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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1928
Page
1
The Sioux City Stock Yards Club defeated Rock Valley at Davis 8 D Celebration last Friday 11 to 5. Rock Valley led 4-0 until the Cowboys exploded for seven runs in the eighth and ninth innings. Rock Valley rallied for five in the ninth, tying the series at one game apiece and setting up a decisive rematch.
Fred Pipgras of Stock Yards hurling ace backed Jasper Minn as the home club defeated Rock Valley Sunday. Two first inning errors gave Jasper a run, two third inning hits produced another, and two hits plus a stolen base yielded the third score in the sixth. Rock Valley loaded the bases in the ninth but could only push one run across.
For the first time in 52 years Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls enrolls triplets in the summer session. The Tuynman sisters from Rock Valley comprise four daughters of Mr and Mrs Peter Tuynman.
Town Council announces new city scale rates for freight loads two tons or under priced at a cents per load, over two tons five cents per ton or fraction. Change to offset growing truck traffic and equalize charges. A. L. Halsthad, Town Clerk.
The paving on highway No 21 between Primghar and Sanborn was opened to traffic last week and is being used. Graders finish the apron along the paving and some dirt remains. The Lytle Construction Company makes good progress on No 1 between Paulina and Sutherland with just over three miles completed.
Fred J. Heisig arrived home Tuesday from Canistota South Dakota where he had been looking after his farm interests. He plans to resume local activities and visit friends in the coming days.
Walter Eder a 34 year old farmer three miles southwest of Rock Rapids died by suicide last Thursday afternoon. In a note he cited ill health and despondency as the motive after consulting doctors in F ort Dodge. He was at home alone when he shot himself in an upstairs bedroom with a small caliber shotgun about 2 30 p m. The scene was discovered by his wife upon return from her parents’ home. Coroner A H Lockwood attributes the act to self destruction.
Mr and Mrs John Johnson of Pairview Iowa and Mr and Mrs C C Hornet of Larchwood were seriously injured in an automobile crash three miles east of Hull on Highway 18. They were returning from a funeral in Decorah when the Johnson car was struck by a farmer driving near there who failed to heed a stop warning. The four victims were taken to Cram Hospital in Sheldon. The Hornets sustained bruises but were able to leave the hospital the next day. The Johnsons suffered head injuries and possible skull fracture, with both in critical condition and special nurses assigned.
Marshall Pickles Works in Marshalltown, the state’s largest, proclaims renewed popularity after years of decline. The piece credits women for this revival, noting they eat pickles plain and fancy to stay slim, a shift spurred by Prohibition and the loss of free lunch counters that once helped pickle appetites.
Newell in Buena Vista County has installed large cement receptacles at street corners, painted white, filled with flowers and foliage to charm passers by. The tradition has lasted for years, spurring homeowners to plant more flowers on lawns and gardens as a visible sign of public spirit and enterprise.
Peter Hennink of Rock Valley died at his home last Sunday after a brief illness from double pneumonia. Born in the Netherlands, he was 53 years, 7 months, and 12 days old. He came to the United States 33 years ago and spent most of his life in Rock Valley. He lived with his elderly mother and leaves one brother and other relatives. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the First Reformed Church, with burial in Valley View Cemetery.
We thank friends and neighbors for kind help and beautiful floral offerings during the sickness and death of our beloved brother in law and uncle. Mrs P. Hennink Mrs J. Hennink. Mr and Mrs Jake Vandeneera. Mr and Mrs Petey Bonthijs. Mr and Mrs Asa Bonthijs.
Simon Simonsma died last Thursday at 12 15 PM at his Rock Valley home after months of kidney trouble and a previous operation in Rock Valley hospital. Born March 16 1878 in the Netherlands he came to the United States at thirteen and worked as a blacksmith in Reels Valley. He leaves brothers Peter and Win J and sister Mrs John Sas. Funeral services were held Saturday and burial was at Valley View Cemetery.
We wish to thank all who kindly helped us during the sickness and death of our brother. Your deeds and help will never be forgotten.
On the Iowa State College campus in Ames the Memorial Union, a million dollar structure, nears completion with ground donated by college authorities. The facility will host a cafeteria and dining room for 350, supported by alumni and students, and students in institutional administration will gain practical cafe management experience. Miss Mable Anderson will continue overseeing eating facilities in the Memorial Union, including the Maples tea room and College Inn cafeteria. For sale: a large French plated looking glass available at the office.
Sioux County Fair runs August 20 to 23 with entry day August 20. Entries to secretary office or Gort Van Séryland. Premium lists by writing him. Daily horse and mule racing, seven harness races, vaudeville each afternoon and evening, three nights of fireworks, all star band, livestock interest high, farm bureau booth committees active, farm women to host demonstrations outside Farm Bureau Hall.
Mr and Mrs Ray Miller plan a tour through the west including Yellowstone National Park. Mrs Jane Van Otterloo and two daughters, from Holland Michigan, visit Rock Valley relatives. Van Laar family return from Grand Rapids. Sample days at Vander Bek's offer free bags with $2 purchase. Mr and Mrs Benson visit Minnesota. Chicago relatives return there. Fred Collenbaughs head to California for an indefinite stay. Lakes trip attendees include Smiths and Hansens. Mr Van Duyn, longtime local, dies at 84. Mrs Groat visits from Rapid City. Guests Adell Broughammer and Helen Harderson stay with Roorda family after Okoboji trip. Mary Dreh from Yankton visits Fitzgerald home. John Fitzgerald brings Dreh and Esterling back from Hancock Michigan.
The Board of Directors seeks three reliable men to drive school buses for the coming term. For information contact the undersigned who accepts bids until Monday August 6. The Board reserves the right to reject any bids. OW. Kooiman, Secretary.
All Ready For Watermelon Day draws a full city program on August 1. A carload of watermelons will be available free for all attendees, with bands Fairvies Hudson and Rock Valley performing separately and together. A balloon ascent at 7 PM, street attractions, a Hudson versus Rock Faller baseball game, and an evening dance at 4. W. Kessler’s hall conclude the festivities.
The Sioux Township Farm Bureau held a July 17 meeting at Raymond Brown's home with a large lawn gathering. Arthur Hansen spoke on Lyon County Park Bureau and Mrs. Van Oosterhout discussed Women and Girls clubs work, followed by tattooing iron orders and poultry pests reels. A August meeting at E. E. Coyer farm was announced. On July 22 members and families held a picnic near Rock River West of Rock Valley with 55 attendees and post dinner contests. The Sioux Two Ladies hosted Mr. and Mrs. Martin Van Oosterhont at the Pat Rielly home on July 24 for visiting and progressive 500 with gifts of pillows.
A historical classified notice seeks pure white pigeons at 25 cents each for three weeks. Also offers other bird rarities at market price, 5 cents each, urging boys to hurry. Located under Valley Poultry Yards.
Dr. L. D. Shannon of Fort Dodge will locate in Rock Valley this week. He will set up an office in rooms above Schemmer’s Hardware Store. A graduate of Iowa State College with a veterinary degree two years ago, he has worked at Pitman Moore laboratories and served as Consulting Veterinarian for the State of Town.
The Rev R D Douwstra will speak on Palestine in the American Language next Sunday at 7 45 PM, prompting dismissal of evening services so attendees can join the Reformed Church service. Morning services stay at usual hours. Okoboji Bible Conference runs August 5 12 at the Methodist Camp Okoboji Lake with notable speakers.
Rev. R. D. Downstra, Pastor, with English service at 9:30 A. M. Ruth's Choice. 2:00 P. M. Holland service Elijal's Prayer Answered. 3:40 P. M. Sabbath School Paul in a Pagan County. 5:00 P. M. talk on Palestine in English. Special magic planned. collection supports missionary work. Invite to join in unity, Psalm 1334.
At the Des Moines Lions International convention the president invited song leaders to the platform, about fifty men performed, then all sang the Iowa Corn Song in the Shrine Temple auditorium. Delegates from every state and Canada joined, rising for the tallness of Iowa corn and cheering the tune.
Town property listed for sale west of the creamery with easy terms available. John Kurvink is the contact for arrangements and inquiries.
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