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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1948
Page
5
Voters are urged to cast ballots on Tuesday November 2 in the general election. Polls open from 8 am to 6 pm at the Town Hall. Besides state and county offices a President and Vice President U S Senator and Congress will be elected. The piece emphasizes civic duty and honors those who fought for the franchise.
The Renwick Quaker Oats plant nears completion on a yearlong remodeling project due to material shortages. Upgrades include an overhauled elevator with top motors, a new hydraulic lift, a concrete block corn drying building, a 60 by 60 foot feed warehouse, and a remodeled main office with a taller roofline.
The Algona District W S C S of the Methodist Church met at Clark ton on Monday. Attendees included Mrs. Thomas Gimer, Mrs. Norman Peer, Mrs. J J Peer, Mrs. Walter McPeak, Mrs. Virgil Erwin, Mrs. Ernest Helmke, Mrs. George Latch, Mrs. Calla Tanck, Mrs. Wm Beenen, Mrs. Fred Rasmussen, Mrs. George Bell, Mrs. Floyd Lane, and Mrs. R E McGowan the District President. Mrs. R E McGowan received a Life Membership pin from the Teal society.
The Amvets will hold their regular monthly meeting at Amvert Hall on Monday night November 1.
The Renwick Fire Department will meet this evening for their regular monthly gathering in a scheduled session with officials outlining routine matters and plans.
Farm to be sold at public auction belonging to the estate of the late August Hoffman on Friday October 2 at 2 pm on the premises. See ad elsewhere in this paper for description and terms.
Renwick Searle Raiders fall 14 to 7 to Gilmore City in a rough game marred by fumbles and 1st down struggles. Haugland scored the lone Renwick TD on a 40 yard run as Gilmore City’s heavier line dominated. No Friday game vs Ventura. season ends with home clash against Dons on Friday afternoon November 5 to decide the conference title.
The Boy Scouts led by Rev. H. Sunderman and Wilbur Nissen hiked from Smith Park along a marked trail to Schougraft pond. They ate supper there and three members received first aid after a lively outing noted for its good time.
Out for all state band orchestra and chorus students travel from Renwick High School to Des Moines for auditions. Five Renwick musicians advance including chorus selections Marilyn Paine Donna Hetty Kenry Hetty and Sherman Flogstad. Ruth Martin and Charles Lutz compete as late entrants with Ruth making final rounds.
Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at the Renwick Methodist Church for Martha Elizabeth Bradbury born February 1 1936 in Cazenovia New York died October 24 1948 in Emmetsburg Iowa at age 92 8 23. She was survived by a sister and brother and leaves four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. The Marcellus family long residents of Humboldt County Iowa attended church and supported women’s relief corps. Pallbearers and floral coordinators are listed. Milford McPeak escorted Arch Mel Peak to Ft Dodge Lutheran Hospital for a check up.
A Humboldt County Republican Committee full page ad urges voters to back the Republican ticket at the November general election. It lists candidates including Dewer for president Warren for vice president Wilson for U S Senator Dolliver for Congress and local county contenders. Voters are urged to study the ad carefully before voting on Tuesday November 2.
Carl F. Martin son of Glen F. Martin of Goldfield gained temporary rank as cadet sergeant in the ROTC unit at Iowa State College this week. The promotion was announced by Col C. M. Busbee commanding officer at the unit and will stand for the rest of the school year.
Vernon Consolidated School held its annual Carnival last Friday evening drawing large attendance. The Corn King and Corn Queen crowned Alicia Ruberg and Loren Wilhelm amid entertainment for all ages.
The Iowa Children’s Home Society of Des Moines conducts a October fundraising drive chaired by Mrs. Thomas Grimer in Renwick. The drive is sponsored by the Vets Auxiliary through local women’s organizations with Mrs. Arlo McGowan as Vernon township chair. Vernon Consolidated School allocates lands and portions of proceeds from their carnival support the effort.
The Ladies Aid of the Evangelical United Brethren Church will hold their Guest Day and Annual auction on Wednesday November 3 at the Masonic Building. The meeting will start at 1 50 PM. Mr and Mrs Glen Martin went to Perry last Wednesday.
Emmett Packard of Staquoketa son of Mr and Mrs W A Packard was seriously injured in a Sunday auto crash near Anamosa Iowa. He was taken to a hospital at Anamosa with internal injuries and multiple fractures. Mrs Erwin and several Packard family members went to Anamosa to be with him. others returned home with word his condition was as good as can be expected.
Vernon Consolidated school presents the Junior Class comedy drama Six Wives on a Rampage on Friday evening November 5. Directed by Miss Carmen Peer the cast includes Buzz, Frances McKim Harriet Joan Wilhelm Pam Alma Romola Wanda Celia Elaine Bodicia Krause Erwin Jim Sheriff Robert Jack Richard Brock Bill DeWarne Killex John and Eidoy Martr in a lively student production.
The Commercial Club met in the Cornell Room on Monday evening with members including Dale Cola president Hegsen secretary J. Garson Dori Jensen W. H. Dons Green Keith Hall S. E. Bissie and TV. Gimer. Members discussed business and approved plans for a free show and costumes for the youngsters at Christmas time. Meeting adjourned early.
Belgelia Shaves enrolled in the Teachers Training Course at the Junior College in Eesié Grove. She attends yesterday's classes weekly, joining others for instruction and practice.
In Renwick a tense daytime unfolded as residents reported a missing Clarabelle Kelly. Firemen and local high school boys conducted a search, locating the three year old at a neighboring Flora Swan farm unharmed though startled. Minutes later a second alarm on the Engstrom farm near Alvin prompted a quick response and minor damage.
A Vernon event announces a concert on November 27 featuring the Vernon Quartet. The program also includes performances by a State Orchestra and a Band, with the November 26 and 27 dates noted for the programs.
Fragmentary notice urges residents to place paper waste for Saturday collection. Phrases mention morning start, October date, and delivery of containers. Imprecise OCR leaves unreadable names or officials but indicates deadline around 9 a.m. and ongoing weekly service.
The Times reports that enrolments will open in Renwick for the National Benefit Hospital and Surgical Plan. The Des Moines home office backs this plan now in its second year, offering liberal hospital and surgical coverage and plans to contact every home in Renwick for eligibility. Accredited representatives will carry IDs and signatures of company officers to assure visits and enrollments.
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