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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1944
Page
5
A V mail letter from Pvt Frank Berry overseas shares Christmas greetings with local friends. He notes someone tipped over his coathouse on Halloween and thanks neighbors who helped his mother restore it. He mentions a shortage of tailor made cigarettes and describes the wet climate, joking about the island sinking if barrage balloons were cut.
The next term of the district court for Hombolat county will convene Monday January 3 at the courthouse in Dakota City with Judge G W Stillman presiding. The grand jury will assemble at 4 oclock in the morning. C A Richardson of Renwick is a member. The petit jury will assemble Tuesday January 92 with Mrs Ee Bi Saxton and Mrs Brulal Fin er of Renwick among those drawn for duty.
Humboldt county supervisors selected EW Dalton of Humboldt as county auditor to succeed Otto Johnson who retires from the office Dalton has been employed as bookkeeper by Humboldt County Material a company Johnson has accepted a position with Humboldt County REA
Lieut Elmer Starr junior grade received an invitation to attend graduation at the university yesterday. Starr, the son of Mrs Will Starr, is among the graduates and will attain the rank of full lieutenant.
Humboldt County has surpassed its E bond quota in the sixth War Loan by about $50,000. Total bond issues in the sixth War Loan also topped the county target by about $10,000.
Goldfield high school cagers defeated Vernon 44 to 13 last Friday night in Vernon. Vernon girls edged Goldfield girls 25 to 24 in a thrilling game. Mrs. Dora Dean of Corwith visited Tuesday at sister Lena Geigel's home. Lake Lutheran church wishes to hold its annual Christmas tree and program on Christmas night.
James Davids aged 75 died Tuesday afternoon at his Renwick home after a long illness due to heart trouble. He left a wife and nine children. The Davids family lived on a farm near Kanawha for 35 years before moving to Renwick on March 1 1943. Funeral services are set for Saturday at 1 pm at the home and at 2 pm at Wright Christian Reform Church with burial in the church cemetery.
War pace dictates civilian life with firm controls on economy and manpower. Americans celebrate Christmas aware of ongoing hard work as victory remains to be earned and officials push further steps to sustain wartime production.
Fritz Krause’s dog on the rural mail route earns praise for clever acts. The animal waits by the gate and sometimes carries items from the cart to the house, easing long, cold walks through deep snow.
The Standard Bearers of the Mexican church enjoyed their annual Christmas party at Mrs. Ww xz Long's home. A 6 o'clock dinner preceded a program and a gift exchange, all in keeping with Christmas decorations and theme.
On Monday evening teachers enjoyed dinner at the Coffee Shop then visited the Montgomery home for games and Christmas carols with a gift exchange. A Christmas card from Sgt. Irish Moore mailed from Santa Ana, California sent seasonal greetings. Ken Burk informs his parents he is in the U S Naval hospital in Long Beach after overseas service. Otto Block visits from Crystal Lake Illinois due to his granddaughter's critical illness in Fort Dodge. Norman Peer and Vincent Hart attend tractor maintenance training at Iowa State College Ames to train county 4-H leaders for February sessions.
A nostalgia filled digest from December 20 1923 recounts social and civic happenings. The Jolly Birthday club hosted guests at Mrs Albert’s home while John Zimmertian works in the post office as Paul Figi goes through the clinic in Rochester. The Vernon theatre staged Only 36 by the school faculty drawing a full house. Visits included Britt and Waterloo residents to local relatives. The Methodist choir traveled to Livern to sing at the revival. Ai M Goettsch suffered a fall at work and missed bank duties. A farm deal transferred ownership to ASC Thompson with possession set for Marehil of the farm formerly home to Det Bert Myers. Mrs George Toddard’s basketball roster ankle limited her after leaving the schoolhouse. The Standard Oil company continues to operate the bag. The local Bastersd Stars election produced various officers. Rex Gerald P officiated at a Baptist service, burial at Goldfield. The fifth cream station near town closed after two thriving weeks due to a dairy commissioner shutdown. A turkey shoot north of town waned after a county sheriff’s demon-stration. Wil Palmer’s pool hall invoicing revealed barber Harry Packard shaved heads prompting suspicion of a theft.
Mrs. Wilbur Nissen hosted a birthday supper for her daughter Donna age ten at the Richard son home on Tuesday evening. Donna received several nice gifts, and friends or little girls attended the celebration in her honor.
Vernon Township 4-H boys gathered Monday evening at Edward Oppedahl residence for their annual Christmas party. Attendees enjoyed a grab-bag, games, and refreshments in a festive local gathering.
The Renwick Times, established 1884 and published every Thursday, lists L W Miller as editor and notes second class matter status at the Renwick Post Office. Subscription for one year is two dollars.
Fortnightly Cole members Meadames C E Jonnaon Ole Tjelle and L W Miller attended the annual Christmas party at the former’s home on a recent Thursday afternoon. Meadames A H Stafford John Zimmerman and Ric Hack served on the program committee and presented an appropriate program. A tea followed, served from a lace covered table with silver and blue decorations. Mrs Caila Tenck poured.
A birthday supper was held at Walter Phipps home in the evening in honor of Mrs Rasmussen. Attendees included Mr and Mrs George Lath, Mr and Mrs Richardson, and Mr Cand with Mrs Rae.
The B T We Club held its annual Christmas party featuring a luncheon and a gift exchange. Hostesses and an assistant organized a program with a guest list including Albert Nelson and Omer Davis as speakers, and gifts were donated to an orphanage.
Mrs Donald and Mr McGowan hosted a bridge club at their home on Thursday evening. The evening featured high and low scores with Mrs Stanley McCurry and Mrs Aber among the players. Refreshments were served at the close of the event.
After the games the boys teams were entertained at home with refreshments and a pleasant time. Glen Martin and Carl Martin were members of the team and attended the event.
Mrs Terry Mitchell acted as hostess to the Brow Your Neighbor club at her home last Thursday afternoon. The annual Christmas program and gift exchange were enjoyed and refreshments were served.
Mrs D J Christengen entertained a group of her music pupils at a Christmas supper held at the Schoolhouse on Monday evening.
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