Loyal Citizens' State Marshal Club forms in Des Moines area
A campaign to organize the Loyal Citizens' State Marshal Club concludes in a Baptist church meeting. A state convention will draft a bill to empower governor appoint chiefs for five districts to enforce liquor laws and fund salaries from tax revenue. Delegates elected include Rev. Van Kersen and Geo. J. Thomassen. district officials and anticipated large turnout noted.
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A. O. Rankin
Marshal Club
Baptist Church
Loyal Citizens
Rankin
Des Moines
Marchal
United States
Gan
Rev. van Kersen
Geo. J. Thomassen
R.R. Sadler
J.G. Thomassen
L.G. Ballengee
G. W. Billieu
W. J. van Kersen
L. G. Ballangee
G. W. Billine
Gee
J.thomassen
Pella Saloons Will Be Closed By Order
Thomassen has been notified that saloons in Pella will be closed. The order targets Knoxville feline control and cites enforcement actions. Local authorities issued notices to operators, signaling a regulatory move affecting multiple establishments.
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Pella
Thomassen
Knoxville
Mathes Vos Nuptials Unite Jennie Vos and John Mathes
Jennie Vos and John Mathes were married last Thursday evening at the bride’s parents’ residence about four miles north of the city. Rev. Mr. de Pree of Bethel church performed the ceremony. The Chronicle extends congratulations and best wishes to the couple.
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Jennie Vos
John Mathes
Mr. de Pree
Bethel Church
The
Chronicle
Pella
Oar Eye Flour Cheapest The Atlantic Area
This brief notes that Oar Eye Flour is advertised as the lowest price option in the local market. It mentions comparisons to other brands and highlights the bargain position for shoppers seeking value on staple baking goods.
Gravel Shortage Delays Depot Foundation Work
Excavation for the new depot has been ongoing for days while workmen await suitable gravel. A recently received car proved unsatisfactory and was condemned, highlighting ongoing difficulty in obtaining gravel fit for the foundation.
Death of Henry J. Breuklander In West Pella
Henry J Breuklander a boy under sixteen died of pneumonia at his parents home in West Pella He worked at Keables drug store and was loved by friends and family He fell ill after a week of work and was attended by Dr Kramer The funeral was held at First Christian Reformed church and he was buried in Oakland cemetery He was the main support for his mother and siblings and his loss is deeply felt by the community
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Henry J. Breuklander
West Pella
Oakland
Billy
Keables Drug Store
Keables
Kramer
Eighty two Year Old Townsman H Neyenesch Celebrates
The well known ex-newspaper editor H Neyenesch turned eighty two yesterday the 25th. A surprise party was held at LeCocq’s on South Main street with relatives and the First Reformed church consistory. He is an elder there and remains active, seen downtown for mail and errands. The community extends warm wishes for many more birthdays.
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H. Neyenesch
First Reformed Church
Tke LeCocq
South Main Street
Mr. Neyenesch
Second Reformed Church Services and Programs
Wm. J. Van Kersen, pastor, leads morning service at 10:45 with the subtitle A Pure Life. Evening service at 7:30 features True Friendship. Sabbath-school at 9:30. C. E. Prayer-meeting at 6:20. All invited.
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Wm. J. van Kersen
C. E
Church Service Schedule and Mission Topics
M. B. Church and F. Edwards pastor announce Sunday school at 9 30 a m morning service at 10 a m with theme In His Steps Junior League at 2 30 p m Haworth League at 6 30 p m with subject African Missions Evening service at 1390 Pp Good Man Lost subject:
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Edwards
Haworth
Rankest Kind of Fraud
A shrewd fraud has deceived several prominent farmers in the area within the last month or six weeks, costing victims from ten to one hundred eighty dollars. A fruit tree agent canvassed nearby farms selling trees and shrubs at low prices, then another man issued notes for large sums, attaching signatures to contracts for trees not delivered. Victims faced forged or misused notes, with some settling by payment while others vow to pursue fraud charges, including several well-known locals.
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Pol
Douwstra DeHaan Couple United In South Pella Rites
Miss Margaret De Haan and Simon Douwstra were united in marriage at the bride’s parents home in South Pella last evening. The groom’s parents came from Michigan last Monday. The couple is well known in the city and the Chronicle extends hearty congratulations.
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South Pella
Margaret de Haan
Simon Douwstra
Michigan
The
Chronicle
Van der Ploeg Van Houweling Nuptials in Otley
The wedding of Gertrude Ada Van Houweling to Dirk Van der Ploeg took place Thursday evening at Mrs A Van Houweling’s home with Rev Henry K Boer officiating. Attendants included Anna Van der Ploeg and Albert Van Houweling. Music by Francis Ketman and a reception followed. The bride and groom plan to reside in Otley after November.
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A. van Houweling
Gertrude Ada
Dirk van der Ploeg
Otley
Anna
Elizabeth Rietveld
Anna van Houweling
Anna van der Ploeg
Albert
van Houweling
Henry K. Boer
Francis Ketman
Chariton Woman Visits Pella Briefly This Week
Mra M A Schovel of Chariton stopped in Pella for a short visit earlier this week, with plans to return to Central.
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Mra
Schovel
Chariton
Pella
School Attendance Notice From Board Ad Enters Enrollment Date
The laws require all children between seven and fourteen to attend school sixteen weeks each year. The board sets Monday November 4 as the enrollment date for all eligible children. Disregard is punishable by misdemeanor fine. the city marshal acts as truancy officer. By order of the Board W. Farmer Supt.
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W. ©. Farmer
Family has Narrow Escape in House Fire Near Newton
George Hill owned residence occupied by Albert Gladson and family five miles northwest of Newton burned early last Friday. Loss about 1500, partly insured. Mrs Gladson awakened by smoke and gas, woke husband and infant. trio escaped as flames engulfed the home. Mrs Gladson’s hair burned and Mr Gladson suffered a burn while trying to douse the fire.
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George Hill
Albert Gladson
Newton
Farm for Sale by A. J. Schipper Estate Auction
The estate of A. J. Schipper offers 120 acres to be sold on November 7 at auction after the stock sale. Terms to be announced the day of sale. For more details contact John A. J. Schipper.
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A. J. Schipper
John A. J. Schipper
Public Sale of Household Goods Near Baptist Church
All household goods including carpets furniture dishes wood and coal to be sold Friday November 3 at 2 pm. Sale held at first house east of Baptist church 34 35 Martin Sell.
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Baptist Church
Martin Sell
The Banker's Child at the Opera House
The Banker's Child was presented to the public last Thursday evening with liberal applause. A capable cast benefited by strong performances from young actors whose work drew enthusiastically from the audience despite a small stage and cold rainy weather reducing attendance. Jed Carlton is announced as the next attraction and is expected to draw a good house.
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Jed Carlton
Chronicle Columns Add Three New Professional Cards
The Chronicle notes three newly listed professionals this week two doctors and an auctioneer. The column urges proper representation for those professionals with cards in the paper.
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Chronicle
Pella News Roundup: missing items and local notices
The Baptist ladies plan a meeting with Mrs. R L Sadler next Thursday. Mrs Wormhoudt and party visited Des Moines and lost a handbag and a gold watch at a train depot. detectives are alerted. Marty Worth announces sale dates for Pella area real estate and farm sales. Dr W M Fuqua plans to ship his goods to Colorado. health improving in Colorado mountains. The high school orchestra advances toward performances. Harry Boland injured his thumb while splitting cord wood. Dr Q N Bos treated the splinter removal.
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HU. D. Wormhoudt
Des Moines
Pella
Marty Worth
Monroe Auctionreer
Mr. Worth
W. M. Fuqua
Harry Boland
Q. N. Bos
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Chas.h
Waukon
Iowa
Pella Baptist Church
Royal Citizens’ State Marshal Club
Knoxville Express
Ezra Temple
Applegate
Crozier & Welch
Peter Jansen
J. J. Sheehy
H. J. van Vilet
Wm. Kennedy
Wm. Catlin
Citizens National Bank
Hall
Catlin
R. J. Shawhan
Anna Shawhan
W. E. Feagins
Eugene Dennis
Henry Moll
James Blee
Second Reformed Church
M. B. Church
Douwstra
DeHaan
van der Ploeg
Ladies and Society of the Baptist Church
R. L. Sadler
Dominic Scholte
de Vos
Mrs. J. van Maren
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