Rock Valley Defeats Alvord in Key Sunday Baseball Clash
Rock Valley tops Alvord 3 to 1 as Meuhl dominates on the mound with one hit allowed and five outs on strikes. Schroeder Schemmer Knorr lead the offense with two or more hits and timely runs, while Alvord misplays in the seventh. Sunday features Rock Valley against Studabaker Club of Stone City at the Jakes.
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Kroger
Alvord
Wallmer
Nimmers
Kroeger
Rock Valley
Knorr
Schemmer
Dr. Schroeder
Schroeder
Speck
Steck
Rock Valley 3Ills Studabaker Club
Stone City
The
Jakes
Storm Lake Paralysis Victim Swims Lake Reach
Gerald Hyde, a Storm Lake resident paralyzed by infantile paralysis, becomes the first local swimmer this year to traverse the lake. He started from Lakeside Beach at 3 30 and reached Chautauqua Point two hours later using breast stroke. Rodney McCoy escorted him in a skit but did not need to provide aid.
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Gerald Hyde
Gerald
Lakeside Beach
Chautauqua Point
Rodney McCoy
Peters Harness and Shoe Store Fly Nets Sale
Mr Farmer urged to check binder canvass before rush and visit Peters Harness and Shoe Store for lower prices on fly nets and covers than last year. The notice promotes shopping at Peters Shop for a good job.
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Peters Harness & Shoe Store
Rock Valley Installs New Electroliers Along Main Street
A town project powered by the Rock Valley Public Service Company will install twelve higher powered electroliers along Main Street with a new underground cable. Old units will be reused where feasible, at an estimated cost exceeding 8500 dollars to improve lighting and curb appeal. The plan includes 250 candle power lamps on Kimball Avenue and Federal Highway No. 18 corridors, with completion expected next week, making Rock Valley a better lit, prouder town.
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Main Street
Town Public Service Company
Compan
Rock ’Alley
Kimbal Avenue
Second Street
Rock Valley
Iowa Public Service Company
Rock Valley local real estate sale and community notes
The forty acres south west of Rock Valley were sold Monday to August Rask of Rowena M D who will take possession next spring. Al and Mrs Carl Hayes of Sac City Iowa and Mrs Curtis of Rock Rapids were Sunday guests of J M Collenhaugh. Asa Bonthuish broke his collarbone Tuesday evening while trying to catch a ride in a passing car. Bert Vander Berg and family returned from a week’s visit with relatives in Pease Minnesota. Clyde Newhons E ry at Muskegon March will lead services at First Reformed Church in Rock Valley next Sunday July 20. Mr and Mrs J A Gartland spent Sunday at the lakes. John A Peters and family of Hospers were guests Tuesday with his brother Joe Peters. M James Walpole was called to Lake Town Saturday by the tenth of her brother in law Nemry Moore. She returned to Rock Valley Wednesday.
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J. J. van Otterloo
Rock Valley
August Rask
Rowena
M. D
Carl Hayes
Sac City
Iowa
Curtis
Rock Rapids
J. M. Collenhaugh
Asa
Bert Vander Berg
Pease, Minn
Clyde Newhons Ery
Muskegon
First Reformed Church
J. A. Gartland
Lakes
John A. Peters
Regina Pfefferle Called By Death in Iowa Community
Regina Pfefferle, born April 2, 1852 in Germany, died after years of ill health aged 63 or older. She immigrated to the United States in 1881, lived near Boyden and then on a farm four miles northeast of Rock Valley for forty years, later residing with her son W. D. Pfefferle. Survived by one son and three daughters including W. D. Pfefferle, Mrs. Otto Hinach, Mrs. C. B. Antritter, and Mrs. Emory Scharf. Funeral services were held Saturday at the family home and Lutheran church north of Hull.
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Aiis, Pieterte
Germany
Wisconsin
Boyden
Four Smiles
Rock Valley
W. D. Pfefferie
Hull
Rabid Fox Attacks Fisherman Ends With Rug
Dr J Bresnahan of Waukon fended off a rabid fox attack while fishing on the river bank. The mother fox leaped onto his shoulder and he struck with a steel rod, killing the animal without being bitten. He chose to make a rug from the hide rather than sending the head for examination.
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Waukon
Dedicatory Exercise Renames State Park Near Winterset
Several thousand gathered with the state board of conservation to dedicate the park five miles southwest of Winterset in Madison County. The park, 925 acres, was renamed Prof Louis J. Panel State Park at Ames to honor the former conservation board president and botanist. The site features native trees and a limestone ledge with a historic water power mill site.
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State Board of Conservation
Winterset
Mison County
Devil's Backbone Park
Pr L. BH
Anes
Conservation Board
Iowa
Ames
Louis JT. Panel
William Hariien
Red Oak Man Builds Unique Walnut Clock
Red Oak resident Ralph Overhalser tells how Will Mellen completed a clock begun at year start. The timepiece, fashioned from native Iowa walnut from Harry Paw farm near Henderson, is heirloom plans with stout construction. It features reinforced steel, grooved doors, and pegged joints to prevent warp.
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Red Oak
Ralph Overhalser
Will Mellen
Iowa
Harry Paw
Henderson
Millen
Harvesting Blue Grass Seed Across Northwestern Iowa Farms
Adelaide Nichols of Estherville notes a novel farm practice at the Bobby estate and Duane Barringer's Graettingly property. On 406 acres of native blue grass pasture, a contractor uses ten machines to strip seed and spring sample the crop, with labor and expense, yielding a promising harvest as counties in the northern state also report record activity.
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Jowa
Towa
Adelaide Nichols
Estherville
Tova
Bobby
Duane Barringer
Graetingly
Gasoline Tax Receipts Reported For Fiscal Year
A report by Ney E Johnson treasurer notes gasoline tax collections for the fiscal year ending June 30 amounted to 11,025,118.72 dollars at three cents per gallon. This reflects an increase of 1,800,283.96 over the previous year’s receipts.
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Muse
Ney E. Johson
Sitio
Iowa Mothers Visit Sons Graves in France
Mrs Travimer from LaurelTown visits the grave of son Cliffard in France with the Gold Star mothers. Governor expenses funded the journey and outcomes highlight gratitude and national tribute. Graves face the enemy and are marked by stars. a guest house is under construction to serve visitors.
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U.S
Lariaer
the Lawrensey
State Auditor Notes Costs of County Poor Homes
The report details county home populations and costs in 1926 and 1925, noting 3 610 residents and expenses of 199 661.99 for county home provisions and 403 250.95 for poor outside the station. Widow’s pensions totaled 754 407.74. There is sentiment to replace county homes with a central institution to improve efficiency and reduce spending.
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Isegiven
Hex
Instea
Auto travel data shows Iowa mileage and accident rate
A prominent automobile insurer reports Iowa driving mileage up to 311 01 000 miles in the first quarter compared with 1 129 miles last year. The compiled figures indicate 4 accidents for every 2.7 miles of road surface in the United States for 1929. The message emphasizes that accidents can happen close to home.
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Automobile Insurance Company
Iowa
United States
Dream Triggered Broken Jaw in Ossian Family
J E Schmitz of Ossian reports a dream caused a boy named Quinton to strike his brother Vincent Barthel, fracturing his jaw while they slept. Vincent was taken to the State University hospital in Iowa City for treatment and the jawbone injury was set.
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J. E. Schmitz
Ossian
Vincent Barthelme
Cuinton
Quinton
State University
Iowa City
Town residents host relatives and visitors in lively week
Grier and Mrs W Cr yeren attend funeral in town while Aix and Mrs Robert Hoantree visit relatives. Mos TikK Ha Grove hosts guests from out of town. Mrs Suter nears ninety, visiting E. micel and local homes. A dance in Joe Berry’s barn drew a large crowd. Families from Ireton, Clinton and Orange City enjoyed gatherings and travel.
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W. Cr Yeren
Aix
Robert Hoantree
Mboa
Walrath
Minella Suter
Cynthia Belles Wort
Orn
CE. Geinsen
Ha Grove
Town
D. L. Renshaw
Alley
Thayer
Colorado
Boyden
Twillman
Mr. Suter
Ireton
E. ©. Micel
A. H. Kuehene
St. Paul
Billie Scanlan
Huron
Robert McLean
Inez
Summerfield
Kansas
Joe Berry
George Fahey
Filen
Clinton
Scott Reiniger
Caroline
Orange City
Commercial Orchards Increasing in Madison County
Commercial orchards are expanding in Madison County with several in development. Soil and climate suit orcharding, following the Delicious apple origin in the county. Robert S. Heirstotary notes a fine orchard near Patterson. Two acres of orchard trees are ten years old and thriving. Mr. Treees experiments include varietal grafts, Grimes Golden prone to dormancy issues as trees age. Tererick’s trees grafted on vines show promise with attractive fruit. Also standard grape varieties present, large acreage under consideration for future planting. Rev. C Graf travels to Good Thunder for Missionfest, absent over Sunday.
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Madri c
Robert S. Heir Stotary
Patterson
Coige
Tereriek
Weather Woes Hit Sioux County Farms Last Week
A harsh warm spell last week damaged crops and caused livestock losses in Sioux County. Farmers report many horses dying or suffering while others sheltered in sheds. Threshers near ready, with harvest likely to begin next week as grain prospects improve despite heat.
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Hoth
Sioux Coun
Rovk
Dhe
Early hour gunfire warned in town by mayor
The mayor warns residents that discharging firearms at early hours within town limits will incur the full legal penalty. Offenders face a $100 fine or up to thirty days in jail, and if observed, should govern themselves accordingly.
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Laav
Wol Murphys
Death of Mrs Anna Hennink in Rock Valley
Mrs Anna Hennink died at home in Rock Valley early Wednesday, aged 80 years 2 months 21 days. Born in Holland April 25 1850 she came to the United States 36 years ago and resided most of that time in Rock Valley. She was married to Mr Hennink and survived by son John. daughters-in-law and sons Peter and Jake preceded her. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon.
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Anna Hennink
Rock Valley
Cherokee Indians Camped in Dallas County
A group of Cherokee Indians from Oklahoma camped near Bouton Iowa amid illness and rumors of thefts tied to oil field recruits. Dinan Young, a long time Masonic and Odd Fellows member, is named in notes about the incident. Local officials Mayor Murphy and Marshall Dick Van Fleek planned travel to Sinus City on official business.
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Oklahoma
Bouton
Iowa
Wamed Dinan Young
Chie Young
Masonic Order
Odd Fellows Lodge
Murphy
Marshall Dick van Fleik
Sinus City
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Liv
Dents
Bhig
Consideres
Alvordiminus
Scanlan
Hansen
HM Nace
Andl Litus
Regina Pleilerle
State Bank OF
Ash
Dne
Reserve Fund
State Park
France
C. Graf
Taetheran Church
Good Thunder
Minn
Dallas County
First National Bank
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