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Newspaper

Malvern Leader

Location

Malvern, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1940

Page

5

Malvern notes on fishing rules and local happenings

Fishermen at Malvern's Bochner's pond must follow legal hook limits to keep fish stocks. The state fish and game department may stop stocking if fishing rules are ignored. Malvern reports a bicyle year with many new bikes on streets. An auditorium at Henderton Christian church was refurbished adding a modern look for services. A manhole near the Community building was repaired after workmen exposed and reset the foundation. Emerson visitors, W. C. Short and Dick Crofton, viewed the office and its new automatic press and Hnotype. They spoke of model trains and engines as hobbies. Speed record claim by L. Br. Saar: a part ordered from Connecticut reached the Gold Storage plant by 11 a.m. the day after shipment.

Malvern Bochner State Fish and Game Department Emerson W. C. Short Dick Crofton Mr. Short Mr. Crofton U. S L. BR. Saar Connecticut

Poppy Day in Malvern Marks War Veterans Aid

Malvern hosts Poppy Day with members of the local Auxiliary downtown to sell commemorative flowers. The poppies, made by World War I veterans in hospitals and veteran institutions, raise funds for veterans and their families, including widows and children.

Malvern

Garden Club Meeting Set for May 28 at Mrs Kline's Home

The Gar den club will meet May 28 at Mrs Pearl Kline's home with Myra Clifford Robbins chairing. The program centers on Unusual Habits of Birds featuring a piano solo by Jane Fletcher soprano solos In the Time of Roses and The Lily and the Bluebell. Dorothy Slothower presents Birds and Their Habits along with bird poems by Mrs F A Wortman. Also planned are Birds I Observe From My Window and other readings by several members, plus a plant sale at the next meeting.

Garden Club Pearl Kline Myra Clifford Robbins Jane Fletcher Dorothy Slothower F. A. Wortman H. J. Benton

Rural eighth grade graduation slated for next Tuesday

A class of 83 rural eighth grade graduates will receive diplomas at the Malvern Community building next Tuesday. County Superintendent Amy Hammers will present diplomas with Rev. Evan R. Stroud delivering the commencement address. An accordion solo by Jean Burgolin will open the program, followed by rural choir, and performances by the Betes School marching band and Pleasant Valley and Foxworthy schools. Misa Hammers will award diplomas. Everyone is invited.

Amy Hammers Malvern Evan R. Stroud Jean Burgoln Betes Pleasant Valley Foxworthy Misa Hammers

Red Cross Seeks Funds in County for War Sufferers

The nationwide Red Cross drives and a $10,000,000 European relief fund reach Milla county with a target of 680 dollars. County workers and the Farm Bureau support the campaign led by Wm. Rodabaugh of Glenwood, aided by local committee members across communities.

RED Cross Milla County Wm. A. Rodabaweh Glenwood Farm Bureau Rodabaugh

Masonic Meeting and Notable Community Life Events

A report notes the Masonic Silver Ura lodge will gather Thursday evening for second degree work. It highlights Lowell Elliott as a central figure in a hospitable, active community life, along with family, church, travel, and work. Also described is a Tuesday gathering at the Phillips home hosting many friends, including 60 year marriage witnesses Mrs BE Phillips and Mrs Harriet Riggs, with several Phillips children and grandchildren present.

Silver Ura Masonic Lodge Lowell Elliott W. M Phillips BE. L. Phillips Grinwold Harriett Riggs Oakland Cal Paul R. J. Viner Henderson Gayle M. Phillips Omaha Donald Baltimore Mr. Phillips Coal Valley Ill Iowa

Pleasant weather brings partial showers to Milla County

The weekly forecast notes a mix of sunshine and spring rains in Milla County aiding farmers. Moisture occurred nearly every day and residents welcomed the favorable, mild conditions for crops.

Milla County

Golden Wedding Anniversary Shine for Henderson Couple

Mr and Mrs T D Phillips observed their eighty years of marriage at their Henderson home where they wed May 21 1890. The couple exchanged vows in Mrs Phillips parents house and later settled in their current residence. They remain active in local progress and enjoy frequent travels expanding their knowledge of the country.

T. D. Phillips Henderson Mrs. Phillips A. L. Hunt Cady Elizabeth Cooper

Memories Shared at Hospitality Phillips Home

A friend called Tuesday at the hospitable Phillips home to reflect on years of shared memories and the satisfaction of longstanding companionship.

Phillips

Bible School Begins Monday in Malvern

Malvern hosts a two week daily vacation Bible school from 9 am to 12 pm in the school building starting Monday. Open to all area children, with classes from kindergarten to leadership training and a focus on Bible study, singing, handiwork and stories. Superintendent is Mr. MacLean with teachers Hey Stroud and Rey South assisting.

Malvern Malvern Ministerial Association Lves MacLean Hey Stroud Rey South

Plans Progress for Girl Scout Troop

Material has been sent for forming a Girl Scout troop with organizing plans under consideration. Age questions arise, with steps to establish sections for younger girls. The organizing committee includes Mrs Frances Klinn, Mrs Alley Wortwau, Mrs W M Hleit, and Mrs Albert Joieann.

Girl Scoute Frances Klinn Alte Yred Buliwaus Mee Ryan BR Strand Alley Wortwau W. M. Hleit Albert Joieann

Malvern Public School Holds Friday Commencement

Public school careers for 27 Malvern students end Friday night with the annual commencement in the Community Building. Dan Turner of Corning, former Iowa governor, will speak. Eighth grade graduates include Wi Mam Kelgo, Mary Allee Washburn, Bonnie Archer, Roy Dean Mansfield, Ronnie Austin, Anthony Croushorn, Doris Hatfield, Edna Marie Alley, Gilda Perkins, Tommy Salyers, Marie Watts, Arlene Bateman, Harold Jennings, Wayne Lyford, Marian Hall, Lawrence Frazier, Carroll Wynta, and Claire Steele.

Malvern Dan Turner Corning Iowa Turner Supt F. M. Davison Wi Mam Kelgo Mary Allee Washburn Bonnie Archer Roy Dean Mansfield Ronnie Austin Anthony Croushorn Doris Hatfield Edna Marie Alley Gilda Perkins Tommy Salyers Marie Watts Arlene Bateman Harold Jeanning Wayne Lyford Marian Hall Lawrence Frazier Carroll Wynta Claire Steele

Mellor Houses to be Sold Today

An auction sale of interest will be held here at 1 30 p m today for the Geo F T Mellor estate. The houses include the family home just east of the school house and a tenant house.

Geo. F. T. Mellor

Election Boards Named for Primary in County

County board of supervisors announces personnel for the primary election and a full list of county and receiving boards on page 6. Some 180 persons will take part across 23 precincts, with 10 counting boards to speed up the process in heavier voting areas.

County Board of Supervisors Polla

Mills County 4-H Band Wins at Golden Spike Days

The Mills County 4-H marching band directed by Warren Darrah won the Class A division at the Golden Spike Days event in Omaha. Beth Wilson accepted the trophy on behalf of the band, which also received a $76 cash prize. the trophy is displayed at Collins Drug Co. Rain canceled the morning parade and moved the contest to the Ak-Sar-Ben Coliseum, with Boys Town and Plattsmouth high bands also competing.

Mills County Warren Darrah Ak-Sar- Ben Collgroom Omaha Beth Wilson Henderson Diaplay Collins Drug Co Boys Town Plattsmouth Nob

Decoration Day Services Set for Malvernalt May 30

Decoration Day observances will be held Thursday afternoon at the Community building and cemetery to honor fallen soldiers buried in Malvern and nearby cemeteries. Dr. F. K. Burnett of Clarinda will speak, with martial music by the American Legion band and Malvern School band, invocations, and a program including Lincoln's Gettysburg Address read by John Imber. A parade to the cemetery will follow, featuring flag ceremonies by the American Legion, school choir, and tributes at gravesites before closing with taps.

Malvern F. K. Burnett Clarinda American Legion Evan R. Stroud BE. G. Wederquiat Reading Flanders Fold Richard Elliott Glenn W. South F. R. Chantry Malvern Boy Reptle Cubacouts John Imber Tapa Jim Hering Clayton Hertz Transportation Committee John Waller R. K. Piper F. J. Jualke J. E. Ellison P. D. Slothower Marion Jones

Decoration Day flower drive urged by committee

The flower committee for Decoration Day asks all who saw to contribute flowers for graveside bouquets. Bring flowers to the Community building basement by 9 a.m. May 30. Volunteers to arrange bouquets are welcome. Malvern stores and businesses will close for Decoration Day with groceries and drug stores closing at 11:30 a.m. for the rest of the day.

Malvern

Aunty Liquor Sales Down Again in Mills County

Liquor sales at Mills county two state stores declined slightly in April. Glenwood posted a near 260 loss while Malvern saw a modest increase. Month totals show Malvern led with 1,238,861,299.08 and Glenwood 1,747,651,649.09 for the period, with total state sales at 1,062,623,801,000,677.97.

Mills County Glenwood Malvern

Also Mentioned on This Page

Henderton W. M. Riett Majverh Carl H. Cook Ra Turner Hastings Horace Greenwood Paul Phillips Frank Red Cross Bible School MH. S.S Mellor Strahan High Gavio Angus Lara Supe
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