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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1939
Page
5
Publication data for the Boyden Reporter notes biweekly Friday mornings, subscription rates at 1.75 and 2.00 when lapse occurs, open account policy, receipts issued for payments, and instruction to correct mailing date lines with the paper.
State of Iowa Sioux County notices that Henry J. TePaske was appointed and qualified as administrator of the John Pik estate. Creditors are asked to pay debts and present claims to the administrator, with filings to the Sioux County District Court clerk, dated June 22, 1939.
Daily early morning and morning programs on WMT at 6 30 and 9 30 A M. Sunday slots include WMT 7 30 A M 4 30 P M and 10 P M. Bible Broadcasters WHO 8 A M Sunday. Revival on KTHS 1060 8 P M Sunday. WNAX 10 P M Sunday. WMT wavelength 600 kilocycles.
The Connecticut born traveler John Ledyard (1751 1780) is famed for a bold journey from Sweden to Siberia s western coast on foot. He undertook the trek with almost no money or proper gear.
A fist fight occurred Saturday at the telephone office between Chas Edwards and Williams from the Iowa Telephone Company. Williams knocked Edwards with a hard left and Edwards fled. he has not been seen since. John Scholten bought land near Archer at 375 per acre. Sherman Township delegates attended the Sheridian Republican county convention in Orange City with 17 precincts represented. Women delegates attended for the first time. six were chosen for the State Convention in Des Moines. Resolutions backed Frank Lowden for president. Sioux County men aim to send Sam Lincoln as a National Convention delegate. meeting adjourned after discussions.
The H. J. Laymes farm northwest of Boyden was sold on Monday to Mr. Harry Rensink. The property is described as a fine sightly and well improved. The selling price was not learned.
Mr and Mrs John Rehberg celebrate the arrival of a twelve pound son born March 26. The family names the newborn and expresses joy at the healthy birth in a local notice.
John Rehberg and his team of mules were involved in a runaway last Thursday. No damage occurred and the animals remained calm and controllable after the event.
Mrs J H Miller arrived from Yorktown Saskatchewan for an extended visit with Mr and Mrs Buren and Mrs Julia Miller of Boyden. On Monday April 19 a baby girl was born to Mr and Mrs J H Miller. Mother and child are well. The Burens celebrate their first grandchild and are pleased as can be. The Reporter extends congratulations.
John Rensink purchased the D W De Grooten huis eighty acres at the edge of Hospers Iowa for 18000 dollars or 600 per acre. The tract contains fine buildings and modern improvements. Rensink plans to divide the tract into smaller parcels for resale.
Mrs. R. Kamminga underwent an operation at Sheldon for gall stones. Her condition is favorable at this writing.
Erick Hirt undertakes significant remodeling of the Herman Van der Maaten residence, a project expected to greatly enhance the property’s appearance and curb appeal.
Adeline Verrips hosted a Tuesday birthday party for her ninth year. Eight young friends attended and enjoyed the celebration. Guests included Bertha Bosman Katie Van der Well Mildred Grooters Anna Dethmers Nancie Dethmers Mary Vos Josie Smit and Martha Wilkins.
Reuben De Valois Ben Schol ten Henry Kamminga Simon Vander Gaarde and John De Velder students at Central College Pelia Iowa are spending a week of spring vacation at their homes here.
John Rensink sold the James Smit 160 acre quarter section farm five miles south of Sheldon to Dick Zwagerman last week Thursday for 500 dollars per acre. The Smit family will retire from farming after this year due to Mrs. Smit's ill health.
A Monday town election drew 62 ballots with no opposition. Mayor Will H. Eddy received 58 votes, Treasurer Pauli T. McCrum 59, Assessor John Rhode 60, Councilmen E G Mahoney 53, Ed Diekever 59, Frank Connor 57, John H. Dykstra 61, Henry Bergman 59, with only a few ballots spoiled.
John Rensink sold 55 acres on the northeast edge of Sheldon to Corwin Farms of Rock Valley for 56 375.00 in total, 1 02500 per acre, the highest price in the area. Corwins will breed Holstein cattle there. Rensink then bought 90 acres east of the property, Webster-Peters Dairy Farm, for 800.00 per acre.
Art Kooiman a Capitalist and Gerrit Vander Horst described as a bandit appear at a School Gymnasium for a community event in Stubborn.
The Rudolph Renning residence is being upgraded with a raised roof adding second floor space and installation of modern conveniences. Carpenter work is by Henry Meyn and helpers.
Mr and Mrs Finch of Canada are visiting with friends. They have sold their Canadian property and are undecided about where to relocate next.
Mr Bastian Dekker and Mary Maria Heerrwijen were united in marriage a week ago Tuesday at Reverend Doustra s home. It was reported they married before their return to the country, but that was not the case.
Mr and Mrs C DeValois observed their thirtieth wedding anniversary on Easter Sunday with all children home except John who was in Chicago. The Reporter offers congratulations on the happy day.
H. Synhorst former Deputy Sheriff of Sioux was a visitor on Monday. He is a candidate for the Republican nomination for Sheriff at the June Primary.
Van Diepen Bros local Overland dealers have unloaded a carload of Overland Four vehicles. The shipment includes one Sedan one Roadster and three Touring cars. The new model features triplex springs and distinct from the old Overland line. See the ad in this issue and visit the showroom Friday and Saturday.
Prof Scott T. Crosswall remains in his room at the Eddy home due to illness. Current reports describe his condition as favorable and likely to improve by the time the paper is printed.
U P Church led by Rev J S Pollock holds Bible School at 10 00 morning worship at 11 00 and Evening Worship at 7 30 with 7 30 Young Peoples Society Also St John s Lutheran with Pastor A Hein reports English services on the second and fourth Sundays and German services the remaining Sundays
The notice lists Rev J W Brink as pastor with services at 9 30 a m in Holland and 1 30 p m in English 8 00 p m Sunday School and 7 30 p m C E meeting details.
Collier's Weekly notes that many people such as acrobats tightrope walkers professional dancers and others with balance demanding occupations show relative immunity to seasickness in various conditions.
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