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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1945
Page
1
Rock Valley notes visitations and family gatherings around Mason City Sioux City and Rawing Wisconsin with extended kin. Neighbors greet relatives at homes in Mason City and Rock Rapids while others travel to Lucia Minnesota and Onsen SD for visits and commitments.
Lawrence Miller spoke at the Rotary about his ten day hold as a prisoner of German troops. He described water shortages, bread scavenged through drippings, and limited rations while noting Allied air raids and a prisoner exchange. Gerrit De Brain and others attended as Morrell officials discussed meat supply, cattle on the range, and Morrell’s stock program and safety film.
Dick Kruizenga is due home soon after three years of service in North Africa. He served with a unit that built 121 airstrips in Tunisia and contributed to campaigns aiding Italy’s surrender. His wife Sharon and daughter live in Rock Valley, Iowa, and he previously served on the Vis island construction near the Yugoslav coast, enduring bombings near Naples and Casablanca.
Local theatre patrons urged to buy Seventh War Loan bonds at the Orpheum to gain admission to a Thursday show. Children can purchase one bond worth of war stamps for entry.
Hugo Beyer and Pesjar announce Sunday school and Bible class at 9340. English services start at 10 00 followed by a quarterly business meeting after the services.
Public relations piece highlights Sergeant Bernard A Beumer stationed at Casablanca Air Base as part of a major Allied logistic operation. It notes his wife Margaret and family connections, and frames North Africa as a pivotal hub moving troops and matériel to the United States and the Pacific under General Marshall.
Town reports mixed actions with stores shutting while concerts proceed in Ragk Valley. Board elects directors and plans park performances, highway patrol talks, and various local group meetings to improve welfare and entertainment. Public cooperation urged for weekly band concerts and other events.
Family thanks friends neighbors and Dr Lock for support after the death of husband and father Mira Hert Van t Bul and children offer thanks for the floral tribute and kindness received.
Private Neal De Ruyter, awarded the Purple Heart, writes from Germany after service in France and hospital care. He describes his stay in Grenma Germanys and shares memories of Rock Valley and Loses, noting his enjoyment of the present job and sending address details.
A. Bob Thornbur and Li Kellion married at St Vikiniae Church in Los Angeles on June 28. The note mentions a Piney Alvin Great Bear Cake reception in Galiforius and that Cpl Phoraluze 33 will report back from San Diego. Best wishes are extended from Roak Valley's Enyarite sons.
The American Legion and Auxiliary held a county gathering with delegates from Allen, Boysten, Granville, Sioux Center, Marcus, Hull, Ireton, and Orange City. Community singing opened the program led by Henry Dye, with talks by Mrs. Mabel Willman and Mrs. Edward Trieber among others.
Notice outlines tax exemptions for World War I veterans and their survivors, and homestead credit eligibility. It warns filings must be in by July 1 and instructs veterans to record discharge with the county recorder and apply for exemptions. The notice also notes deadlines for those who recently purchased homes to claim credits and provides contact for questions.
Edna Feekes and John Meendering united in marriage at the home of her parents A and Mrs Will Peekes. The ceremony occurred Friday June 1 at 3 30 p.m. at the Reformed Church in Carmel with Rev EA Batmelink officiating. Attendants included the couple’s relatives and siblings. The bride wore a pink crepe gown with lace trim. The groom resides on Baiering farm and will work nearby. Best wishes from family and friends flowed as the couple began their life together.
Notice to all heirs to appear July 17 1945 at 11:00 AM in the Orange City Court House Sioux County Iowa to contest probate of the will of Bart Von’t Hul late of Sioux County Iowa deceased. The District Court seal and clerk witness the notice.
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