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Newspaper
Roland Record
Location
Roland, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1930
Page
2
The Roland Record lists subscription prices: $1.50 yearly in advance, 15 cents per month for under a year, $2.00 yearly outside Hamilton and Hardin counties, and $2.50 yearly for foreign subscriptions. Advertising rates: 10 cents per line for readers ads, 60 cents for a card of thanks, display rates available on request.
An editorial argues that modern farming relies on town and city invention and markets. It stresses that farms depend on local merchants for supplies and fair cash transactions, and that farmers should boost their communities through timely payments and active participation. It ends urging representative farmers to strengthen town life and mutual support.
Stanley M. Powell of Ionia Michigan in Capper's Weekly says rural groups should outline agriculture needs and proposed programs before town and urban citizens. He argues legislation and tax reform require sympathetic cooperation to advance equity justice and fellowship.
Justice Lewis L. Fawcett testifies that over twenty three years on the bench with more than four thousand youths convicted, only three were Sunday school members. He cites 1902 suspended sentences where 62 of the reoffenders returned and argues Sunday schools as essential to reform and crime prevention.
Mr Fahy yells at Mrs Fahy after she purchases a set of Shakespeare tires, accusing her of buying foreign goods as the couple argues in a domestic scene.
Miss Hereim was ill and missed Monday classes but returned soon after. New library books arrived for Miss Grinde’s room. Lester Brooks returns after his father’s illness. The Junior High Declama tory Home contest is set for Monday in the gym with county sub district dates in December. The operetta Bits of Blarney proceeds with Miss Walker directing. The November P T A program is on November 25 featuring solos, songs and the operetta The Two Invitations. Fifth and sixth graders perform for County Home residents Thursday afternoon. High school students who sold the most season basketball tickets earned a holiday.
Rose Foster is absent due to a sprained ankle from Tuesday at school. John Allen, leading scorer, described the game with Jordan while captain. Next game is Fernald on November 26. Dorothy Sowers and Louise Hovland had winning pop songs chosen by judges Mr. Morgan and Miss Welker.
A Christmas appeal invites readers to give a Roland Record subscription as a weekly gift to a former resident or friend. Provide the recipient’s address and the paper will be mailed for a year with a letter crediting the giver. The gesture expresses thoughtfulness and appreciation.
A weekly note describes Roland's effort to maintain a link for residents and their friends or relatives with the old hometown, promising steady updates and contact with familiar faces. It emphasizes staying connected and sharing news across the community.
O B Anderson of Forest City has purchased the Stratford Motor Co. including new and used cars and trucks, all accessories, and repair shop equipment. Phillip Nelson will continue to run the business as before.
Mrs M K Lura and Myrtle visited Mrs Inger Vikre north of Radcliffe. The district No 5 schools host a joint program and basket social next Friday November 21. Teachers Daisy Guthrie and Ragnhild Male urge baskets from Ladies. Several residents traveled to Belmond to visit a sick relative. Baby born to Elmer and Mrs Eike. Attendees at Andrew Hinderacker funeral in Radcliffe. Des Moines trips for hospital visits and family gatherings fill the weekend slate.
Hake and children and Mr and Mrs Martin Wallem and Goldie Weaver. Ruth Olson helps with house work at the home of Mr and Mrs Theo E Skeie. Miss Annie Feedan visited at the Ernest Fichtner home last week. George Sampson and children Harold and Janice of Morris Illinois and Joe Oswood with daughters Evelyn Marion Ella of Iowa Falls were Sunday dinner guests at Mrs Sampson's sister Thos Lekness. Sampsons visited Lekness home Monday and Tuesday before returning home. Mrs F V Bevan was a Story City visitor Monday.
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