Sixty Seventh Annual OWA Methodist Conference Observed
The Iowa Conference extends through four districts with 138 charges as leaders and 94,574 members, while bishops and superintendents organize sessions at Central College Ottumwa Muscatine Oskaloosa among reports of conversions and superannuates. Bishop Wilson presided and sermons highlighted spiritual growth as ministers transfer and new appointments are discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Appanoose County
Marshall County
Knoxville
Monroe
Des Moines
Towa River
Iowa River
Iowa City
Rock Island
Davenport
Towa
Mississippi
Keokuk
Burlington
Ottumwa
Muscatine
Oskaloosa
Éfi
Central College
Wilson
Cana of Galilee
Christ
J. W. DeVoe
Rock River
F. E. Morrison
Oxford
South Dakota
Conde
J. M
McClelland
Collier
J. A. Boatman
J. H. Lewis
H. M. Strong
North Muscatine
Counee
C.L. Stafford
Grinnell
Edwin
H. Hughes
WBB
Meeting plan for beta union services clarified
A fragmented note outlines a beta union meeting with benefits discussion. The text mentions a focus on services and a single call to action for members to attend and participate in the session.
City Council Awards Contracts For Power House
City council and the water works committee reviewed bids for furnishing and equipping the water works and lighting systems. Contracts awarded include the power house to local contractor K Verhey. Total awarded is about 40 000 with further bids to be decided at Friday’s meeting and a full report next week.
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Verhey
K. Verhey
Unlucky defeat as Oskaloosa tops Pella in baseball
Oskaloosa Little Giants opened with a barrage scoring six in the first inning and four in the third, aided by multiple hits off Bloom. Pella managed only two runs, aided by two in the fourth, as strong defense and team play by the visitors limited Pella to two. Attendance was good. The final score was Pella two, Oskaloosa eleven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pella
Oskaloosa Little Giants
Little Giants
Bloom
Carson
Pélla Boys
van Spanckeren
Bousquet
Oskaloosa
A New Doctor for Pella
Dr. P. G. Fultz of Ames arrived in Pella yesterday and rented the Wheeler barn to convert into a hospital for sick horses. He graduated from the Veterinary Department at Ames last June and has worked with Dr. Dykstra there. He will operate a neat office at the barn and answer calls day or night, bringing his training and experience to the local horse practice.
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P. G. Fultz
Ames
Pella
Fultz
Veterinary Department
State Agricultural School
Dykstra
Dr. Dykstra
Hev
Dr. Fultz
Infant dies of summer complaint near Pella
The infant child of Mr and Mrs Harry Wilson six miles south of Pella died this week from summer complaint. The funeral was conducted by Rev Bailey on Thursday afternoon. They were laid to rest in the Porterville Cemetery.
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T. J. Méyer
J. M. McClelland
H. N. Smith
J. A. Boatman
C. L. Stafford
C. A. Field
J.B. Hill
Renix Weese
Pulaski
W. E
Spellmeyer
E. A. Bentiizger
Burlington
Board of Education
Franklin Hamilton
Freedmen’s Aid Society
E. A. Schell
D. D
I. W. UI
Board of Sunday Schools
David G. Downey
Chicago
Harry Wilson
Pella
Bailey
Ville Cémietery
Bargain Day in Pella Draws Strong Trade Despite Rain
Merchants in Pella reported their best one day business yet after a Saturday bargain sale despite heavy rain. Shoppers bought eatables and apparel at lower prices, with many entering enthusiastic. A rerun bargain day is planned for Wednesday September 21, and tickets to the moving picture show will be given with every bargain purchase. An auction sale by Nic, offering to dispose of property or stock, invites local participation and promises low selling expenses.
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Methodist Book Concern
Iowa
E. H. Waring
Lloyd Tenant
Burkett
Pleasant
Pella
Thomas's
Nic
Boesrup and Van Veen Wed in Des Moines Ceremony
Mr W H Boesrup of Des Moines and Miss Flora Van Veen of Pella were united in marriage Tuesday evening September 6 at the home of Rev R R Sadler with the ceremony officiated by the clergyman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Boesrup
Des Moines
Flora van Veen
Pella
R. R. Sadler
Lena Bryant and Allen Ulrich Wed in simple ceremony
Lena Bryant daughter of Mr and Mrs John Ulrich married Allen Bryant of California at five o'clock today at the Ulrich home on East Franklin street. Rev Vander Werf of the First Reformed Church officiated. Only immediate friends attended. They will reside in California. The Chronicle extends congratulations.
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Luther B. Wilson
D. D
Board of Home Missions and Church’ Extension
Second Reformed Church
Charles M. Boswell
Philadelphia
Penn
Baptist
J.W. Potter
Trinity Church
Keokuk
T. W. Jeffery
First Church
Ottumwa
John Ulrich
East Franklin Street
Lena
Allen Bryant
California
Vander Werf
First Reformed Church
The
Chronicle
Mission Festival of Reform ed Churches a Grand Success
The Mission Festival of the Reformed Churches of Pella and Vicinity held last Tuesday drew record attendance and finished with a total collection of 812 dollars. A detailed post festival report is promised next week.
Local couple welcomes baby girl in Dixon Illinois
Telegraph notice from Dixon Illinois on Wednesday morning announces the arrival of a baby girl at the Leland home. Relatives including Grandpa B H Van Spankeren join in the joyful greeting as the family shares happy news.
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B. H. van Spankeren
Dixon
Ilinois
City school to reopen Monday with grade 8 programs
Notice to school patrons announces The City School will reopen on Monday September 12 presenting grade arrangements including Kindergarten through Eighth grade. School officials emphasize steady operations and standard classes resuming after break.
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Neluding
Dedicatory Services Mark First Reform Church in Eddyville
Eddyville Tribune reports early Tuesday trains brought attendees to the dedication of the First Reformed Church. Dutch language afternoon rites drew a large crowd, while evening services in English featured a famed anthem and Rev. W. J. Duiker from Leighton, Iowa. Duiker spoke on the greatness of small things, urging faithfulness in daily duties and noting the church’s growth from nine to thirty-nine members.
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Second Reformed Church
Epworth League
J.E. Corley
Rranklin Hamilton
D. D
American University
Washington, D. C
L. B. ‘Wilson
Ottumwa
T.B. Hughes
Oskaloosa
J. W. Potter
J. R. Hanley
E. J. Shook
Eddyville
W. J. Duiker
Leighton
Iowa
Duiker
Amarkable
Napoleon
Franklin
Lincoln
Christ
de Broyn
Pella
Man
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Methodist Episcopal Church of
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W. H. Dillon
D. Phillips
Chartered
Book Concern
General Conference Board of Conference
J. Fo Stout
Minnesota Conference
General Board of Conference
Garrett Biblical Intitute
Dr. Hayes
D.C. Smith
Handy
Grinnel
Sua Ceaerent
Beta Union
Ak Benvices
Hand OF Death
Baby Wilson
Uavmens
Teady
Iran
Boesrup—Van Veen
Bryant—Ulrich
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