items note Harvard Bible ignorance, a quirky Seminole epitaph, and punning medical and reform quips from early 20th century newspaper humor pages.
A witty exchange uses cue and frozen as billiard terms to frame a light courtship joke about love, marriage, and a bank draw. The piece shifts to short comic bits from Ally Sloper and Philadelphia and Chicago papers, piping in quips about sermons and a child's bedtime prayer for a police patrol wagon and a football suit.
Report fragment blends an early 20th century verse note with a newspaper pullout. It mentions diverse fates including poison, suicide attempts, firearms, gas treatment, cigarette effects, ice hazards, and pricey escapes. The Montreal Herald and Chicago Chronicle are cited in a mosaic of headlines and quotes.
A Cincinnati Commercial Tribune fragment presents a playful verse about Eve and vanity, noting Eve’s supposed discontent and other women envying her new leaf dress and gown, with a light humorous tone.
Dialogue-heavy item from Weekly with a photographer and actress Miss Antique. It references old negatives and a plan to create a composite photograph from past shots. The tone is casual and reflective with a light anecdote about wisdom and age.
A comic strip dialogue features Little Wynnie from Sunday school asking about numbered hairs. Mr Frontseat cites the Bible saying 50, and Wynnie jokes about tracking hers. Johnny and Mother scenes reveal concern over a possibly sober father as Ally Sloper returns.
A Kalamazoo baby prompted amused commentary as his mother and father explained his remark about saying hello to the judge. The odd parental guidance reflects a lighthearted moment captured in a local notice.
A compact collection of light dialogue and quips from major papers. Jokes touch on elopement rumors and old fashion notions with humor. Other items poke fun at weather, wages, and domestic life through brief exchanges and witty exchanges.
Fragmentary verse lines describe a speaker lamenting misused space and a neighbor’s laundry stretching across a lot, with comic tone and mythic allusion to Puck. The partial text hints at private space, domestic intrusion, and playful mischief. The fragment preserves imagery without full context.
In a playful Alley Sloper exchange the Tramp-Laidy character asks to wash a shirt and Lady-Why grants permission. The tramp regrets the refusal, saying he must decline the offer. The dialogue showcases satirical exchanges typical of the Ally Sloper comic strip.
A fragmented exchange from Washington Star and Chicago Post features quips about marriage, social faux pas, and a shift in opinion toward a once dreaded boor now deemed delightfully eccentric. The dialogue references slumming, introductions, and a celebrity’s altered perception.
James Gregoses of Des Moines confessed to officers in Perry that he killed his cousin and business partner George Kalmakos. Kalmakos was found shot and his head crushed near the Coon River last spring. Gregoses details the crime and motive to gain control of their fruit and confectionery business.
Fees received since January 1 exceed $200,000 with exact total at $201,504.73, far above 1901 receipts of $54,199.50. The rise comes from more filings and a law removing the $2,000 cap on incorporation filing fees. The piece also notes the fifth annual Iowa convention and lists elected officers including Mayor J. A. Walter and others from various cities.
Gov Cummins grants an unconventional pardon to A L Wood former Winterset postmaster. Frank Rugus son of Sioux City released on parole for perjury related offenses. Leonard Shelgren freed on parole due to ill health. Jacob M Vink builds a $20000 hospital in Webster City given to Northwest Iowa Methodist conference to operate without regard to color sex or creed. 200 churches in the conference. Des Moines football fatality Glenn Sunter 12 son of Ed M Hunter former postmaster. Osage to host a Waterlo o creamery supply plant branch. $2500 bonus raised. Auditor Merriam warns insurers must be authorized to stand in court. November 1 free delivery to Chester Howard County two-carrier routes 45 miles. Hanover post office discontinued mail to Aurelia. Mrs Kate Houston and four daughters missing. Private bank in Oto closes with assets $20000. Anamosa prison population 385 to 389 in September 1901 390 prisoners. Burlington electric interurban proposed to Keosauqua. 21 of 97 law students passed in Des Moines. West Decorah annexed to Decorah. Body of Mrs Burns found in Sioux River. Fire at Astoria destroys five business houses. McCallsburg drunken brawl leaves 18-year-old Poli Thornase fatally wounded. James Marcus found guilty of assault with intent. one year. Robert Parker sentenced five years for forgery escapes. Flora Hof appointed teacher in Rapid City Indigo school. Daniel Curl dies Blakesburg aged veteran and oldest white Iowan. Stevens house fire destroys old Newell landmark.
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