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Newspaper

Renwick Times

Location

Renwick, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1947

Page

5

Funeral Services Tuesday For Geo Werling

George Werling born January 22 1862 at Chester Ohio, son of Carl Werling and Anna Gunder, lifelong farmer and carpenter turned laboring in Cedar County and Renwick Iowa. Survived by wife Emma nee Hints, thirteen children, twenty eight grandchildren, sixty five great grandchildren, two sisters Emma and Lena, one brother Charles, and many friends. Funeral at St Pauls Lutheran Renwick November 13 1947 with pastor Rev Paul Ents officiating.

George Werling Bor Chester Ohio Carl’ Werling Anna Marle Nee Gunder St. Paul's Lutheran Church Pomeroy W. le Meyer Werling Cedar County Lowi LaVerne Towa Armstrong Renwick Gaul Nemder House of God Intéas Wien Jesus Carl Rutland Lydia Madison Spirit Ake Emma Wegner Lahr Einmer George Des Moines William Bradgate Albert Ernest Elmer Emma Lena Werling Oho Charles Werling Estherville St. Paul's Lue Theran Church Paul C. Ents Wm. Helm D. Halvorson Mauricessen Marilyn Paine

Thanksgiving closings and school dismissals set for Nov 27 28

The Renwick business places are expected to close for Thanksgiving with all-day observance. The Post Offices will operate at train time only. The Renwick Independent Vernon Consolidated and Hanily Schools will dismiss on Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28.

Renwick

Churches Unite For Thanksgiving Day Services

Evangelical United Brethren Baptist and Methodist churches join for a Thanksgiving Day service at 10 00 am at Evangel United Brethren Church The host choir will provide music Rev SC Blumbagen of the Baptist Church will be the speaker

The Evangelical United Brethren, Baptist, and Methodist Churches Evangelia United Brethren“ Church S.C. Blumbagen Baptist Church

Basket Dinner And Dedication At Meth odist Church Sunday

A basket dinner is planned for Sunday November 25 at the Renwick Methodist Church to mark a milestone in its history. The new Hammond electric organ and church additions will be dedicated. Dr. F. L. Burgess, superintendent of the Algona District, will deliver the morning address at 10 o clock and oversee the dedication service with Rev. P. L. W. Neal. Local groups and organizations will participate in the program.

Anoither Renwick Methodist Church FL E. Burgess Algona District Burgess PL W. Neal

County Amvets Auxiliary Meeting Planned in Renwick

A good crowd attended last Friday’s Amvets Auxiliary meeting. Mise Avis Norman of Rutland, president of the 6th District, outlined plans for a county gathering to be held in Renwick on Tuesday afternoon December 9 at the Methodist Church.

Amvets Mise. Avis Norman Rutland 6Th Renwick Methodist

Aunt Rose Gillson 73 of Des Moines Dies

Mrs. Rose Gillson aged 73 of Des Moines died Thursday evening at Mercy Hospital Fort Dodge. Burial followed in Bogota Hl with the body transported by Mr. Wm Beenen who left Friday evening for Colombia. Mrs. Gillison was aunt to Mrs. Jess Fisher and Mr. Raymond Gorcell of Renwick.

January Entertainment Committee Named for Men’s Club Meeting

The January meeting of the Men’s Community Club announces the entertainment committee led by Keith J. B. Hall with Fritz Britt and Everett Nelson listed as members.

Keith JB. Hall Fritz Britt Everett Nelson

Fisherman Names Pallbearers and Burial Details

The pallbearers listed include Walter Hitz Henry Hintz Preddie Hintz Carl Pergande Fred Pergande and Freddie Frost. The interment took place at Tau Verne Ja Floral pieces were placed by friends and relatives. Beenen Funeral Service conducted the arrangements.

Walter Hitz Henry Hintz Preddie Hintz Carl Pergande Fred Pergandé Freddie Frost Tau- Verne

Renwick Junior Class Play Set for November 21

The Renwick High School juniors will stage their class play A Case of Springtime on Friday night November 21. A lively comedy features cast members Bob Parker Keith Sadler Beverly Engstrom Drewie Parker Donald Green Roger Yarbrough and many others with high school band providing music.

Renwick High School Bob Parker Keith Sadler Wetty Parker Beverly Engstrom

Burial Today for Former Renwick Resident Als Lettie Smallwoog

Funeral notices state Lettie Smallwood formerly of Renwick died after a lingering illness near Decatur at 17. Services are set for Wednesday in Decatur with interment in Corwith, followed by burial beside her husband T. Smallwood in Renwick. Surviving are a daughter Ina Thrift of Decatur and a son C L Smallwood of Rushville Missouri, along with grandchildren and many friends. She was known as a practical nurse in Berwick years ago. The Erwin home will be open from 1 to 2 pm for public viewing.

Decatur Clarence Erwin Renwick Corwith Shec Berwick Vergnant Lile Packard Erwin

Will Pack Christmas Boxes For Veterans

Amvet Auxiliary urges donations for hospitalized veterans and their children. Cash contributions and items such as tandy, cookies, cigarettes, stationery, ties, socks, and children's books are welcome. Boxes will be prepared and sent to state hospital hostesses. event details note two dates in November.

Amvet Hall

Renwick Club Sets Dinner Meeting On November 24

The Renwick Commercial Club will hold its regular monthly meeting on Monday night November 24. Dinner will be served at the Peoples Cafe at 7 pm. Members are urged to attend and notify M. M. Green by noon Monday to confirm reservations.

Renwick Commercial Club Peoples Cafe M. M. Green Nner

Roy Heim Weds Delores Hellickson in Thorby Parish

Miss Delores Hellickson daughter of Mr and Mrs Elmer Hellickson Wardy and Roy Heim of Henwick married at Spain parsonage Thorby with Vernon Alexander and Bonita Holden officiating They wore teal blue dress and star suit The Heim couple will live in Naner Fisher house for the winter

Delores .Hellickson Elmer’ Helickson Wardy Roy Heim Henwick Spain Egteenet Thorby Thorsen Aetaother Heim Yamboldt' Heh Fender SH. Klsssie Naner Fisher

Music Festival at LaVerne December 3

A large regional high school music festival will bring Livermore LaVerne Vernon Des Moines Rexwink and Bode high schools together for a night of mixed band and choir performances. Karl King will direct the festival band with Paul Nissen aiding, and the event features a 200 piece orchestra and renowned solo selections.

Olndeé Andia Livermore LaVerne Vernon Des Moines Rex ‘Wink Karl, King Karl Bing Will Pier King Will Ba Paul Nissen Mason City of Town High School

Men’s State Glee Club Concert at Ft. Dodge Sunday

The Men’s State Glee Club from Sioux City Des Moines Ames Sheldon Ottumwa Mason City and Ft. Dodge will present a concert Sunday evening November 23 at the Fort Dodge High School auditorium. Mrs Shelby Nelson soloist with the Ft Dodge Glee Club will be the soloist for the Italian Street Song.

Ft. Dodge Sioux City Des Moines Ames Sheldon Ottumwa Mason City Fort Dodge High School Shelby Nelson Dodge Glee Club

McCormick Farm Sale Set for November 24 Near Renwick

The Renwick Times notes a public sale by E. H. McCormick to be held Monday November 24 at the McCormick farm two miles north of Renwick. Auction begins at 1:30 p.m. Details are listed elsewhere in the issue.

Renwick Times E. H. McCormick McCormick Renwick

Funeral services Friday for Mrs Matteson at Methodist Church

Mrs J Matteson died Tuesday evening at Lutheran Hospital Fort Dodge. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon November 27 at 2 30 p m at the Methodist Church. Bartel will be at the Ver Nen cemetery.

J. 4 Matteson Lutheran Fort Dodge Methodist Bartel Vernen

Annual Bazaar and Norwegian Lunch at Lake Lutheran Church

Lake Lutheran Church hosts its annual bazaar and Norwegian lunch on Friday evening November 23. A 7:30 p.m. auction concludes the sale, followed by a 50 cent luncheon featuring lefse, potato cakes, sprits, kringla, sandwiches, cake, and coffee.

Lake Lutheran Church

Boy Scouts Court Of Honor Set For November 24

Renwick Boy Scouts will hold a Court Of Honor Monday night November 24 at the school. Movies will be shown. Prairie Gold Area Council staffer will speak. Parents and scouts are urged to attend.

Boy Scouts Renwick Foner Prairie Gold Gounell

Open House Week At Renwick Public Library

Renwick Public Library holds an open house in National Book Week observance. Students learn library care and access, with about 1609 books now on shelves, 85 to 100 books signed out each Saturday, and strong community support through taxes and local groups. Adults and students are invited to use the library with no cost to readers.

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Rural fire truck tested in Renwick by Iowa agency

The new rural fire truck arrived in Renwick and underwent several tests led by engineer Harry J. Corcoran of the Iowa Insurance Service Bureau. The 550 gallon water capacity vehicle, built to a streamlined design, was praised for its equipment and readiness for rural fire calls. The General Fire Track Company engineer supervised tests and training for local firemen, with more details promised next week.

Renwick Harry J. Corcoran Iowa Insurance Service Corcoran Humboldt Taisimek General Fire Track Company Willi

Salvation Army Service Unit Established Here

Salvation Army Service Unit forms in Renwick with treasurer Christenson and committee members. Campaign aims raise funds to support maternity care, dental and welfare needs, veterans services, and emergency reserve, plus regional nursing and camp programs. Brigadier Thomas commends local effort and urges support as new facilities serve rural county areas.

Sirene Christenson de TG Reimer With Kondzer Feraus Elise Renwick McGowen Te McGowan Alex S. Thomas Salvation, Army Service Dui

Public Library Hours Reposted This Week

Last week the Public Library announced open hours this afternoon from 4 30 to 6 00 pm but have been changed to 2 to 4 pm. Visitors are encouraged to stop by.

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Also Mentioned on This Page

Geo. Werling Onsaoril Emmanee Hints R. P. Budach Tom Churches Unite For Methodist Church County Amvets Beenen Fpeneral Service Drewie Parker Donald’ Green Mr. Parker Roger Yarbrough Mrs. Parker Louella Marilyn- Paine Patti"McGurry Martin Ballard the. Zoo Amvets Ausiliary Commercial Club Hardy Girl E. Hi. McCormick Lake Lutheran, Church Salvation Army Service Unit
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