William Black 69 Dies After Ill Health at Fort Dodge
William Black 69, longtime Renwick blacksmith and town council member, died Tuesday morning at Fort Dodge Lutheran hospital after a yearlong illness and a recent clinic stay. Survived by his wife and four children Mrs A H Stafford Renwick Mrs Clarence Clark Goldfield Clarence Black Rockwell City and Mrs Harry Bonwell Eagle Grove Funeral at Baptist church Thursday at 2 30 with business closures noted.
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William Black
Lutheran
Fort Dodge
Town City
Fort Dodge Hospital
Black
Renwick
A. H. Stafford
Clarence Clark
Goldfield
Clarence Black
Rockwell City
Harry Bonwell
Eagle Grove
Aged Lady Breaks Arm In Fall On Sidewalk
Mrs Lena Lisenm, aged, fell on the sidewalk near her home on Tuesday and sustained a broken left arm near the wrist. She is progressing as well as can be expected for a woman of advancing years. Her daughter Mrs Hugh Pierce of Algona is visiting to care for her and the home.
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Lena Lisenm
Hugh Pierce
Algona
Olver
Midway Island
Hitler
God
Hough
New Officers Elected By County Auxiliary
The county Wo man’s Auxiliary of the American Legion elected officers at Renwick on Tuesday afternoon with Mrs Henry Olson of Bede as president, Mrs L R Turner of Renwick as vice president, Mrs Ellsworth of Humboldt as secretary and treasurer.
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Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion
Renwick
Henry Olson
Bede
L. R. Turner
Ellsworth
Humboldt
Weekly News Analysis Overview of wartime Europe and homeland
This weekly digest provides readers with a comprehensive, verified report of major developments in war torn Europe and in the United States. It promises authenticity and freedom from rumors and propaganda, advising to quote it as a trusted information source on wartime activities.
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Europe
Rev Joseph J Share Married at Webster City
Reverend Joseph J Share long serving Webster City Methodist pastor wed Carrie Ostrem of Webster City on Sunday June 9 at 12 30 pm officiated by Dr J J Davies district superintendent at the Webster City church. They plan a wedding trip to Lake Okeboji and will reside at the Webster City parsonage after June 17. Share has pastored churches in Hardy Humboldt and Fort Dodge Riverside.
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Joseph J. Share
Methodist
Webster City
Shea Carrie Thorine Ostrem
J. J. Davies
Fort Dodge
Methodist Church
Lake Okeboji
Share
Territory
Hardy
Humpoldt
Riverside Methodist Church
New Auto Stamps On Sale At All Post Offices Now
The new $5 federal automobile tax stamps went on sale yesterday at post offices and Internal Revenue collection offices. Possession of the stamp is required for gasoline ration cards in rationed areas. The stamp covers the fiscal year starting July 1 and replaces the February 1 stamp priced at $2.09. Stamps are serially numbered and include back-side spaces to record vehicle make, model, serial number, and state license number.
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Wall Post
Internal Revenue
Miss Dorothy Mather and Harry Mehlan Married in Greene
Miss Dorothy Mary Mather daughter of Mr and Mrs Dayton W Mather of Greene and Harry G Mehlan son of Mr and Mrs Frank J Mehlan of Blue Island Illinois were married in the Methodist church at Greene at four oclock last Saturday afternoon June 6 Gale Davis of Renwick attended. Both instructors in Renwick schools the past 16 years. They will honeymoon in northern Minnesota and make their home at Blue Island Illinois.
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Dorothy Mary Mather
Dayton W. Mather
Greene
Harry G. Mehlan
Frank J. Mehlan
Blue Island
Inl
Gale Davis
Renwick
Minnesota
Earl Legler Weds Pearl Elaine Haas in Walnut Church
Earl Legler and Pearl Elaine Haas were married on June 3 at Walnut church. Legler received his Second Lieutenant commission May 30 at Camp Bellvier and is to report to Fort George Wright in Spokane. The couple will live at Fort George Wright for now. Also noted are a miscellaneous shower for Vaulda Martin hosted by Miss Bette Beenen and a Fortnightly Club meeting hosted by Mrs. Ned Osborn with a Diabetes lesson by Mrs. L. W. Miller and a music article, followed by refreshments.
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Pearl Elaine Haas
Bernard Haas
Walnut
Iowa
Earl R. Legler
Wilson Legler
Laverne
Earl
Camp Belvier
Virginia
Fort George Wright
Spokane
Wash
Farewell Gathering for Henry Eggerths
A farewell gathering was held at the Methodist church Tuesday evening in Ren wick to honor the Henry Eggerth family as they leave town. A short program was provided and refreshments were served. Nearby visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Phil Stoddard of Waterloo and Mrs C C Bunch of Evanston who spent a week at Mrs. G A Stoddard's home and with relatives.
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Methodist Church
Henry Eggerth
Renwick
Phil Stoddard
Waterloo
C. C. Bunch
Evanston, Jr
G. A. Stoddard
Twenty One Years Ago Trems From Renwick Times
Local reminiscences note visits across Minnesota and Iowa. Mrs. L R Turner visits St Paul sister. Donna Packard visits Des Moines relatives. Frank Straight visits grandmother in Wilton Wis. Al Trummel to move to Goldfield for Jane's cafe. Mrs. R M Goattsch and Evaj Helmke visit Fergus Falls. Mrs Ed Magon recovering after operation in Rochester. Hazel Rockwood visits Dr Rockwood home. Luther League meets at J H Tanck. Irene Steuffacher home from Des Moines teaching nearby. Hans Holm fire loss settled for 3100 of 16000. Evangelical Fort Dodge district Young People Alliance convention June 10–12. Vaudeville show in Renwick. Sheriff Henson checks delinquent autos. 18 cars noted. Investors Security Association takes Balm Implement stock. Fred Walkner managing. Hoffman reports wind blew mailbox open. paper lost. Local light plant to provide morning service next week. may continue if justified. R W Frank sale of Abardesn ee cattle at Webster City popular. 40 head bring 88275. average 956.87. cows 919.75 bulls 1161.50. top cow 3630. top bull 2850.
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L. R. Turner
St. Paul
Minn
Donna Packard
Des Moines
Frank Straight
Wilton
Wis
al Trummel
Goldfield
Jane
Rochester
Hazel Rockwood
Madeira
M. C. Rockwood
Renwick
Henson
Investors Security Association
Balm Implement Company
Fred Walkner
Hoffman
To All Our Friends and Patrons
Henry Egeerth announces departure for defense work while his corn shelter tractor and threshing machine remain available. Claus Block will operate them. Contact area No. 33. He thanks past business associates and hopes to resume relations in the future.
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Claus Block
Henry Egeerth
Renwick Times Publisher Note and Subscription Rate
The Renwick Times announces its establishment in 1884 and lists publication details and a subscription rate of one year for 2.0t. The item notes postal entry as second class and references L. W. Miller.
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L. W. Miller
Renwick
Patriotism and rationing discord in Renwick during war
Residents voice frustration over wartime policy and unequal sugar certificate access. They argue canning needs drive long trips to Eagle Grove or Clarion, with certificates issued across county lines. Local anger targets minor officials and the Humboldt county rationing board for perceived neglect of Renwick.
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Renwick
Wright County
Eagle Grove
Clarion
Humboldt County
Laverne
Kossuth
Humboldt
Nation faces wavering melody as war stops instrument manufacture
A wartime order curbs production of nearly all musical instruments in the state and beyond, aiming to save 15,000 tons of war materials from 1940. The materials could have equipped 11,500 trucks, 8 medium tanks, 49 million rounds of .30 ammunition, 300 155 mm field pieces, or 20,000 aircraft.
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Germany
Japan
Towel Shower Honors Miss Vaulda Martin at Home
Mrs. Wm. Beenen entertained a group of ladies yesterday afternoon with a towel shower at her home. The event was spent socially and refreshments were served by the hostess.
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Bette’ Beenen
Beenen
Vaulda Martin
Vaulda
Marty Family Visits Father in Laverne Home
Mr and Mrs Will Marty and their sons of Laverne were Sunday visitors at the parental Dick Elmer home.
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Will Marty
Sons of Laverne
Dick Elmer
Primary Election Reflections Stir Iowan Voter Sentiment
In a caustic column Harlan Miller mocks Iowa voters for backing familiar names while knowing little about real abilities. He claims about 200000 residents may be misled by name recognition during the primary. The piece questions voter discernment and political strategy.
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Harlan Miller
War time cutlery production curtailed at WPB
In a wartime move the War Production Board orders halt to new carving sets pocket knives and manicure scissors after June 30. Manufacturing of tableware and other cutlery is also sharply reduced, affecting critical materials use and supply.
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WPB
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Renwick Savings Bank
General Banking
U. & Defense Bonds
Renwick, Iowa
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Nerem’s Auto & Imp
Syla Tayior
W. W. Carlson
Triumph, Minn
Fred Flaig
Lone Rock
D. J. Christenson
North Side
Hanson
Raymond Wright
Camp Bowie
Texas
W. B. Long
USO
Times
Cleus’ Skii
By Joseph W. la Bine
Dorothy Mather
Harry Mehlan
Earl Legler
Vanda Martin
Henry Eggerths
Renwick Times
Luther League
J. H. Tanck Home
Irene Steuffacher
Hans Holm
Humboldt County Mutual Fire Insurance Association
Young Peoples Alliance
Sunday School Convention of Evangelical Churches
United States
L. Huntley
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