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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1930
Page
7
Rock Valley and Alton battled on a smoky field where tempers flared in the sixth inning. A crowd of adults and players clashed as the game ended with Rock Valley forfeiting to Alton amid disorder and protests.
Sioux County school notices report a break in at the county superintendent of schools office with minor losses and damaged files. August 12 features grade exams for seventh and eighth grade students, with further notices about a rural school graduation event and plans for new school facilities and updated books. Reforms include basement work, zoning adjustments, and playground equipment additions as preparations for the new school year.
The piece notes Cedar Falls hosting a summer school, one of five in the region, with high hopes for full support from boards and good conditions for a strong start. It mentions Adolph Van Citters becoming athletic director at Be Midi, Minnesota, and praises Mos Var Citters as a capable athlete and coach.
The piece extols Iowa as vast and varied from its population to hills and waters. It highlights Spirit Lake and Okoboji, Des Moines Harbor, and a shipyard at Subuane with the Dulmgne Boat and Boiler Co. It notes Dubuque’s region, large war factories, and Monasteries, with quirky details on autonomous dairy fame and local figures like Raymond and T Alvord.
Obituary notes Mrs H Ter Wee born in Holland in 1888, married to Ey Wee in 1908, lived in Rog Mey then moved to Chivaga, Rock Valley area. Survived by son Charis, funeral at Oak Poteh Hearmed with interment at Valles View. Local message from Baker Oregon dated 1980 July 34.
School teachers owe the community that employs them for pay yet tensions rise over allowances and duties. Local officials and residents debate performance and fairness while public opinion grows, highlighting strain in the town’s education system and governance.
Four men died in an auto accident near Holstein as a truck veered off a curve on a farm road. The dead were Baal Sasenan Pred Stil, Chomas Sirgle, Wai s Charlys Kastner and others. Firefighters fought the blaze. several injured and widows left behind.
The Home Bakery, operated by A. Son, unveils a $15,000 addition and fire proof features. The basement houses mixers ovens and wrapping gear with a 400 loaf capacity revolving oven. A rear hall allows entry for customers and staff with ample space for equipment and future Vendex conversion.
A jumble of reminiscences recalls past visits and people in the region. Mentions Warren, Naas Daketa, and various residents, plus a moving note about the DeVor family returning to their farm and Robert Weautece pursuing business interests in Fostoria and Spirit Lake. The local mill remains busy, with overtime to meet flour demand. Reverend Holwerda travelled to Carnes for a funeral service.
A historical notice describes a dispute over a life insurance policy of $25 000 from Penn Mitral Life Insurance. The article references a court action in Marshalltown and allegations about timely filing and intoxication affecting eligibility. It mentions the county district court and local officials, with notes about trustees and future assembly actions.
Joe Hagaard received notice Wednesday of his uncle Lieie Rogaard's death in Orange City. Lieie was a pioneer resident of Sioux County and longtime Grange City resident. Funeral services were held at the Reformed Church in Orange City.
The Sioux City church notes a Rotary event nearby and announces no preaching for two Sundays due to the pastor’s vacation. Attendance is praised from last Sunday’s services and Bible school. The First Quarterly Conference is adjourned until Monday, August.
Bremer County Independent reports the Little Brown Church in Nashua will be wired for electricity replacing bracket lamps and smoky chimneys once power line construction is completed. The church, famed as a major tourist stop, will gain incandescent lighting while preserving its historic features.
Dr C W Sweenes of the department of chemical engineering gains recognition for a cornstalk hardwood process. The patent application highlights value conservation and future use in wood science within the Wilization of cornstalks concept.
Classified notice lists low price used furniture for sale including room suites and tables. Contact Telers Store for details and availability.
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