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Newspaper
Roland Record
Location
Roland, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1931
Page
2
A reflective piece questions if hard times are real or myth. It notes stable theatres and dancing venues, rising gas usage, and changing spending as people seek pleasure. It suggests entertainment as an escape from economic concerns and hints at shifting consumer priorities.
A Redwood Falls Gazette editorial calls for confronting daily hardships such as rent, bills, and grocery costs, urging readers to quit living in illusion and to face economic realities with resolve.
Funeral services are held today for Mrs. John Halverson 70 of Sheldahl at Lincoln church in Sister. She was sister to Mrs. Ole Maland of this place and another sister Miss Elizabeth Holland has been caring for her.
Miss Carrie Skromme and Miss Sylvia Hoversten hosted a February 14 shower at the Hovartsen home for Laura Pakka. About thirty guests attended including Winnie Hill and Lena Bakka from out of town. A second shower honoring Miss Bakka was hosted by Mrs. Clifford Sorenson in Nevada with bridge and gift opening.
Funeral services for Mrs. John D. Johnson 47 who died at home in Story City Saturday night were held from the home at 130 pm and from Bethel Lutheran church at 2 pm Rev G O Paulsrud officiated Burial was in Story City cemetery She underwent an operation for an infection in the head at University hospital Iowa City last September The family had lived in Story City two years coming from Minnesota She leaves husband five children Myron Daw son Sterling Furner Olive Des Moines and Joy Minneapolis Three brothers Osmond Ose of Story City Oscar Ose and Ellwood Ose of McCallsburg one sister Mrs Henderson of St James Minn and her father Osmund Ose of Story City also survive
Weather records show a 10 percent rise in drought periods of 10 days or longer in Des Moines areas when comparing 1910-1936 with 1879-1905. From 1879 to 1930 there were 288 such drought stretches, with 1924 the peak year and 1930 notable for 103 days without significant rainfall.
An old maid rebukes a welfare worker who asks her to support the Home less Men fund. She declines the subscription but jokes she might take one of the men instead, reflecting humor in a chilly exchange.
W D Termohlen Iowa State College extension specialist reports nearly a 400 percent rise in graded egg outlets in Iowa from 91 in 1927 to 359 across 89 counties. Northeastern Iowa saw the earliest and strongest expansion, with some counties hosting up to 25 graded markets. Graded buying raises profits for dealers and farmers, aided by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and extension service, and pays about three cents per dozen more than straight run sales.
Roland fans roared with a rowdy rally as their team led the game while Story City supporters fell silent. In a sudden twist the score tied in the final seconds of the fourth quarter prompting a loud Story City cheer.
Martin Tiernagel of near Story City sold eggs for fifty dollars in January as production remained high and prices stayed low. His feed bill totaled twenty dollars, offsetting earnings. A collision damaged Miss Charlotte Nelson’s car in Story City with another girl driving. Williams Savings Bank opened last week with F E Rummell ill. the assistant cashier ran the bank. Stockholders bought the State bank building for eight thousand dollars. Nevada plans for a new Methodist church include a 550 seat auditorium and space for Sunday school and activities. a contract will be let after final details.
Miss Mabel Erickson and Gil ford Michaelson of Kanawha were married February 18 at the Lutheran parsonage in McCallsburg with Rev. H. N. Bakke officiating. They spent time with Clarence Osmundson and wife before heading to their Kanawha home.
The speaker honors a pioneer laid to rest, describing a life of faith, church building, and support for higher Christian education. He recalls the founder’s contribution to Jewell College, his devotion to God's church, and his role as a builder of spiritual inheritance for future generations.
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