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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1912
Page
2
An 1912 Davenport steel wagon advertisement extols steel wheels riveted to solid hubs for strength and mud-free travel. Endorsed by FP Denburger from Oskaloosa and FRANK Kroh of Reasoner, both praising durability, light running, and mud avoidance.
Local notices describe visits by Davenport residents to Dr. McAlister, Des Moines trips, and social events. A candidate for representative on the republican ticket is mentioned among neighbors. Several towns including Pella Des Moines Osceola Council Bluffs and Cedar Rapids are named with people traveling, visiting, or attending meetings and conventions.
In Pella and surrounding areas residents reported Sunday visits from relatives and friends. Jean Hamilton sustained a eye injury last week while hammering, with hopes of saving sight. Several locals traveled to Ottumwa and Des Moines for events, meetings, and church services. The Rock Island line faced multiple delays, and seven trains ran late over the week. Notable names include Mrs. Elizabeth Houck, Samuel Liter, J. H. Vander Linden, and Miss Nettie Gooyer among others attending gatherings and visits.
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