County Board Approves Pony Creek Flood Basin Purchase
Mills county supervisors meet with Pony Creek drainage landowners to buy 320 acres for a settling basin to end recurring floods in Pacific Junction. Attendees include Estes Konfist Delashmutt and Dean. price to be announced later, funded by bond issue and construction costs.
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Pony Creek
Mills County
Board of Supervisors
Court House
Pony Creek No. 2
Pacific Junction
In- Unity
William Estes
Frank Konfist
Donald Delashmutt
Ernest Delashmutt
Lulu M. Dean
Basketball Teams Enter Annual State Tourney Route
Mills County high school basketball teams join other state quintets as sectional tournaments run March 4 to 6. Glenwood hosts most events with Malvern versus Sidney and Glenwood versus Tabor in opening rounds. Emerson meets Stennett in Villisca, while Henderson faces Silver City and Strahan battles Bartlett in Class A. Class B includes Anderson and Thurman. Winners advance to district meet and state finals for the title.
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Mills County
Glenwood
Emerson
Villisea
Stennett
Malvern
Sidney
Tabor
Henderson
Silver City
Strahan
Bartlett
Pacific Junction
Randolph
Anderson
Thurman
Lumbermen Hold Two Day Convention in Council Bluffs
Mills county lumbermen joined the Southwestern Iowa Lumbermen's association meeting at the Chieftain hotel in Council Bluffs for a two day session. Malvern dealers H L Gearhart and W D Slothower attended the Wednesday meetings along with A P Phillips of Henderson. H E Greenwand of Emerson, secretary of the group, was present both days and gave a 3 fall on Tuesday afternoon as part of the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County Lumbermen
Southwestern Iowa Lumbermen’s Association
Chieftain
Council Bluffs
Malvern
H. L. Gearhart
W. D. Slothower
A. P. Phillips
Henderson
H. E. Greenwand
Emerson
Boy Scouts Host Parents Night at Methodist Church
Members of the Boy Scout troop and many parents and friends gathered at the Methodist church basement for a Parents Night during National Scout Week. The evening featured a short business meeting followed by group activities and games organized by the scouts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scout
Tee Cath
Lawa
Malvern School Board Election To Fill One Vacancy
One vacancy on the Malvern school board will be filled at the school election on March date as the term of Mrs. Mary Juelke who was elected in 1934 expires. Citizens must file petitions at least 10 days before the election with secretary RosL Salyers. Mrs Juelke has made no announcement on reelection.
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Malvern
Mary Juelke
Rosl Salyers
Aekansas
Fee
Bob Buriss
Luni
Sia
Nation
Nic. Republic
New York
Fad
Burd Brow
Mendy
Fae Weill
Geery
Abe
Ratio
Bans
Viner
Winners in Home Declam Contest Enter State Series
First place winners Roberta Ranne Ralph Hall Margaret Ann Buttmann Josephine Hayden Marilouise Juelke Clayton Hertz led a Thursday declamatory contest. They earned spots advancing to state four school events February 24 and county contests pending plans. Dan Seaton of Strahan judged and offered feedback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roberta Ranne
Ralph ‘Hall
Margaret Ann Buttmann
Josephine Hayden
Marilouise Juelke
Mike
Clayton Hertz
Dan Seaton
Strahan
Mills County warm spell with above freezing days
Mills County past week saw near springlike weather as ground thawed and temperatures stayed above freezing. Readings from the Iowa Nebraska Light and Power substation show last Friday reached a high of 42 degrees, and the week never dropped below zero.
Floods Reach Crest as Evansville Floods Spill Over Banks
A resident letter from Evansville recounts the 1937 Ohio River flood. The writer describes rising water, high river stages, and the impact on residents, farms, and daily life as the city reeled from record levels and widespread inundation.
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Paul Jahker
Evansville
Bid
Bert Howard
Ind
Ohio
Lehen
Dream and disaster as waters flood rich and poor towns
The text describes a flood in a southern city forcing rich and poor residents from elaborately built homes valued at 10 to 30 thousand dollars. Water rises to houses, refugees flood the streets, and the Red Cross mobilizes to aid thousands. Martial law is declared with National Guard Marines and Coast Guard deployment as authorities seek order and relief.
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National Red Cross
Red Cross
Ony
Oreer
Toc
National Guard
U. S
U.S. Coast
Funeral Rites Held for C R Brothers in Malvern
Funeral services for C R Brothers, lifelong Malvern resident, were held Tuesday in the Presbyterian church after a brief illness from pneumonia. Attendees included Malvern Fire Department members and relatives. the obituary notes he helped name Malvern, ran his father’s drug store, served as deputy and county clerk, and was a charter fireman. Survived by three sisters and two brothers, plus seven nieces and several out of town relatives attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. R. Brothers
Jennie Edmundsum
Council Bluffs
Presbyterian Church
A. E. Kiser
Malvern Volunteer Tire Department
Mr. Brothers
Fire
S. T. Brothers
Glenwood
Dr. Brothers
Malvern
Charlie
First Presbyterian Church
Tahor College
Alice Keckley
Rebecca Brothers
Hamlin J. Smith
Superior
Wis
H. D. Brothers
Kansas City
Ralph N. Brothers
Los Angeles
Calif
Quenephew
H. V. Brothers
Eves E. Whitfield
St. Paul
Minn
Mildred E. Smith
Wise Mra
Céetl
Dullisth
Mra
Vivian Reid
Marie Brothers
Velma Carroll
Lawton
Okla
Audrey Frakes
Denver
Colo
H. H. Smith
Eves Whitfield
Mint
Glenn. Voyles
Omaha
Guy. Moss
Stafford Christer
Irving Stevens
Ruth
Macedonia
Carl Boltan
Henderson
Oriole Camers to Invade Tabor for Return Tilt
Malvern High School basketball squads travel to Tabor High for a second clash this season. The earlier meeting at home ended in a vice story for the Orioles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oriole
Tabor
Malvern High School
Tabor High
Orioles
Marriage license issued in county seat this week
Clerk of Courts J. Franklin-Keener issued a marriage license during the past week as the office reported its slowest period of the year. The license was issued last Thursday to Robert J. Peast, 21, and Lillian Malone, 19, of Omaha, Nebraska.
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Adobe
J. Franklin-Keener
Robert J. Peast
Lillian Malone
Omaha
Prominent Glenwood Business Man Dies
A. J. Howe 80 prominent Glenwood business man died Friday night after a brief illness. He ran a Glenwood drug store 51 years aside from a term as postmaster during Governor Cleveland’s administration. A longtime Mason, he served as Worshipful Master and belonged to the Royal Arch. Survived by wife, son Dr. Art Howe of Sioux City, and brother J. H. Howe of Glenwood. Masonic burial services were held Monday afternoon.
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A. J. Howe
Glenwood
Tie
Ele
Royal Arch
Masons
Art Howe
Sioux City
J. H. Howe
Mills County Flood Relief Total Reaches $1 154 73
Mills county's share toward flood relief for the Ohio river valley reached 1154.73 this week, with more donations still arriving. County Red Cross chairman W H T Wellens reported that donations came from nearly all parts of the county and the final total is expected near 1200 as additional gifts arrive.
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Mills County
Ohio River Valley
Gans
W. H. T. Wellens
Red Cross
Wellens
Reemployment Office Lists Jobs for Skilled Workers
Milly county Reemployment office in Glenwood lists jobs through Town Reemployment Service affiliated with the National Reemployment Service. Skilled workmen seeking better jobs should register with the county office. Openings include mechanics to casket trimmers and teaching positions.
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Milly County
Glenwood
Town
National Reemployment Service
Local Cage Teams to Clash Here on Friday Evening
The Slyck Panthers visit CC Campers to settle a season score at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Building. Panthers seek revenge after a 24 point loss, bolstered by new players as Campers aim to again defeat them.
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Slyck Panthers
Camp Keys
Black Panthers
Cccers
Panthers
County Treasurer Reports Vehicle Registrations
Three cars and one truck were registered this week at the county treasurer office. The entries include H. A. Paul of Henderson with a Ford sedan, A. C. Buch of Glenwood with a Plymouth sedan, Mrs D. J. Makers of Maleeri with a Chevrolet, and W. W. Gidley Jr. of Malvern with a Ford pickup.
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County’ Treasurer's Office
H. A. Paul
Henderson
Ford Tue
A.C. Buch
Glenwood
Plymouth
Bmrs
D. J. Makers
Maleeri
Chevrolet Gustan
Hichtias
Gidley Jr
Malvern
Ford Pickup
Paralysis Fund tallies for Mills County drive
A Mills County appeal for infantile paralysis funds reports 2250 dollars raised this week and outlines the campaign’s progress. The note lists general contributions, percentages of net proceeds, and ongoing efforts to support the fund despite scattered donations and uncertain totals. The text references local organizers and fundraising milestones amid a broader state campaign.
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Mills County
Bo Mattott
Akiaeiby
Tvali
Affaboy
Ube Geunds Femrup
Hugh Petanttly
Malvern Firemen Plan Anniversary Party With Honors
Malvern firemen prepare for their annual anniversary party at the Community building Monday at 7 o clock. Special guests include wives or lady friends major and councilmen and other friends. Five members will receive 10 year service certificates Frank Austin Hugh Fickel Dale Kline IL Kanee and VE Pace. The evening opens with oyster stew in the basement then moves to the auditorium for bridge and later a show at the Empress theatre.
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Montvern
Frank Austin
Uagh Fickel
Dale Kline
IL. Kanee
VE Pace
Empress Theatre
National Day of Prayer Observed by Malvern Churches
The National Day of Prayer was observed Friday afternoon by women of Malvern churches at the Presbyterian church. Representatives from Baptist Presbyterian Methodist and Christian churches led program segments while others from the congregation filled in for missing speakers. High school students Mineos Winifred Calkins and Virginia Ranne assisted with the program along with Anna Mary Frazier and Mrs G S Eacrett contributed to the music.
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Churches of
Malvern
Orta Hall
B.C. Calling
Baptist Church
So UL Parsons
Presbyterian Church
W. EB. Kerns
Methodist Church
Christian Church
Mineos
Winifred Calkins
Virgina Ranne
Anna Mary Frazier
G. S. Eacrett
Foxworthy P T A Sponsors Declam Contest
The February Foxworthy P T A meeting featured a flax salute led by Marjorie Swoboda and audience performances of America and My Old Kentucky Home. A declamatory contest was planned for the next meeting, with a program including readings, songs, and a pie supper that raised $2.70.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foxworthy P. T. A
Marjorie Swoboda
America
Kentucky Home
FE. Hasselqquist
Homer Haroli
W. Hasselquist
Opal
Ruth Linen
Marie
Florence Swoboda
Opal Lineal
Swoboda
Piansulo
Frances Swoboda
Eading
Donovan Darland
Dorothy Baldozier
Betty Ann Baldocier
Hastings Cafe Robbery Report Rumored Similar Heist
Hastings cafe thieves entered via a pryed door at Muttershaugh cafe stealing cash and candy from a slot machine. The loss is uncertain and no clues were found, with officials noting a similar robbery in Avbuntig and suggesting one suspect may be involved.
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Athiel
Hastings
Muttershaugh
Sherri DeMuss
Clakrese
Sherith DeMose
Avbuntig Sul
Packer
Sunday Schools of Central Part Meet Yeomatial Hert
Sunday Schools of Central Part Meet at Makyerth Methodist church on Saturday evening with guest di bath biBee and related activities. Community attendees from Os thalistha ets Gogel boatherh participate as part of a long standing religious gathering.
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Central Part
Ben Leva
Methodist
Matera Thant
Farm sales near Matern and Talbott yards
Farm sales announced near Matern six miles north and near Talbott. Noons begin next Thursday with closing auctions at the farm six miles south of the county border and at the Malvert sale barn. Auctioneers include Fade Howser and T. A. Talbutt with Jack Amy as the auctioneer. Household goods and farm equipment listed.
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Phree
Ph Anh
Matern
Talbott
Fade Howser
Bermer
Tairview Eluvels
Jack Amy Till Dee
Bridhey Efternioer
Veelock
Walton Seloson
Hare
Phew
Tan
Malvert
T. A. Talbutt
Itz
Orioles Rally to Beat Fremont County Champs Hamburg
The Mahwin Orioles trailed at halftime before a strong second period rally to defeat Hamburg high 25 to 20 in Fremont County. Jackson scored 16 points as Orioles dominate on defense while Hamburg relied on free throws. The Orioles also routed Hamburg seconds 28 to 7, while Walker led Malvern seconds with 17 points.
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Mahwin Orioles
Hamburg
Fremont County
Hambang
Orioles
Ofiole
Jackson
Iiglanes
Walker
Malvern
Gearhart to Lead Malvern Community Club Meeting
H L Gearhart was chosen as president of the Malvern Community Club at a recent meeting held in the Corpreuarity hall. Abe Raviel and other officers were re elected, plans were made for a 1937 dues drive, and officers were authorized to address a traffic sign problem at the highway junction. A post meeting stew was served, with members voting to appoint a committee to fix lighting issues on the neon sign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hell Monk
Attery SW
Spegoud
Abe Raviel
Tremtlier Dew Aafieer
Bob Daves
Bay
Nelson
Syrse
Raygiely
Gearhart
Miri
Malvern
Highway M
Markets Reported in Malvern for Wednesday Feb 17
Markets in Malvern on Wednesday February 17 show price listings for wheat oats and other grains with notes on creamed feeds and legume blends. The report records No 1 and No 2 grades and references local market prices for feed ingredients and produce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
Crean Fees
Bank to Close for Washington's Birthday
The Malvern Trust and Savings bank will be closed all day Monday February 22 in observance of Washington's Birthday. No services will be available and normal operations resume the next business day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern Trust and Savings Bank
Washington
Arkansas traveler tales in a fractured republic
Fragmented OCR text recounts Arkansas travel through Fort Smith Mena and nearby valleys with odd rants on politics race and communism. It mentions Fort Smith and Mena, a hitchhiker, a hotel room with a wool stove, and a lessons in Monopoly. The prose blends local place names with broad critiques of national liberals and agrarian life.
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Iie
We Communist College
Mena
Ain Seathery
Arhiuisia
S. Galiae
Westhas
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Ounty
Bluffs
Boys Scouts
Dor
Paralysis Fund
Malvern Firemen
Women of Churches
Hastings Cafe
Hamburg Quint
Malvern Community Club
The
Arkansas Traveler
Fiat
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