Council Studies Feasibility of New Water Filter
Malvern town council weighs a small test filter at the pump station promising cleaner water with near total impurity removal except slight manganese. Cost could reach about 2000 dollars while officials also cleaned the 63 000 gallon water tank by lifting the tower and boosting pressure to scrub silt slime and rust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
State Department of Health
Counci
Sletisiiely
Harry Dimn
J. R. Caddwell
Chemett
Auction Company Shifts Sale Time in Malvern Area
The Malvern auction sales move to Saturday evenings, starting this week at 7:30 p.m., to accommodate farmers busy in the fields. The new schedule applies over the heavy work season, with sales held in the Malvern sale barn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vielding
Malvern
Ballard Tay
Emerick Leases Malvern Standard Oil Station
Emerick leases the Standard Oil station in Malvern this week taking over operation Monday morning. Lester Spencer, former operator, returns to his Talor home. Emerick plans added customer service including car servicing and washing alongside gas and oil sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S I Oae
Emerick
Malvern
Lester Spencer
Talor
Bible School Picnic At Salyers Farm Near White Cloud
Teachers and most pupils from the Methodist church vacation Bible school held a picnic Tuesday at the Geo F Salyers farm in White Cloud township. Over 30 people participated and enjoyed a bountiful dinner before returning home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Geo. F. Salyers
White Cloud
Township
Sail Conservation Directors Meet Here
County directors of the soil conservation association and planning board met Thursday at the Community building with F. L. Brinacombe and R. B. Lyford of the CCC Camp and County Agent John Longstreet. J. F. Wearin was elected representative to the state meeting set for August 8 at Iowa State College Ames. Attendees included Chas. W. Shaw, C. E. Wilson, Donald A. Goos, Rae T. Hilton, Fred W. Kruse, B. Frank Buffington, Walter E. Klindt, Ira Turner, J. M. Steele and Art Burgain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Son Conservation Association and Planning Board
F. L. Brinacombe
R. B. Lyford
CC Camp
John Longstreet
Mills County
J. F. Went
Iowa State College
Ames
J. F. Wearin
Chas. W. Shaw
C. E. Wilson
Donald A. Goos
Rae T. Hilton
Fred W. Kruse
B. Frank Buffington
Walter E. Klindt
Ira Turner
J. M. Steele
Art Burgain
Luther Receives Bachelor of Music Degree at Simpson College
Miss Jeannette Luther of Hastings earned a Bachelor of Music at Simpson College's 70th commencement as 330 seniors received Bachelor of Arts and 16 earned Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Luther was active in extra curricular work and will supervise music in Sidney next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeannette Luther
Hastings
Simpson College
Lather
Sidney Selvers
Alias Laither
Sehial Abe
la P96
Hopper War: Mills County Faces Poisoning Threat
Crarity Agent Jol Lomestreet reports that 33 tens of poisoned tran have been laid at locations by farm reports. The poisoning aims to spread to Rawles township, with advice that it would be most effective to extend into neighboring areas. Free brat and poison are claimed available with a small mixing fee, and Long street urges farmers to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County
Rawles Township
Lannstreet
Longstreet
Wortman Memorial Journalism Scholarship at Mary Hardin-Baylor
Antomieer recently announced a Helen Zene Wortman Memorial Scholarship at Mary Hardin Baylor to honor Helen Wortman who led the journalism department. The award is $80 yearly to a student showing scholastic excellence and potential in journalism or administration of the fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antomieer
Mary Hardin-Hayer Vallege
Helen Zene Wortman
Miss Wortman
J. C. Hardy
Mary Hardin-Baylor
Death Claims Joe Shaw on Friday
The Mills County community mourns Joe Shaw a long time farmer and church Deacon. Born March 28 1864 he died after a heart condition while near Bartlett and Glenwood. Survived by his wife Ella Rodman Shaw son Walter four brothers and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held at Glenwood Christian church with Rev Don Crewdson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Shaw
Mills County
Bartlett
Ella Rodman
Walter
Glenwood
Bessie Anthony
Mr. Shaw
Christian Church
Tabor College Dean Delivers Sermon at Methodist Church
The Tabor College dean preached at a Hastings church on Sunday delivering a religious discourse about the troubled world and urging contemplation of faith. He led the congregation, continuing a longstanding involvement with the Hastings community and church activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lean Georgy Wheef Tuboodygy
Tee Hastings
County 4 H Girls Elect Ruby Karr President at Rally
Ruby Karr, Busy Bee of Plattville, was elected president of County 4 H Girls at a Malvern rally. Officers announced included secretary Alice Klindt and historian Marjorie Klindt. A busy year was reviewed with reports, contests, music, and a picnic program for parents and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruby Karr
Mns
Malvern
Eluh
Ruby Kare
Plattwville
Awistipe
Faeve Wilson
Otther Abhieurs
Setey Plimh
Rutherson
Karlbent Toredan
Clover Coe
Alice Klindt
Belles of
St Mary's
St Marys
Ty Lorraine Dasher
Ting Secretin
Marjorie Klindt
Phyllis Heins
Detmatstrationt Aga
Dhe
Wharhies Jordan
Clever Cooks Club
Anidety Ant Farm
Atmos
Violet Bailey
Tastings
Oithers
Eluby
Berenice Manson
Psy Heosy
Leon Thiessehafer
Clinton Parker
W. L. Fickel
Benton
Meas
Richard Green
St. Mary's
Irman Tando
Jess Phelps
Argil Bacon
Ray Plumb
Clever Cook's
Tiar
Ret Talbot
Silverette Club
Helles of St. Mary’s Club
Rural Young People Meet in Pacific Junction
Twenty three members of the Rural Young People organization gathered last Wednesday at Shirley Lincoln’s home in Pacific Junction for the May meeting. Plans for a camp and an amateur stunt were discussed. Shirley Lincoln was named temporary secretary, with Beda Anna Stille and Edith Alexander joining as new members. The evening featured games led by Rose and Wayne Lincoln, refreshments prepared by Rosemary Rodman and Shirley Lincoln, and closing cheers. The next meeting is set for July 14 at Walter Green’s home two and a half miles southwest of Pacific Junction, with a note inviting all young people over 19 to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young People’s Organization
Shirley Lincoln
Pacific Junction
Beda Anna Stille
Edith Alexander
Rose
Wayne Lincoln
Rosemary Rodman
Walter Green
Weednesday
New-born Son of Raymond Tackett Dies After Birth
The newborn son of Mr and Mrs Raymond Tackett died shortly after birth. He was survived by his parents and three sisters Byte Ty Doma Greta Pearl and Via Drothye. A funeral service was held with relatives attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Tacketts
Hubert Wayne Tarkett
Raymond Pekett
Wits Tata Iu
Atul Nother
Byte Ty
Doma
Greta Pearl
Via Drothye
Countywide Damage from Bridge Incident Reported
Citizens report debris and repairs after a county bridge incident damaged the county road network. Officials tally estimated losses near ten thousand dollars to the county’s read system and note multiple routes disrupted during the event.
Drainage Bonds Go at Par by Des Moines Firm
A Des Moines firm Shaw McDermott Sparks acted as the sole bidder on a drainage bond issue estimated around 47000 dollars. The offering, drawn at par, received bids that reflected a 4.12 percent rate and was subsequently withdrawn after the bid appeared, with remarks from observers noting the unusual bid pattern and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. M
Tony Ureck
Shaw, McDervitt & Sparks
Wes Moines
Rena
County Officials Attend State Meeting at Davenport
County Supervisors S J Rewterson and Mir fea Watts attend a Davenport state meeting alongside Auditor BoA, Treasurer Mantriee Mastares, Clerk Gireene Jr, Recorder Whartie Brown, Engineer TE Miteray, and Farm Superintendent Dewey Van Orsdel as Mills county hosts festively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County
Tess Westerding
Davitt
S.J. Rewterson
Mir Fea Watts
Boa
Setiree
Mantriee Mastares
Cher OV. Gireene Jr
Whartie Brown
Tengineer TE
Tax Penalty Extended to Unpaid Sums
A three percent penalty applies to taxpayers who did not pay their first half assessments by July 1. Normally due April 1, the penalty was delayed to July 1, and the total due will include three fourths of one percent per month.
Liquor Sales Dip In May For Local Store
A local liquor store reported a May decline of nearly $100 from April, with sales at 1865.72 versus 1961.18. Statewide liquor sales also fell, dropping about 12,400 in May compared with prior figures.
Purcell and Young Wedding Anniversary Dinner
The Purcell and Young families held their annual anniversary dinner Sunday at the W. S. Young home marking the Purcell 34th and Young 32nd anniversaries. Attending were Gordon and Purell with Bruce and Sandra from Oakland, Harold Bixler and Randall, Gerald and Richard Young from Atbert Lea Minnesota, plus Maxine Purcell De Diago of Chicago absent. The highlight was screening last year’s anniversary film by Mr. Purcell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purcell and Young
W. S
Chicago
Purcell
Children’s Day Programs Spell Cheer Across Churches
A strong turnout marked Sunday’s Children’s Day services at several churches with enjoyable programs. The Presbyterian program featured a miscellaneous service tied to home mission support, dominated by group singing and class pagesant pieces. The primary and junior departments presented a pageant while each department contributed displays and floral touches amid the festive atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Raptt
Willy Sommes
Soil Conservation Tour Starts Today
Community event opens with a soil conservation tour featuring local farms and administrators. Participants will learn erosion controls, crop practices, and watershed protection as part of a statewide program. Officials urge turnout and provide transport information.
150 Kids Enrolled at Playground for Summer Activity
A local summer program has 150 children enrolled at the playground. Teachers and volunteers supervise daily activities, including crafts and swimming, with Miss Wialligate planning focus sessions. The project, under the AWEAA, aims to broaden services and acquire resources for ongoing youth programs.
Rehearsals Planned for County Festival
Rehearsals are scheduled on a new calendar for the Mills County festival to be held in Malvern July 11. High school and youth choruses rehearse Sunday June 27 at the Malvern Community building with choruses from Mills County attending. The event is directed by Mrs J E Ellison with Miss Mary Logan of Glenwood directing the youth. Accompaniment will be provided by Mrs Hatfield of Emerson and Prof Channing McMahon of Williamsburg Kentucky, visiting Emerson. Choruses will rehearse separately then meet as a county group once or twice before the festival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
Malvern Comin
Mills County
J. E. Ellison
Mary Logan
Glenwood
Faith Ris
Hatfield
Emerson
Channing McMahon
Williamsburg
Pace Goes to Kansas City for United Film Ad Work
E Pace, manager of the Mis theatre, leaves for Kansas City Tuesday to take a sales position with United Film Advertising Co. He will still oversee the theater while traveling the territory and anticipates a brief stint this summer with the possibility of future work reappearing later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pace
Mis Theatre
Kansas City
United Film Advertising Co
Phelps Markets Big Herd of Herefords
A large county herd moved to Omaha led by Jess Phelps of north of Hastings. The fat Herefords numbered 315, a heavy total even for Phelps a leading stock feeder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phelps
Jess Phelps
North of Hastings
Omaha
A. V. Clues
Mr. Phelps
Playground thanks donors for park improvements
The park board extends thanks to the Junior Chamber of Commerce and the American Legion Auxiliary for generous donations to purchase supplies and equipment for the playground. Parents are invited to visit the playground to view the recreational activities provided for the children of the community. Mrs. A. P. Kihuartin, Chairman Board of Park Commissioners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junior Chamber of Commerce
The
American Legion Auxiliary
A. P. Kihuartin
Park Commissioners
Three Mills Countians Graduate at Iowa State
Three Mills Countians were among the graduates at Iowa State University. Names listed include Janet, Settee, and others, with graduates from Ames and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State
MGIS
Ced Lee
Janet Mace Settee
Alero
Daacheler
Central Committee Met in Glenwood
Fragmentary OCR record notes a meeting of a central committee in Glenwood with garbled text and unreadable phrases. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are identifiable beyond the location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood
Unclear OCR Fragment Highlights Local Place Names
Fragmentary OCR text references numerous improper spellings and misplaced words. The readable bits suggest names like Pristines and Tiger, with mentions of a hostines hall and nearby tracks. No coherent event, date, or clear subject emerges from the garbled passage.
Scouts Win Honors at Sioux City Camp
Scouts from Malvern dominated the Sioux City encampment with a winning softball tourney showing strong overall performance. The Malvern group received broad support as staff organized tracking, sports, crafts, and recaps while leaders like Mr. Dyke and Charles Johnson guided tests and trails. Frank Bell gained 10 pounds, Charles Johnson 8, and Jimmy Hering 6, indicating camp life agreed with the boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vathonteethinaasin
Malveriy Fey
Scontetster
Dale Dyke
Sie
MD Hhomeb
Wits
Sport
Aimb
Tenia
Psd
Tore Vivier
Wien
Phi Atenee
Tyger
Dyhat
Tye Hurting Wortley
Sears
Scott
Frank Bell
Charles Johnson
Jimmy Hering
Exciting Election Planned by R Y P
An upcoming election planned by the R Y P features a two minute campaign talk per candidate and jibes at opponents. Nominees include President Wayne Lincoln Walter Greeny manager Red Redsman Albert Brandt. Vice President Rose Lincoln Jimmy Hendersons Esther Lincoln Shirley Lingaln. Treasurer Anna Asmussen Marjorie Klindt managers Jurid Anderson and Mice Blinds. Secretaries Dane Anderson Alice Klindt Bethyl Dineo cole and Marjorie Klindt. Reporters Bethyl Gineoch Merrill Nuss and team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tulu
Walter Green
Iis
Aiamwers
Wayne Lincoln
Walter Greeny
Red Redsman
Albert Brandt
Rose Lincoln
Jimmy Hendersons
Esther Lincoln
Shirley Lingaln
Anna Asmussen
Marjorie Klindt
Jurid Anderson
Dane Anderson
Alice Klindt
Bethyl Dincole
Marjorie Kliandt
Bethyl Gineoch
Merrill Nuss
Ane Anderson
Rosemary Redman
Drivers' License Test to be Given Wednesdays
Test notices inform applicants that driving licence testing will occur each Wednesday at the city office. The announcement lists eligibility steps and required documents for the examination and renewal process.
Rainfall Surpasses Normal Amid Big June Showers
Nebraska Light and Power station data show total rainfall for the year above normal with high precipitation in May and March. The report lists monthly totals for January through May, noting May at above average levels and indicating overall wet conditions for the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete Wet Kant
Evbert
Malic
Rene Whieh
Pepiett
Tueshty
Nebraska Light & Power Tasake
Trade Promotion Attracts Shoppers In Malvern
Malvern's Wednesday night trade promotion drew shoppers from across the county with two large grocery baskets up for grabs. Winners listed include Cara Wynia Mrs Arthur Dy G L Malley Mr Guy Lowrey Mrs J H Plumb Miss Hagel Owens Mrs John Krakow Melvin Trimmer Robert Chamberlain Fob Grinacombe Ben Savith and Forrest Hatfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malvern
Cara Wynia
Arthur Dy
G. L. Malley
Guy Lowrey
J. H. Plumb
Hagel Owens
John Krakow
Melvin Trimmer
Robert Chamberlain
Grinacombe
Ben Savith
Forrest Hatfield
Mr. Brinacombe
Hrinacomby
Mills Countians Attend State Convention Trip
Nine girls and leaders from Mills County travel to Ames for the state 410 girls convention. They aim to learn program ideas for their work and plan to return Sunday. Leaders listed include Miss Phallis Heise and Mes. Leu York among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mills County
Mort
Anes
Cellege
Phallis Heise
Hemi Demetisticatert
Leu York
Bacnie Tree Hom
Hiehard
Coach Blais
Vind Peeter Schraefer
Lorraine Dashiel
Baby Fare
Marjo Khali
Kathleen Bhasun
Kathleen Doodin
Saban Fener Worle
Fan
Organizations Give Playground Funds
Local groups pledge funds for a new community playground project. Donations from civic clubs and youth organizations total several thousand dollars, with a goal of improving access and safety for children across the neighborhood.
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Council
Bible School Picnic
Sail Conservation
Luther
Texas School
Tabor College
Methodist Pulpit
Sundey
Karliss Jordan
Rapiddy
Mlarfin
Davenport
Proskyty
Capua
Sana
Mery Sue
Raphy
E. Pace
Film Booking Group
Amy
Beedeymarbert
Mic Heaton
Sioux City
R.Y.P
Pariver Hemiise
Mills
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