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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1933
Page
5
Visitors flock to a vintage Belgium exhibit at the Century of Progress, wandering through a colorful enclosure that features ancient churches and lively cafes. The scene blends cultural imagery with weekly rhythms as crowds explore the village.
Open house in Iowa celebrated the marriage of Rachel French and Frank Leaching, performed May 31, 1689 at Albert Leay Minn. The couple, with roots on local farms near Renwick, gained public confirmation amid social circles. Frank, a Vernon school and Draka University graduate, served in the U.S. Navy and wrestled professionally, drawing bookings nationwide.
Ray Bornholt and Cecelia Klein of Wesley were married in Des Moines last Monday. Rev. Larson officiated at St. Ambrose Church. The bride wore pink silk crepe and carried pink gladioli. attendant Pearl Bornholt wore pale blue crepe and carried salmon pink and yellow gladioli. Attendants Arthur Klein and others wore dark suits. The bridal party returned to Renwick for an evening lunch hosted by Ethel and Dorothy Bornholt. The couple plans to farm near Wesley after the wedding.
Charles Olden aged 82 died at his Toppenish Washington home from an accidental gunshot while hunting and aiding in chickens care. He was son of Mr and Mrs JBE Obien and grandson of Mrs H S Myce of Renwick, survived by his wife and one son. Local notes mention community gatherings and Humboldt County Achievement Day with a dinner and open program.
United reactions from Walter Runciman Hendryk Coltijn and Senator Couzena cling to mixed results of the world economic conference in London. President Roosevelt declares it not a failure though British and Dutch leaders warn of disappointing outcomes and possible worsening conditions for some nations.
Renwick-Hardy beat Clarion for the second time this season, 12 to 6, at Mardy with Gyan keying the pitching and Walsh on Clarion. With four games left, Renwick-Hardy clinches the top spot in the HunRite league as Thor and other results shake standings. Local notes include visits by Andrew Wigans and Aldens, a Europe shipment update, and a Kanawha American Legion picnic at Smith Park.
In a Syracuse Post opinion, the writer argues the United States should strengthen the home market to drive growth. He notes most US orders fund imports via foreign materials and urges expanding domestic consumption to fuel American factories, citing typewriters and other goods as examples and detailing duty-free import shares and raw material reliance.
Mrs Clarence Johnson visits hospital in Mason City last Saturday. Dr and Mrs L R Turner attend family reunion at Turner Iowa. Kensington gathering at Klassie home hosts old friends of Rod ney Mendenhall. Walter McPeak and others depart for Denver two weeks. Luli Shields begins relief work in Humboldt County replacing Antonette Bonnstetter. Weather cooler with rains hindering threshing. oats average about thirty bushels per acre. Corn growing well. roosting cars appear on the table. Local businessmen attend NL R A meeting in Humboldt. small towns gain protection from unethical practices of larger merchants. Concerns over trade and competition noted.
Local employers receive Roosevelt agreements to sign and return to the commerce department. The plan covers August to December 1933 and seeks wage increases, with 14 sections affecting mainly larger establishments. In Renwick small shops with more than two workers are touched, requiring pay readjustments and a 20 percent wage raise capped at 12 dollars weekly, with no hour limit noted.
First Baptist Church Ay Horley with Pastor Ay Horley suspends most services two weeks. Plans resume next Sunday with 10 a.m. Bible School Ruth the Loyal lesson, 10 a.m. Morning Worship, 11 a.m. Young People Meeting led by Mrs Hurley, 8 p.m. Evening Worship on The Church Losing Power. Thursday 2 p.m. prayer meeting to 8:45 p.m. Friday Ladies Mission Circle picnic at Smith Park.
St Pauls Lutheran Church under Pastor Geo F Dirks invites worshippers to both morning and evening services. The church proclaims the Bible as the inspired Word of God and emphasizes plain gospel preaching without sensationalism, inviting all seeking salvation through Jesus Christ.
Evangelical Church announces Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship at 7:00 p.m. Aid Society meets the first Wednesday of each month and the WMS meets on the second Wednesday. Pastor is Laurence Sobs.
A church note from Pastor Relden Weikel discusses a growing church and active community. No service on Sunday August 20 due to pastor and congregation chores and a gathering. A senseless shooting involving a woman who killed her husband hours after their wedding is mentioned, with a slogan questioning why not now.
The piece argues that paying a farmer a bonus for growing wheat resembles rewarding many first, second, and third vice presidents who do not perform specified duties. The satire targets wage incentives and governance practices.
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