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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1924
Page
7
The Chronicle urges aggressive voting for the Everybody Wins prize automobile contest ending October 25 at 8 PM. Readers are warned that final counts will determine the Buick Master Six Touring Car valued at $1,540, with readers urged to act now to avoid rivals winning.
Andrew Pothoven’s sale of spotted Poland China hogs at the Farm ers’ Produce building drew a large crowd from Pella and surrounding areas. The top price reached 65 dollars as Hog prices trend higher, and buyers from many directions attended delighted with the stock.
The infant Lucile Vander Beek, age three weeks, has gained a third tooth matching her weeks of age, while her two elder brothers reached tooth milestones around typical ages. The piece plays on Dutch superiority humor and notes potential dietary choices in hard times.
A plant displayed at Ideal Pharmacy windows shows red and yellow blossoms from a single canna stem. The flowers were praised as colorful and the specimen grew in the high school yard under the caretaker. Local humor suggests the plant may symbolize two flags in one, while noting no fault in Pete for its dual appearance.
A Waterloo Egg Reporter issue dated October 6 features Henry Rhynsburger of Pella. The article credits him with conceiving the district and general meet of egg and poultry dealers, a plan that united competitors to boost service to the public. The piece, by Paul Mandeville, notes Rhynsburger's lasting influence on the trade.
A sizable crowd gathered at the Memorial building to hear Democratic candidates discuss issues. Victor Schultz and Wade spoke for representatives and congress, with others from county offices listed. Debate and questions followed, highlighting enthusiasm for public affairs and upcoming party events in Marion County.
Pella plans a festive Halloween with a lighted parade starting at 7:30 pm from the High School. The band and school pupils lead the procession through illuminated streets and storefronts on East Franklin Street. Prizes include candy boxes for best costumes and the most comical outfits, with drills and contests on a large platform.
Peter G Klein brought four of the largest Wolf River apples to the Chronicle in a week. They are choice canning stock not noted for fall eating. One apple weighs about one and a half pounds and four such fruits near five pounds total.
A record turnout of 953 votes produced a decisive defeat for the Pella Telephone Company franchise bid. The yes side totaled 666 with a 287 majority against, outpacing prior city ballot records and surpassing the 1922 bond election turnout.
Pella Iowa City Council met October 21 1924 with all members present. A crossing on West 4th Street was granted but construction postponed to next spring. Semi annual interest on 1908 bonds $75 was ordered paid. City solicitor report on ordinance 51 filed. Bills paid including coal 920.46 tubes removal 52.00 library subscriptions 100. Insurance on fire truck renewed. Traffic guides referred to Mayor and street committee. Meeting adjourned. Porter Grove Aid to serve chicken dinner November 1 1924 at 5 30 PM at Crew building.
Pella high school defeated a Dallas team 13 to 6 in their first home game. Gerrit Wormhoudt and Donald Waechter starred as Pella used passes to move the ball, scoring in the third quarter and adding another TD late in the period. The team thanked local doctors, business supporters, and Amidon's coaching for strong play and community backing.
The Chronicle notes Hazel Verrips formerly of Pella had divorced Arthur Verrips after a felony conviction. A Des Moines license list later shows Hazel Verrips marrying Carl M. Jensen of Des Moines, likely at Des Moines at the start of the week.
Notice appeals for donations to clothing shoes and furniture for a relief effort. Donors are asked to send items or contact the Blue Ladies Auxiliary of Central College at the former De Wit Bros. store or by phone. The ad suggests advertising is for sale if a business no longer needs it.
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