Mills County Teater Adverts Circulate Broadly Across Town
Tale Sheltons at Sheridan reprint a Sheridan Press item about Hoss Traddin’s ad for the Salyers Auto Co. Fans at a basketball tourney saw high pressure action from Bill Harbor of Henderson who nearly set a tourney scoring record, with Rubenking of Malvern close behind at 46. Receipts at the tourney matched last year’s Glenwood total despite a snowstorm. The School Masters Club raised 307 dollars with net proceeds to the participating schools. Malvern high reports debate activity, to be explored in Emailchess.
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Sheltons
Sheridan
Wye
Sheridan Press
Col. Winn
Hoss Traddin
Salvers Auto Co
Salyers
Bill Harbor
Henderson
Harbor
Sipointe
Rubenking
Malvern
Glenwood
Services Held for Henderson Lady Sarah Woods
Funeral services were conducted at the Henderson Methodist church for Mrs. Sarah Margaret Woods nee Qurford born April 20 1849 in Bradys Bend Pa died January 31 1940 at her Henderson Iowa home aged 90 years nine months and 11 days Rev K E Neabitt of Coin a former Henderson pastor led the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson Methodist Church
Sarah Margaret Woods
K. E. Neabitt of
Coin
Henderson
Qurford
Bradys Bend
Thomas Burford
Mary Burns Burford
Aelia Charmer
Family of Joel Woods and Sarah Burford Widens in Midwestern Move
Sarah M Burford Woods wife of Civil War veteran Joel Woods died after long life on the same Monroe County homestead. Born with three deceased children and three living, she moved from Pennsylvania to Illinois then Missouri, aligning with Presbyterian, Lutheran, and later Methodist churches. Her survivors include Mrs Jessica Curran Oakland Walter Burford Woods Harlan and Mrs Alberta Maloy Portland Ora. She loved roses fine china and making rugs, and paid debts promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joel Wooda
East Drady
Armstrong County
Illinois
Monroe County
Henderson Methodist Church
Presbyterian Church
Mr. Woods
American Lutheran Church
Methodist Church
Independents to Play in Glenwood Tourney
The Independents, a local town basketball team, will compete in a Glenwood tournament running from Tuesday February 13 to Saturday February 17. Other teams include Letnor Dalry, Tabor Boosters, Randolph, Tabor Merchants, Red Oak Aces, Dodge Jd, Underwood, Thurman, and more as the Frat game Tuesday at 7 is noted. a posttournament dance follows Saturday night for attendees with tickets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood Art Gawry
Co. T
EN. Q
Malvern
Strahan
Tuvedey
Letnor Dalry
Tabor Boosters
Randolph
Tabor Merchants
Co. Lt. Pp
Tabor
Red Oak Aces
Dodge Jd
Fillard
Caran
Underwood
Hawdluga
Thurman Aglow
Naturday Wiebl
Uckwls
Scouts of Mills district join radio court of honor tonight
Tonight boy scout troops from five towns in the Mills district meet in the Malvern Community building to participate in the national radio court of honor. The focal court of honor starts at 8 p m with merit badges and advancement pins awarded as names are called during a 8:15 p m broadcast from Station KMA. A music and talks program follows. at 9:30 p m the national scout broadcast will be heard with President Roosevelt and national scout leaders. Similar observances will be held nationwide during Scout Week. all scouts, scouters, friends and others are invited.
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Mills
Malvern
KMA
Roosevelt
Walter W. Head
James E. Weat
U. S
Jude of
Ray
Trial of Mills County Coroner Continues at Bluffs
Mills County coroner Frank H. Raynor faces manslaughter charges after a September collision where his hearse struck another car, killing Edward Brewer, his wife, and daughter Shirley. The defense contends the crash stemmed from a loose casket and Raynor’s unconsciousness, while prosecutors suggest intoxication and negligence. Witnesses, including doctors, testified about his sobriety and condition after the crash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County
Bluffs
Frank H. Raynor
Edward Brewer
Shirley
Reynor
Raynor
Umea
Local Cagers Lose to St Francis in Council Bluffs
Malvern lost to St Francis 32 to 35 as illness sidelined two first string players. Adams Wilhelm and Malcolm Stogdill filled in but could not curb St Francis drives. Blackburn McGinty and Ash led the visitors with eight points each while Rubenking led Malvern with 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
St. Francis
Orioles
Council Bluffs
Foy
Herb Stogdill
Adams
Wilhelm
Malcolm Stogdill
Blackburn
McGinty
Ash
Rubenking
Knight
St. Francie
Strahan
Services Held for Mrs Geo Brower in Glenwood
Services were held in Glenwood Monday at the Myer Funeral Home for Mrs George Brower who died Saturday afternoon. Rev H G Marker officiated. Members of the Rebekah lodge attended and conducted the ritual. Muriel Brower of Weed Oak Cemetery, New Brower, age 82 at death, was a long time resident of Glenwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood
Myer
I Cienwood
George Hrawerer
HG. Mareker
Rebukal Lodge
Muriel Wan
Weed Oak Colltery
New Brower
Gleswood
Weekly temperatures stay above freezing with snow
Warmer comparative temperatures persisted through the week with the mercury above zero almost daily and never dipping below. Sunny days caused more thawing and slippery streets but drew few complaints. A light mist fell on Thursday and six inches of snow occurred on Saturday.
Malvern Council Covers Bowling Alley Ordinance Fee
Malvern's February council session addressed applicability of old recreational ordinances to a new bowling alley. It passed a $10 license fee per alley and instructed the mayor to request cleanup of the Burlington overhead right of way. Council members adjourned to inspect bowling alley operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
State Highway Commission
Burlington
4-H Banquet in Mills County This Saturday Night
Members of Mills county 4-H clubs gather in the Malvern Community Building basement for a banquet and social evening. Frank Reed, state 4-H club worker, will speak. Bud Hertz is toastmaster and Alfon Klindt toastmistress. Committees named. open to all interested. Serving begins at 6:30 with 0c admission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County
Malvern
Frank Reed
Bud Hertz
Alfon Klindt
World Day of Prayer Observed in Malvern Methodist Church
The World Day of Prayer will be observed Friday at 2:30 p.m. in Malvern’s Methodist Church as part of a national event led by the National Council of Women. Local ministers and women from three churches will lead services and a joint program will be conducted with plans for a further Christian service discussion at the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
Methodist Church
National Council of Women
Gb. Maclean
Dlenn W. South
Hoy
Evan J. Stroud
Bouth
Mew Macheun
Wi B. Kerns
DM. Kilne
Frojote
Christian Vervice
Imogene Banker's Tragic Death Shocks Town
Wayne Drake prominent Imogene bank cashier is found dead in the bank basement with a 22 caliber rifle on Thursday Feb 1 at 8 16 p m as bank examiners audit the Imogene branch of Malvern Trust and Savings Bank. Mrs Drake noted his absence after normal morning routine and the case remains under investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imogene
Wayne Drake
Malvern Trust & Savings Bank
Drake
Youth Meeting planned for April 7 at Champion
Howard Daven state executive secretary for the Iowa Christian Endeavor Union met Thursday night with representatives from many Christian Endeavor Societies and district 20 officers at Velma McLain's home in Emerson to lay plans for an unusually fine youth meeting on April 7 at Champion. More about this will appear later in the paper. Watch for it.
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Howard Daven
Iowa Christian Endeavor Union
Christian Endeavor Societies
District 20
Peb
Velma McLain
Emerson
Champion Ili
Cub Scouts Host Patriotic Program at Community Building
A Cub Scouts pack meeting led by Dr. T B Shonka featured Miss Pearl Geiger’s group presenting two plays Tony and the Star Spangled Banner and Facts on the Life of Abraham Lincoln. Dick Eliott gave Washington life facts and Malcolm Campbell wrote the puppet show script.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. B. Shonka
Malcolin
John Slothower
Edel Knight
Dew
Terry Avalin
Robert Frater Boo
American Legion
Masons Hold Simultaneous Lodge Meetings Nationwide
The Grand Master Homer A. Benjamin of Des Moines calls Iowa’s 547 lodges to gather Monday evening February 12 to discuss fraternity matters and commemorate Abraham Lincoln’s birth. The ninth annual Simultaneous Meetings Night draws Masons from across the state with Silver Urn Dodge No 234 organizing and inviting visiting members and allied groups to join in Malvern and Dimerson affiliates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Homer A. Benjamin
Des Moines
Abraham Lincoln
Uiis
Lona
Humanity Judge of Dimerson
Malvern
Viper sale barn consignment sale announced
Llvyd Mulliatland has leased the Viper sale barn and will hold a consignment sale Friday of each week under the name MU Toothond sales Ver qdltths other stile Ves. Market details and partner names appear garbled but indicate ongoing livestock sale activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mulliatland
Viper Sale
Mirek
Phat
Card of Thanks Poo Witt Yebe Memoriam Note
A card of thanks expresses gratitude for support and sympathy during a difficult time. It honors several individuals and mentions family friends and the community's kindness. It notes appreciation for visits meals messages and memorials.
Thieves Break Into Mineola Beer Parlor
Sheriff W. C. DeMoss reported a break in at a Mineola beer parlor Monday night. Thieves removed six packages of cigars and other small items valued at about 40. local currency. No injuries reported and investigation ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mineola Beer Parlor
Sherif
DeMoss
Mineola
Old Safe Moved from Supervisors' Room
A heavy safe in the court house West Wing was moved last week from the board of supervisors room. It could not be removed intact and had to be cut into pieces to clear the doorway. The gate occupied much space for 15 years and hindered access.
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Court House
Board of Supervisors
Car Sales Run Ahead of Last Year
Chee Heensine sparked ahead of OSG last week when 2510 owners bought Mfeeries. At Lie site the test year only 2570 had obtained the plates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chee Heensine
OSG
Mfeeries
WPA Dance at Glenwood a Success
WPA dance at Glenwood draws crowds as community groups celebrate with music and performances. The event showcases local talent and features a broad turnout, reflecting strong neighborhood support and festive atmosphere.
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Glenwood
Malvern Captures County Cage Title In Thrilling Final
Malvern edged Emerson 83 to 81 to claim the county basketball crown in a tense finish. Emerson led the opening half as Ryans and Patelek drove the offense, but Malvern surged in the closer period, aided by strong foul trouble for Emerson’s Edie and Carlson. Hicks contributed late for Emerson, while Malvern converted free throws to seal victory amid mounting pressure and a crowd that swelled with excitement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annabiel Chom
Govid Tasketbadl
Marie
Ellie
Monswell
Malvern
Joeee
Wits Mimerson
Firat
Taitrick
Emerson
Ryans Larhine Qhick
Patelek
Carlston
Ntne Couarter
Bach
Edie
Carlson
Rubenkite
Orioles
Oheee
Elvimer
Ie Ftat Johnson
Patrick
Intent
Dad Alka
Henderson
Pac, Inc
Junction
Faulkner
Glenwood
Koach
Henderson's Harbor
Van
Vilsott
Faulkaer
A Pratel
Ishor
Strahan
Gtenwood
Strahan Quint
Hall
Costello
Tiast
Will Michelson
Curtis
Solhaal
Mirtelsan
Friedin
Toyet
Cvetenboetia
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Malvern High School
Scouts OF District
George Liljedah
Masters Club
Herb Stopdill
Lawrence Dinghim
Gene Jackson
Harald Boy
Eigene Watbeuking
Churhes Wilhelm
Hariey Knight
Lernard
Charles Trewer
Charles Jolnwn
Liljedwel
Righ
Ae Ein
Imogene Banker
Self
CUB Scouts
Johnson
Jackson
Lodge Hight
ALL Masons
Athena
Wien
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