Depot Work to Start Soon at Pella
Survey crews led by W L Mattoon of the Keokuk division of Rock Island arrived in Pella to begin site work for a new passenger depot. Contractor Vaulk of Rock Island will erect the cherry red pressed brick building, with ground on site within days and occupancy planned well before snow. The project improves the town’s appearance and proximity to the business district, fulfilling long awaited public demand.
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W. L. Mattoon
Keokuk
Rock Island
G. H. Tudor
J.L. Brockway
Pella
Vaulk
Nots
Des Moines
Mattoon
Huber
Death Record for the Week Chronicle Note
Four deaths occurred since the Chronicle last visited its readers. Many homes are saddened by the absence of loved ones, reflecting a period of bereavement and loss across the community.
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Chronicle
Deaths and burials in local area report
A series of brief death notices from near Pella and surrounding towns recount William Spence dying at his home after a paralysis attack, with a son and daughter, burial plans to St. Anthony near Marshalltown, an infant child of Mr and Mrs Jacob Visser dying at home, and Vain Gorkum passing away after a short illness and mild exertion. Funeral services were held at Bethany church and cemetery.
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Wiliam Spence
Howerton
Mr. Spencer
Pella
St. Anthony
Marshalltown
Jacob
Visser
Bethany Church
M rs Henrietta Sell dies after long illness in city home
Mrs Henrietta Sell aged 67 died of cancer at her home in the south part of the city last Tuesday at 9 50 am. Funeral at 2 pm at the Baptist church conducted by Rev Richmond A Swilch. Born in the Netherlands October 30 1837 she came to the United States in 1849 and lived in Lancaster New York before moving to Iowa in 1855. She married Martin Sell July 13 1856 and leaves three foster children.
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Henrietta Sell
Martin’ Sell
Baptist Church
Richmond A. Swilch
Baptist Church of
Monroe
Henrietta. Helmstra
Netherlands
United States
Lancaster
New York
Iowa
Martin Sel
Henrietta Sel
Pella
Rathone Sisters Lead Band Benefit For Ballengee Concert
The Rathone Sisters report strong progress in canvassing for a band benefit next Saturday in the public square to aid the Ballengee Concert Band. Other bands may join, with a parade planned in the afternoon featuring multiple bands and local squads, weather permitting. If rain comes, the social moves to the opera house hall upstairs.
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Rathone Sisters
Ballengee
Chas. le Cocq
Cox Military Band
Gooperstille Editor Arrives in City for Visit
Mr O De Vos editor and proprietor of the Gooperstille Michigan paper arrived in the city for a planned visit and meetings with local officials and business leaders.
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de Vos
Justice Court Takes a Hand in Pella Disturbance
In Pella last Saturday evening a group of drunken men caused trouble. Hank Brower assaulted Roelofsz and slapped Mrs Roelofsz, prompting police to arrest him after a struggle at the Roelofsz store. Brower was jailed and fined 55 dollars and 65 cents after a Monday trial before Justice Van Vliet. John Strutt, a coal miner from Dunreath, was jailed overnight for drunkenness and given a lenient second chance after promising to reform.
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Palla
Hank Brower
Brower
Mr. Roelofsz
Roelofsz
Marshal den Adel
J. E. Beard
Emery O'Brien
Iris
Chas
Dillon
Marshal Beard
den Adel
O'Brien
G. van Vliet
Marshal O’brien
John Strutt
Dunreath
Pella
Goa
Thirty third Reunion at Sigourney Town Notes
Sigourney hosts a Thirty third Reunion with Iowa veterans recalling Civil War service. The Sigourney Review marks forty three years since comrades answered the nation’s call and notes time has thinned their ranks, with many survivors no longer in the prime of life yet sharing enduring camaraderie.
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Sigourney
Iowa
Sigourney Review
Che'fulleat
al Too
Regimental Muster and Civil War Service Chronicle
The 4th of October 1862 marked the regiment’s muster into United States service under Col. Samuel A. Rice who led until 1893 when he became Brigadier General. Col. Mackey took command in 1864 and a Jenkin's Ferry battle left Rice wounded and his widow honored by veterans. The unit fought in Arkansas and Mississippi then began muster out on June 24, 1865, ending discharge on August 8, 1865 after a slow voyage to Davenport and Galveston and New Orleans postings.
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United States Service
Samuel A. Rice
Rice
O. ‘Ei. Mackey
Arkansas
Mississippi
Galveston
New Orleans
Key
Davenport
Walt
Livery Barn Sold to Baker and Snyder in Faikfield
The livery barn and stock formerly owned by De Cook and Wheeler was sold to G I, now owned by Mes. Baker and Snyder, two gentlemen from Faikfield. They have taken possession and Mr Israel has left Pella for his former home. Baker and Snyder are described as gentlemen who understand the livery business and are expected to settle in the old Dutch town.
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de Cook & Wheeler
G. I. Isans
Mes
Baker & Snyder
Faikfield
Israel
Pella
Lightning Kills Four at Indianola County Fair
The Advocate Tribune reports four people were struck by a lightning bolt at the Indianola county fair poultry exhibit. Ray Anderson and Theodore Young died instantly, while Carl Peterson and Blaine Wright died after several minutes. Blaine Wright is identified as son of E B Wright, a former banker in Pleasantville.
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Indianola
Advocate Tribune
Arb
Ray ‘Anderson
Theodore Young
Carl Peterson
Blaine Wright
Blain Wright
E. B. “Wright
Zendings feest of Pella churches postponed then praised
The Annual Zendings feest of the Reformed churches of Pella and vicinity was postponed from September 1 due to rain and muddy roads and held on September 15. Rev. Zwemer and Rev. J. A. Bentle spoke on evangelism in India and Arabia, with strong attendance and a total mission fund of 381.81 plus 80.00 from Young Ladies Missionary Society refreshments. The event aimed to inspire prayer and broader mission work in coming years.
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Reformed Churches
Pella
S. M. |Awemer
D. D
Arabia
J. A. Beattie
India
Zwemer
First Reformed Church
H. J. Pletenpol
Rhynsburger
Reformed Church of South Africa
H. J. Pietenpol
Dr %Wemer
P. de Pree
Young Ladies’ Missionary Society
Kingdom of God
Lome
Coal bids sought for Pella schools
Notice invites bids for furnishing and delivery of coal for the Pella schools for the present school year. Bids must be received up to October 6 and should specify items separately.
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Pella
Oatober
Churches Offer Free Sunday Services This Week
Notices under this head state Sunday services will be open to all churches free for one week. Preaching services are planned in the morning and evening at the usual times, with other services held at the usual hours.
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I. ©. Edwards
Oath and Rich Man in The Home Mission Sermons
Second Reformed Church led by Pastor Wm J Van Kersen offers 10 46 a m worship with the oath and 7 30 p m sermon The Rich Man and Lazarus Sabbath school at 9 30 a m and a prayer meeting at 6 30 p m focusing on The Home Mission Work of our Denomination Everyone is invited.
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Wm. J. van Kersen
Lazarus
Too Late for Pella Fair Tale from South Dakota Letter
A South Dakota letter to L Stegeman of Pella Iowa notes the Mitchell Corn Palace event runs until the 30th and promises samples from Hand county which placed fourth at the state fair. It mentions rain halting threshing and compares quality favorably to rivals. D H Smith signs off.
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South Dakota
L. Stegeman
Hand County
D, H, Smith
Prominent Ruinells Marry in September Home Ceremony
A very impressive ceremony was held at the home of Rev. ReiKy Porter in Indianola on Thursday, September 14, 7105. The event united prominent Ruinells in marriage, marking a notable social moment.
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ReiKy Porter
Indianola
Thursdig Avert Og
Klyde' Be
Wedding Banquet After Ceremony at Tod Hunter Hotel
Groom with Miss Lilian McAdoo sister of the groom and Harry Keller attended a banquet at Tod Hunter Hotel. Ma and Mrs. McAdoo returned home Friday and will move to housekeeping on their farm north of Runnells.
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Groom
Fire destroys Van Spanckeren store and residence at Olivet
A large blaze Monday evening consumed the old Van Spanckeren store building and residence in Olivet. The fire began around ten and raged until midnight, with investigators unable to determine its origin at this time.
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van Spanckeren
Olivet
Monroe Mayor Dies Suddenly at Home
George M. Cowles, mayor of Monroe, died suddenly from heart disease at his residence on Monday morning. Funeral services were held at ten o'clock this forenoon.
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George M. Cowles
Monroe
Classis of Christian Reformed Churches in Iowa in session
The annual Classis of the Christian Reformed Churches of Iowa meets in this city at the First Christian Reformed church with a large attendance.
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Christian Reformed Churches of
Woman’s Pardon Petition Denied by Governor Cummins
Des Moines reports Josephine Wilson of Oskaloosa seeks a pardon from Governor Cummins after a nine month sentence for lewdness that sent her to Anamosa for five years. She faces opposition from 77 letters to the pardon office as prominent locals are whispered into bitter factions. The governor refused to grant the petition.
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Des Moines
Josephine Wilson
Oskaloosa
Iowa
Cummins
Anamosa
Marion County Old Settlers Reunion at Knoxville
Marion County Old Settlers Picnic scheduled for next Wednesday September 27 in Knoxville. Gen J B Weaver will speak as the day’s orator amid an elaborate program. The event aims to become an annual gathering with future sites rotating to broaden attendance. Knoxville brass band and Neelys drum corps will provide music, and a souvenir will be given to each attending old settler.
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Marion County
Knoxville
J. B. Weaver
Neely
Farms for sale in Murter and nearby counties
Multiple farm listings in Murter Mahaska and Jasper counties offered for sale. Inquiries directed to W R Howerton at American House Pella Iowa. Also notices from Rev Edwards announce church services and new Methodist pastor Rev and Mrs Fred Edwards settling into the area.
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Mahaska
Jasper County
W. R. Howerton
American House
Pella
Iowa
Fred.Hdwards
Ally-Ans
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Falta Christian
The
van Stigt
M. A. Clark
Oakland Cemetery
William Spence
Jacob Visser
Henrich van Gorkum
Gorkum
Justice Court
Second Reformed Church
Monroe's
Old Settlers’. Reunion
L. Papma
Chicago
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