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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1928
Page
9
H De Jong sells his share in Valley Poultry Yards to partner Gerrit Van t Hul after five years building the business. De Jong plans to travel and visit relatives and will stay on about two months to assist, while Van t Hul continues running operations with the same staff and approach.
Paul Pember and Anna Anvit surprised friends by quietly marrying in Spirit Lake on Monday October 15 and returning to Rock Valley to reside. Both are well known in Rock Valley with ties to local business and a family energy store.
Mr and Mrs Clyde Hill left Tres oy for Highmore South Dakota. Mr and Mrs Herbert De Jang were Lions City visitors Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Clyde Hill of Highmore SD and Mr W L Hill motored to Sioux City Monday.
In October 1926 a severe cold snap swept Iowa with Des Moines at seven above zero on the 27th and northern towns down to nine below. Lakes froze early, and the ice held through spring. Clear Lake froze earlier than most areas, marking a harsh early winter memory.
Deputy Recorder R. T. Hyink reports a state law forbids killing muskrats within a half mile of meandered lakes or streams from October 15 1925 to October 14 1930. Sioux County has no meandered lakes or streams per the state list.
Early reports from Madison and nearby counties note oil method grain stacking yielding better than plain methods. Paul Stillman of Earlham says a 20 acre field in his tract averages over 100 bushels per acre. Other fields in the area average 15 bushels and corn crops are nearing maturity with expectations of strong yields.
The Prosperous Co operative Creamery in White sénuthers Lowa plans a study trip to Jessup Buchanan county to review a successful venture run by Kivmers. In 1927 the co op earned 1,060,164 dollars with 04 percent paid to cream delivered, butter output at 2,234,538 pounds, average butterfat price 52.83 cents per pound, net worth 60,430 dollars. The association began Feb 11, TSNC and started the year with 178 members, one of six creameries in Samp county.
The third grade marks a Halloween party on October 31 after a month of quiet behavior. Seventh grade welcomes Vand Bannan from Castlewood 8. D. Junior Typing wins accuracy in the October Remington test with Hula Gaeke at 34 wpm and Lawrence Aurit at 33 wpm. The Senior Typing class features Miss Ver Doorn dictation from the Superintendent weekly. A radio program with the New York Symphony Orchestra debuts Fridays under Dr. Wilter Damtrosh for younger and upper grade students. Advanced Home Economics shows silhouettes and nursery rhymes in black and white, with patterns for scarves and table linens. Juniors entertain well at the school house party last Friday.
A playful item asks readers to guess the number of beans in a jar at Kosters Market with a note that the guess date is Saturday October 27. The item invites participation and notes a prize.
Through the State Board of Control and Conservation Commission, prisoners are used to develop and maintain 85 state parks. Supervisors oversee men living in camps who work willingly in upkeep. In the northwest Carinatitubions area 24 convicts tend a 900 acre tract with 42 workers in parks this season.
Donwystra pastor leads 9:30 AWM Holland service with subject The Result when Assured of Jesus Presence. 2:00 PM Holland service The Love Desires that We Shall Live. 3:40 PM Sabbath School Paul’s Last Journey to Jerusalem. 7:45 PM Young Peoples Society with Margaret Westin leader. beginning first Sunday in November. Afternoon services start half hour earlier 1:30 PM. Daniel purposed in his heart not to defile himself with the king’s meat or wine.
Fragmented church note urges regular services and mutual support. Pastor Tynan F. Fohrt emphasizes loving deeds, gathering together, and inviting others while Bible school targets children and families.
The text argues the public mood reflects home life more than propaganda. It stresses that leaders fail to bridge the gap with people, and that national character hinges on American homes and values.
Spurrier of Mount Ayr reports thirty two acres of clover on Abe Sewart’s Rica township farm yielding 57 bushels per acre. Swarts kept seven bushels seed. rest sold to Clyde Tesan at $20 per bushel. Seed alone brings $4,000 plus hay value. first cut yields one ton per acre worth $10, total cash value about $1,460 for thirty two acres.
The article notes a proposed $100,000,000 bond issue to complete paving and graveling of Iowa’s primary road system. It explains the plan will appear on the November general election ballot on a separate item, with Sioux County and Reel Valley expansions influencing support. Sixty one counties have already voted bonds for primary road improvements, including larger cities.
Mrs. Ray Chitely and relatives from Rock Rapids visit Doon and nearby towns. Couples from Sthley Iowa and Ortonville Minnesota are listed as visiting in local homes and attending gatherings. Several local residents and friends from Sheldon, Sheldon Lake, and Rock Rapids are noted as visiting or hosting events over the weekend.
State highway commission reports 283 auto deaths in 1927, down from 289 in 1926. Average 24 deaths monthly. Railroad crossing deaths totaled 28, down from 60 the year before. Vehicle accidents total 12,874 with about 14,817 seriously injured. overall injuries rose while fatal deaths fell slightly.
Will Reels of Hopkinton describes a detour from Strawberry Point through Elkader to McGregor in Iowa's northeast. He praises the fall colors, varied woods, and rugged cliffs as the landscape unfolds toward the Mississippi, noting vibrant maples and elms and scenic viewpoints along winding streams.
Local implement dealer in Cenndy eamutylis reports selling 11 bwarew corn-pickers amid county demonstrations for two row corn pickers. The ads claim capacity of 40 bushels in 20 minutes and 1 900 bushels per day with steady operation, drawing interest from farmers and firms evaluating new technology.
The state health official Dr My Hah Wieht issues an order to halt boarding homes not aligned with protections for children. The rule restricts homes that care for more than two children under age fourteen at once or punishments that endanger welfare. An exception exists when children stay with relatives or familiar guardians briefly.
The piece notes a shift in industry with Wrather Carriage Company leading amid midwestern fairs showing progress in farming tools and exhibits. It mentions aviation and automobile sectors, including a Belle Air plane factory in Iowa and a cannery, suggesting evolving transport and manufacturing despite some firms failing or adapting.
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