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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1936
Page
5
The text mashes disjointed reflections on birds, entertainment, hospitals, and a surge in births described oddly as tuna and tribbles in 1935. It notes a savant’s complaint about spending, and cites a February national debt spike reaching billions yearly, alongside odd chatter from a Professor about a night club visit.
Government forbids manufacture of a newly discovered drug described as highly potent and morphing in effect. Authorities have not acted on revealing the controversial speeches linked to its proponents, though the claim remains unverified and unclear.
Renwick high school captured the Little Nine tournament title in a hard fought series last weekend. Humboldt led early in the final but Renwick overtook them before halftime and finished ahead 25 to 18 as Corwith defeated Goldfield 41 to 22 in the third place game. The 1,700 attendance reflected strong local support for Renwick and the championship team included Blesie Maurer Nettach center McCurry Peterson and Oppedaht guards. Local residents and visitors from Gilmore City Webster City Lake City and Eagle Grove joined in the jubilant celebration.
Only 67 ballots were cast in the school election held last Monday with no organized opposition and a single name per office. Bluth won director for three years with 49 votes, A. D. Gimer as director for three years with 44 votes, and Mra. IL J. McGown as treasurer for two years with 44 votes. The balance of ballots were write ins. Nearby social notes report visits, a theater show, a postponed county short course, and local farming auctions while road damage and a spring breakup affect Humboldt and surrounding counties.
Twenty One Years Ago items copied from the Renwick Time dated March 1 1916 note new clerk Webb While at Corner Store and land transactions including A B Schardaon buying the old Church residence near Baptists church. Funeral for John Klaege draws visitors from nearby towns. Electric plant crew raises smoke stack. town debate on consolidating schools. 1916 school election sees 44 of 100 eligible voters cast ballots with C A Packard John F Kelling and George Peters elected directors. Emil Goettsch sale to Still. Missen cottage and two lots swap. Mrs M B Richardson visits with five daughters Dorothy Leela. Edwin Palaces injured horse kick in barn. improving. Local progressive farmers form electric light company to serve area from Eagle Grove toward Okibo Lake and beyond, drawing power from Eagle Grove plant.
A reflection on personal freedom notes you are not required to seek Congress unless desired. The text humorously connects new glass frying pans to the idea that problems can move from a frying pan to a fire, highlighting unintended consequences and irony.
An entomologist predicts a plague of seventeen year locusts this summer but the buzzing of the political campaign may obscure the arrival. The clash of timing and campaigns casts doubt the insects will be noticed by readers.
Saturday and Sunday schedule lists Wheeler and Woolsey in a classic comedy program. Local theater presents the film during the early March weekend run, inviting nearby residents to enjoy a lighthearted double feature.
Frank S. Lovrien announces candidacy for Representative from Humboldt County Iowa in the State Legislature, subject to Republican voters at the June 1936 primaries. M. A. Wallukalt seeks re election as Clerk of the District Court, subject to the same primaries, motto Effeiience economy and courtesy.
H J Sexe, a Republican war veteran, announces his candidacy for the office of Sheriff of Humboldt County in the upcoming June 1936 primaries. He frames his bid on law enforcement experience and commitment to public safety.
County Attorney Swish announces candidacy for Humboldt County Attorney, subject to Republican voters at the June 1928 primaries. Melvin L. Baker.
Ed H Parsons announces candidacy for Republican nomination for County Attorney in Humboldt and Hume Halt counties subject to June primaries. Don R Sawyer signs as endorsing party figure. Announcement notes reliance on will of Republican voters in 1926 and 1936 primaries.
The office of County Auditor of C H Johnson announces candidacy for reappointment. The incumbent seeks continued oversight of county finances, tax records, and public accounts, inviting resident inquiries and outlining plan for improved audits and transparency.
St Pauls Lutheran Church led by Pastor J H Reents offers Sunday School at Sam Maurice Nissen Supt and divine service at 11 a m with the theme Verily I Say Unto You Today Thou Shalt Be With Me to Paradize Confirmation instruction is Saturday at 8:30 a m Choir rehearsal Saturday evening at the J H Tanek home at 8 o clock St Pauls invites you
Renwick Sunday School opens at 10 a.m with A R Martin as superintendent Morning Worship follows at 11 a.m. At Mardy practice Monday evening with Wim James serving as superintendent and worship at 10 a.m Sunday School at 11 a.m.
Evangelical Church notes Pastor Laurence Soll announces Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. C. E. Society at 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship at 7:30 p.m. Ladies Aid meets first Wednesday monthly and W. M. S. second Wednesday monthly.
A. Horley, Pastor leads a Bible School and morning worship at First Baptist Church. The program includes a sermon area titled Making Life the Night Size and invites all members and friends to be present, stressing mutual support and commitment.
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